Best Campgrounds near Kinston, AL

Camping options around Kinston, Alabama range from developed facilities to primitive sites, with many located near bodies of water. The region includes Frank Jackson State Park Campground near Opp, offering full hookups for RVs and tent camping with lakefront sites. Geneva State Lake provides more primitive dispersed camping on public land with tent and RV accommodation. Point A Park RV & Campground and Florala City Park offer additional established camping areas with various amenity levels for both RV and tent campers.

Most campgrounds in the area are accessible year-round with Alabama's mild climate, though summer humidity can make spring and fall more comfortable for tent camping. Full hookup sites typically require reservations, while dispersed camping at Geneva State Lake operates on a first-come basis with minimal facilities. Many campgrounds accept both cash and check payments, with some requiring on-site payment rather than advance booking. Road access varies, with Geneva State Lake requiring navigation of dirt roads that may become problematic during rainy periods. According to one visitor at Geneva State Lake, "It was about 5 miles of dirt roads to get in there and they were well maintained but I didn't want to risk it in the rain."

Waterfront access represents a significant draw for campers in the region. Frank Jackson State Park receives consistently positive reviews for its lakeside sites, clean facilities, and peaceful setting. A review noted, "Nice park. Most sites are located on the lake and have short stairs down to the lake. The sites have spaced out trees perfect for hammocks." Geneva State Lake offers a more secluded experience with beautiful sunrise views over the water and basic amenities including porta-potties and picnic tables. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist throughout the area, with several campgrounds featuring hiking trails through wooded areas. Many campgrounds maintain good cell service coverage despite their natural settings, and several include amenities like showers, laundry facilities, and trash service even at more modestly priced locations.

Best Camping Sites Near Kinston, Alabama (66)

    1. Frank Jackson State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Opp, AL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (334) 493-6988

    "After a long days drive it was a perfect place to take our dog for a walk to stretch our legs and settle in to a great campsite. "

    "Nice small camp ground only about 25 sites most are directly on the lake.... full hook ups and has a bathhouse and a laundry room."

    2. Geneva State Lake

    3 Reviews
    Kinston, AL
    5 miles

    "Beautiful park to camp next to the lake with 2 fishing docks. No bathrooms just port a potty. The camping price is $2 per night, no reservation is needed, and is online payment."

    "Note - I drive a 20’ van - so non level is ok for me but these sites were not level - but I spent 2 nights sat/sun - and it was gorgeous especially for sunrise."

    3. Open Pond Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Wing, AL
    24 miles
    Website

    "Nice campground, clean, large sites Good walking trails. Nice facilities."

    "Some sites are very open next to the pond and some are back in the woods and more private. I love that the campsites are mostly spread out so you don’t have to worry about neighbors being too close."

    4. Florala City Park

    4 Reviews
    Paxton, FL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (334) 858-6425

    "Several miles of walking paths around (part of) lake. Walk into town is about a mile. Half the sites are on the water, other half backs to trees. Full hook ups, good restroom/shower."

    "Still had a great view of the lake. Clean restrooms and hot showers. Pay cash it check only. Call in advance for reservations and to confirm availability."

    5. The Oaks Family RV Park & Campground

    7 Reviews
    Andalusia, AL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (334) 804-2267

    $45 - $85 / night

    "And it's right on the outskirts of town making it convenient if you forgot something at home to run to town and get. This is a new campground Andres I said we absolutely love it"

    "On the way to Florida from NE Alabama we experienced our first blow out. Sat on the interstate for 2 hours."

    6. J & J's Place at the Springs

    1 Review
    Geneva, AL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (727) 480-1163

    $25 - $75 / night

    7. Cypress Landing RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Andalusia, AL
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (334) 388-1008

    $37 - $50 / night

    "Right on the lake. You can rent boats week days and weekends!"

    8. Point A Park RV & Campground

    1 Review
    Andalusia, AL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (334) 388-0342

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Point A Campground Andalusia, Alabama This is a nice campground with very nice camp hosts and clean bath houses. We did not notice any long term campers."

    9. Twin Lakes Camp Resort

    17 Reviews
    DeFuniak Springs, FL
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 892-5914

    $75 - $85 / night

    "Nice place on the lake, well maintained. We wanted to do laundry and try new kind of a campground. Overall positive, but expensive. Sites are really near each other, no privacy."

    "Surrounded by 2 lakes this is a nice clean camp ground. Concert pads with full hook ups... A little close to your neighbors for me ."

    10. Gantt Lake RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Andalusia, AL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (334) 388-0350
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Recent Reviews near Kinston, AL

192 Reviews of 66 Kinston Campgrounds


  • Pam G.
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    A nice relaxing weekend

    I really enjoyed my stay here. The park is quiet, safe, and well maintained, and the staff were helpful and friendly. The location is perfect. I will definitely come back.

  • Pam G.
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    A quiet and wonderful vacation

    I really enjoyed my stay here. The park is quiet, safe and well maintained. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the location is perfect. I will definitely come back.

  • anisa D.
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    a very good park

    I really enjoyed my stay at Walnut Creek RV Park in Troy, Alabama. The park is quiet, clean, and very well maintained. The sites were easy to access, and everything worked perfectly. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending this place to anyone traveling through the area.

  • Ditjon R.
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    Super lovely place!

    Me and my wife had a really good time there, the place is clean, well maintained and very easy to access. Will definitely consider coming back to this place on a future vacation.

  • Elira J.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    Amazing

    We loved our stay at Walnut Creek RV Park! The spot was peaceful, clean, and surrounded by nature, perfect for relaxing. The staff was super friendly and made us feel right at home. Our dog had a blast exploring the walking trails, and the kids loved the playground. It felt like a cozy little getaway without being too far from town. We’ll definitely be back!🏕️🌳😊

  • Selim R.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    loved it

    Very clean, quiet, and close to everything we needed. Friendly staff and close to nearby attractions. We’ll definitely be back.

  • Lum Z.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    Beautiful park

    Really enjoyed our time here. The sites were easy to access and it felt really safe. We’ll definitely be staying again!

  • Rinora S.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    Perfect

    We stayed here recently with our family and had a great experience! The park was clean, quiet, really well-kept and the staff was very welcoming. Highly recommend if you're passing through Troy!

  • Aleisha M.
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Walnut Creek RV Park

    Super beautiful and quiet

    Beautiful place ! Super quiet love the pond very clean. Super friendly and helpful staff will definitely revisit! So close to everything we needed also. New paved roads over all ver impressed


Guide to Kinston

Camping sites near Kinston, Alabama range from lakeside parks to secluded forest settings within 30-40 miles of town. Located in the southern Alabama wiregrass region at approximately 250 feet above sea level, this area features sandy soil that drains quickly after rain. Summer temperatures consistently reach 90°F with high humidity, while winter nights can drop into the 30s from December through February.

What to do

Fishing from designated docks: Frank Jackson State Park Campground offers multiple fishing spots on its 1,000-acre lake. "The lake adjacent to our campsite made for a beautiful backdrop for our evening campfire," notes one visitor who mentions the lake is stocked with "bass, bream, crappie and catfish."

Wildlife viewing on nature trails: At Open Pond Recreation Area, visitors can observe local wildlife along the trails. "Surprisingly nice wildlife given the small size of the park, since it's in the middle of a large rural area with lots of little lakes nearby. Good bird watching," reports one camper. The park offers hiking trails through pine and cypress forests.

Swimming in designated areas: Several lakes near Kinston allow swimming during warmer months. "Plenty of children were swimming in the water at the end of the pier," notes a visitor to Point A Park. At Twin Lakes, one camper mentions "beautiful views in all directions" and excellent sunset viewing over the water.

What campers like

Lakefront camping sites: Florala City Park receives praise for its water access and views. "Half the sites are on the water, other half backs to trees. Full hook ups, good restroom/shower," writes one camper. Another visitor mentions, "We spent one night in a non waterfront site. Still had a great view of the lake."

Clean, well-maintained facilities: The Oaks Family RV Park & Campground maintains high cleanliness standards. A camper notes, "The campground is very clean, neat and tidy. It's very clear the maintenance of the grounds is never let go." Another mentions, "The bathhouse has 4 large private bathrooms with showers, toilets, sink and an oversized bench for your stuff."

Quiet, peaceful settings: Most campgrounds in the area offer tranquil environments away from urban noise. At Geneva State Lake, a visitor describes the experience as "gorgeous especially for sunrise" and "so peaceful." Another camper at Frank Jackson State Park appreciates the "well kept grounds" and notes it has "superb staff and a lot to do in the great outdoors."

What you should know

Cash payment requirements: Several parks only accept cash or check. A camper at Florala City Park advises, "Pay cash or check only. Call in advance for reservations and to confirm availability." Most campgrounds do not process credit card payments on site.

Variable cell service: Cell coverage differs between campgrounds. At Geneva State Lake, one camper reports "good service for AT&T and Verizon (3-4 bars)," while Open Pond Recreation Area has limited connectivity with one visitor noting "cell coverage sucks."

Seasonal considerations: Late spring and early fall offer the most comfortable camping conditions. Summer humidity can be challenging, particularly in July and August. One camper who visited Frank Jackson State Park in October mentioned the park was hosting its "annual 'Scarecrows in the Park' function" with "walking trails lined with decorative scarecrows."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Cypress Landing RV Park offers amenities for children. A visitor notes the park has "horse shoes, pool table and a playground for kids." Another camper mentions it's a "very clean, well kept campground" with "a small playground for smaller kids."

Wildlife education opportunities: Several parks offer chances to observe local animals. One camper at Frank Jackson State Park mentions "there's an island full of armadillos" which can be exciting for children to spot.

Swimming options: During warmer months, supervised swimming areas provide family recreation. At Twin Lakes, a camper describes "a well equipped camp store" that has "everything you need to get by" and mentions the camp's "beautiful setting" with lake views from many sites.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling considerations: Not all concrete pads are level at area campgrounds. At The Oaks Family RV Park, a visitor mentioned "concrete pads are level and have plenty of maneuvering space around them (helpful especially if you're new)."

Access road conditions: Road quality varies significantly between parks. At Geneva State Lake, one RVer cautions "it was about 5 miles of dirt roads to get in there and they were well maintained but I didn't want to risk it in the rain." Planning arrival during dry weather can prevent access issues.

Hookup specifications: Different parks offer various hookup configurations. Point A Park offers "full hookups, wifi, cable, a fire pit, and a nice concrete picnic table on a partially gravel and red dirt and partial asphalt unlevel site." At Florala City Park, sites include "full hook ups" but setup may vary between waterfront and non-waterfront locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Kinston, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Kinston, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 66 campgrounds and RV parks near Kinston, AL and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Kinston, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Kinston, AL is Frank Jackson State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 16 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Kinston, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Kinston, AL.