The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Lanett. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Alabama camping has to offer. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Lanett, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
$34 - $68 / night
"Bathrooms nearby, but showers are around the corner. Very clean, just older. Plenty of walking, and biking over the dam into Alabama! Beautiful lake for swimming, canoes, or kayaking."
"The campground is located on West Point Lake, where bald eagles soar."
$12 - $190 / night
"This is park is just a few hours away from home so we stayed for a few days to camp and hike. I took my teardrop trailer and had site 315."
"Each site has a dirt or gravel pad, water and electricity hookups and are all situated within walking distance of a bathroom."
$34 - $68 / night
"The Freeman Road loop campsites are in close proximity to each other, with the restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities close by at the end of the lane."
"Dump station near exit. About 25 minutes from shopping in LaGrange, GA"
$24 - $34 / night
"You can swim, fish or boat right from your site. lots of hiking trails. The forest is very diverse, with lots of large oaks, pines, cedars, and more. not a single dead tree anywhere."
"Gorgeous lakeside sites with nice sloping grass down to water. Very peaceful. Restrooms were clean and well stocked. Reasonably priced under $30 for water and electric site."
"Site 1 has another site 15 feet behind it."
"Right on the lake!"
"The lake views were really nice, easy access to the water with our kayaks and floats. The mosquitoes were really horrible, but otherwise we really enjoyed our stay!"
"Great access to the water so getting our kayaks in and out of the water was very easy. The bathrooms were nice and very clean but there was no shower."
"Chewacla State Park is adjacent to Auburn, AL, and it stays busy due to the proximity of the school and city. I stayed twice for a geology class and found the campsites and amenities to be wonderful."
"Chewacla was a favorite to visit for a few hours a a local college student and now it’s an excellent location to take the family on an RV trip."
$24 - $290 / night
"Our whole family camped out there and enjoyed the close proximity to each other’s site. They’re right across from a larger shower house on one side and the waters edge on the other."
"They have really good access to the water and several folks have their boats anchored right by their site. I would definitely go back"
$30 / night
"When we got there Friday afternoon we had a great view of the lake, but after 5:00 the place filled up quickly. If you want an unobstructed view of the lake you should rent a lakeside spot."
"We had lake front site #6. Had our kayak and small fishing boat at site shore. Our golden retrievers loved being at the water. Sites are very large with good space between them."
"I enjoyed camping here it's nice owner's nice very respectful they have a pond and you could drive your golf cart all around the campsite to use your ATV UTV enjoy the pond as a catch and release best"
"Game room who ever likes PLAYING POOL they have it ya oh and a lake big basses in here pond looking good a lot of work is getting done you must see it I'm very pleased with the new outcome they supply"
ScoutVery clean and very quite forest with flat level sites
TravelerLarge sites, Bathhouses, Laundry Room, Dump Station and Trash Dumpsters
ScoutCamping is first come first served basis, no reservations. $20 per night, parking for one vehicle included. Extra vehicles require $5 parking pass per day. They take credit card. Pull up to the booth at the entrance before 5pm or see the camp host 5-8pm. After 8pm, the park gate closes. I was given a gate code in case I needed to leave and return during the closed hours.
The camping layout falls somewhere between dispersed camping and a traditional campground. When I checked in, I was told I could pull up to any site with a fire pit. There were picnic tables and trash cans at most sites. There are no hook ups at the sites, but there is a good amount of space on flat ground in the trees. Several cars, tents, or small campers would fit on each site. Bigger campers could opt for sites 8 or 9 which don’t have trees. I cleaned up a bit of trash around my site when I arrived. The camp host drove around selling firewood.
Many of these reviews seem older, so I wanted to add that there is a newer block bathroom with flush toilets, electricity and a shower stall, and outdoor water spigot near the stretch of campsites marked 1-20 along the river. It was clean. Driving in, you’ll see a sign that points you to “Main Camping.” The sites stretch down a lane that follows the river to a dead end, the river and sites are on the left and there is a large grassy airfield on the right. There was no airplane traffic while I was there and no signage to stay off of it, so perhaps it is no longer in use.
There is a boat ramp past site 20. I saw a sign at the bathhouse for paddling the river and various parks to camp along the way. There are signs for horse camping only at sites 18-20. One of the trails runs between the river bank and the campsites, with red blazes - “River Trail” - so don’t set up equipment there in case hikers or horses come through. I saw people fishing in the Chattahoochee River right off of their campsite. There is a small rapid that stretches across the river near sites 1-10, so you get that nice water flowing sound to fall asleep to!
There are also sites in other areas of the park, if you turn left instead of following the “Main Camping” sign. I’m not sure if they are numbered, and they seem more scattered. There is another bathhouse with running water and a shower that is older next to the cabin called “Old Ranger’s Station.”
The park has wide trails for horseback riding. I hiked the 2 mile Eagle Loop Trail and saw a mountain biker as well. I saw signs for an Orienteering Course. There is a splash pad and a new looking playground that from a glance, might be ADA accessible. There are many signs prohibiting swimming in the river due to the strong current. There is no beach and in most places, the river bank is steep. John Tanner Park has a swimming beach.
The park map is not great and the information available online is insufficient, but I do recommend coming to explore the area and camp! I’ll be back now that I have an understanding of the layout.
ScoutGreat place well kept.
TravelerNo cell coverage, has fire pit, mostly tent and car campers. I went with a travel trailer.
ScoutGreat location, water views. Only negative is that the wifi is not strong, but Verizon signal is great.
ScoutI always enjoy staying overnight and enjoying a fire in the provided fire /cooking circle.
There is plenty of room for all my fishing tackle, coolers, and chairs in each spot. The area is very well kept and far out from large roads so it is always quiet enough to hear the birds. Almost every time I camp here i see a bald eagle flying over the river.
TravelerWe were the only trailer in loop D. It was quiet and very enjoyable! Being right on the lake and having the ducks swim up really thrilled our dogs. The bathrooms were very clean. I imagine that summer is a very different experience, but we enjoyed it!
GuideFirst time I came here, I was about 12 years old. I returned when I bought my first camper at 34 years old and wanted to test it out for the first time. 3rd time, I brought my wife to show this amazing place. Great camping spots with lots of trees and a creek running through. Many gorgeous hiking trails, several starting from the camping area. The visitor center has a real cool shop and the staff are always friendly and helpful. Will certainly return again.
Camping near Lanett, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
Camping around Lanett, Alabama, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Lanett, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 69 campgrounds and RV parks near Lanett, AL and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lanett, AL is R. Shaefer Heard Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 35 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Lanett, AL.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Lanett, AL that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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