Camping Huntsville, AL

The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Huntsville. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Huntsville is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Huntsville and user-submitted reviews.

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433 Reviews of 102 Huntsville Campgrounds


  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Northgate RV Travel Park
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Northgate RV Travel Park

    Good for Our Needs

    Our GPS brought us right into the campground (CG) that is conveniently located off I-65 and US-31. Check in was pleasant and quick. They take cash or check.We were assigned pull through site D-1(water and electric 50/30/20 AMP) behind the office. The advantage of this site, is that it has a yard area as the other sites do not. This is a bare bones CG with no amenities. Most of the sites have FHUs. The pad was plenty long enough for our 40’ fifth wheel and F450 plus fairly level. However, if you unhook and leave, you have a long, slightly curved road to back up on to get back in position to hook your rig up unless the site next to you is empty. The utilities are in the middle of the pad and you can maneuver to suit your needs. Water pressure was good at 50 psi and we got 4 bars on Verizon. There’s no Wifi here but due to this CG being a parking lot, no issues with satellite. Like other reviewers stated, there’s a deep ditch on either side of the driveway when you pull in, so keep an eye on how your rig tracks. This CG filled up the Saturday to Sunday we overnighted and we were assigned one of the few water and electric only sites, but were still charged$45 same as the FHU sites? Overall, this CG worked for our needs.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Walls of Jericho - Trailhead Campsite
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Walls of Jericho - Trailhead Campsite

    Parking Lot Camping

    Read that there was a drive-in camp site at this location. Upon arrival, we found a parking lot with a fence all around it. There were a few fire rings in the parking lot.

    I was not tempted to stay. There was nothing here but a place to park when you go hiking. The only thing here was disappointment and the realization that I needed to go somewhere else.

  • l
    Camper-submitted photo from Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake
    Sep. 16, 2024

    Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake

    What a dump.

    This campground is nothing like the pictures or reviews. A complete dump top to bottom. Lots of problems from staff to grounds. And Staff is rude and do nothing but smoke and stand around.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Sauty Creek Resort
    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.

  • Elizabeth H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake
    Jul. 27, 2024

    Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake

    Great family campground!

    This is a huge, beautiful campground with spots that back right up to the water's edge. There are plenty of amenities for the kids, and we had a blast. Definitely pack lots of bug repellent if you stay on the water.

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

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    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
    Camper-submitted photo from Honeycomb Campground
    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 State Park Campground
    Jun. 13, 2024

    Lake Guntersville State Park Campground

    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.

  • Nichole K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake
    Jun. 5, 2024

    Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake

    Lovely, family friendly, beautiful views all around

    I only have great things to say. We truly enjoyed our stay, we were right on the water. Its quiet & there's plenty of room between sites so your not sitting on top of your neighbor's. There's horse back riding, paddle boards, jet skis, electric bicycles to rent & Kayaks. We can not wait to stay again. The ladies up front were super helpful & definitely keep the morale up with their bubbly personalities.

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

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    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.

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

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    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.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake
    Mar. 17, 2024

    Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake

    Peaceful getaway

    This campground is perfect for a weekend getaway. Being right by water and soaking in the tranquility of this campground is the recharge anyone needs heading back to the real world. We enjoy being close to conveniences, but far enough away to unplug and unwind.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Palomino RV Resort
    Mar. 7, 2024

    Palomino RV Resort

    Cute place

    We stop for an overnight stay. The park was very clean and the employees were super nice. There was a swimming pond, a fishing pond, basketball & tennis court, fire pit, picnic tables. They had some really neat buddy camp sites.

  • 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

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville State Park Campground
    Nov. 5, 2023

    Lake Guntersville State Park Campground

    Great Campground on Beautiful Lake

    We stayed three nights in primitive camping and it was fantastic. Our site was right on the water and far away from any other campers. The RV camping is not as secluded. Bath houses were very clean and tons of fun things for kids to do around the park.

  • @HomegrownRV 😎.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park
    Nov. 3, 2023

    Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park

    Beautiful State Park

    The main campground is very nice. There are a lot of shaded, private spots, but some of the sites are a little close together. Some of them aren’t very level, so just keep that in mind!

    The bathrooms are very clean, bright and heated in the winter. One of the bath houses has separate showers that are completely private.

    There are many traditional hiking trails throughout the park, but there’s also paved paths circling around the campground as well.

    The gift shop and visitors center was large and had a lot of useful things for sale, as well as kids toys and books. Our daughter really enjoyed it. The playgrounds are also very well maintained.

    Follow us on Tiktok or Instagram @HomegrownRV for more detailed reviews and RV living!

  • Beth LeVar L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park
    Oct. 31, 2023

    Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park

    Tims Ford Main Campground

    We stayed the final weekend open for the season and it was a fantastic stay. There are paved paths for miles right there off the campsites. There are other trails as well not paved with but more tugged/traditional trails with bridges and cottonmouths lol be careful. The sites are close enough to the water for bank fishing. The bathrooms were great too. Clean when we arrived and convenient to our site #44, we were right across from them. These were a private bathroom shower situation in each door. The other shower house had men and women bathrooms and private showers separately. We visited the gift shop and information center, the people working there are helpful and friendly. I definitely recommend. We stayed just in time before the temps dropped from 80 degrees one day the day we left dropped to 45 during the day.


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Guide to Huntsville

Camping near Huntsville, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Many campgrounds, like Monte Sano State Park Campground, have extensive hiking trails. One visitor mentioned, “The bathhouse was clean and there are lots of trails to hike.”
  • Fishing and Water Activities: At Lake Guntersville State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating. A camper shared, “We stayed three nights in primitive camping and it was fantastic. Our site was right on the water.”
  • Family Fun: Point Mallard City Campground offers playgrounds and walking trails. One family said, “Family friendly with 2 playgrounds. Dog friendly. Walking and biking trails.”

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review from Cathedral Caverns State Park Campground noted, “Restrooms and showers were a bit of a walk up the hill, but clean and well maintained.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground said, “They were very helpful, knowledgeable and professional, with a great attitude.”
  • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Honeycomb Campground offer beautiful lakefront sites. A visitor remarked, “Beautiful views from lakefront sites.”

What you should know

  • Site Spacing: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Lake Guntersville State Park Campground mentioned, “The RV camping is not as secluded.”
  • Limited Connectivity: Many areas have poor cell service. One camper at Brushy Lake Recreation Area noted, “No Verizon service there but if you drive up the road past the visitor center, you can get a few bars.”
  • Reservations: Some campgrounds do not allow reservations, so it’s best to arrive early. A visitor at Northgate RV Travel Park said, “Nothing fancy, but great for overnight.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. At Point Mallard City Campground, one reviewer said, “The community who stayed there were very friendly. They wanted to talk to us and offered us coffee even in the morning.”
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy during hikes. A camper at Tims Ford State Park Main Campground mentioned, “The bathrooms are very clean, bright and heated in the winter.”
  • Plan for Downtime: Bring games or books for quiet time at the campsite. A visitor at Joe Wheeler State Park said, “Great anytime of year. Fishing, golf, restaurant and many other activities.”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground noted, “The pads here are huge and the utilities including 50 AMP worked well.”
  • Bring Extra Cords: Some sites may not have enough power outlets. A camper at Monte Sano State Park Campground mentioned, “We enjoyed the Japanese tea garden, and look forward to coming back for more hiking and site seeing.”
  • Know Your Route: GPS can be tricky in rural areas. One visitor at Honeycomb Campground said, “Deep ditches around my site made it very, very difficult to park my van.”

Camping in Huntsville, AL, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Huntsville, AL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Huntsville, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 102 campgrounds and RV parks near Huntsville, AL and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Huntsville, AL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Huntsville, AL is Monte Sano State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 76 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Huntsville, AL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Huntsville, AL.

  • What parks are near Huntsville, AL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Huntsville, AL that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and National Forests in Alabama.