RV camping near Midfield, Alabama sits at the foothills of the Appalachians, with elevations ranging from 450 to 600 feet above sea level. The region experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and mild winters where freezing temperatures are rare. Most campgrounds in the area maintain year-round operations, though autumn brings higher occupancy rates during football season at nearby universities.
What to do
Outdoor recreation at Smith Lake: At Thousand Trails Hidden Cove, campers access Smith Lake for boating and fishing. "This RV park is right on a lake, but a bit away from anything else. If you have any sort of boat, kayak, paddle board, bring it! There is hiking about an hour away at the Bankhead National Forest," notes one visitor who recommends planning water activities during your stay.
Local entertainment options: RV parks near major roads provide convenient access to regional attractions. "This spot seems to be where the sheriffs like to come and chill," reports one camper at Wind Creek Atmore Casino RV Park, which offers gaming credits with stays. Another camper adds, "Costs $37 a night, and includes free game play at the casino. While they are paved sites, we found that you do have to level out still by around 3 inches."
Kids' activities: Several parks offer child-specific amenities. "Super easy to get in and out. Easy hooks ups and good WiFi available. Playground and rock climbing area a plus," mentions a camper at Hoover Met Complex RV Park, which maintains sports facilities adjacent to camping areas.
What campers like
Secure environments: Birmingham South RV Park earns praise for its controlled access. "This was a very secure campground with a lot of amenities. No concrete pads but nice small sites," notes one reviewer. The campground features gated entry points at certain hours.
Convenient locations: Multiple parks position themselves strategically for travelers passing through the region. "We used this campground as a stopover on our way to the beach. They put us in a pull though site which was awesome for being easy to make quiet exit. Never unhooked the truck. Campground is close to the grocery store for the last few items before heading south," shares a Birmingham South visitor.
Site spacing: Unlike typical parking-lot style RV parks, some locations offer more natural settings. "There's quite a bit of space between most of the sites (particularly the back in sites)," notes a visitor at Rolling Hills RV Park, adding "We had a pull through spot so we didn't have to disconnect our tow dolly. Gravel site was fairly level despite being in a hilly area."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Extreme weather affects visitor patterns. "Hurricane Ian sent a multitude of people fleeing from Florida that were now headed to the Hoover Met RV. I called and verified that we still had site reservation for one night. But now the RV park was completely full," explains one camper who witnessed emergency accommodations during a major storm.
Mixed amenity quality: Facilities vary significantly between parks in the region. "The pads are very uneven and there are just not many amenities. Very close to sports fields though," reports a camper at Hoover Met Complex RV Park, giving it 3 stars despite its convenient location.
