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Oak Mountain State Park Campground accepts pets at all site types, including their cabin accommodations. Located near Montevallo, the park offers camping options with full hookups for RVs, plus tent sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park Campground and Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park also maintain pet-friendly policies throughout their grounds with no breed restrictions reported. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to remain leashed at all times with typical length requirements of six feet. Campers note that Birmingham South RV Park, though convenient for overnight stays, charges additional pet fees and has limited dedicated pet relief areas. The bathrooms at most pet-friendly campgrounds are consistently clean and well-maintained according to multiple visitor reviews.
Hiking trails at Oak Mountain State Park welcome leashed dogs on all paths, providing excellent exercise opportunities for both pets and owners. Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park features a creek running through the campground where dogs can cool off during summer months. Visitors with pets should be aware of seasonal considerations, as summer temperatures in Alabama often exceed 90°F, requiring extra water and shade for animals. The proximity to I-65 makes several campgrounds, including Birmingham South RV Park, convenient overnight options for travelers with pets. Wildlife encounters are possible in the more rural campgrounds, so maintaining control of pets is essential. Hoover Met Complex RV Park provides a more urban camping experience with pets, suitable for those wanting quick access to veterinary services and pet supply stores in the Birmingham area.
"It's the largest state park in Alabama."
"lots of trails. Upgraded sites, new bathhouse, pet friendly, full hook up at some sites."
"Situated on a beautiful mountain side just minute from university of alabama. Camp beside a churning creek and listen to nature."
"The park is in a great part of Alabama and is located close to a lot of the best hiking in the state. Additionally, the park is set up on an old ironworks plant where many people lived and worked."
from $20 - $30 / night
Check Availability"They put us in a pull though site which was awesome for being easy to make quiet exit. Never I’m hooked the truck."
"Easy access to highway, very spacious and new bathrooms and showers. Very much enjoyed our stay."
from $35 - $65 / night
Check Availability"On the outskirts of a parking lot of a stadium!"
"Very convenient to get into Birmingham or surrounding areas for work. The area itself has plenty to offer for business and attractions. Definitely check out Brocks Gap Brewing too, just a short walk."
"Its main claim to fame is the off roading trails for bikes or side by sides. They can be heard all over the campground so if you like peace and quiet not the park for you."
"Paved asphalt roads, concrete sites and patios, private baths and showers, scenic walking trail around lake, strong wireless coverage..."
"Nice quite camping area. nice bath houses, walking trails and wonderful inground pool!"
"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."
"Right off the highway, Nice Trees, Flat Sites, Friendly Staff, Little overpriced"
"Very nice RV park next to the casino. Easy access off the Interstate. Concrete pads with full hookups, dog run, small bath house and playground for the kids"
"While they are paved sites, we found that you do have to level out still by around 3 inches. Clean restrooms and showers, plus laundry is reasonable at $1.50 per cycle."
ScoutThis immaculate campground/manufactured home seller is easy off I65 and easy back on. Has laundry, playground, dog park, showers, restrooms, tv lounge vending machines, wifi, AND FULLhookup. Enjoyed one night.
Would definitely stay again.
ScoutQuiet campground with 3 dog parks level lots. Numerous sewer as well as non sewer lots. Economy camping option in the economy storage area. Numbers posted for assistance as well as campground office in with the self storage office.
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.
LegendLiterally right off the interstate at Tuscaloosa. Much lower noise level than I expected. Definitely a parking lot, without trees. We are in site 9, pretty level gravel site, electric and water hookup only. 2 dump stations are available, 2 dog parks. 30 dollars a night. Mostly long term parking. No firepits or picnic tables. Check in by phone, no office.
LegendConveniently located right off of Interstate I-65 with lots of pull thrus for an overnight stay. We stayed for a few nights as we had friends in town and wanted to see some of the sites and eat at the great restaurants in town. The campground is about fifteen miles from downtown Birmingham. The park is on the older side but decent enough. Roads are paved and have some potholes to navigate. Campsites are gravel sites and some patios are paved (although very small) and others are grassy. Tiny dog park. There is a covered pavilion with picnic tables that has a sink and campers outdoor kitchen although it looks like it had not been used in a while. Heated swimming pool, game room, and playground. Our park features a newly renovated store and office, a fenced playground, a heated swimming pool, descent wifi. Overall, we like the convenience of this campground to the interstate. If you have time, check out Vulcan Park and the Sloss Furnace National Historic Landmark. Definitely go to the Alabama Peanut Company for the best and most tasty peanuts you’ve ever had.
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.
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.
ScoutOak mountain state park has been a favorite of mine since I was a child. There's so much to do; and its always growing. It's the largest state park in Alabama. Theres lakes, waterfalls, nature trails, basket ball court, volley ball, a petting zoo, horses back riding, water sports, dirt bikes trails, BMX course, archery, cabins, primitive camping and rv's , a beach, a wildlife rescue center and so much more. If you're in the area do yourself a favor and check it out.
Rangerlots of trails. Upgraded sites, new bathhouse, pet friendly, full hook up at some sites. It’s site A09 the site sloped downward, which caused the trailers sewer connection to be lower than the dump site. As far enough away from the interstate that you don’t hear the road noise you’re surrounded by woods and hills. Will stay here again.
Oak Mountain State Park Campground welcomes campers with recently renovated facilities across multiple camping areas. Located in Pelham, the park offers a range of terrain from forested hills to lakefront sites with elevation changes providing both shaded and open camping options. Several campgrounds near Montevallo are situated within historic sites showcasing Alabama's industrial past, with creek-side camping available at multiple locations.
Explore historical iron furnaces: Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park features preserved 19th-century industrial structures throughout the grounds. A visitor noted, "The park is full of historical buildings like an old mill, furnace, blacksmith shop, and restored cabins (some are available to rent)," while recommending to "bring bikes and explore miles of trails, all clearly marked by difficulty level."
Enjoy water recreation: Oak Mountain State Park Campground offers multiple lakes for different activities. "The park has everything, mtn bike, gravel bike, trail running, road running, road biking, golf, equestrian, sailing and fishing," according to one camper, while another mentioned "Our site on the lake was beautiful and had ducks came right up to our site."
Visit during special events: Experience the vibrant market atmosphere at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park Campground during their Trade Days weekends. A regular visitor described it as "a huge flea market with over 400 vendors, food stands, and all kinds of local treasures," mentioning they are "craft vendors at Tannehill Trade Days March-November."
Recently renovated facilities: Oak Mountain State Park has undergone significant improvements. "They put a massive amount of money into updating this place. This is the #1 best state park campground I have ever been at," shared one camper. Another noted specific upgrades: "Remodeled spaces with adequate space for a newbie to back her travel trailer in with no problems."
Creek-side campsites: Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park offers water-adjacent camping. One camper praised the "Nice quite camping area, nice bath houses, walking trails and wonderful inground pool!" The park maintains a "Creek goes through it" with "Big shady trees" according to another review.
Ease of late arrival: The registration process at Tannehill accommodates after-hours check-ins. A camper reported, "We arrived late on a Thursday night and appreciated that the ranger is on-site 24/7, since the campground doesn't take reservations. The process is easy—you just pull in, find a site, and register/pay the next morning."
Campground layouts and access: The camping areas have distinct features and access requirements. At Oak Mountain, a camper noted, "I stayed in the Equestrian campground. They are all pull thru with a remodeled bathhouse." For Tannehill, a visitor described, "There are three main campground areas. Campgrounds 1 and 2 offer full hook-ups, with many outer sites backing up to a scenic creek. Campground 3 has water and electric only."
Off-road recreation options: Chilton County Minooka Park provides dedicated areas for ATV and dirt bike enthusiasts. "Lots of trails to hit on the dirt bikes or ATVs. We go for day riding trips once a month or so," shared one visitor. Another added, "Dirt bikes and Atv's have lots of trails to ride! They have a dirt track for dirt bikes or even RC cars."
Mobile connectivity varies: Cell service and internet access differ across locations. At Oak Mountain State Park, "It has wifi throughout and almost everywhere in the park has cell reception." Meanwhile, at Tannehill, "T-Mobile service was decent—we were able to use our hotspot to stream TV at night. There's no public Wi-Fi, but we didn't miss it."
Kid-friendly water features: Multiple parks offer swimming opportunities for children. At Birmingham South RV Park, "They have a huge pool that looks like it could be nice," though maintenance may vary. Another reviewer at Brierfield mentioned a "wonderful inground pool" as a highlight for families.
Playground options: Several campgrounds have dedicated play areas with varying amenities. "My 8 year old son has been having a great time playing with other kids there. There is a decent size jungle gym at the playground," reported a visitor to Peach Queen Campground. At Tannehill, families can enjoy "playgrounds, picnic pavilions, a general store, a miniature train ride, and even an ice cream shop."
Educational opportunities: Historic sites provide learning experiences for children. A visitor to Oak Mountain mentioned "Very neat trail with rescued owls, turkeys and red hawks, and more." Another camper suggested, "Don't miss the TREE TOP NATURE TRAIL!" for nature education.
Leveling considerations: Many sites require some adjustment despite appearances. At Hoover Met Complex RV Park, "The pads are very uneven and there are just not many amenities," according to one RVer. Another visitor to Wind Creek noted, "While they are paved sites, we found that you do have to level out still by around 3 inches."
Hookup configurations: Pay attention to utility placement when setting up. At Cherokee Campground, "Our gravel pad was not wide enough to be a) level and b) slide/awning out at the same time. The electric hook-up was at the opposite end of the pad from the water and sewer hook-ups."
Pet-friendly amenities: Camping options for those traveling with pets vary in quality and features. Peach Queen Campground offers "a nice sized fenced in dog park," while Wind Creek RV Park has "a small dog run" but some visitors noted, "naughty dog owners leaving poo everywhere." Most pet-friendly camping near Montevallo requires pets to remain leashed.
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