Mobile Bay and its surrounding areas provide extensive options for glamping near Indian Springs, Alabama. This coastal region features a mix of state parks and private resorts with temperatures averaging 75°F in spring and fall, making these seasons ideal for outdoor activities. Winter camping remains comfortable with average lows rarely dropping below 40°F, though summer brings high humidity and temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F.
What to do
Hiking through Civil War history: Blakeley State Park Campground offers 26 miles of trails through historic sites. According to Julie D., "You will walk through historic civil war sites, trails that were once the streets of the town of Blakeley. A beautiful hike on boardwalks along the Blakeley River then through a swamp on deep into woods amongst ancient oaks."
Fishing from piers: Meaher State Park Campground provides access to Mobile Bay fishing. One camper noted, "They have a nice little fishing pier. Boat and kayak launch. Bath houses clean and operated correctly. Hot water etc." The pier extends into the bay for both casual anglers and serious fishing enthusiasts.
Boating and swimming: Waterfront access allows for multiple water activities. At The Retreat RV & Campground, one visitor mentioned, "The river bank is gorgeous and we even spent a dinner out next to the river," highlighting the scenic waterfront options for relaxing after water activities.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Many campgrounds feature well-designed sites with privacy. A visitor to Blakeley State Park Campground reported, "We were assigned site 6. We were surrounded on 3 sides by woods but had neighbors directly across from us and diagonally." These wooded sites provide natural buffers between camping neighbors.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The coastal ecosystem supports diverse wildlife. Lynn G. shared her experience: "The Civil War history is interesting and the rangers are well-versed in history. Great hiking trails that are horse friendly. There's a nature center and lots of different ecosystems."
Access to multiple beaches: Bay Breeze RV on the Bay offers proximity to different beach options. A camper noted, "Close to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. A long peer leads out to the water making a beautiful sitting and fishing spot. The boat ramp is right beside the peer! The beach is a short drive down the road!"
What you should know
Ant problems: Multiple campgrounds report issues with ants. At Gulf State Park Campground, a camper warned, "Beware of the ants!!!!!! The whole campground is infested with stinging ants. There are ant piles all over the campsites. I was stung really bad after accidentally getting near an ant hill."
Site leveling challenges: Many sites require additional equipment for setup. At The Retreat RV & Campground, a visitor advised, "Make sure you bring leveling blocks, some of the sites are fairly level while others are not. Our site sloped down towards the river and we needed extra blocks to place under our tires and stabilizers."
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience road noise. One Meaher State Park visitor mentioned, "You can hear traffic in Hwy 98 and I10 at night but was not an issue for us. Others have complained I have noticed." Bring earplugs if you're sensitive to ambient sounds.
Tips for camping with families
Organized activities for children: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp Resort offers structured programming. One parent shared, "We had a lot of fun. The kids loved all of the Saturday activities. Campsites have a fire pit, so we made s'mores. They have a store with everything we needed, which was really nice."
First-time fishing spots: Several parks provide beginner-friendly fishing areas. A visitor commented, "This was our first campground experience and we thoroughly enjoyed it! The lake is full of bream and each of my kids caught their first fish, definitely a memorable trip."
Educational opportunities: Many parks offer ranger programs and educational activities. Nicole G. mentioned, "Woke up to begin the junior ranger packet for our kiddos (provided at checkout) and hiked and explored all day. We were super happy at the food truck that was there so we didn't have to go off site for lunch."
Tips from RVers
Personalized service: All About Relaxing RV Park provides exceptional welcome services. ScottFrance shared, "First night in our new Class C. The owner met us at the gate, escorted us to our space and showed us how to hook everything up. Campgrounds and all facilities were very clean!"
Site selection for larger rigs: Choose sites carefully if you have a large RV. At The Retreat RV & Campground, Chloe F. advised, "Our camper is 35 feet travel trailer, and it was quiet tight getting into our spot, and it will be for most current spots, we would not have been able to park where we were had there been a camper next to us."
Hookup variations: Check what type of electrical connections are available. One camper noted, "The campground website currently that all electric campsites are 50amp which they are not, if you need a 50amp site you will have to call the office to ensure you can secure one."
