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Chilatchee Creek Campground provides spacious sites with water and electric hookups for campers traveling with pets. Dogs of all breeds are welcome at this US Army Corps of Engineers campground along the Alabama River, approximately 30 miles from Marion Junction. Reviews note the campground's large, well-spaced sites create a peaceful environment for pet owners seeking privacy while camping. Millers Ferry Campground also welcomes pets and features water access with a swimming area where well-behaved dogs can enjoy shoreline exploration. Both campgrounds offer picnic tables and fire rings at each site, with concrete pads that provide stable footing for pets and their owners. The partial dirt road leading to Chilatchee Creek shouldn't deter pet owners, as the quiet, secluded location offers excellent opportunities for wildlife watching with leashed dogs.
Trail access around these campgrounds provides ample walking opportunities for dogs, with multiple nature paths winding through wooded areas. Prairie Creek Campground, another pet-friendly option in the region, features courtesy docks at some waterfront sites where dogs can easily access the water. Campers should pack extra towels for muddy paws, especially after rain when the access roads can become slick. While camping with pets, visitors should be prepared for wildlife encounters including turtles and occasionally alligators in the water. The heavily wooded sites provide good shade during summer months, keeping pets comfortable during Alabama's hot weather. Most campsites require pets to remain leashed at all times, and owners should bring waste bags as dedicated pet waste stations are limited.
"Trails and nature for walking dogs. Nice playground. Laundry and bathroom needs updated, but clean.Fire~ring, picnic table, and water & electric at each sight. Not a good signal with T-Mobile."
"Very isolated with full amenities on the Alabama river system.. David and Lora Fitch."
from $24 - $28 / night
Check Availability"No dog park, but lots of nature walks and paved roads to walk on. Oh yes, Lots of mosquitoes & ants, bring bug spray for a more pleasant stay! Shopping in town about 15-20 minutes away."
"Great space between sites, pet friendly, nice bathrooms and showers, friendly and helpful host, clean site with concrete pad and picnic table and fire pit!"
from $26 / night
Check Availability"We stayed at site 23 for 3 nights. this site is located next to the boat ramp and parking lot so there was a lot of traffic."
"Sites along the lake tended to be closer together than I like, but with great views. Sites across the street tended to offer a little more space and, in some cases, more privacy."
from $24 - $34 / night
Check Availability"Great hiking trail for a quick half day visit and also plenty of room on the ponds dam for tent camping!"
from $35 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Good price and pet friendly!"
"Pet friendly. Very friendly staff. Fishing, hiking and lots to do in nature."
from $28 - $34 / night
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Check Availability"The lake was full of lily pads in bloom when we arrived mid-morning."
"Watching the sun come up on this lake was so calming. We camped in site 16 and had a good view and a little walk way to the water."
"We took a trip to Alabama a few summers ago to visit family, and decided to do some camping and hiking before we went home. The drive was beautiful."
"It is near my home so I had been there multiple times but never stayed. It is nice and quiet with many options for activities."
from $20 - $26 / night
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TravelerThe staff here is wonderful. They've helped us adjust to full time RV Life over that past 4 months. The residents here are very friendly as well.
They have a dog park at the front and a large field in the back door our dog to run and play. The pavilion is also great for getting out, even in rainy weather.
The pool is amazing. Plenty of chairs and umbrellas to rest and our kids love the slide.
RangerMy husband's job requires constant travel. We stayed here for five weeks for a job in Selma. I absolutely LOVED this campground! GiGi and Don work tirelessly six days a week. If there were 8 days in a week, they would work 7. Beautiful flowers, more trees than I have ever seen in a campground, fenced dog park, seasonal pool, bathrooms with a shower, large laundry room/sitting area at the front of the park, book/DVD swap, second laundry room being renovated at the back of the park, propane filled on site and safe walking within the park (hills). Some road noise but not obnoxious. Will absolutely stay here again if we are in the area.
LegendThird time at Millers Ferry! Water & electric hook ups . Good water pressure, dump station on property. Our site was paved and easily accommodated our 40 ft Rv/ fifth wheel & Dooley. Each site has a fire ring/with top grate to grill, picnic table, shepherd hook.Bathroom clean another one under construction. Nice playground. $1 for washer and dryer. Lots of sites are gravel as well, but level. Lots of people fish-parking for trucks & trailers at water ramp on property. No dog park, but lots of nature walks and paved roads to walk on. Oh yes, Lots of mosquitoes & ants, bring bug spray for a more pleasant stay! Shopping in town about 15-20 minutes away. Several good restaurants. There is a Piggly Wiggly, True Value Hardware, and Dollar stores. Approx 20-30 min to Walmart, next town over. Public lake for swimming, on site, with playground!
LegendThis review is based on a short-term versus destination campground (CG). When we made reservations, we were told to only take exit 179 off I-65 and follow the GPS directions, as any other way will take you on narrow roads, including gravel roads. We drove the 14 miles from the exit to the CG with no issues. We were greeted by Don on his golf cart, and his wife, Gigi, checked us in at the office. We received a great rundown of the local area, including restaurant suggestions that looked really good. Unfortunately, we were only overnighting here and did not have the chance to enjoy Prattville. We were led to pull through site A with FHUs. Getting to our site was a little narrow but very doable. The site was level and pleasantly spacious both at and between sites. The utilities are in the middle of the pad. We were able to position so we could get to both black tanks with a 10’ sewer hose. We got 2 bars on Verizon, and their WiFi was better than most CGs this size. Both Don and his wife came by at separate times to ensure we were settled in, to include asking if we needed propane. The CG is mainly full-timers that include a small community of retired military. They have dedicated sites for short-term stays. There were transient workers as we heard the familiar Cummings diesel start-ups in the wee hours of the morning. There is some road noise, but not bad. They have a nice dog park. As we travel through the area, we will place this CG on our return list.
TravelerWhen we arrived the grass was very tall. They did mow today. Just not my site as we were occupying it. It has full hook ups. Not very much shade. My site has none. The bathrooms are dirty. The pool is a nice size. It could use a vacuum. There is a decent size jungle gym at the playground. My 8 year old son has been having a great time playing with other kids there. There is a nice sized fenced in dog park. There is a swing to sit on. However, it’s all busted up and not usable. There is a nice sized pond. I haven’t been to it yet. There is supposed to be wifi. I don’t see the network when searching for it. We have our own hotspot. It runs on the t mobile network. Except, we don’t have a signal here. I haven’t met anyone who runs this place. Honestly if my son wasn’t having as much fun playing on the playground we would’ve left after the first night. We booked 3 nights as to break up our drive. I definitely wouldn’t stay here again.
GuideNice stay! Spacious sites with nice peaceful view! Good price and pet friendly!
TravelerNice campsites. Clean bathhouse. Pet friendly. Very friendly staff. Fishing, hiking and lots to do in nature.
LegendGreat space between sites, pet friendly, nice bathrooms and showers, friendly and helpful host, clean site with concrete pad and picnic table and fire pit! Water access nearby and fun swimming area and playground! Our family had Lots of fun & We will definitely be back!
TravelerWe stayed here over the 4th of July weekend so it was very busy, even with some rain showers.
We stayed at site 23 for 3 nights. this site is located next to the boat ramp and parking lot so there was a lot of traffic. It’s next to the water but 3-4 feet above the water line and blocked by bushes and low hanging trees. There are a couple widow makers above so use caution during storms.
We moved to site 18 which was level with the water and pretty wide open. This area of the campground was much better. The only negative was the amount of ants, which we kept out of the camper with comet.
There was a 3 foot gator around most of the weekend. Some gar and blue cats to catch along with a lot of small crappie.
The facilities were clean. I think there was only one dumpster that is too far to walk with trash. Ice is for sale when social distancing rules go away.
Camping options near Marion Junction range from secluded riverside sites to family-friendly parks with lake access. The region's mixed pine-hardwood forests create natural shade during Alabama's hot summers, with average July temperatures reaching 92°F. Many campgrounds in this area sit along the Alabama River system, offering water-based recreation opportunities.
Fishing access points: Millers Ferry Campground offers multiple fishing locations along the Alabama River. "Amazing place to be never a bad experience in 24 years great fishing great sites. 15 minutes from the next town and it's small perfect get away," notes charles K. The campground includes parking areas for trucks and boat trailers at the water ramp.
Swimming beach: The designated swimming area at Millers Ferry includes a playground nearby for children. "Great space between sites, pet friendly, nice bathrooms and showers, friendly and helpful host, clean site with concrete pad and picnic table and fire pit! Water access nearby and fun swimming area and playground!" writes L&A C.
Nature walks: Several trails wind through Payne Lake West Side providing bird watching opportunities. "Watching the sun come up on this lake was so calming. We camped in site 16 and had a good view and a little walk way to the water," reports Christopher P. The lake features abundant lily pads and marsh areas supporting diverse wildlife.
Spacious waterfront sites: Forkland Campground provides well-separated campsites with water views. "Stayed 2 nights on a beautiful site overlooking the lake. Wish we could have stayed longer," shares Jeff T. Many sites include small beach areas or access stairs leading directly to the water.
Peace and quiet: The secluded location of Elm Bluff Campground creates a tranquil camping environment. "A somewhat hidden off the beaten path campground. Approximately 10 sites along the Alabama river. Good catfish fishing. Water hookups. Clean outhouses (in the off season at least)," explains Kelly E.
Wildlife viewing: The wetland ecosystems support diverse wildlife watching opportunities. "We saw huge paddlefish jumping out of the water, many birds and deer on the nature trail. Bring fishing poles. Staff super friendly," mentions Jess S. at Payne Lake. Early mornings provide the best wildlife spotting times when birds and fish are most active.
Road conditions: Some access roads require careful navigation, especially after rain. "Don't let the partial dirt road fool you. What a find. Secluded, quiet, plenty of wildlife and great fishing. Can't wait to go back," notes Bud P. about COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground.
Bug preparation: Mosquitoes can be intense, particularly after rainfall. "Right on the water. Lots of fisherman here and each site has a fish cleaning station. Place to put your boat in right when you enter the campground. Lots of mosquitos when the sun goes down so bring your spray," advises Maggie C. about Forkland Campground.
Limited supplies: Most campgrounds are distant from major shopping. "Shopping in town about 15-20 minutes away. Several good restaurants. There is a Piggly Wiggly, True Value Hardware, and Dollar stores. Approx 20-30 min to Walmart, next town over," explains L&A C. about their Millers Ferry stay.
Kid-friendly swimming: Gunter Hill offers designated swimming areas with playground equipment. "Very nice stay in site 67. The campground was renovated sometime in the not too distant past with large concrete pads, as well as water and electrical hook ups," shares Ian D. The playground facilities are modern and well-maintained.
Dog friendly campgrounds near Marion Junction: Most sites accommodate pets with adequate space for walks. "Nice campground with well spaced sites. Wish it had more trails but it was nice," mentions Shellie K. about Millers Ferry. Leashed dogs can enjoy the shoreline areas and campground roads for exercise.
Playground access: Facilities for children vary between campgrounds. "Nice stay! Spacious sites with nice peaceful view! Good price and pet friendly!" reports Vera V. about Gunter Hill. The updated playground equipment provides safe recreation options adjacent to many camping loops.
Hookup availability: Electric and water connections are standard, but sewer hookups are limited. "This is one of my favorite places to spend a few days. It is by a beautiful lake and a friendly, well kept campground. It's also close to home so it is easy to run down and get out of town," shares Don K. about Millers Ferry Campground.
Site dimensions: Most campgrounds accommodate larger rigs on concrete pads. "Level gavel site! Lots of trees So cool to see lighting bugs at night! Lot of sites on the water not ours though. Trails and nature for walking dogs," notes L&A C. about Chilatchee Creek. Most sites feature 30-50 foot concrete pads that remain level regardless of weather conditions.
RV amenities: Dump stations are typically centralized rather than at individual sites. "Loved every minute! Great camground, with plenty of access to river. There is even a beach for swimming!" explains Jerry R. about the pet-friendly campground facilities at Millers Ferry.
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