Recreational vehicle sites near Headland, Alabama range from established parks with concrete pads to rustic facilities on public lands. Headland sits at approximately 400 feet elevation in the southeastern corner of Alabama, experiencing hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and mild winters. Several campgrounds in this region remain open year-round with varying levels of cellular connectivity for remote workers.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Kelly Creek RV Park provides access to a catch and release pond complete with fishing dock. "There is a boat dock which is convenient for accessing Lake Thollocco," notes a camper about Military Park Fort Rucker Recreation Area Engineer Beach RV Park.
Walking trails: Take advantage of wooded paths for exercise or wildlife viewing. "We took the dogs for a walk down along the creek, through some nice woods and a meadow, it was a nice walk," reports one visitor at Kelly Creek RV Park.
Local attractions: The National Peanut Festival occurs annually in nearby Dothan. "Stayed for 2 nights during the Peanut Festival. Not a lot of amenities, but full hookup," mentions one A-Okay RV Park camper. Half a dozen trail heads exist in the Dothan area for hiking enthusiasts.
What campers like
Quiet location: Many RV parks in the region are set back from major highways. "Its also a mile off the hwy so it's so quiet. We will make this our go to traveling through ozark/Dothan Alabama," writes one Kelly Creek RV Park visitor.
Convenient amenities: Travelers appreciate close proximity to shopping and services. "Walmart is less than a mile with plenty of dining options within a minute or two," notes one guest at Dothan RV Park. Another camper mentioned, "Dollar General is next door but they are out of ice."
Clean facilities: Campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and laundry areas. "The bath house also has a laundry room," states one camper at Military Park Fort Rucker Recreation Area. A Rosemont RV Park guest mentioned, "The facility was very clean."
What you should know
Satellite reception challenges: Trees can interfere with connectivity at some locations. "Because of the vast amount of trees we were unable to use the satellite and WiFi was not available," explains a reviewer at Military Park Fort Rucker Recreation Area Engineer Beach RV Park.
Highway noise considerations: Some campgrounds are situated near Interstate highways. "While we weren't really here for camping - we were just passing through, we did take some time to visit nearby Ashford Recreational Park and went for a jog before cracking on for 10 more hours," shares a camper from Shallow Creek RV Park.
Reservation practices: Policies vary between campgrounds. "We had called the day prior to see if they had a Harvest Host spot available and were told yes and the owner explained how it worked. We were asked to call about an hour out," notes one Rosemont RV Park visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some parks offer recreation areas for children. Military Park Fort Rucker Recreation Area provides "a small park with a swing set, teeter totter, and basketball hoop," according to a visitor.
Animal encounters: Several campgrounds have farm animals that children enjoy. "The property has a couple of lakes where you can fish and some friendly goats and chickens, which added a fun, relaxing vibe," reports a camper at Hitchinpost RV Park and Campground.
Pet-friendly spaces: Many parks accommodate four-legged family members. "They also had a small fenced dog area, but the CG has fields on two sides so we took our two pups there to run," mentions one Rosemont RV Park visitor.
Tips from RVers
Propane availability: Check which parks offer on-site propane service. "Be sure to top off your propane. The lowest price I've seen for FULL tanks," advises a camper at A-Okay RV Park.
Site dimensions: RV parks accommodate various vehicle sizes. "Sites are very big and there was lots of space," notes a Kelly Creek RV Park visitor, while another mentions "most sites are 75 ft pull through gravel and grass."
Level sites: Concrete pads make setup easier at some locations. "All sites have been upgraded to level concrete with full hookups," explains a Dothan RV Park visitor. Another mentions, "Our site was fairly level and the utilities were to the rear."
