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Best Tent Sites Near Guntersville, AL (10)

    Camper-submitted photo from Little River Adventure Company
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    1. Little River Adventure Company

    9 Reviews
    27 Photos
    147 Saves

    The Little River Adventure Company features adventure rentals and 40 acres of dispersed tent camping in a natural unimproved property surrounded by Straight Creek and Yellow Creek. Conveniently located near the entrance to the Little River Canyon National Preserve. One mile from Little River Falls, and one mile to the WMA roads trailhead. Close to DeSoto Falls, Yellow Creek Falls, Cherokee Rock Village, Hippie Hole, and many other local attractions. We welcome dogs, cyclists, riders, kayakers, climbers, musicians, and all nature lovers.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed

    $20 - $25 / night

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    2. TGL Adventures

    2 Reviews
    22 Photos
    31 Saves

    We are a small family owned property located in the beautiful flint river in Brownsboro Alabama. We are just 15 minutes from downtown Huntsville. We have three decks with beautiful teepees on them as well as five designated primitive spots. We have canoes available, as well as shuttle service.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents

    $25 - $250 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp

    3. Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp

    1 Review
    4 Photos
    24 Saves

    The Original Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp! Established in 1960, Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp has been family owned for almost 60 years and we aren't changing that anytime soon.

    Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp offers you a chance to experience the great outdoors in our Primitive Camping area. There are a number of sights with a direct view of Yellow Creek Falls and several are located directly on Weiss Lake.

    There is no better way to rest than to relax to the sound of a waterfall. All of our campsites allow you to hear the flowing water from our 85 foot tall falls.

    We are so much more than just a "Fish Camp". We offer the following for your enjoyment:

    Full Service General Store Camping Extensive Tackle, Bait, and Fishing Supplies Kayak, Canoe, and Paddleboat Rentals Fine Selection of Musical Instruments and Related Gear Hot Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Free Boat Ramp and Launch So much more

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Market

    $10 - $20 / night

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    5. Hurricane Creek Campground

    1 Review
    28 Photos
    5 Saves

    Come primitive camp on our homestead!

    We’re located on Lookout Mountain in Fort Payne, AL just 2 Miles (3 minute drive) from Desoto State Park!

    We own 20.76 acres. Half of our property is pasture and where our homestead is located. We have a small hobby farm with 2 mini Jersey cows, a donkey, a bunch of goats, 2 babydoll sheep, and mini pig named Cupcake. Our campers are welcome to love on and feed our farm animals and learn a little bit about what it’s like on a homestead. The other half of our property is all woods, mostly large oak trees. This is where our campsites are located. We have 2 creeks running through the woods, the bigger of the two is Hurricane Creek. We also have wild blackberries and a variety of mushrooms in the summer, great for foraging. We also have a tire swing and a small zip line for kids near the campsites.

    Interested in our area? There is so much to offer. Want to go for a swim, a hike, go fishing, and look at a beautiful waterfall? Little River Canyon Falls Park is less than 9 miles away (14 minute drive) and is our favorite place to swim in the summer! If you’re interested in horseback riding and even more hiking trails, Shady Grove Horse Ranch in Mentone is 8 miles away (16 minute drive).

    Come camp with us and enjoy what our area has to offer!

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
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    6. Big Canoe Creek Outfitters

    1 Review
    5 Photos
    7 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $20 / night

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    7. Whippoorwill Woods Nature Retreat

    1 Review
    20 Photos
    23 Saves

    Two years ago our multi-generational family decided to go on an adventure. We had talked about moving to the woods for years, but finally decided to turn our dreams into reality. After hiking through what felt like every property for sale over 100 acres in North Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, we finally found the perfect spot.

    Why do we call our property Whippoorwill Woods? Did you know that whippoorwills don’t nest in trees? They lay their eggs on the ground in the forest. They’re birds that love camping! As soon as we heard the whippoorwills start singing this spring, we knew it was the perfect name.

    We’re so excited to share our property with campers who love nature as much as we do. We specifically set up the campsites to give as much privacy as possible. We hope you’ll come visit and soak up the bird songs, the wind in the trees, and the beautiful sunsets over the mountains. We have 20 acres of savannah grassland full of native plants and wildflowers and over 80 untouched acres full of awesome rock formations and creeks with waterfalls available for you to hike. There's a stocked fish pond for catch and release fishing and a gorgeous view overlooking the Cumberland Plateau and the Sherwood Valley.

    Experienced and beginner campers are welcome! We live on one side of the property, so we’re available to assist (setting up tents for the first few times is no joke!) or we’re happy to give you as much space and solitude as you need. We have three campsites available in the native savannah grassland, and one that is a "hike-in and choose your favorite spot in the woods" site. We have a porta-potty available, but if you're hiking in, you'll want to bring some WAG bags with you. If you have any questions, or if there’s anything we can do to help, don’t hesitate to ask!

    We look forward to your visit!

    The Jansohn and Combs Families

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $30 / night

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      8. The Circus Spot

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      4 Saves

      Rustic campsite for 1 tent(3-4persons, tent and sleeping bags can be supplied if needed) near the top of Rainbow mountain. Perfect spot in Madison to have something different to do, see if your kids will fall in love with camping or not, or a stop through on a cross country journey. We welcome any and all camping/outdoor enthusiasts! Fire pit and fire wood 20ft from site. Shared zip line and tennis court with owners. Shared bathroom in owners home if needed(home about 150yards from campsite)

      • Pets
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      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Trash
      • Firewood Available

      $5 - $10 / night

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        9. Cunningham Lookout Serenity

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        62 beautiful acres on lookout mountain with a one mile walking trail, cycling or just horse riding with massive rock creations protruding from the ground, forming a small continual cliff that leads to our waterfall from bear creek and travels all the way to little river canyon. Little river canyon is the deepest gorge on the east side of the USA and ten minutes away from our land. The sunsets are each unique and beautiful. Very peaceful with deer, turkeys, owls, eagles at times, ospreys and even possibly a black bear.

        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Reservable
        • Tents
        • Firewood Available

        $45 - $55 / night

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          10. The Campsite at Leigh Acres

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          • Pets
          • Electric Hookups
          • Phone Service
          • Reservable
          • Tents
          • Trash

          $25 / night


        Recent Tent Reviews In Guntersville

        439 Reviews of 10 Guntersville Campgrounds


        • Mike D.
          Camper-submitted photo from 1776 RV And Campground
          Oct. 14, 2024

          1776 RV And Campground

          A hidden gem hosted by a true patriot!

          Bob has a wonderfully serene campground for both RV’s and tent camping. I invite everybody looking for a quiet place on Mentone to visit 1776 RV.

        • Jason B.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from 1776 RV And Campground
          Sep. 26, 2024

          1776 RV And Campground

          Awesome Campground!

          I love this campground. It's located right off the main highway, and has pull-through spots with full hookups. But the best part is the screaming fast internet! We work from home and the internet was so fast, people were amazed when I told them I was at a campground. We didn't even try to use our 5G system. The rates are great, too!

        • JThe Dyrt PRO User
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          Sep. 8, 2024

          Little River Adventure Company

          Great tent camping site

          I tent camped on a drive-in deluxe site in September with my dog. The host, Giorgio, was pleasant and helpful. He had firewood for sale on the property at a reasonable price.

          As another reviewer noted, the bathhouse is at the very front of the property away from the campsites, but the toilet and shower were clean and perfectly adequate.

          My site was flat, spacious, and easy to unload and set up on. The rest of the sites also looked very spacious and fairly flat. The campground's location is very convenient to Little River Falls.

          My one quibble would be that, although the site definitely feels secluded, there was a little bit of road noise at night from the main road. It wasn't nearly enough to keep me awake, but YMMV if you're sensitive to it. The host mentioned that the sites at the back, where I was, were closer to the road and would be louder than the sites in the front of the property.

          I would recommend this campsite to any drive up tent campers looking for a convenient, serene campground in this part of Alabama. I will be a repeat patron here.

        • EThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
          Sep. 7, 2024

          Lake Guntersville Town Creek

          Clean and convenient

          Somewhat crowded, but it was a holiday weekend. Very clean bathrooms and campground. Employees were extremely friendly, inviting, and knowledgeable!

        • Sarah H.
          Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Cove Resort
          Aug. 24, 2024

          Mountain Cove Resort

          Full sun all day

          This campground is side by side hook ups. Not a tree one in the site area. Beautiful view of the mountain. We did not stay the night.

        • EThe Dyrt PRO User
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          Aug. 1, 2024

          South Sauty Creek Resort

          Rude employees

          Very rude employees at booking. Fair warning, if you don’t have a brand new RV, don’t bother calling. They only want the new and fancy ones there. Shame as it’s a great location.

        • Jamie Y.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Monte Sano State Park
          Jul. 23, 2024

          Monte Sano State Park

          Great Primitive Sites

          Really enjoyed the primitive camping site. The bathhouse was clean and there are lots of trails to hike. Very close proximity to Huntsville, making it easy to resupply or just go out and enjoy the city. 🌲🌳🏞️ #PrimitiveCamping #HikingAdventures #CloseToHuntsville

        • DThe Dyrt PRO User
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          Jul. 15, 2024

          Honeycomb Campground

          Difficult site

          Deep ditches around my site made it very, very difficult to park my van - terrified that one of my wheels would fall off the edge. Don’t think I will be back.

        • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
          Jun. 13, 2024

          Lake Guntersville Town Creek

          Beautiful State Park, something for everyone!

          Visited Lake Guntersville State Park, for the day. After taking our granddaughter to Screaming Eagle Zip-line Adventures, located at the gorgeous Lodge, we visited the Campground…and it’s amazing! At the office, we were helped by Rocky, who was friendly and knowledgeable! We received CG info and a map, as well as rates. We are already planning our next trip to visit! The general store was stocked with necessities, as well as souvenirs. Of course we had to get some ice cream! There are several types of sites, monthly, cabins and tent camping. There are boat slips (local rentals) and a Pavilion on the water, basketball and tennis courts, playground, shady dog park, splash pad, and clean bathhouses. Firewood and ice can be purchased at the store. There are also many trails to hike and bike . It is easy to see that this SP is well maintained! The SP Lodge is worth visiting, which has a nice restaurant. LGSP has a golf course, and the quaint town is close by and has shopping and several restaurants.

        • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Marshall County Park
          Jun. 13, 2024

          Marshall County Park

          Beautiful County Park, near Lake Guntersville SP, on TN River

          Marshall County Park, is easy to find/see right on 431. Nothing fancy, but well maintained property, and plenty of room for parking and boating.

        • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Monte Sano State Park
          Jun. 1, 2024

          Monte Sano State Park

          Beautiful, North Alabama State Park

          Scenic Mountain View! Arrived and greeted by staff at the State Park guard gate, then checked into campground at separate office. Map and instructions given. Nice gravel back-in-site, water and 50amp hook ups. Picnic table and fire-ring at each site. Lots of trees. Sites spaced but not private, not at 33. Lots of traffic , since it is at the entrance and lots of kids riding bikes behind our site as well as tents directly in front of us. Will venture out and explore after the rain, and update as I get info. We Have Starlink, still with very poor reception((under 50) and little to no connectivity with T-Mobile. Would not reserve here for 2 weeks again at this site, for lack of privacy and for partial hook ups.

        • L
          Camper-submitted photo from Tranquility Campground
          May. 28, 2024

          Tranquility Campground

          Beautiful, quiet, & shady

          This place did not disappoint. Wife and I were wanting to stay at Desoto State Park but it was full. The husband and wife duo that owns this took us in and treated us like royalty. They looked after us and even stayed up all night to help everyone watch the weather during a tornado watch. RV spots were very shady from all the trees and super quiet. Beautiful piece of property. Bath houses kept hot water too!

        • Greg S.
          Camper-submitted photo from DeSoto State Park
          May. 20, 2024

          DeSoto State Park

          4.9 stars

          What a beautiful place. Stayed the weekend and hit almost all of the trails, saw 4 waterfalls and so many amazing rock formations. There are three trailheads that leave directly from the campground, which is a well-kept and clean place with well spaced sites. The upper loop is on a hill, but the sites are spaced out slightly more than the lower loop. The lower loop was more level and a bit newer. The best sites are in the 60s on the outer part of the lower loop. Just a wonderful place to spend a weekend.

        • SThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Little River Adventure Company
          Apr. 23, 2024

          Little River Adventure Company

          Rip off

          Pulled in and nothing was labeled. Campsites were not labeled or assigned and road to them was poorly kept. “Bathhouse” advertised was a freezing shed with a horse trough as a shower that was a quarter mile from all of the sites. Not worth the money.

        • WThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from The Ridge Outdoor Resort
          Apr. 20, 2024

          The Ridge Outdoor Resort

          Nice site

          This is a motocross, zip line and paint ball camp. The people that checked us in were great. Charge was $5 per person. So $11.00 for us. The sites are grassy. We are the only ones here so we pulled up to the bath house. They will be out to turn on the hot water in a bit. Quiet. Relaxing after a day of seeing the sites. I have 2 bars on my Verizon.

        • Twan M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Cherokee Rock Village
          Apr. 15, 2024

          Cherokee Rock Village

          Sandrock Sanctuary

          I’ve camped at Cherokee Rock Village (affectionately known as Sandrock to the locals) since 2011, starting back when it was still largely undeveloped and free…totally worth paying for these days - they’ve made it such a great place: showers, bathrooms, dumpsters, plenty of walk-in and car camping sites. Best climbing in the southeast, bouldering and sport, and a lot of RC car rock crawling, etc. Sandrock is a must go-to spot in Alabama. The views are awesome, climbing is awesome & camping is awesome. Charcoal grills at most sites, fire rings, firewood available at the front gate/office, etc. Good Verizon coverage, too. Plenty of gas stations and grocery stores within 20min, too.

        • Justin M.
          Camper-submitted photo from DeSoto State Park
          Apr. 5, 2024

          DeSoto State Park

          Great experience, beautiful area.

          Stayed two nights, had a great time. Plenty to do all close by, as well as a few comforts to make the time easier if you want them.

        • MThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Monte Sano State Park
          Apr. 3, 2024

          Monte Sano State Park

          Recently renovated camper sites

          Definitely remember to look at the Park's website for the best way into the park. Our RV specific GPS was waaaay off! All the camper pads have recently been redone, so it's pretty easy to find a flat site. We enjoyed the Japanese tea garden, and look forward to coming back for more hiking and site seeing. 1 washer/dryer per bath house-- not new but got the job done. ATT and Verizon signals weren't super strong but good enough to stream some TV and check email, but we used a high gain antenna.

        • Cathy A.
          Camper-submitted photo from Point Mallard City Campground
          Mar. 3, 2024

          Point Mallard City Campground

          Only a small area is for short term , no wifi

          No wifi per office with no known date of repair. Relatively quiet, lots of vehicle traffic and golf carts. Office staff is very helpful and friendly. Majority of park is longterm. Dog friendly, no dog park at location. Close to shopping but far enough away for quiet.

        • Will G.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Honeycomb Campground
          Nov. 21, 2023

          Honeycomb Campground

          Plenty good enough for a long weekend

          We visited Honeycomb a few days before Thanksgiving and had a good time.

          PROs: • Beautiful views from lakefront sites • not crowded, very quiet in mid-November • hard packed gravel pad was level left-to-right, no leveling blocks under tires needed • easy driving distance to lots of local activities/attractions

          CONs: • only one working bathroom/shower house…could be an issue when the campground is crowded considering their are no sewage hookups on site • sites are pretty close together, not much room for outdoor family activities • WIFI (extra charge) was very inconsistent



        Guide to Guntersville

        Camping near Guntersville, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're into hiking, fishing, or just relaxing by the water, there’s something for everyone.

        What to do:

        • Hiking Trails: Explore the numerous trails at DeSoto State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Stayed the weekend and hit almost all of the trails, saw 4 waterfalls and so many amazing rock formations."
        • Fishing: Lake Guntersville is a prime spot for fishing. A camper at Lake Guntersville State Park Campground shared, "We stayed three nights in primitive camping and it was fantastic. Our site was right on the water."
        • Cave Tours: Don’t miss the chance to visit the Cathedral Caverns. A reviewer from Cathedral Caverns State Park Campground said, "The cavern is a definite must! It was so beautiful."

        What campers like:

        • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. One visitor at Honeycomb Campground noted, "Great shade and lake. Stayed at site 74 lakeside, plenty of room."
        • Friendly Staff: Many campers rave about the helpfulness of the staff. A camper at Little River RV Park and Campground mentioned, "The owner came around and she was very sweet."
        • Scenic Views: The views are a big hit. A reviewer at Cherokee Rock Village said, "The views are awesome, climbing is awesome & camping is awesome."

        What you should know:

        • Cell Service: Be prepared for limited cell service in some areas. A camper at Buck's Pocket State Park Campground mentioned, "There is absolutely no cell service or TV stations available due to the geographic makeup of the park."
        • Site Size: Some campgrounds have smaller sites. A visitor at Noccalula Falls Park & Campground said, "The sites are very close together. Bring your own fire pit if you want to cook over a fire."
        • Road Conditions: Access roads can be tricky. A camper at Buck's Pocket State Park Campground noted, "The last mile of road before reaching the campground is rather steep and a little sporty."

        Tips for camping with families:

        • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. A camper at Lake Guntersville State Park Campground shared, "Bath houses were very clean and tons of fun things for kids to do around the park."
        • Plan for Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to traffic or other campers. A visitor at Noccalula Falls Park & Campground mentioned, "The campground is very close to town and as so expect a lot of noise from traffic."
        • Bring Extra Gear: Be prepared with extra gear for activities. A camper at Honeycomb Campground advised, "Come prepared; very few items at the camp store."

        Tips from RVers:

        • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Monte Sano State Park Campground noted, "Nice gravel back-in-site, water and 50amp hook ups."
        • Wi-Fi Availability: Some campgrounds have inconsistent Wi-Fi. A visitor at Cathedral Caverns State Park Campground mentioned, "CG WiFi was inconsistent, with speeds from next to zero and up to 1.5 MB/s."
        • Plan for Dumping: Be aware of the dump station situation. A camper at Honeycomb Campground said, "We waited for 3 hours for our turn to use the dump site."

        Camping near Guntersville, Alabama, has its perks and quirks. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a fantastic outdoor experience!

        Frequently Asked Questions

        • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Guntersville, AL?

          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Guntersville, AL is Little River Adventure Company with a 4.7-star rating from 9 reviews.

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