Top Tent Camping near Mentone, AL

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Best Tent Sites Near Mentone, AL (23)

    Camper-submitted photo from Little River Adventure Company
    Camper-submitted photo from Little River Adventure Company
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    Camper-submitted photo from Little River Adventure Company

    1. Little River Adventure Company

    9 Reviews
    27 Photos
    147 Saves

    The Little River Adventure Company features adventure rentals and 40 acres of dispersed tent camping in a natural unimproved property surrounded by Straight Creek and Yellow Creek. Conveniently located near the entrance to the Little River Canyon National Preserve. One mile from Little River Falls, and one mile to the WMA roads trailhead. Close to DeSoto Falls, Yellow Creek Falls, Cherokee Rock Village, Hippie Hole, and many other local attractions. We welcome dogs, cyclists, riders, kayakers, climbers, musicians, and all nature lovers.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Dispersed

    $20 - $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites
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    Camper-submitted photo from Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites

    2. Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites

    8 Reviews
    40 Photos
    96 Saves

    30 Walk-In Campsites

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins

    $25 / night

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    3. Sawmill Lake Campsite

    6 Reviews
    15 Photos
    127 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Hole Dispersed- Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Hole Dispersed- Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Hole Dispersed- Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA
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    Camper-submitted photo from Hurricane Creek Campground
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    5. Hurricane Creek Campground

    1 Review
    28 Photos
    5 Saves

    Come primitive camp on our homestead!

    We’re located on Lookout Mountain in Fort Payne, AL just 2 Miles (3 minute drive) from Desoto State Park!

    We own 20.76 acres. Half of our property is pasture and where our homestead is located. We have a small hobby farm with 2 mini Jersey cows, a donkey, a bunch of goats, 2 babydoll sheep, and mini pig named Cupcake. Our campers are welcome to love on and feed our farm animals and learn a little bit about what it’s like on a homestead. The other half of our property is all woods, mostly large oak trees. This is where our campsites are located. We have 2 creeks running through the woods, the bigger of the two is Hurricane Creek. We also have wild blackberries and a variety of mushrooms in the summer, great for foraging. We also have a tire swing and a small zip line for kids near the campsites.

    Interested in our area? There is so much to offer. Want to go for a swim, a hike, go fishing, and look at a beautiful waterfall? Little River Canyon Falls Park is less than 9 miles away (14 minute drive) and is our favorite place to swim in the summer! If you’re interested in horseback riding and even more hiking trails, Shady Grove Horse Ranch in Mentone is 8 miles away (16 minute drive).

    Come camp with us and enjoy what our area has to offer!

    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp

    6. Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp

    1 Review
    4 Photos
    24 Saves

    The Original Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp! Established in 1960, Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp has been family owned for almost 60 years and we aren't changing that anytime soon.

    Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp offers you a chance to experience the great outdoors in our Primitive Camping area. There are a number of sights with a direct view of Yellow Creek Falls and several are located directly on Weiss Lake.

    There is no better way to rest than to relax to the sound of a waterfall. All of our campsites allow you to hear the flowing water from our 85 foot tall falls.

    We are so much more than just a "Fish Camp". We offer the following for your enjoyment:

    Full Service General Store Camping Extensive Tackle, Bait, and Fishing Supplies Kayak, Canoe, and Paddleboat Rentals Fine Selection of Musical Instruments and Related Gear Hot Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Free Boat Ramp and Launch So much more

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Market

    $10 - $20 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Creek Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Back Achers Farm
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    8. Back Achers Farm

    1 Review
    11 Photos
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Creek
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    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Creek

    9. Hidden Creek

    1 Review
    4 Photos
    58 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Whippoorwill Woods Nature Retreat
    Camper-submitted photo from Whippoorwill Woods Nature Retreat
    Camper-submitted photo from Whippoorwill Woods Nature Retreat
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    10. Whippoorwill Woods Nature Retreat

    1 Review
    20 Photos
    23 Saves

    Two years ago our multi-generational family decided to go on an adventure. We had talked about moving to the woods for years, but finally decided to turn our dreams into reality. After hiking through what felt like every property for sale over 100 acres in North Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, we finally found the perfect spot.

    Why do we call our property Whippoorwill Woods? Did you know that whippoorwills don’t nest in trees? They lay their eggs on the ground in the forest. They’re birds that love camping! As soon as we heard the whippoorwills start singing this spring, we knew it was the perfect name.

    We’re so excited to share our property with campers who love nature as much as we do. We specifically set up the campsites to give as much privacy as possible. We hope you’ll come visit and soak up the bird songs, the wind in the trees, and the beautiful sunsets over the mountains. We have 20 acres of savannah grassland full of native plants and wildflowers and over 80 untouched acres full of awesome rock formations and creeks with waterfalls available for you to hike. There's a stocked fish pond for catch and release fishing and a gorgeous view overlooking the Cumberland Plateau and the Sherwood Valley.

    Experienced and beginner campers are welcome! We live on one side of the property, so we’re available to assist (setting up tents for the first few times is no joke!) or we’re happy to give you as much space and solitude as you need. We have three campsites available in the native savannah grassland, and one that is a "hike-in and choose your favorite spot in the woods" site. We have a porta-potty available, but if you're hiking in, you'll want to bring some WAG bags with you. If you have any questions, or if there’s anything we can do to help, don’t hesitate to ask!

    We look forward to your visit!

    The Jansohn and Combs Families

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $30 / night

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Recent Tent Reviews In Mentone

717 Reviews of 23 Mentone Campgrounds


  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Salacoa Creek Park
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Salacoa Creek Park

    Nice little campground, tent spots could be better

    I slept really well last night here, and the camp host and guests were just great. Heated bathhouse with warm shower was definitely a highlight on a chilly morning!

    Only downside in my mind was that I booked a tent site, only to find that the tent sites are down the hill from all the other sites, so if you book them you will have to haul your stuff down to the lake. It did sound like the night-time fishing would be awesome though!

  • Mike D.
    Camper-submitted photo from 1776 RV And Campground
    Oct. 14, 2024

    1776 RV And Campground

    A hidden gem hosted by a true patriot!

    Bob has a wonderfully serene campground for both RV’s and tent camping. I invite everybody looking for a quiet place on Mentone to visit 1776 RV.

  • Jason B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from 1776 RV And Campground
    Sep. 26, 2024

    1776 RV And Campground

    Awesome Campground!

    I love this campground. It's located right off the main highway, and has pull-through spots with full hookups. But the best part is the screaming fast internet! We work from home and the internet was so fast, people were amazed when I told them I was at a campground. We didn't even try to use our 5G system. The rates are great, too!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little River Adventure Company
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Little River Adventure Company

    Great tent camping site

    I tent camped on a drive-in deluxe site in September with my dog. The host, Giorgio, was pleasant and helpful. He had firewood for sale on the property at a reasonable price.

    As another reviewer noted, the bathhouse is at the very front of the property away from the campsites, but the toilet and shower were clean and perfectly adequate.

    My site was flat, spacious, and easy to unload and set up on. The rest of the sites also looked very spacious and fairly flat. The campground's location is very convenient to Little River Falls.

    My one quibble would be that, although the site definitely feels secluded, there was a little bit of road noise at night from the main road. It wasn't nearly enough to keep me awake, but YMMV if you're sensitive to it. The host mentioned that the sites at the back, where I was, were closer to the road and would be louder than the sites in the front of the property.

    I would recommend this campsite to any drive up tent campers looking for a convenient, serene campground in this part of Alabama. I will be a repeat patron here.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Lake Guntersville Town Creek

    Clean and convenient

    Somewhat crowded, but it was a holiday weekend. Very clean bathrooms and campground. Employees were extremely friendly, inviting, and knowledgeable!

  • Sarah H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Hole Dispersed- Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA
    Aug. 24, 2024

    Blue Hole Dispersed- Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA

    Blue Hole is neat

    Land pass required. No alcohol is permitted. This is a wildlife management area. The camp sites are first come, first serve. They are free. Only 2 sites with tables. If you like dispersed camping you'll probably enjoy it. If you prefer a campground, this is not for you.

  • Sarah H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Cove Resort
    Aug. 24, 2024

    Mountain Cove Resort

    Full sun all day

    This campground is side by side hook ups. Not a tree one in the site area. Beautiful view of the mountain. We did not stay the night.

  • Sarah H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pocket Campground — Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Pocket Campground — Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest

    Our favorite local campground

    The Pocket is our favorite place to camp. You're under a good canopy, so lots of shade. The creek is great for kids to play in. There's no need to bring water, just a container. There's a natural spring that flows out of the ground in the day area. We drink this water every day. We are local to The Pocket, so we fill jugs for home here as well. It is very cold water. No matter the temperature, you'll cool off in the spring. No showers but they do have a bathroom house. No water or power hookups. Site 10 is right next to the creek and gets the most sun. Site 7 is close to the day area, and people tend to intrude on your privacy in this site. Other than that, the campground is awesome! Our favorite sites are 6 and 23.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Sauty Creek Resort
    Aug. 1, 2024

    South Sauty Creek Resort

    Rude employees

    Very rude employees at booking. Fair warning, if you don’t have a brand new RV, don’t bother calling. They only want the new and fancy ones there. Shame as it’s a great location.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Honeycomb Campground
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Honeycomb Campground

    Difficult site

    Deep ditches around my site made it very, very difficult to park my van - terrified that one of my wheels would fall off the edge. Don’t think I will be back.

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Calhoun A-OK Campground
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Calhoun A-OK Campground

    Terrible breed restrictions

    I didn’t get the chance to have an experience because they would not even rent to me because I have mixed breed rescue dogs.

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
    Jun. 13, 2024

    Lake Guntersville Town Creek

    Beautiful State Park, something for everyone!

    Visited Lake Guntersville State Park, for the day. After taking our granddaughter to Screaming Eagle Zip-line Adventures, located at the gorgeous Lodge, we visited the Campground…and it’s amazing! At the office, we were helped by Rocky, who was friendly and knowledgeable! We received CG info and a map, as well as rates. We are already planning our next trip to visit! The general store was stocked with necessities, as well as souvenirs. Of course we had to get some ice cream! There are several types of sites, monthly, cabins and tent camping. There are boat slips (local rentals) and a Pavilion on the water, basketball and tennis courts, playground, shady dog park, splash pad, and clean bathhouses. Firewood and ice can be purchased at the store. There are also many trails to hike and bike . It is easy to see that this SP is well maintained! The SP Lodge is worth visiting, which has a nice restaurant. LGSP has a golf course, and the quaint town is close by and has shopping and several restaurants.

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Marshall County Park
    Jun. 13, 2024

    Marshall County Park

    Beautiful County Park, near Lake Guntersville SP, on TN River

    Marshall County Park, is easy to find/see right on 431. Nothing fancy, but well maintained property, and plenty of room for parking and boating.

  • Robyn W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Creek Campground
    Jun. 1, 2024

    Hidden Creek Campground

    Very Decent Primitive Spot

    Overall we enjoyed this stay! GPS wants to take you to where the road dead ends but the actual turn off is before the end of the road on the right where the big wood sign is. The first road is pretty nice but then the road forks. We went right which goes up, passed an open gate followed the road LOTS OF DEEP POTHOLES. The road then opens up to a four way, we kept going straight, followed the road down and then came to three sites all empty. It was quiet and we were alone so overall we enjoyed other than the deep potholes. Our truck is pretty high and 4x4 so wasn’t too bad for us but a low car may not fair as well. We were there on a Friday

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Tranquility Campground
    May. 28, 2024

    Tranquility Campground

    Beautiful, quiet, & shady

    This place did not disappoint. Wife and I were wanting to stay at Desoto State Park but it was full. The husband and wife duo that owns this took us in and treated us like royalty. They looked after us and even stayed up all night to help everyone watch the weather during a tornado watch. RV spots were very shady from all the trees and super quiet. Beautiful piece of property. Bath houses kept hot water too!

  • Greg S.
    Camper-submitted photo from DeSoto State Park
    May. 20, 2024

    DeSoto State Park

    4.9 stars

    What a beautiful place. Stayed the weekend and hit almost all of the trails, saw 4 waterfalls and so many amazing rock formations. There are three trailheads that leave directly from the campground, which is a well-kept and clean place with well spaced sites. The upper loop is on a hill, but the sites are spaced out slightly more than the lower loop. The lower loop was more level and a bit newer. The best sites are in the 60s on the outer part of the lower loop. Just a wonderful place to spend a weekend.

  • h
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Creek Campground
    May. 4, 2024

    Hidden Creek Campground

    Pretty Decent Place to Stay

    A little farther off the highway than I wanted to go, but definitely a solid free campsite. There are a few substantial pot holes, so wouldn’t recommend for someone driving a super low vehicle. Also GPS isn’t perfect. It will take u to someone’s private property next door. Look for the big wooden sign that indicates that it is for public use.

  • Tim P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites
    Apr. 23, 2024

    Cloudland Canyon State Park - Walk-in Sites

    Many hiking and viewpoints

    Great place to camp near the cloudland canyon. The campsite 8 that we camped on was far from parking and restroom, so you might wanna choose the sites near to parking. Be prepared to carry things for quite a walk. Bring something to carry water to your site from water filling station near the restrooms. But, the campsites are well spaced so you will have the privacy you need. There are lots of beautiful hiking places nearby.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Little River Adventure Company
    Apr. 23, 2024

    Little River Adventure Company

    Rip off

    Pulled in and nothing was labeled. Campsites were not labeled or assigned and road to them was poorly kept. “Bathhouse” advertised was a freezing shed with a horse trough as a shower that was a quarter mile from all of the sites. Not worth the money.

  • Twan M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cherokee Rock Village
    Apr. 15, 2024

    Cherokee Rock Village

    Sandrock Sanctuary

    I’ve camped at Cherokee Rock Village (affectionately known as Sandrock to the locals) since 2011, starting back when it was still largely undeveloped and free…totally worth paying for these days - they’ve made it such a great place: showers, bathrooms, dumpsters, plenty of walk-in and car camping sites. Best climbing in the southeast, bouldering and sport, and a lot of RC car rock crawling, etc. Sandrock is a must go-to spot in Alabama. The views are awesome, climbing is awesome & camping is awesome. Charcoal grills at most sites, fire rings, firewood available at the front gate/office, etc. Good Verizon coverage, too. Plenty of gas stations and grocery stores within 20min, too.

  • G
    Camper-submitted photo from Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    Convenient to Chattanooga

    We enjoyed spending several days exploring Chattanooga. The camp staffers are friendly and helpful. The facilities are clean and the park is well kept. The sites are tight. You're right on top of each other. Fine for a couple of days.



Guide to Mentone

Camping near Mentone, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The park is beautiful with a nice modern campground. The sites are very nice. The bathroom and showers are very new and well-maintained."
  • Waterfalls: Check out the stunning waterfalls in the area. A camper at DeSoto State Park Campground noted, "We hit almost all of the trails, saw 4 waterfalls and so many amazing rock formations."
  • Fishing and Swimming: Enjoy fishing or swimming at Lake Guntersville State Park Campground. One reviewer shared, "There are also so many great places to swim when it gets hot including DeSoto Falls and the stream that runs through the park."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A visitor at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground said, "The facilities are clean and the park is well kept."
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers rave about the helpful staff. One camper at Little River RV Park and Campground mentioned, "The owner came around and she was very sweet."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the spaciousness of the sites. A review for Cherokee Rock Village highlighted, "Each site has a picnic table and fire pit. Very well maintained."

What you should know:

  • Crowded Campgrounds: Some campgrounds can get crowded, especially on weekends. A camper at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground noted, "The sites are very close together here and you can expect it to usually be booked up."
  • No Alcohol Policies: Be aware that some campgrounds, like Cherokee Rock Village, do not allow alcohol. A reviewer mentioned, "NO alcohol allowed."
  • Check-in Confusion: At Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground, the check-in process can be confusing. One camper advised, "You are supposed to stop at the visitor center to check in."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. A visitor at Lookout Mountain-Chattanooga West KOA said, "The campground has a large pool, playground and giant in-ground bounce balloon for the kids."
  • Spacious Sites for Games: Choose campgrounds with enough space for games. A camper at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground mentioned, "The tent site we stayed in was fairly level, with a nice shade and plentiful grass."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy meal options. A camper at Lake Guntersville State Park Campground noted, "We mostly cooked out, but a lunch visit to the Wildflower in Mentone is worth it."

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites. A reviewer at Marion County Park said, "Level gravel and grass with table and fire ring."
  • Full Hookups: Choose campgrounds that offer full hookups for convenience. A camper at Little River RV Park and Campground mentioned, "This RV Park has all the standard features, full hook ups in every site."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many RVers prefer quieter spots. A visitor at James H 'Sloppy' Floyd State Park Campground noted, "Very quiet campground that is well maintained with large sites."

Camping near Mentone, Alabama, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With beautiful parks and friendly communities, it’s a great spot to unwind and enjoy nature.

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