Point Mallard City Campground features densely arranged RV sites with limited privacy between neighbors. Located on flat terrain near Decatur, Alabama, the campground maintains 115 sites with full hookups across 25 acres. Sites are positioned close together with limited spacing, creating a compact camping environment where neighbors are within clear view of each other.
What to do
Hiking at Monte Sano: Monte Sano State Park offers extensive hiking options on technical trails with challenging terrain. "The hiking is moderate to extreme up and down some interesting rock formations. I've been several years now and still haven't gotten around to all the trails," notes one visitor to Monte Sano State Park Campground.
Swimming at Clear Creek: The recreation area provides a designated swimming area with sandy shoreline access to Smith Lake. "There is a nice basketball and volleyball area in a nice green space area near the boat launch," mentions a camper at Clear Creek Recreation Area. The swimming area includes shallow entry points suitable for younger children.
River camping experience: At Corinth Recreation Area, campsites provide direct water access with minimal shoreline development. "We spent a lot of time walking with our kids on the trails and riding scooters around the campsite roads. Nature trails were extremely well kept with great views on the water," reports a visitor to Corinth.
What campers like
Site privacy at Clear Creek: Campsites feature natural spacing between neighbors with wooded buffers. "The sites are very nice and there is lots of shade. The majority of sites are pretty level and the comfort stations were clean," according to a recent camper at Clear Creek Recreation Area.
Riverfront camping at McFarland Park: Sites position campers directly alongside the Tennessee River with unobstructed water views. "It's a beautiful setting along the Tennessee River. Boat launches, picnic pavilions, frisbee golf, fishing pier and a beach in the same park. Wonderful place to watch sunsets and Sun Rises on the River," reports one camper at McFarland Park Campground.
Quiet camping atmosphere: Corinth Recreation Area provides a peaceful environment despite full occupancy. "This was by far one of the most quiet COE campground we have been to. The camp was full but you would have thought the opposite based on how quite it was," notes a visitor to Corinth Recreation Area.
What you should know
Limited shower facilities: During peak periods, some campgrounds restrict bathroom access. "There was a notice that stated only one of the restroom facilities for the entire campground was available so tent families beware and plan your site accordingly," reports a Clear Creek visitor.
Water quality varies by season: Smith Lake clarity fluctuates through summer months with increased boat traffic. "Swimming area has shaded picnic areas but is down a steep hill a good way from your car. Also small pebbles in swim area are very painful," notes a Corinth camper.
Campsite terrain challenges: Some primitive sites lack flat tent platforms. At Dismals Canyon, "the campsites are in rough shape. Totally eroded with no level spot for a tent," according to one camper at Dismals Canyon Cabins and Primitive Campsites.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Sharon Johnston Park offers multiple play areas throughout the property. "It's a great site to bring the kids. There's also a track, a baseball field, and soccer fields. When we go, our kids run free -- there are 200 acres of open space," notes a visitor to Sharon Johnston Park.
Yurt camping near Hartselle: For families seeking structured glamping, TGL Adventures provides yurt accommodations with basic amenities. "This place is really nice. The folks that run it are caring and inviting. Nice playground for the kids as well," reports a recent visitor exploring yurt camping options near Hartselle, Alabama.
River access for children: Honeycomb Campground maintains a designated swimming beach with gradual entry. "Our site was spacious and right on the lake. The beach was very nice and the staff was beyond helpful," notes a camper at Honeycomb Campground.
Tips from RVers
Site selection at Point Mallard: Choose sites away from long-term residents for better spacing. "This place is tight. Not in the Urban Dictionary meaning of tight, but in the actual meaning of tight. The roads to the site was hard to navigate due to the amount of vehicles parked along the roads," advises an RV camper.
Limited shade at Lake Guntersville: Many sites lack tree coverage following tornado damage. "A few years ago a tornado took out a lot of the big pines so it's a bit hot with very little shade," reports a camper about conditions at the state park.
Full hookups availability: Honeycomb Campground lacks sewer connections at most sites. "The only downside is that they do not have sewer hookups," notes a visitor, though the campground offers dump stations and honey wagon service for longer stays.
