Best Glamping near Gadsden, AL

Recent Glamping Reviews near Gadsden, Alabama

206 Reviews of 15 Gadsden Campgrounds

• 

  Judy H.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 6, 2018

  The Cove RV Resort and Campground

  Quiet, new campground, conveniently located of RT 59.

  We needed a place to stop for the night driving north on route 59 near Gadsden, AL. We found The Cove online and it was absolutely perfect to suit our needs. Large pull through sites with all the amenities. It’s a newer park so everything is in great shape. There is a nice pool and fishing pond.

• 

  Elizabeth P.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 22, 2020

  River Rocks Landing

  Favorite

  We camp here often. It is one of our favorites! It’s conveniently located in Gadsden right on the Coosa River! The place is absolutely beautiful. I love to sit beside the willow trees and watch the sun set over the river! The bay side is my favorite! They have 3 pools and a splash pad! I would say this is my to go to place! Y’all check out the Christmas light display during the holidays!

• 

  Asher K.

  Legend

  

  Feb. 28, 2020

  Clear Creek Cove RV Resort

  RV Access to Lake

  This campground is set up mostly for people who either want a long term space for their RV or to stay in a yurt for a couple of nights. The whole place is set up to have easy access to the water and it does this really well. There are multiple docks and plenty of spaces to tie up your boat. Additionally, the lake is really enormous so you can be out on the water all day. Don't expect a lot of privacy or space when staying here but it is perfect if you want a long term place to stay and access the water without having to pay the high prices for a house in the nearby area.

• 

  Amar P.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 30, 2016

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Rock Garden Trail

  Cheaha State Park is a absolute must visit if you're living in Alabama or visiting. I finally had the opportunity to explore the highest point in Alabama and the beginning on the Pinhoti Trail, which connects Alabama to the Appalachin Trail. However, I am going to describe my hiking and camping experience on the Rock Garden Trail. The trail can be done at the bottom of the mountain or from the top. I started from the top and enjoyed some beautiful views. There were places were I could repel and places where I can set up my hammock and enjoy the beautiful Alabama sunset. This experience has been one of my best thus far since I have not hiked outside of the south eastern area of the country, it was hot during the day, but very cool during the night which allowed me to sleep spectacular. The hike was difficult in areas because there were parts that were straight incline going up the mountain. I would definitely go back.

• A

  Alice E.

  Traveler

  

  May. 15, 2018

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  The campground was well maintained. The sights are large and shaded.

  This campground is located at the highest point in Alabama. You are surrounded by beauty with plenty of opportunities for hiking. The sites are not crowded and very quiet. You can sit and enjoy looking at the stars and listening to the sounds of nature.

  Bugspray and a screen tent are a plus because Alabama grows an abundance of mosquitoes. Headlamps or flashlights are a necessity because the ground is not level and has many toe catchers. The area for the camper or tent is fairly level and has well placed water and electricity hookups.

  The Mountain Laurel was in bloom and was breathtakingly beautiful. Well worth the trip. The store was well stocked

• 

  Anna R.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 16, 2018

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Backcountry sites were good

  I have hiked the back country here and lots of good sites with adequate water make it a good backpacking adventure for beginners. The lodge is good for a meal when you are done and some amazing north Alabama views

• 

  Rachel G.

  Legend

  

  May. 6, 2019

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Super awesome place!!

  This area has so many hiking trails. Trails and waterfalls. This park is the highest point in Alabama. We went MLK weekend it was busy but by Monday we had the campground to ourselves for 4 days. Great trails and waterfalls. Trails are easy to difficult. Bathrooms and showers are separate which was kind of nice to have a whole single room for each shower. Camp store was well stocked. Nearest store was 30-45 min away. Park has a lodge, restaurant, cabins, and a motel. We stayed in upper campground but there is a lower campground closer to the small lake. Alabama is finally putting money back into the parks and remodeling and improving areas. Camp sites are open and some are rocky. The views at the park are amazing!!! This is one of my favorite places!!

• 

  Jodi W.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 5, 2018

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Hiking trails and more!!

  The kids love hiking around Alabama’s highest peak! There is a lake at the base of the mountain that stays busy in summer but it’s not terribly crowded. The laundry facilities need to be updated - located just outside of the park and in a sort of scary one room shack...

• 

  Bounding Around

  Legend

  

  Mar. 1, 2020

  Lake Guntersville State Park Campground

  Beautiful lake

  This is a nice state park in a small town in north Alabama. The lake is really pretty and the campground has a nice view of it. The facilities were really nice and there is a store and restaurant all within the park. It’s a bit of a drive to get to town so try to get the essentials before setting up camp. The campground is nice– a definite recommend!

• 

  Jessica D.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 17, 2016

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Cheaha State Park

  Highest point in Alabama...and a beautiful place. Great , well marked trails and maps available at the ranger station. Handicap access all over the park and awesome amenities. The restraunt has a breath-taking view, and a very romantic atmosphere. I have been visiting this park for 16 years! I plan to continue many more years and share this place with my son like my dad shared with me!

• 

  Robbie B.

  Guide

  

  Mar. 2, 2020

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Alabama's Highest Point and Mountain Biking

  Camped in the upper primitive site while mountain biking at nearby Coldwater Mountain. Good campsite with great views. Good separation between sites, but the are very close to the road. Only complaint, site (#124) was on a decent slope and spots flat enough for tents were almost in the road. However, great spot in Alabama to camp. Very convenient to the great mountain bike trails in Anniston (http://neaba.net/home.html).

• 

  Asher K.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 1, 2018

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Beautiful views and lots of options

  This is a great campsite for anyone who wants to check out this amazing peak but doesn’t have an interest in backpacking. They have many options including cabins and villas as well as RV sites and tent only. There are also several trails that leave right from the campground and some easy walks to beautiful views. This is definitely one of the most beautiful places in Alabama and one of my favorite to visit.

• 

  Asher K.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 27, 2017

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Best in the state

  So this is one of my favorite places in all of Alabama to go camping. We recently did a one night backpacking trip with 2 close friends where we started at the Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area and hiked to join the Pinhoti trail then headed south before looping back around. There are so many amazing campgrounds along the way and the views you get after climbing onto the ridge are just incredible. This area is one of the highest peaks in Alabama so water can be scarce at certain times of year. Check ahead by calling the ranger station if you will be backpacking and they can let you know if there will be water in the streams. This is particularly a problem in the late winter months. The tent and RV campgrounds that are maintained in the park are also a great option to stay and set you up to take awesome day hikes to some of the many peaks in the area. My favorite and one I would highly suggest is McDill's point. Overall if you have the time to spend a few days in this area I would suggest putting it at the top of your list.

• 

  Latika Y.

  Ranger

  

  Dec. 30, 2021

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Beautiful and quiet in the winter

  The highest point in Alabama, this park has some stunning views, especially from the Pulpit Rock trail (an easy—except for the first steep decline—and relatively short hike from the road). We stayed in the hotel, which was fine for the cost (but did lose electricity for several hours). The campground was quiet in mid-December, but the sites on the outer ring looked pleasant. Would definitely love to come tent camping here again in the fall or spring.

• P

  Patti S.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 9, 2021

  Honeycomb Campground

  Beautiful Lake Camping

  There are few places in Alabama that RVers can camp on a pristine Lake Front. Honeycome Campground is located on Lake Guntersville; AL. A perfect secure campground for those camping alone or with your family. During season and with the uptick of camping wit COVID it’s hard to book a site but well worth it if you can plan ahead or camp during the week. I Highly recommend this campground. Only downfall is no sewer hook up but they do have a honeypot service and 2 dump stations.

• 

  Barbara R.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 13, 2019

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Beautiful views

  We arrived in March 2019 to be some of the first campers at the newly renovated Lower Campground. If the views are this good her, I cannot imagine what they will be like when the finish the Upper Campground. All sites level and clean. Most have gravel, some have concrete pads. Bathhouse was sparkling clean and well done. Staff was amazing and the ranger stopped by several times to check on us and get feedback. Wonderful, well managed park. Would hope all Alabama Parks are managed as well.

• A

  Alex K.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 10, 2019

  Pine Glen Recreation Area

  Pine Glen Talladega NF

  Pine Glen is my favorite campground in this region of Alabama. It is fairly remote and has few amenities. (vault toilets and trash cans but nothing else at time of writing.) Shoal Creek runs right past the campground, giving a pleasant white noise at night, and it is situated in a glen of pine trees. It is open with little underbrush, but the sites are spaced out enough to have some privacy. The Pinhoti Trail runs straight through the campground and provides hiking opportunities, and if you are willing to drive a little while there is a lot to do in the area.

• 

  Brandon B.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 2, 2017

  Lake Guntersville State Park Campground

  Best place I've camped in my life

  They have great facilities (super clean and conveniently placed). The locals are very helpful and welcoming. They were hit by a tornado a few years back and it took out a lot of trees and cleared a lot of beautiful landscape but since then they have worked hard to bring the beauty back and it's working on a huge scale! It's a wonderful place to hike the mountains and fish, bring the camper and relax, or just pack a tent and a cooler to enjoy the veiw. The lake is gorgeous and big! The best fishing I've had in Alabama is at Guntersville St. Park!

• 

  LaRee S.

  Ranger

  

  May. 6, 2022

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Very clean with stunning views

  We stayed in the upper campgrounds at site 66, which was just a short walk from the pool and restaurant. Be careful walking back from watching the sunset at the overlook, it's easy to get turned around. The site was on an incline, so we basically tent surfed all night. 

  The sunset AND moon rise are unbeatable for Alabama. The pinhoti runs through. The camp store is pretty cute, stocked with the usual camp store fare. The burgers at the restaurant are some of the best we've had. The pool is small, but wasn't crowded, even in July.

• 

  Sarah C.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 29, 2017

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Great spot any time of year!

  Home of Alabama's highest point, this state park offers great camping and hiking. Sitting at 2,407 feet, Cheaha Mountain is a great spot to get some nice views of Dixie Land. As a kid growing up in the state, we used to camp here each fall with our extended family.

  The park offers a variety of camping options from campgrounds (primitive and improved), to cabins and chalets and even a hotel. So this park really has something for everyone. Some sites in the improved campground have hookups, but not all of them do so be sure to reserve the appropriate spot for your needs. There are nice bathroom facilities in both improved campgrounds that are well maintained.

  The hiking here really is top notch and this location is great for exploring the area. In just under an hour you can Explore DeSoto Caverns as well as Little River Canyon National Preserve. For more info check out: https://www.nps.gov/liri/index.htm

• 

  Suzy E.

  Guide

  

  May. 31, 2020

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Cheaha State Park - Camping Above the Clouds

  Cheaha State Park is located south of I-20 close to Oxford& Anniston, Alabama. Its in one of the highest areas of the state and the towing incline to get there proves it. If your truck is struggling to tow your camper, this might not be the place for you.

  We were here over Easter weekend during the COVID-19 shut down. I was surprised by the number of campers over the weekend with some even tent camping. This park has it all. Nice sites with full hook-ups. What looked like a clean, new bath house, although I didn't use it. Lots of hiking trails, some of which are strenuous. And talk about the scenery! You really are rewarded with stunning cliff side panorama views of the area.

  If you're not into camping, this park also has multiple cottages for rent that looked really nice. There is also a lodge, restaurant, and a swimming pool with a view. Many things were closed due to the virus, but it looks like it is a great place when things are open. Since it's a short drive from the Atlanta area, I know we'll be back.

• M

  Michael M.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 22, 2016

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Cheaha: Views from the South

  Cheaha has many designated campgrounds, but my friends and I decided to do primitive camping. We got to the state park around 10am after driving over from Auburn where we were in school. The first thing we did after leaving the car was to hike to the highest lookout point in Alabama only about a quarter mile hike from the parking spot. The view was amazing, and the visibility was amazing we could see for miles. We spent about 2 hours rappelling off of some of the high ledges at the summit, an activity I would highly recommend, provided that all safety precautions are taken. We then began our hike in the back country down the side of the mountain to find a suitable camping spot. There are a lot of trees but the brush is low only about knee height so going off trail is not a problem just watch for snakes! We got to a valley about 3 miles from our parking spot and decided to camp. There was no water or stream that we camped by, but we brought plenty of water. The three of us are all hammock campers and finding spots was not a problem. At the time we went fires were not allowed in any back country so we used a jetboil to eat our freeze dried meals which worked very well. The hike back up the next day was challenging and we spent another hour or so at the summit. Overall this was a great trip and I would highly recommend Cheaha State Park to anyone.

• 

  Asher K.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 27, 2017

  Chief Ladiga Trail Campground

  Perfect for bike packing

  The Chief Ladiga Trail is a rails to trails bike path running from Piedmont, AL to the Georgia state line then continues almost to Atlanta as the Silver Comet Trail. My wife and I decided to try out bike camping on this trail since the wide flat paved path makes it easy to carry a bunch of gear on the back of your bike. The paid campground is located a couple miles before you hit the state line and makes a great spot to sleep at after 1 full day if you start at the Alabama trailhead. The campground is in the middle of the Talladega national forest and when you arrive it has a path directly off of the trail. When we were there in mid April the campground was only about 10 percent full so we had a lot of privacy which was really wonderful. Most of the sites are fairly spacious but there is no trees or other dividers since they are mostly organized in an open field. The nice thing is though the sites are along a little stream that is large enough to go swimming in and helps to cool off after a long day of biking. The facility also has bathrooms and showers if you prefer though they were a short walk from where we stayed. The people at the campground were super friendly and didn't have an issue with the fact that we didn't pay till the morning after we camped. The cost was $25 which was on the more expensive side for a campground but would be worth it if you bring a group since the cost is not per person. Another advantage to this campground is its proximity to the Pinhoti trail.

• M

  Melissa K.

  Scout

  

  May. 17, 2020

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Great to getaway

  We just left this morning, booked May 15th-May17th. I did my booking about two weeks early and I know it was sold out when we got there. The majority of the attractions are closed, and half the grounds are due to Covid. The others, including a trail or two are closed due to AT&T tower construction. We got in on the upper semi primitive tent sites, which was absolutely perfect. I booked 107&109 together for a family that was coming up with us, but did want to keep our distance as much as possible as there are still distancing and safety guidelines to live by. I think the ground was perfect and fully shaded spots, I did my research here and we were about 100 ft from the bathrooms (no bathhouse just toilets). They were okay...they did clean them (empty the trash and refilled the soap) by the time we left so maybe once a day. I'd like to see them a bit more sparkling or smell somewhat like cleaning spray to feel comfortable, but I take a cleaning wipe to touch anything that others may touch as well. Then I ensure I'm washing again, with sanitizer after. People don't seem to mind the fact a pandemic is happening but I just want to safely get my family outside the house, and my selfish outdoors experience in. Might not make me much different than the others, but I'd be very careful. The sites were perfect and had trails leading to the Leave no trace trail, which was a good mile for my 3 yr old and 16 month old (we carried both intermittently 16 months obviously was in the ergo baby 99% of the mile). There are shared spigots for water supply and this is no big deal, we put a small hose on ours at 109 & everyone very well enjoyed it. Views make you feel out of Alabama, I am used to 4,000 footers and up but I loved being out there and will go back to plan a hike without my kids (or even husband!)

• 

  Travyl Couple !.

  Ranger

  

  Dec. 13, 2019

  Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

  Great Hiking and Great views

  This park is located on the highest point in Alabama. It has a great camp store with most basic groceries, hotel, cabins/chalets, group lodge, restaurant with gorgeous views, pool, 6 acre lake ALONG with great hiking trails. There is also a dog park and in general this is a very pet friendly 🐶state park. (Bring the groceries you need- closest grocery store is a 20-30 min drive)and know that the restaurant is decent but it may have varying hours during off seasons.) . 🚍⛺️campground- there are two campgrounds with full hookups. The Upper campground at the top is the mountain near all the major trailheads, restaurant, camp store and pool. The Lower Campground at the bottom of the mountain is near the small lake with swimming area and walking trail around the lake. We stayed at the Upper and in February we had the whole campground to ourselves most of our 2 week stay. All the sites are updated and have water, 30/50 amp electric, sewer, picnic table and fire ring or grill. Bathrooms at upper level can be an uphill or downhill walk. *💲this state park has a $4.75 reservation fee and a 3.75% daily “resort fee” on your base campsite rate. Both of those are not deal breakers but good to know. (Especially since the pool is only open for a limited time)

  🏡 there are chalets and cabins. I felt the cabins had the better views than the chalet and more private but these are smaller and more rustic. When you are making reservations for a cabin or chalet be sure to check the occupancy rate for the cabin you choose- some are limited to 2 people and look👀 at the amenities of each cabin/chalet- some are quite rustic but descriptions are given. Good news is that they do have pet friendly cabins.

  🏕there are semi/primitive and backcountry style sites. ✏️Note that the semi primitive camp sites (the ones on Tower Road) don’t have a shower house for you to use- there is a bathroom available. If you plan to hike a lot and don’t want to drive your car- try to get sites on the upper part of park. (My personal pet peeve is driving daily to a trailhead when I am camping)

  📌There is also a hotel with motel like rooms (near the pool and restaurant) and you can even rent an entire lodge for groups that was very attractive from the outside (this was located at top of mountain near the overlook trail-not really walking distance to pool and restaurant)

  🥾hiking - 10.5 miles of hiking in the boundaries of the park with connectors to the Pinhoti. The hiking trails had spectacular views on both sides of the mountain. Hiking poles were helpful! While the .3 mile wooden boardwalk to Bald Rock is stroller and mobility challenged friendly, most of the other hikes were moderate to strenuous for the average person. For example- There is a one mile trail straight down the mountain to the lake and lower campground. That said, we loved the hiking here. Next time we plan to bring our larger back packs and do an overnight on a section of the Pinhoti. Did I mention how awesome the views were hiking?

  🚵 mountain biking- there are 5 trails that are multi use... and hikers must yield to bikers on these. While we were here there was a mountain biking race. 🚴‍♀️road biking- the roads in the park had some incline...but I was glad to have my bike to roam the upper part park where we camped. (We don’t bring a tow vehicle) My husband biked outside of the park and you can decide for yourself if you would have fun road biking here after you drive UP the mountain roads to the Visitor Center. *It is 3 miles from the visitor center/park entrance to the lower campground/lake area via non park roads. 🛶- we didn’t paddle here, it was not near our campground and it is only a 6 acre lake/pond. There is a swimming/wading.

  Happy Camping! Pamela and Keith

• 

  Alanna R.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 26, 2020

  River Rocks Landing

  Nice RV resort spot

  Very well maitained! But don’t think “camping” think RV resort gorgeous pools and you can rent pontoon boats. Spots are very close together but everyone is friendly

• R

  Rose Alice W.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 6, 2019

  River Rocks Landing

  Really great place!

  So many things are fantastic about this place. It’s close to the interstate (easy to get to), is mostly surrounded with water (and there are big swings to sit and enjoy the water views), has 3 clean pools (one an infinity pool) and an amazing splash pad, has a laundry, hosts are super friendly and upbeat, it’s clean, showers and restrooms are air conditioned, well lit and clean, well behaved pets are allowed. It would be especially fantastic for folks that are traveling with small children (up to young teens) or with no children. The only thing that we wished for were bigger sites. The sites around the water are very large and beautiful, so I’m referring to the interior ones. Ours would have been narrow for a pop up (all other RVs there were conventional hard sided self contained ones), except that the host put us in one with another empty one next to it (see how thoughtful and accommodating they are!) The gate is locked after 8pm, but you can get a key for a deposit of $10, which you get back when you leave. This means it is pretty secure at night. Lots of folks come and stay for several days, and return year after year, but ours was just an overnight, on our way home from the beach. We have a very good impression of this place.