6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Meaher State Park Campground welcomes pets at all 61 full-hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections. Several campgrounds near Mobile accommodate pets including Blakeley State Park, I-10 Kampground, and Shady Acres, each with specific pet policies but generally requiring dogs to remain leashed within campground boundaries. Chickasabogue Park features spacious sites that can accommodate multiple tents along with pets, though the park is temporarily closed for renovations. Most campgrounds provide designated pet waste stations and walking paths. The bathrooms at Shady Acres were noted as being less than ideal for overnight stays, though the camping sites themselves feature good shade and level gravel pads for easy setup with pets. Mobile Oaks RV Resort (formerly Johnny's RV Resort) allows pets in both RV sites and cabin accommodations.
Blakeley State Park maintains multiple pet-friendly camping areas including Harper Campground and Apalachee RV Campground, with hiking trails accessible directly from many campsites where leashed dogs can join their owners. Sites at Chickasabogue Park offer fire rings and picnic tables with nearby trails suitable for dog walking, though highway noise is noticeable throughout the campground. Full hookup sites at Meaher State Park provide waterfront views where campers and their pets can enjoy shoreline access, though visitors should be aware of potential alligator sightings in the area. Mobile County Park enforces a strict no-alcohol policy while allowing pets, and maintains shower facilities and trash service for campers. Most campgrounds in the region implement quiet hours to minimize barking disturbances, and several locations provide access to nearby veterinary services in Spanish Fort, Theodore, and Mobile proper.
"It’s a good location for events in Mobile and Baldwin counties. Site are level and paved. All have FHU I believe. They have a nice little fishing pier. Boat and kayak launch."
"It’s nestled next to Battleship Parkway and makes for an easy jaunt into Mobile to get dinner or check out some of the local brews/night spots."
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"There's a lot of cool Civil War history to witness, as well as a beautiful walking path/deck along the bay."
"**When you think Alabama this is the kind of beauty you imagine. The water, huge oak and cypress trees, Spanish moss, boardwalks are all lovely to explore."
"Chickasabogue is a bit run down but it’s a great spot to get away from the bustle of daily life. There’s a sports field, water access, and several short, easy paths to hKe."
"There are hiking trails leading off from the site. The ants were not a problem & definitely not as bad as compared to other local sites I've camped at."
"Clean, safe, convenient, friendly, fun place, cool pool, great gathering areas, great patios and great dog park. The sites are level and hook-ups are convenient."
"Clean, safe, convenient, friendly, fun place, cool pool, great gathering areas, great patios and great dog park. The sites are level and hook-ups are convenient."
from $50 - $65 / night
"Close to the USS Alabama Mem. Park and about an hour to Gulf Shores. About a half hour to Dauphin Island. Stayed 12 days while WFC. Mike, the property mgr. was great."
"Slightly unlevel gravel, drive through spot, not enough to worry about blocking. Good amount of shade! Trash can available at each site. Full hookups and cable."
from $41 - $46 / night
"People are very friendly there the bathrooms are nice and clean the showers everything is maintained and And I love the way you drive up hook up to your RV power is there everything is real nice"
"This was our first visit to Gulf Shores State Park in Alabama. The check in was as slow as molasses even though they had lots of staff, mostly standing. "
"There are numerous hiking trail even a dog park with a lake for the dogs,"
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"Love the history here as well as the various trails for hiking, biking, or horseback riding. Still can’t believe that this woodsy campground is minutes away from Mobile."
"April 4, 2021 Camper Van Site: Harper #7 Primitive 20 Over 2,000 acres crisscrossed with trails."
from $20 - $30 / night
"This is our go to campground in Mobile,Al. We stay here to visit family locally. Nice mtb trails. Disc golf course for a small fee. Rv camping is like 28$ for full hook ups. Local tv received easily."
"This park is now Mobile west. They are still going through some changes. Pretty quiet park with security gates and cameras. Alot of nice size trees with a 14 acre lake and swimming pool."
"I stayed here for 6 months and I was right down by the lake and pool. It is mostly permanent or out of town workers but it is nice and peaceful. Nice people that stay there."
from $59 - $64 / night
ScoutSewage backing up for several days more than once. Guests drive through it…. Human waste.. management needs training on customer service 101. They will bother you for needless things. They don’t treat all guests equally. The bbq contests take over the place. Just packed in there. Owner has an attitude.
GuideThe park has a great atmosphere. The sites may be close, but no one invades another persons site and most of the people that live here work. Because it doesn’t offer much in the way of all the bells and whistles, most people would avoid it, which suits me just fine!
GuideSpent a lovely night at Davis Bayou Campground. A beautiful, peaceful setting with fantastic hiking and cycling trails to explore. Perfect for stretching your legs, getting on the bikes and enjoying the great outdoors. Definitely worth a stop!
GuideWe stayed one night. Camp is quiet and close from a very cute little town Ocean Springs. The sites are nice. Bathroom very clean, showers look new with a nice hot water. Good place to stay
ScoutWould recommend. Been here many months. Feels safe. It's very quiet. People keep to themselves. Restrooms/showers are mostly ok. Only 2 available, adjacent to office. Planned activities, group meals and pot lucks, clean, basic, unheated pool, small user friendly laundry room. Mostly older people here. Good monthly rates! Generally well kept up.
TravelerBeautiful Park!
GuideThe camp ground is clean. Plenty of sheer house that are very clean. If your wanting to fish it’s not exactly premier fishing location but all in all nice place to camp especially for the low cost.
TravelerPeaceful rural setting, wonderful staff, roomy pull-through and a beautiful pond view Winner’s Circle RV Resort was the second campground of our very first RV trip, and already we were starting to learn what matters to us. The campground is a little farther off the main route than our first stop, and the entrance was not especially obvious when approaching with a large fifth wheel. We initially missed the turn, had traffic behind us, and had to continue until we could safely turn around and approach it again. The entrance and exit are separate, and the access road is fairly narrow, so I would definitely pay close attention when arriving with a big rig. Once we got there, though, our experience was wonderful. We arrived after the office had officially closed, but the staff was incredibly kind and stayed around to make sure we had the information we needed. That was especially appreciated because we were still very new at this and every travel day seemed to come with at least one unexpected learning experience. We had originally picked a different site based on the campground map, but the person who actually knew the property suggested Site 81 instead. She was absolutely right. That taught me an important early RV lesson: a campground map can tell you where a site is, but it cannot always tell you what that site actually feels like. Our pull-through had plenty of elbow room, no one immediately crowded beside us, and a beautiful pond view directly in front of the RV. Ducks came wandering over to greet us, and the whole setting felt peaceful and rural. The site had the full hookups we needed and plenty of room for our large fifth wheel. Of course, being our“virgin voyage,” we still managed to create another adventure for ourselves. We were so proud that we had finally arrived before dark—until our hitch ball decided not to release. By the time we solved that problem and finished setting up, it was dark anyway. Apparently chasing daylight was going to become part of our travel style for a while.😂 But that had nothing to do with the campground. Winner’s Circle gave us exactly what we wanted: friendly people, room to breathe, full hookups and a peaceful place to settle in for the night. And after only two campgrounds, I was already beginning to realize that elbow room and a pretty view were going to rank pretty high on my personal campground preference list. We would absolutely stay here again.
ScoutI moved in on 08/05/26. It's a nice park, it's clean, quiet and the manager is nice. When I rented my cottage the manager advised me that a guy would be coming by to feed a cat he left behind when he moved to another cottage on the property. I told her that's fine but I don't want him coming up on my porch and that I will take care of the cat as I already have one. Then my 2nd night here I hear a dog barking while my cat is going crazy in the window. I looked outside to see a pitbull tied to my steps. When I opened my door to see what was going on the dog lunged at me and was barking trying to get to me. Thank God it was tied up. The owner and I got into a shouting match and I told him to keep his dog away. He came back the next night with the dog. Once again I asked him not to come around with the dog. He told me to get back in my house Bitch! I advised the manager of this incident and she asked if we could just get a long. A couple days later I saw her and told her I will try to talk to the guy. Last night 08/18/26 I was going to my car when he walked by with his dog, I said Hey man I want to talk to you. He said FO, flipped me off and called me names again. As I walking back to my cottage he came walking back by and started cussing and asked me if I wanted to fight and told me not to come out of my place when I see him. I'm 64 years old with heart failure this guy is half my age. Now I don't feel safe or comfortable here. All I want is to live in peace. Roger(Mike) Hrasdzira
Campgrounds near Mobile, Alabama offer varied terrain from river delta settings to wooded environments with multiple pet-friendly options. The region features coastal plains at elevations near sea level with humid subtropical climate conditions. Summer camping temperatures typically range from 75-95°F with high humidity, while winter camping sees temperatures between 40-65°F.
Explore historic sites and boardwalks: At Blakeley State Park Campground, visitors can experience 26 miles of trails through a former Civil War battlefield and ghost town. "There are walking auto cell phone tours of civil war, boat tours, big pull through rv spots and a tent campground," reports Kevin L.
Kayak and canoe rental: Local waterways provide paddling opportunities with rental options at several parks. At Chickasabogue Park, "There is hiking, a sports complex, a playground, a small beach area with roped off swimming and covered picnic tables, a boat dock and canoe/kayak rental," notes Karen L.
Fishing excursions: The Mobile Delta provides excellent fishing access. At Meaher State Park Campground, the fishing can be exceptional. One camper shared this surprise: "The people camping next to us caught so many fish they invited us to their BBQ and on a sunset cruise."
Mountain biking trails: Some parks maintain dedicated biking paths through varied terrain. "Nice mtb trails. Disc golf course for a small fee," reports Clay M. about Mobile County Park Chickasabogue Park and Campground.
Large, private sites: Blakeley State Park - Harper Campground receives praise for spaciousness. "Harper loop, where I camped, is at least a mile into the woods and has no hook ups. The sites have picnic tables and fire rings and offer decent privacy," writes Lisa S. Sites are described as "quite spacious and only a couple (17 and 19) had mud pits."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Local campgrounds provide chances to observe native species. "Wildlife was good for birds, and we had an armadillo visit us all 4 nights!" reports Kristina M. about Harper Campground.
Waterfront camping access: Many sites offer water views or shoreline proximity. "I chose a specific site with water view which was enjoyable," notes Karen L. about Meaher State Park Campground, while another camper describes it as having "Beautiful pines and waterfront spaces are spread apart nicely."
Clean, well-maintained facilities: All About Relaxing RV Park receives consistent praise for upkeep. "We've enjoyed our stay at this RV Park. A lot of thought went into the amenities. There are bench swings, a giant chess board, horseshoe pit, dog run and dog bathing area, pool, cabana/pavilions, and many other amenities," reports Ryan & Lorri R.
Site conditions vary by location: Some campgrounds have leveling challenges. "Some of the sites are so unlevel. But the historical tour of the park is amazing," notes Michael about Blakeley State Park.
Ant issues at some locations: Prepare accordingly for insects, particularly at waterfront sites. "All of the sites are close together and the ants are ridiculous. I had read reviews about the ants prior so I came prepared," advises Karen L. about her tent camping experience at Meaher State Park.
Highway noise affects some campgrounds: Chickasabogue Park has road noise issues. "The only negative I have is that the sound from the nearby highway is definitely noticed," reports Karen L.
Shower facilities vary significantly: Quality differs between parks. At Shady Acres Campground, one camper notes: "Should have used our own shower, but I like to look around......not good. Code to use the shower wasn't necessary because door wasn't shut and locked, shower was NASTY."
Look for parks with multiple recreation options: Some locations offer diverse activities for different ages. "There is hiking, a sports complex, a playground, a small beach area with roped off swimming and covered picnic tables, a boat dock and canoe/kayak rental," Karen L. notes about Chickasabogue Park.
Consider educational opportunities: Blakeley State Park - Apalachee Campground offers historical learning. "Great park with a ton of historically preserved areas from the 1800's," reports John W., making it suitable for educational family outings.
Verify pet policies for dog-friendly campgrounds near Mobile: While most accept pets, rules vary. At Shady Acres Campground, one camper reports: "Walked dogs in the morning to have to retreat back to camper due to pit bull running around off leash."
Check for wildlife safety considerations: Be aware of local wildlife, especially with children. "Bugs are not nearly as bad as I expected. Lots of wildlife including deer that come very close," notes John W. about Apalachee Campground.
Choose level sites with adequate space: Not all RV sites are equally accessible. "We stayed here for a week in June and enjoyed it very much. Site was level with plenty of room for our 5th wheel and truck," reports Lisa B. about Meaher State Park Campground.
Look for full hookups: Many sites offer comprehensive services. "All the sites have power & water hookups," notes Karen L. about Chickasabogue Park, while many others provide full sewer connections as well.
Consider proximity to services: Some campgrounds offer convenient access to urban amenities. "Great local restaurants with seafood in nearby Spanish Fort and Fairhope. Shopping and grocery stores within 5 miles as well," writes Lisa B. about camping near Mobile.
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