Best Tent Camping near Phenix City, AL

Tent camping options around Phenix City, Alabama include a variety of established sites with varying amenities. Kings Pond at Fort Benning offers a peaceful tent camping experience that feels remote despite being on a military installation. Other options include Pine and Oak Campsite in Alabama and Pecan Orchard Estate Campground across the Georgia state line, providing different settings for primitive tent setups.

Most tent campgrounds in the Phenix City region have basic amenities, with facilities varying widely between locations. Kings Pond allows fires and provides picnic tables and toilets, while maintaining a primitive camping feel with no water hookups or electric services. Pine and Oak Campsite offers toilet facilities and allows pets and campfires, with firewood available on site. JAM Mission provides more rustic tent sites with 25 walk-in spots, appropriate for campers seeking a more primitive experience. Campers should plan to bring sufficient water, as drinking water is limited at most locations.

The tent camping experience near Phenix City offers opportunities for quiet retreats and nature observation. At Kings Pond, campers can enjoy a secluded atmosphere despite proximity to Fort Benning. The Pecan Orchard Estate Campground provides a different experience with its natural setting among pecan trees. One camper noted that although Kings Pond is on a military post "and you can still hear training some nights, you feel as if you're a million miles away." Another review highlighted the natural surroundings at Pecan Orchard Estate, describing it as "a beautiful quiet spot for camping" with abundant wildlife and "tons of singing birds." These tent-specific locations offer alternatives to the more developed RV-oriented campgrounds in the region.

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Tent Camping Reviews near Phenix City, AL

384 Reviews of 7 Phenix City Campgrounds


  • Kyle S.
    Aug. 14, 2020

    Military Park Fort Benning Uchee Creek Army Campground and Marina

    Tent site

    Super well maintained tent sites. The tent footprint is elevated by railroad ties, preventing flooding and it made it very convenient to put my boots on in the morning. Established trash/food hang poles as well as picnic tables next to the fire ring with fold over grill capabilities.

  • Adam V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 1, 2021

    Chewacla State Park Campground

    Great little state park just outside Auburn.

    Traveling back east, we found Chewacla State Park campground on The Dyrt. Due to heavy rain, did not make it as far as we wanted, so this was a last minute same day reservation, which we made online.

    Total fees were $42 for a full hookup site. We got site 34 which is an 80' long back in spot. Super easy to back in, even in super dark conditions with heavy cloud cover and no street lights of any kind.

    Water pressure is awesome and they have both 30 & 50 amp electric. Sewage is nicely placed in a low spot so you won't need a hose lifter (a rarity in our experience).

    Out spot is across from the bath house, but also the dump station. No smells, but I would imagine mornings might be a bit congested and noisy as other campers are leaving and dumping.

    Also directly across from the site is a large picnic shelter. Sites are decently spaced apart, though site 35 is a pull through, and though unoccupied on our nights stay, might make it feel a bit more cramped.

    Our site had a fire ring and picnic table. And even though it's close to the highway, no noticeable traffic noise. Only thing we could hear were some kids playing across the campground.

    It's about 5 minutes off the interstate and very easy access (just watch out for the staggered speed bumps at the campground entrance...it's narrow, too.

    No wi-fi in the park. But Verizon 4G was 3 out of 5 bars on my Samsung S20+. 

    Overall a great spot and easy to reserver online for those looking for a calm and peaceful overnight. Looking forward to getting a run on the trails in the morning!

  • Dave V.
    Nov. 1, 2019

    Providence Canyon State Park Campground

    Fascinating History and Formations

    Providence Canyon State Park, Lumpkin, GA

    https://gastateparks.org/ProvidenceCanyon 

    Providence Canyon State Park is tucked away in the southwest corner of Georgia...but offers a surprising beauty as a result of erosion. As you enter the State Park, it is fairly linear running alongside the roadway. Day use appears to be the high volume. 

    Two children’s playgrounds, two picnic pavilions and two restrooms are positioned along the upper rim as you head to the visitor center. The visitor center offers location specific clothing, souvenirs and some snack items...along with additional restrooms. 

    Opposite the first playground, on the right side of the roadway when you enter the park is a Methodist church from 1832 and a small pioneer cemetery that offers a realistic view of the hardships faced by these adventurous folks. 

    The actual“Georgia Grand Canyon” is barely visible as you make your way to the visitors center. But once you’ve paid the daily use fee($5) and signed in...you can choose the trails you desire to explore. An upper rim trail, fenced by split rail, travels the canyon rim... is easiest and offers a splendid Birdseye view and wonderful photo opportunities.. 

    Hiking down into the shallow canyon affords a worthwhile close-up view and nicer photographs (in my opinion) especially with the backdrop of azure skies. Because the canyon and formations are merely sand and clay, they are fragile. As I briefly climb upon my soapbox, the plethora of posted warning signs are not heeded, so violators climb and scramble for their coveted selfies...defacing the natural beauty and causing more damage. While warning signs make threat of prosecution, without consistent or constant enforcement it will continue. 

    Once on the canyon floor, you have a few options...but for the best views hang a left and follow the small wooden Canyon 1-5 signs. All the reviews state canyons 4 and 5 are the nicest...and they are...but if you explore the canyons in numerical sequence, each gets better as you go. With fully leafed trees and foliage, viewing is tough in canyons 1-3. Signage is absent as to where the trails end, as past hikers tread further and higher in each canyon. Canyons 4 and 5 offer more prohibitive signage. 

    The canyon floor is a mixture of wet and dry sand. In areas a steady stream of water flows. It was dry weather on my visit so I can only assume the water would be deeper during or immediately following rains. During my late October visit, water wasn’t deep enough to enter your hiking shoes. Heed the heat and drinking water warnings during hot days, Little to no breeze in the canyon. 

    I did not travel the longer backcountry trail on this visit, so defer to other reviewers comments on its enjoyment.

     Camping: You have two choices...a handful of Backcountry Primitive Camping that require a backpack into the canyon and 3 Pioneer Group Campsites. It’s easy to miss Pioneer Campsites 1& 2, as they are located beyond the gated park and down a two track gravel drive. Unfortunately, from the campsite, the roadway can be seen through the trees and traffic noise is loud when traveling by. During normal sleep hours (midweek) night traffic was sparse, but still disruptive. Because of road construction during my visit, it wasn’t excessive during daylight hours. 

    Pioneer 1-3 are essentially group sites designed to accommodate larger camping parties. But for one tent and two people $43.00 was an exorbitant price, especially with merely a pit toilet, two picnic tables and a fire ring...NO electric, NO water. But I’ve found Georgia parks a tad steep in cost in comparison to other State’s parks. 

    Interestingly, time zones shift from Eastern at the visitors center to Central Time at Pioneer Campsites 1& 2...so be cognizant of the switch. Pioneer 1 group site boasts a newer pit latrine with a solar spot light for nighttime...and was amply stocked. Previous campers removed the two large picnic tables from beneath the shed style shelter to the campfire ring area. The picnic tables are large and heavy, so without a group present, you won’t be moving them back to their rightful location. 

    For a tent camping location...there is negligible flat ground to pitch a tent, but if you are a hammock camper there are plenty of trees. The grounds at Pioneer 1 where strewn with plastic and pop tops, cigarette butts, partially melted plastic ware and snack food wrappers littered the wooded area. Not cool. A lidded plastic garbage can is tethered to the shelter so there is no excuse.

     Pioneer site 2 had a grassy field, flatter area for tents and further down into the canyon past Pioneer site 1. 

    Pioneer site 3 is appears to be the coveted group site with ample flat, grassy field for tents, area for parking and a huge shelter. The long winding gravel two-track is also located immediately to the left upon entering the main entrance so you have the“security” of the park’s front gate being locked at 6:00 p.m.(A pavement sensor permits egress if you need to exit, but you won’t be driving back in til morning when they reopen.) 

    Overall, if you shared the site as a group, defraying the cost...midweek camping would not be bad. After visiting the canyon for a couple hours, there is not much else to visit in the immediate area, so bring a book. 

    Wildlife: you’ll likely hear some owls calling out throughout the night and woodpeckers in early morning. Small yellow finch’s were abundant. Mention of wild hogs in the park as well. 

    Final thoughts: A one time camping visit is sufficient for my tastes. Even at half the price, I’m not sure I’d camp here solo. However, I will likely visit the canyon in the future to see possible changes due to further erosion.

  • D
    Dec. 31, 2019

    COE Walter F George Lake White Oak Creek Campground

    Beautiful campground with great sites

    Stayed December 2019 for a long weekend. The sites are all very nice with fire ring, lantern pole, picnic table, small counter height table, and concrete pad for your camper or tents. Ample additional parking available. Bathrooms were well maintained. We stayed in the Oakwood loop. River Chase loop has the best playground. Staff were very friendly. Several dump stations as well as a dog park. Would like some more hiking trails.

  • James A.
    May. 19, 2021

    Rood Creek Park Camping

    Good tent camping

    Free. Found a good spot with a view of the water. Watched the alligators and birds on the water. Was able to easily launch a canoe as there is a boat ramp. Vault toilets were available. Picnic table, fire ring, and grill at each campsite.

  • J
    May. 4, 2019

    Amity Campground

    Pretty and peaceful

    Our site was nothing like pictured on the website, so we were unable to set up like we wanted to. The fire ring and picnic table were not near one another so the table was useless to us (it is a cement table permanently mounted and could not be moved). Overall, it's a very nice campground. Going to ride around today to scope out other sites.

  • L
    Apr. 11, 2021

    Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground

    Great State park and camping

    We were on site 213 and 214. Beautiful wooded site lots of space between sites in this loop. Very short walk to lake. Loop 1 sites are lake front and lake view but more close together than we like. Sites pretty level and gravel. Concrete picnic table, fire ring and light pole with lots of room fir our dogs. Bathroom facilities were very clean, with showers and laundry. Placed well around the campground. Playground but not opened at this time. Lots of hiking trails, pool, can rent canoes and paddle boats on the lake. Dog friendly. Close to Calloway Gardens and little town of Pine Mountain.

  • Brock D.
    Jul. 20, 2020

    Providence Canyon State Park Campground

    Primitive campsite was great

    We did the primitive site for an overnight hike in. We loved it! Definitely need your map to get through the lower canyon area. When they say follow the creek, they mean walk In it until you find the path. Don’t venture out at night, came across some angry hogs!

  • Bryan D.
    Jul. 4, 2018

    Holiday Campground

    Great place to camp

    We had a great time at this COE campground. The sites in our area were all on the water with easy access. Our site had a picnic table, grill and fire ring. The sites are large with plenty of space between neighboring sites. We had 30 & 50 amp electric hookups and water. There are no sewer hookups at the sites but they do have dump stations.


Guide to Phenix City

Tent campsites near Phenix City, Alabama offer primitive camping experiences within a 20-mile radius of the Alabama-Georgia border. The area sits at approximately 300-400 feet above sea level with a humid subtropical climate that creates hot, muggy summers and mild winters. Fall and spring camping provide the most comfortable temperatures, with overnight lows typically remaining above 50°F from April through October.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Kings Pond at Fort Benning provides access to stocked fishing ponds where campers can catch bass and bream. According to reviewer Nikki W., "Although it's on post, and you can still hear training some nights, You feel as if you're a million miles away."

Wildlife observation: The natural settings around Phenix City support diverse wildlife viewing. At Pecan Orchard Estate-Campground, camper Farah J. notes the "15 acre Pecan Orchard Estate! Boarding hunting lands. Lots of wild life & TONs of singing birds."

Hiking trails: Several tent camping areas connect to walking paths and nature trails. JAM Mission offers 25 walk-in sites that provide access to wooded trails for day hiking, while Pine and Oak Campsite has short walking paths around the property.

What campers like

Natural surroundings: Pine and Oak Campsite offers a single tent site surrounded by native Alabama woodland. The site includes firewood availability and toilet facilities while maintaining a rustic atmosphere.

Privacy: Many tent campers appreciate the secluded nature of sites in the Phenix City region. Primitive camping options like Riverbend County Park provide separation from other campers.

Quiet atmosphere: Despite proximity to urban areas, several campgrounds maintain peaceful environments. At Kings Pond/ Fort Benning, campers can experience what one reviewer described as feeling "a million miles away" even while occasionally hearing training exercises.

What you should know

Limited facilities: Most tent-specific sites around Phenix City have minimal amenities. Only a few locations like JAM Mission provide firewood, while most require campers to bring their own supplies.

Water access: Drinking water is scarce at most primitive tent sites. Pecan Orchard Estate-Campground is one of the few that offers drinking water access, so campers should plan to bring sufficient water for their stay at other locations.

Reservation requirements: Some sites require advance booking. Pine and Oak Campsite is reservable but limited to a single tent site, while JAM Mission has 25 walk-in spots that can be reserved.

Seasonal considerations: Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity from June through September. Spring and fall offer more moderate camping conditions with fewer insects.

Tips for camping with families

Safety precautions: When camping with children, select sites with defined boundaries. Piney Hills Campground offers picnic tables and drive-in access, making it easier to maintain a secure area for young campers.

Bathroom facilities: For families with small children, prioritize campgrounds with toilet facilities. Kings Pond provides toilets, while JAM Mission and several other primitive sites do not offer restroom access.

Wildlife education opportunities: The natural settings provide learning experiences for children. Pecan Orchard Estate-Campground offers exposure to birds and local wildlife in a controlled environment with 15 acres of pecan trees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Phenix City, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Phenix City, AL is Kings Pond/ Fort Benning with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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