Best Campgrounds near Lillian, AL

Looking for the best campgrounds near Lillian, AL? Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Lillian is surrounded by family-friendly activities. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Lillian camping trip.

Best Camping Sites Near Lillian, Alabama (157)

    1. Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

    98 Reviews
    Gulf Breeze, FL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 934-2622

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Best step above primitive camping while allowing for close to nature setting. Short walk to water, good coastal fishing, Ft Pickens historical site to visit, etc. Not long drive to town."

    "But other than that the showers / bathrooms are close by & clean, you can take a short walk to watch the sunrise & sunset .."

    2. Gulf State Park Campground

    102 Reviews
    Orange Beach, AL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 948-7275

    "Gulf Shores Alabama Gulf State Park Current camping spot on the canal. Ours is a nice pull thru with electric and water. Almost 500 sites here from tent to big rig friendly."

    "Gulf Shores Alabama Gulf State Park Current camping spot on the canal. Ours is a nice pull thru with electric and water. Almost 500 sites here from tent to big rig friendly."

    3. Big Lagoon State Park Campground

    46 Reviews
    Perdido Key, FL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 492-1595

    $20 / night

    "Bathhouses clean and close to most campsites. Plenty of walking trails. Love the Bird tower and kayak launch. Sandbar near launch to hangout when paddling."

    "Nice secluded campground with easy access to the beach and surrounding forms of entertainment. Awesome area to walk, hike, and ride bikes. Nice clean bathrooms/shower houses (3)."

    4. Gulf Shores-Pensacola West KOA

    20 Reviews
    Lillian, AL
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 961-1717

    "We loved walking to the waterfront. My son enjoyed the basketball court. My kids loved the pool. It was quiet at night."

    "Guy next to us threatened to beat his dog with a pipe at like 2am. A truck, big diesel started at 5 and ran for 30 minutes. People walking all hours of the night. Dogs barking continuously."

    5. Blue Angel Park

    11 Reviews
    Lillian, FL
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 390-6133

    $7 - $75 / night

    "There is a walking trail and a flat place to ride a bike. Hope to return soon."

    "We did some paddle-boarding and walked trails. There is so much more we want to do, like play volleyball, mini golf, go kayaking, and ride bikes. It was quiet at quiet time, no problems."

    6. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resort - Alabama Gulf Coast

    12 Reviews
    Elberta, AL
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 986-3566

    "It is located in Elberta Al. The sites are gravel and dirt but they are level and very spacious. Great for RVs and large rigs."

    "Enjoy taking the grandkids to Jellystone campground in Elberta, Alabama. "

    7. Military Park Pensacola Naval Air Station Oak Grove Park and Cottages

    11 Reviews
    Perdido Key, FL
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 452-2535

    $24 - $30 / night

    "I love to run and the path through the campground leads to the sea wall. The campground is walking distance to the lighthouse and a short drive to the museum on base."

    "We checked in at the little campground(CG) office at the entrance then backed in to site 25 with FHUs. We couldn’t find the cable connection so checked with the office."

    8. Perdido Key RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Perdido Key, FL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 492-7304

    "This RV park is tucked under the overpass and situated across from a golf course and next to a neighborhood."

    "The park is very dog friendly they provide poop bags for clean up it has a little beach next to the marina just a little bit of road noise from the bridge that crosses onto Perdido Key."

    9. Pensacola RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Gonzalez, FL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 944-1734

    "Close to a lot of food. Close to a lot of things to do.

    One of the things I like is that you have everything here. The staff is very friendly and very helpful."

    "Highly recommendable- a very clean, friendly and well run family RV park - close to major highways, restaurants, groceries and other amenities. Popular with pet owners."

    10. Sun Outdoors Orange Beach

    9 Reviews
    Orange Beach, AL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 978-2080

    "Some amenities were limited due to covid, but they had plenty of signs up, had contactless check in, spaces loungers our around the pool, and everyone was very respectful of your space."

    "Close to beach(not on the beach). Close to restaurants and shopping. Lake is well stocked with big bass. Adjoins bike trails of Gulf State Park."

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Recent Reviews near Lillian, AL

845 Reviews of 157 Lillian Campgrounds


  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Pensacola Beach RV Resort

    Perfection!

    I'd give it 10 stars if I could! The parking spots are pristine, the showers clean, the tiki bar on the sound beach was incredible, with lots of chairs & bean bags to laze around in... The pool is beautiful & super clean, with lights all around & a fountain!

  • m
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Pelican Palms RV Park

    Great site

    this is an RV park and is quiet and accommodating, the WiFi works well, had laundry facilities and mailbox to have your mail sent to , cannot complain

  • Bobbie S.
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Avalon Landing RV Park

    Absolutely Amazing Stay

    I have stayed many places and this is by far my favorite! We stopped over for one night on our way home from Texas. As soon as my husband backed the camper in, I asked if we could stay two nights. So glad we did! Breathtaking views and we were able to fish behind our camper. You're so close to all the "action" without hearing or having to be part of it. They have a boat ramp, rent fishing poles & kayaks, swimming pool, club house, bathrooms, laundry room and a wonderful covered deck/outside area. The office staff were absolutely wonderful. Hope to stay here again ❤️

  • Amy L.
    Jul. 23, 2025

    Mystic Springs Recreation Area

    Remote Primitive and Wild

    Pros: Covered tent sites (we tent camped) portapottys, free for up to a week, boat launch, spaced out sites (pretty private). Has picnic tables, fire pits, and grills. Cons: Sites flood, lots of gaters (if you have small pets this is sketchy), gets a little busy on the weekends with the boaters, it's reaallllly far from the next town but there's a gas station 15mins away. Get gas before you go back to camp. It's beautiful and clean. About 45mins to pcola

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 26, 2025

    Emerald Beach RV Park

    Great Place

    My wife and I and my two furry friends(dogs) give Emerald RV Park a Five Star rating. We thought we had lost our little Yorkie in the park somewhere or she even left the park. We set out on a frantic search for her. I am riding my bike, and my wife is on foot yelling out her name. I go into the park office and tell them what has happened, and a member of the park staff puts out an immediate bulletin by text message to all current registered guests to look for her. I could not believe the immediate help we had from other RVers that came out to help search for the dog. Making a long story short, we found the dog in maybe 20 minutes in good health. We are so thankful for the help of the residents of the park and especially the staff at Emerald RV Park. We may add that the park is well kept and very dog friendly. It has all the facilities (in working order) needed for a long stay. The staff are friendly and especially helpful in unusual circumstances as we experienced. Thank you to the staff at Emeral RV Park.

    From Lake Nebagamon WI

  • Wendee W.
    Jun. 25, 2025

    Gulf Shores-Pensacola West KOA

    Older but nice

    The sites are a combination of dirt and grass. Ours is level enough no problems there. WiFi is okay they publish that it doesn’t work for streaming but it worked fairly well for our TV. We would stay here again for the price in comparison to other RV parks close by.

  • madison M.
    Jun. 18, 2025

    Bay Breeze RV on the Bay

    Love it!

    Small, homey campground! Clean bath houses, lots of shady trees, and plenty of parking! The campground sits a max of 75 yards from the bay (depending on where your camper sits). 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!


Guide to Lillian

Camping near Lillian, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore the beach: Many campers enjoy the nearby beaches. At Gulf State Park Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "Campers get free parking at several beaches in the Park, which we utilized." This makes it easy to enjoy a day by the water.
  • Bike trails: If you love biking, check out the trails at Gulf State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "The trail system looks amazing and there were plenty of staged opportunities for both free and paid bike rentals."
  • Visit local attractions: Meaher State Park Campground is just a short drive from Battleship Park. One camper said, "Plan for a whole day there if you really want to see everything they have to offer."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Blakeley State Park Campground stated, "Bathrooms/showers clean. Electric/water at tent site."
  • Friendly staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at Island Retreat RV Park said, "The people are friendly, the camp is clean with all the amenities you need."
  • Spacious sites: Campers enjoy having enough room between sites. A review for Meaher State Park Campground highlighted, "Awesome state park! Plenty of room between spaces which are staggered."

What you should know:

  • Busy seasons: If you plan to visit during peak times, be prepared for crowds. One reviewer at Gulf Shores-Pensacola West KOA mentioned, "It can get pretty packed during the busy season."
  • Limited trash disposal: Campers have noted that trash disposal can be inconvenient. A visitor at Gulf State Park Campground pointed out, "There is a lack of places to throw trash and the dumpsters are all the way back at the front of the park."
  • Road noise: Some campgrounds are near busy roads, which can be noisy. A camper at Meaher State Park Campground mentioned, "The only downside I could find was I10 is close enough to be heard."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for kids: Look for campgrounds that offer fun activities for children. One reviewer at Gulf Shores-Pensacola West KOA said, "The front office even had ice cream parties and scavenger hunts for kiddos!"
  • Choose spacious sites: Make sure to pick a campground with enough room for kids to play. A camper at Island Retreat RV Park noted, "The parking pads were large and level, but there wasn't much space around the site."
  • Plan for beach days: Families can enjoy the nearby beaches. A visitor at Gulf State Park Campground mentioned, "The beach was pretty quiet in the morning."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure to verify the size of your site before booking. A reviewer at Emerald Beach RV Park said, "The sites are pretty tight."
  • Look for full hookups: Many RVers appreciate campgrounds with full hookups. A camper at Milton-Gulf Pines KOA noted, "FHU, and plenty of activities and amenities for our granddaughter."
  • Be ready for road noise: Some campgrounds are near highways, so be prepared for some noise. A visitor at Island Retreat RV Park mentioned, "The wifi is terrible. Have to use my cell service to access the internet."

Camping near Lillian, Alabama, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful surroundings!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Lillian, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Lillian, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 157 campgrounds and RV parks near Lillian, AL and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Lillian, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lillian, AL is Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore with a 4.6-star rating from 98 reviews.

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

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