Best Campgrounds near Moulton, AL

Several good camping spots can be found within driving distance of Moulton, Alabama. Joe Wheeler State Park sits along the Tennessee River and has good fishing for campers who bring their gear. The park includes hiking trails and places to have lunch outdoors. Point Mallard City Campground works well for families since it's close to a water park and has big enough sites for both tents and RVs. Campers looking for basic sites might prefer Wolf Pen Hunters Camp in Bankhead National Forest, which has primitive camping and hunting access. Weather around Moulton changes with the seasons - spring and fall have the best camping weather, while summer gets hot and sticky, so bring extra water. Winter usually stays mild but can have cold nights sometimes. You should make reservations during busy times since the campgrounds fill up, especially on weekends and holidays. Most places let you book online now. Some campsites have more space between neighbors than others. Trees cover many of the sites, giving good shade. Before you book, check the site size to make sure it fits your setup. Moulton's nearby camping areas range from family-friendly to quiet and basic, depending on what kind of trip you want.

Best Camping Sites Near Moulton, Alabama (98)

    1. Brushy Lake Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    Addison, AL
    13 miles
    Website

    "Campground Review:

    Located right outside of the core part of Sipsey wilderness (William Bankhead) this campground is a great place for people who want to be around other tent campers and want something"

    "Close to Sipsey Wilderness and several waterfalls. Clean and quiet. Short paved walking trail, fishing pier, restrooms/showers."

    2. Thompson Creek Trail Campsites

    10 Reviews
    Bankhead National Forest, AL
    15 miles
    Website

    "This is my favorite place in Alabama. Best hiking in Alabama, possibly the southeast."

    "Campground Review:

    Sipsey is one of the real jewels of Alabama for backpacking and you really feel like you are in another world while wandering though these woods."

    3. Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday

    12 Reviews
    Trinity, AL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 280-4390

    "This is a huge, beautiful campground with spots that back right up to the water's edge. There are plenty of amenities for the kids, and we had a blast."

    "We enjoy being close to conveniences, but far enough away to unplug and unwind."

    4. Boondock Dispersed Camping Alabama

    4 Reviews
    Bankhead National Forest, AL
    13 miles

    "Plenty of kindling around. Closest stores are in Moulton. Heard some foxes at night."

    "Great spot, close to stores and a lot of trails and such. Nice level clear spot, able to accommodate an overland or few tents setup. Close to the main road."

    5. Joe Wheeler State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Rogersville, AL
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 247-1184

    $17 - $256 / night

    "ONE OF THE BEST STATE PARKS IN ALABAMA GREAT TRAILS LARGE RV SITES GREAT STAFF AND GREAT EVENTS PLENTY OF WILDLIFE RUNNING AROUND"

    "This is a great spot located in Northern Alabama just east of Florence on the Tennessee River."

    6. Corinth Recreation Area

    26 Reviews
    Houston, AL
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 300-1513

    $18 - $50 / night

    "**Corinth Recreation Area– USFS **

    Corinth Recreation area is located near the town of Double Springs, Alabama."

    "Well designed campground in the hills of Northern Alabama. Sites are well spaced. Well maintained. The lake is pretty. Each site has fire pit and table."

    7. Point Mallard City Campground

    12 Reviews
    Decatur, AL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 341-4826

    "Walking distance to water park. Sites are very nice, although a little close to each other."

    "Very friendly staff, clean bath houses and next to a fun water park. Located in Decatur, AL, you are close to grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants and more!"

    8. Owl Creek Horse Camp

    2 Reviews
    Addison, AL
    11 miles
    Website

    "While staying in the area we stopped by and checked out this campground and associated trails. It is in a wonderful part of Bankhead and close to so many trail access points."

    9. Wolf Pen Hunters Camp

    5 Reviews
    Bankhead National Forest, AL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 489-5111

    "if you can get there quick enough there are some pretty good spots to camp and it's free not to mention right down the road from some of the best hiking trails I have ever seen open year round"

    10. Sipsey Wilderness Backcountry Site (Trail 207 Site B)

    1 Review
    Bankhead National Forest, AL
    13 miles
    Website

    "This particular campsite is located at the intersect of several streams and is a beautiful spot with a large area to set up tents."

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Recent Reviews near Moulton, AL

402 Reviews of 98 Moulton Campgrounds


  • Rae W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Boondock Dispersed Camping Alabama

    Simple & Peaceful

    Nice little spot out in the forest. Spotted the gravel road and went down a little to the first opening. Pretty decent sized clearing. You can hear cars on the road, but it didn’t bother us. Pretty warm, humid, and buggy this time of year, but cooled off through the night.

    The stars were incredible after the moon went down a bit. Lots of bird sounds especially in the morning. A previous camper had left behind some kindling, which was cool. Ended up having a little cell reception with T Mobile.

  • Bobbie S.
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Jay Landings Marina & RV Park

    Beautiful Sunsets

    Absolutely beautiful place to stay with all the needed amenities plus extra! I felt very safe here every day while my husband was at work. They have a shower house, laundry room, several common areas to sit, docs, boat ramp, salt water pool & basketball hoop. But for the noise, this would be a five star place to stay. There is a scrap metal recycling plant beside the campground, a train not too far away (whistle blows at night 😫) and across the river is a nuclear power plant and a refinery. The grounds are very well kept with lovey landscaping, paved roads and level sites with crushed rock and grass. Jessica at the front desk was pleasant and easy to work with. I would absolutely stay here again.

  • Michael C.
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Joe Wheeler State Park Campground

    beautiful RV/Tent sites

    Stayed in A25 RV/Tent spot and had a beautiful view of the lake. Great little hiking trails near by. We ended up in this spot because the dispersed camping area had tornado destruction from years ago. So it was a bit pricey for just tent camping ($46)

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Northgate RV Travel Park

    Nice place to JUST stay in your RV

    Nice level gravel pull through sites. Full hook ups. Great water pressure. WiFi signal was very good ! Arrived on a Sunday afternoon and only one other RV was here. As explained in the description no bathhouse, pool or anything so just basic RVing. The only “complaints” were no fire pits for fires and is a little noisy from the highway traffic. Otherwise great pull thru full hookup RV park for the price.

  • S
    Jul. 10, 2025

    Mulberry Creek Camp

    Peaceful Tranquility

    I stayed 2 weeks in June and came back on the first of July. I felt blessed to be able to stay, until July 7th. I love Mulberry Creek Camp! Misty and Jason provide the cleanest, neatest and friendliest campground site, that I have ever stayed at! I plan to come back in September! It is so peaceful and tranquil. Turning down Mulberry Creek Camp road makes my endorphins rise and the relaxation begins immediately. Have I even mentioned, the spectacular Fireworks Display, Mulberry Creek Camp provided? It was so awesome that not just their 2 Campgrounds were entertained, but also the surrounding small towns. Thank you Misty and Jason, for providing entertainment for all, your hard work does not go unnoticed! See you in September!

  • 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.

  • Nick E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 23, 2025

    Hidden Cove Thousand Trails

    Clean, Quiet, and Spacious

    Great little campground with awesome access to the lake. Great for Starlink and good AT&T reception.

  • Greg S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 21, 2025

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    4.9 stars

    Pretty spectacular all around. Sites are spaced well, wooded, and many have direct access to the trails. The trails! So many! We saw 4 waterfalls, including one inside a cave. A mountain bikers or hikers paradise here. It is in a beautiful area with nice homes and mountain views. The camp store is great and the two gates with code are a nice touch. There are cool little wooden play obstacles for the kids in the campground and a huge playground 1/2 mile away inside the park. The Japanese garden is very cool also. Wonderful overlooks to take in the surrounding area. Just a short drive down the mountain to great shops and restaurants. Just what a state park should be. Loved our site along the trail and ridge.

  • Dave  K.
    May. 10, 2025

    Palomino RV Resort

    Palomino

    Nice concrete pads, park is ran very well by the city...clean and organized campground


Guide to Moulton

Camping near Moulton, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Fishing and Water Activities: Many campers enjoy fishing at Joe Wheeler State Park. One reviewer said, “Great anytime of year. Fishing, golf, restaurant and many other activities.”
  • Hiking and Nature Trails: The Thompson Creek Trail Campsites are perfect for hiking. A visitor mentioned, “The entire Sipsey Wilderness is gorgeous... if you're looking to really get away from it all and do some primitive camping, this is a great place to go.”
  • Family Fun: At Point Mallard City Campground, families can enjoy playgrounds and walking trails. One camper noted, “Family friendly with 2 playgrounds. Dog friendly. Walking and biking trails.”

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at places like Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday. A reviewer said, “The place all together is clean and well maintained.”
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Brushy Lake Recreation Area. One camper shared, “Sites are pretty spacious... considering the price and availability for $5 a day I would definitely recommend.”
  • Friendly Staff: Campgrounds like T's Outback RV Park have friendly owners. A visitor mentioned, “The owner was extremely friendly... Site is very clean and landscape is well maintained.”

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Wolf Pen Hunters Camp, are more rustic. A camper noted, “This was basically a forest road with dispersed camping... no utilities or restrooms but that's to be expected with a free site.”
  • Cell Service: Not all areas have good cell service. One reviewer at Brushy Lake Recreation Area mentioned, “No Verizon service there but if you drive up the road past the visitor center, you can get a few bars.”
  • Seasonal Changes: Some campgrounds may have seasonal closures or changes. A visitor at Joe Wheeler State Park said, “They have reopened after a tornado caused extensive damage.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Pack Bug Spray: If you're camping near water, like at Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake, be sure to bring bug repellent. One camper advised, “Definitely pack lots of bug repellent if you stay on the water.”
  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with amenities for kids, such as Point Mallard City Campground. A visitor said, “Great place to camp... sites are very nice, although a little close to each other.”
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep everyone entertained. A camper at Joe Wheeler State Park mentioned, “Campground recently updated... many other activities.”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: RVers should check site sizes before booking. One reviewer at Joe Wheeler State Park noted, “The newer section is very big rig orientated.”
  • Look for Full Hookups: Many RVers prefer campgrounds with full hookups. A visitor at Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday mentioned, “They have a tie-down for animals, fire pit (with grill), all the hook ups for the rv/campers.”
  • Be Prepared for Muddy Conditions: Some sites can get muddy after rain. A camper at T's Outback RV Park said, “It did look clean... but it had been raining.”

Camping around Moulton, Alabama, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Moulton, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Moulton, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 98 campgrounds and RV parks near Moulton, AL and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Moulton, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Moulton, AL is Brushy Lake Recreation Area with a 4.5-star rating from 15 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Moulton, AL.

What parks are near Moulton, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Moulton, AL that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and National Forests in Alabama.