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Best Campgrounds near Moody, AL

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Campgrounds near Moody, Alabama range from lakeside resorts to state parks, offering tent sites, RV pads, cabins, and glamping accommodations. Oak Mountain State Park Campground, 30 miles southwest of Moody, provides year-round camping with both RV and tent sites, while Lakeside Landing RV Park & Marina offers waterfront access on Logan Martin Lake. Several small private campgrounds like A Place to Land Campground and Covenant Woodlands provide more intimate settings with limited sites and specialized amenities. The region includes multiple options for developed campgrounds with electric and water hookups.

Road conditions and campground accessibility remain consistent throughout most of the year in this region of Alabama, with few seasonal closures affecting availability. Many campgrounds offer full hookups and accommodations for large RVs, particularly at established sites like Birmingham South RV Park and Oak Mountain State Park. "Very well maintained RV park. Store and gas station on site," noted one visitor about Lakeside Landing RV Park & Marina. Travelers should check individual campground policies regarding fires, as some locations like Covenant Woodlands prohibit open flames while others provide fire rings and sell firewood on-site. Most campgrounds in the area require reservations, especially during summer months when lakeside sites fill quickly.

Waterfront camping experiences dominate the region's highest-rated options, with several campgrounds offering direct lake access. Clear Creek Cove RV Resort and Safe Harbor RV Park both provide sites with views of their respective lakes, though they primarily serve long-term campers. According to one camper at Safe Harbor RV Park, "This was our second time staying here. The sites have full hookups. The lake is right in front of the RV." Public lands with primitive camping are limited in this area, with most camping options being privately operated, developed campgrounds. Campers seeking more rustic experiences might consider Big Canoe Creek Outfitters, which offers tent camping with access to fishing opportunities but fewer amenities than the region's RV-focused sites. Oak Mountain State Park provides the most diverse range of camping styles, accommodating everything from tents to RVs while offering hiking trails and other outdoor activities.

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Best Camping Sites Near Moody, Alabama (124)

    1. Oak Mountain State Park Campground

    96 Reviews
    Hoover, AL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 620-2520

    "It is located only about 20-40 min outside downtown. Oak Mountain has several of options of things to do away from just camping and hiking (which of course are also great to do here)."

    "Oak Mountain State Park is Alabama’s largest state park. Located just outside of Birmingham, it’s easy to escape to nature without being too far off the beaten path. This park is HUGE!"

    2. Lakeside Landing RV Park & Marina

    5 Reviews
    Cropwell, AL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 525-5701

    "Great location on the lake, close to everything. So close you don’t even need to leave the RV park to see the frequent fireworks or the huge pelican gatherings."

    3. A Place to Land Campground

    1 Review
    Moody, AL
    7 miles
    Website

    "The owners are lovely and this is close to the lake."

    4. Covenant Woodlands

    1 Review
    Moody, AL
    7 miles
    +1 (205) 639-7062

    $25 - $111 / night

    "Great movie selection, oldie classic records for the victrola, hammock, outdoor dining furniture , rockers on a covered porch plus several trails thru the lovely 10 acres of farmland gives plenty to do"

    5. Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

    90 Reviews
    Oxford, AL
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 488-5115

    "The kids love hiking around Alabama’s highest peak! There is a lake at the base of the mountain that stays busy in summer but it’s not terribly crowded."

    "Cheaha State Park is a absolute must visit if you're living in Alabama or visiting."

    6. Safe Harbor RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Cropwell, AL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 369-5829

    "The owner at check-in recommended The Ark restaurant to us, which is within walking distance. We ate there and it was delicious. We appreciated the recommendation."

    "Quiet park with some highway noise. Didn't use any amenities. Don't think there's much. Cable. We would return with kayaks and enjoy the lake."

    7. The Ridge Outdoor Resort

    3 Reviews
    Oneonta, AL
    15 miles
    Website

    $5 / night

    "There are dirt bike trails, a zip line, an air soft course, a pond, and stunning views of the valley below."

    8. Clear Creek Cove RV Resort

    3 Reviews
    Cropwell, AL
    15 miles
    Website

    $99 - $150 / night

    "The whole place is set up to have easy access to the water and it does this really well. There are multiple docks and plenty of spaces to tie up your boat."

    9. Big Canoe Creek Outfitters

    1 Review
    Ragland, AL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 587-4828

    $20 / night

    10. Birmingham South RV Park

    18 Reviews
    Pelham, AL
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 664-8832

    $35 - $65 / night

    "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."

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  • Martha H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2025

    GrandStand RV Park

    Great location

    Beautiful park! Easy in and out. Nicely decorated for the fall. Beautiful pool, bathrooms, and showers. Nice laundry room. Owners are very attentive. Would definitely stay again!

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Oak Mountain State Park Campground

    One of the best !

    Campground was great. Our site on the lake was beautiful and had ducks came right up to our site. Clean and staff were friendly.

  • R
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Chilton County Minooka Park

    Fine for big RV’s

    It’s more of an RV park than campground. There are spaces for tents, but they don’t have picnic tables. The trees are actually behind the sites. So, don’t think about a hammock. The bathrooms are clean, but there are no showers.

  • Peyton P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Hollins Hunting Camp

    Open and quiet

    Best for overlanding/camper/tents. No marked sites, just pull in and find a spot. I got in around 8 and there were only a couple people here, lots of space and easy to find a private spot. Hardly any bugs, no amenities

  • Stephanie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Misfit Mountain

    Cute off grid cabin

    We had a great experience here! It is such a cute cabin with everything you need including a luxurious outdoor shower and composting toilet. The trails on the property looked nice and well maintained but we unfortunately didn’t get a chance to try them. I would just recommend texting the host before showing up as it can be tricky to find and she has some additional info that’s useful.

  • Randi P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park Campground

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — Great mix of nature, history, and family fun

    We stayed at Tannehill Ironworks Campground for a long weekend and had a great experience. 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. It was a little hard to find a spot in the dark, but that was on us.

    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.

    We stayed in site 122 in Campground 1, right on the creek. The sites are all gravel with picnic tables (a little worn—we brought our own table setup). Ours was pretty spacious, and since it wasn’t full, we had empty sites in front of and behind us, which made it feel even more open.

    The creek is peaceful and adds great ambiance, but there’s no designated access area for wading or swimming. That said, lots of kids were playing in the water right near their sites.

    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. We didn’t use the dump stations, but they looked clean and easy to access.

    Check-out time is 1:00 PM, and we didn’t see an official check-in time or posted quiet hours. The campground was fairly calm and relaxed, especially at night.

    The best part of Tannehill is everything there is to do. We brought bikes and explored miles of trails, all clearly marked by difficulty level. The park is also full of historical buildings like an old mill, furnace, blacksmith shop, and restored cabins (some are available to rent). There’s a Sunday church service at 9AM, playgrounds, picnic pavilions, a general store, a miniature train ride, and even an ice cream shop.

    If you visit during one of their Trade Days weekends, you’re in for a treat—it’s like a huge flea market with over 400 vendors, food stands, and all kinds of local treasures.

    Tannehill is a unique blend of history, nature, and activities for all ages. We’ll definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a laid-back getaway with lots to explore!

  • Melinda S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2025

    Oak Mountain State Park Campground

    Oak Mtn State Park Equestrian & section B campground

    A great State Park. I stayed one night in the Equestrian campground. They are all pull thru with as remodeled bathhouse. It was extremely clean. Then moved over to Section B of the main camp ground. Remodeled spaces with adequate space for a newbie to back her travel trailer in with no problems. “ What an Ego booster!” Remodeled bathhouses as well and kept clean even on a busy July 4th weekend. Gets morning sun but shade in the afternoon.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2025

    Thousand Trails Hidden Cove

    Very nice, quiet campground

    Great campground & people! Only reason for 4 instead of 5 stars is the lack of things to do. No fenced in dog park but plenty of space to have one. Right on the lake but unaware of any kind of rentals available nearby— closest rentals are 40 mins away on the opposite side of the lake. Nearest Walmart is Cullman which is 45 mins away. Wouldn’t recommend staying here if you prefer to be closer to the city but perfect if you want to be in the middle of the woods and have no reason to leave. Very hot, humid and rainy time of year! Would be back in the fall perhaps.

Guide to Moody

Camping near Moody, Alabama, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. From beautiful parks to well-equipped RV sites, there’s something for everyone.

What to do

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Oak Mountain State Park Campground. One visitor said, “The park has so many different activities including hiking, BMX trails, swimming, and an archery range.”
  • Water Sports: If you enjoy water activities, check out Lakeside Landing RV Park & Marina. A reviewer mentioned, “Great fishing!!!”
  • Family Fun: Noccalula Falls Park & Campground has playgrounds and a pool, making it a great spot for families. One camper noted, “The park has a nice playground and a pool we were unable to try during the winter months.”

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate cleanliness. A visitor at GrandStand RV Park said, “Facilities looked well kept.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. At Greensport RV Park and Campground, one reviewer stated, “The staff were very helpful, lots of planned activities for the kids.”
  • Peaceful Environment: Campers enjoy the tranquility of the parks. A guest at Safe Harbor RV Park remarked, “Nice place. Quiet park with some highway noise.”

What you should know

  • Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have small sites. A camper at Rickwood Caverns State Park Campground mentioned, “These are the tiniest campsites I've ever seen in a State Park.”
  • Limited Amenities: Not all parks have extensive amenities. A visitor at Smith Lake Park noted, “The bathrooms were not the cleanest but also not the dirtiest.”
  • Seasonal Closures: Some campgrounds have specific seasons. For example, Turnipseed Campground is only open from March to December.

Tips for camping with families

  • Plan Activities: Make sure to plan family-friendly activities. One camper at Oak Mountain State Park Campground said, “There are things to do year-round.”
  • Check for Amenities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and pools. A family at Noccalula Falls Park & Campground enjoyed the playground and pool.
  • Pack Snacks: Bring plenty of snacks for the kids. A reviewer at Lakeside Landing RV Park & Marina mentioned, “People are friendly and pets are welcome,” making it a great spot for family gatherings.

Tips from RVers

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites. A visitor at GrandStand RV Park appreciated the “pad was level with full hookups.”
  • Check Hookups: Ensure the campground has the right hookups for your RV. A camper at Birmingham South RV Park noted, “The power stations are the worst.”
  • Be Aware of Noise: Some parks have noise from highways or railroads. A reviewer at Birmingham South RV Park mentioned, “It is outdated. The power stations are the worst.”

Camping around Moody, Alabama, has its perks and quirks. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Moody, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Moody, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 124 campgrounds and RV parks near Moody, AL and 18 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Moody, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Moody, AL is Oak Mountain State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 96 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 free dispersed camping spots near Moody, AL.

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