Best Campgrounds near Natural Bridge, AL

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Best Camping Sites Near Natural Bridge, Alabama (83)

    1. Corinth Recreation Area

    26 Reviews
    Houston, AL
    16 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."

    "Really nice swim area on Smith Lake. Some of the cleanest and clearest water around. Plenty of biking and hiking opportunities."

    2. Clear Creek Recreation Area

    25 Reviews
    Arley, AL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 300-1463

    $32 - $75 / night

    "We took a trip over to see Little Natural Bridge as it is close by. That too was well worth a viewing. We will be back..next time with the fishing rods."

    "While many reviews say the lakeside sites are first come, first serve, under the new management they are all booked in advance online."

    3. controller works

    9 Reviews
    Natural Bridge, AL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 412-6773

    $45 / night

    "Togetherness Works is 5 mile south of I-22/US-78 along a very good Alabama 253.  Junior Beasley and his wife have owned it for many years. "

    "He then set out to build this RV park on 20 acres which he invited us to hike the trails there. "

    4. Twin Forks Campground

    6 Reviews
    Bear Creek, AL
    13 miles
    +1 (205) 486-4707

    $27 - $47 / night

    "This city campground has many beautiful lakeside campsites along Bear Creek.  Sites are first-come, first-served.  We camped here in mid-October and had no problems getting a site. "

    "It does require a BCDA permit which is $10 a person to make use of the lake and creeks for a three day permit.  The website says the daily rate is $6.  "

    5. Thompson Creek Trail Campsites

    10 Reviews
    Bankhead National Forest, AL
    18 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."

    6. AdventAge Retreat

    1 Review
    Natural Bridge, AL
    5 miles
    +1 (817) 344-9955

    $15 - $50 / night

    7. Bama Campground & RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Bankhead National Forest, AL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (844) 922-6746

    $45 - $79 / night

    "This is a great little campground tucked away on the edge of Bankhead National Forest. The location of the campground makes it an excellent location to enjoy the numerous waterfall hikes in the area."

    "Stayed here on an overnight while driving through the state. Great site tucked in the woods, very private area. Huge field with little light pollution to stargaze. Very friendly host. Would Recommend."

    8. Brushy Lake Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    Addison, AL
    24 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."

    9. Wolf Pen Hunters Camp

    5 Reviews
    Bankhead National Forest, AL
    16 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. Appalachian Foothills RV Park and Service

    1 Review
    Natural Bridge, AL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 430-2480

    $50 - $65 / night

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Recent Reviews near Natural Bridge, AL

342 Reviews of 83 Natural Bridge Campgrounds


  • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Red Bay RV Park

    Self service RV Park

    Mainly used by Class A RVs coming in for service at the many Lippert, Tiffin & other facilities. We use it as an overnight when it’s near our route, or when there is a govt shutdown and ACE campgrounds are closing

    Large spacious, level sites on gravel. FHU. Envelopes and drop box for payment. No service personnel-just a phone number.

    Just what we needed.

  • Jeff C.
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday

    Nice place to relax

    Very nice campground on Wheeler Lake.  The staff is very pleasant and will work with you to find a site to your liking.  Facilities were clean and the campground was very quiet.  I only gave it four stars because the sites were kind of rocky and hard on my golden retreiver's feet.

  • M
    Sep. 21, 2025

    R & R Vineyard

    Amazing Hosts

    Ruth’s arts are indeed fine, and the wine is even finer. We had an amazing time. Not exactly what you’d expect and not exactly an RV park, though there are electric and water hook ups but no sewer. The wine was your traditional southernly made wines with bit more complexity than I expected. We arrived late and she still offered a tasting and it even ran longer than I had expected which was nice. I highly recommend this place. We even bought a whole bunch of grapes so we could bring em’ home and make jelly. It was lovely. They were lovely. The arts and wine were of course, lovely.

  • 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.

  • elisha P.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    R & R Vineyard

    Wonderful host

    Small quaint winery and art house , wonderful host so sweet, pleasant conversation did wine tasting, was quite enjoyable, quiet camping Spot off the beat and path, nice hook up for water and electric, so private and quiet , great property for walking dogs, price was very reasonable and the wine was nice, bought a bottle😊

  • 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

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    4.5 stars

    The new section - sites 38-62- is amazing! Just perfect. Beautiful large sites with lake views and perfectly paved and landscaped. The rest of the campground needs the same treatment asap and is in rough shape. A very quiet place. The swinging bridge and trail is very cool! The river is fantastic. The only disappointment for us was the lack of swimming opportunities. The pool has long been out of service and swimming isn't allowed in the lake. The river probably has some swimming holes but was flooded and brown when we were there. The people working there are very kind.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 10, 2025

    Mississippi Art & wine gallery

    R&R Vineyard

    Rich and Ruth are excellent hosts. Rich makes the wine while Ruth is your main host. Quiet little spot with power and water hookups available. As an added bonus on the 2nd and 4h Saturday of every month Ruth makes a home cooked meal for her guests and they bring in local live entertainment.


Guide to Natural Bridge

Camping near Natural Bridge, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and biking: Explore the paved trails at Clear Creek Recreation Area. One visitor mentioned, "There’s a great paved trail for biking or walking," making it perfect for families and fitness enthusiasts alike.
  • Fishing and boating: Enjoy the water at Corinth Recreation Area. A reviewer noted, "Excellent place for an overnight rest on trip out West. Clean, spacious RV sites, and great views of the lake."
  • Primitive camping: For those who want to get away from it all, Thompson Creek Trail Campsites offers a more rugged experience. One camper shared, "If you're looking to really get away from it all and do some primitive camping, this is a great place to go."

What campers like:

  • Scenic views: Campers rave about the beautiful surroundings. A visitor at Brushy Lake Recreation Area said, "It was a beautiful campsite and it was a good little vacation."
  • Clean facilities: Many appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and campsites. A reviewer from Togetherness Works RV Park mentioned, "The bathhouse was amazing and we practically had the park to ourselves!"
  • Friendly staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the campground hosts. One guest at Hidden Cove RV Resort said, "The staff was very friendly. This is a spacious campground and easy to navigate even with a big rig."

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Houston Recreation Area, may have fewer facilities. A camper noted, "Campground is shut down. Run down. Hasn’t been up kept for some reason."
  • Reservations: Many campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A visitor at Twin Forks Campground mentioned, "This campground is a first come first serve and do not take reservations."
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for encounters with local wildlife. A reviewer at Wolf Pen Hunters Camp said, "The hiking in this area is incredible and makes you feel like you are in another world."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places like Corinth Recreation Area, where one reviewer said, "Great trails for kids and we took the canoes out for lots of fun!"
  • Pack games and activities: Bring along outdoor games to keep the kids entertained. A camper at Clear Creek Recreation Area mentioned, "There’s a great paved trail for biking or walking," which can be a fun family activity.
  • Plan for downtime: Make sure to schedule some relaxation time. A visitor at Brushy Lake Recreation Area said, "Very relaxing atmosphere. Hiking is good!!!"

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Some campgrounds, like Hidden Cove RV Resort, have spacious sites. One reviewer noted, "This is a spacious campground and easy to navigate even with a big rig."
  • Be aware of hookups: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups. A camper at Alabama Corinth Recreation Area mentioned, "Electric sites are advertised that they accommodate 2 tents however they do not."
  • Explore nearby attractions: Take advantage of local attractions. A visitor at Togetherness Works RV Park suggested checking out nearby sites like the Ave Maria Grotto and the US Space and Rocket Museum.

Camping near Natural Bridge, Alabama, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RV enthusiast seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Natural Bridge, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Natural Bridge, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 83 campgrounds and RV parks near Natural Bridge, AL and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Natural Bridge, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Natural Bridge, AL is Corinth Recreation Area with a 4.2-star rating from 26 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Natural Bridge, AL?

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

What parks are near Natural Bridge, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Natural Bridge, AL that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and National Forests in Alabama.