Best Camping near Huntsville, AL

The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Huntsville. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Huntsville is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Huntsville and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near Huntsville, AL (102)

    Camper-submitted photo from Monte Sano State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Monte Sano State Park
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    1. Monte Sano State Park

    76 Reviews
    422 Photos
    367 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $14 - $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek

    2. Lake Guntersville Town Creek

    42 Reviews
    99 Photos
    216 Saves

    Lake Guntersville State Park offers Town Creek Primitive Campground which provides primitive campsites (boondock camping allowed 7 night maximum) on the water, bathhouses, boat rentals, ethanol-free gas (accessible by water), and the Town Creek Fishing Center.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Honeycomb Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honeycomb Campground
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    3. Honeycomb Campground

    19 Reviews
    30 Photos
    165 Saves

    Honeycomb Campground, the popular campground and day use area owned by the Tennessee Valley Authority on Lake Guntersville, AL, re-opened in 2009. There are currently 141 short-term and long-term stay sites available. Most of these sites have electricity and water. There is a dump station on site and a pumping service is available for campers who do not want to move their RV. The campground offers a newly built general store and laundry room. Our recently renovated bath houses are walk-in units offering complete privacy.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      4. Point Mallard City Campground

      12 Reviews
      37 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      Camper-submitted photo from Cathedral Caverns State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Cathedral Caverns State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Cathedral Caverns State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Cathedral Caverns State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Cathedral Caverns State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Cathedral Caverns State Park

      5. Cathedral Caverns State Park

      16 Reviews
      50 Photos
      142 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $14 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground

      6. Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground

      5 Reviews
      40 Photos
      11 Saves

      For Active and Retired Military only.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      Camper-submitted photo from Joe Wheeler State Park - CAMPGROUND TEMP CLOSED
      Camper-submitted photo from Joe Wheeler State Park - CAMPGROUND TEMP CLOSED
      Camper-submitted photo from Joe Wheeler State Park - CAMPGROUND TEMP CLOSED
      Camper-submitted photo from Joe Wheeler State Park - CAMPGROUND TEMP CLOSED
      Camper-submitted photo from Joe Wheeler State Park - CAMPGROUND TEMP CLOSED
      Camper-submitted photo from Joe Wheeler State Park - CAMPGROUND TEMP CLOSED

      7. Joe Wheeler State Park - CAMPGROUND TEMP CLOSED

      18 Reviews
      39 Photos
      80 Saves

      Our Park is open, but the Campground is closed for renovations. We hope to reopen the Winter of 2022! The day use area is open, but we are still recovering from Tornado Damage from 2019. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve this area as funding becomes available. In addition to the resort lodge, Joe Wheeler features lakeside cottages and cabins. Joe Wheeler State Park's campground features a total of 116 campsites. 110 of those sites have full hookup with water, electricity, and sewer. There are three bathhouses located in each section. Most sites can accommodate any size camping unit. Tents are also welcome. Picnic tables, pedestal, or fire grills are located at each site.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      Camper-submitted photo from Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday
      Camper-submitted photo from Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday
      Camper-submitted photo from Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday
      Camper-submitted photo from Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday
      Camper-submitted photo from Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday
      Camper-submitted photo from Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday

      8. Decatur / Wheeler Lake KOA Holiday

      7 Reviews
      11 Photos
      11 Saves

      The inviting waters of Wheeler Lake surround this KOA, perched on a peninsula and dotted with native trees. The campground makes the most of its enviable setting, with sites overlooking the water, right along the waterfront and tucked among the shade trees. Thanks to the campground's own boat ramp, it's easy to get out on the lake for a carefree day of fishing, water-skiing or exploring the TVA chain of lakes. A sandy beach welcomes swimmers, and there's plenty of space for strolling and bird-watching. Rent a kayak, a canoe or a bike (child/adult sizes) to explore the lakeshore or campground.

      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • RVs
      • Tents
      • Cabins
      • Market
      Camper-submitted photo from Northgate RV Travel Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Northgate RV Travel Park
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      9. Northgate RV Travel Park

      4 Reviews
      6 Photos
      12 Saves

      All pull-thru / Full hook-up sites 30 & 50 amp service at every site 4 inch self closing sewer connections Frost free water hydrants with great pressure Free WiFi No mean people Friendly faces in a farm setting

      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • RVs
      • Tents

      $30 - $35 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from TGL Adventures
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      10. TGL Adventures

      2 Reviews
      22 Photos
      31 Saves

      We are a small family owned property located in the beautiful flint river in Brownsboro Alabama. We are just 15 minutes from downtown Huntsville. We have three decks with beautiful teepees on them as well as five designated primitive spots. We have canoes available, as well as shuttle service.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents

      $25 - $250 / night

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    Recent Reviews In Huntsville

    417 Reviews of 102 Huntsville Campgrounds


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      Camper-submitted photo from Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake
      Sep. 16, 2024

      Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake

      What a dump.

      This campground is nothing like the pictures or reviews. A complete dump top to bottom. Lots of problems from staff to grounds. And Staff is rude and do nothing but smoke and stand around.

    • EThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
      Sep. 7, 2024

      Lake Guntersville Town Creek

      Clean and convenient

      Somewhat crowded, but it was a holiday weekend. Very clean bathrooms and campground. Employees were extremely friendly, inviting, and knowledgeable!

    • EThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from South Sauty Creek Resort
      Aug. 1, 2024

      South Sauty Creek Resort

      Rude employees

      Very rude employees at booking. Fair warning, if you don’t have a brand new RV, don’t bother calling. They only want the new and fancy ones there. Shame as it’s a great location.

    • Elizabeth H.
      Camper-submitted photo from Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake
      Jul. 27, 2024

      Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake

      Great family campground!

      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. Definitely pack lots of bug repellent if you stay on the water.

    • Jamie Y.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Monte Sano State Park
      Jul. 23, 2024

      Monte Sano State Park

      Great Primitive Sites

      Really enjoyed the primitive camping site. The bathhouse was clean and there are lots of trails to hike. Very close proximity to Huntsville, making it easy to resupply or just go out and enjoy the city. 🌲🌳🏞️ #PrimitiveCamping #HikingAdventures #CloseToHuntsville

    • DThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Honeycomb Campground
      Jul. 15, 2024

      Honeycomb Campground

      Difficult site

      Deep ditches around my site made it very, very difficult to park my van - terrified that one of my wheels would fall off the edge. Don’t think I will be back.

    • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
      Jun. 13, 2024

      Lake Guntersville Town Creek

      Beautiful State Park, something for everyone!

      Visited Lake Guntersville State Park, for the day. After taking our granddaughter to Screaming Eagle Zip-line Adventures, located at the gorgeous Lodge, we visited the Campground…and it’s amazing! At the office, we were helped by Rocky, who was friendly and knowledgeable! We received CG info and a map, as well as rates. We are already planning our next trip to visit! The general store was stocked with necessities, as well as souvenirs. Of course we had to get some ice cream! There are several types of sites, monthly, cabins and tent camping. There are boat slips (local rentals) and a Pavilion on the water, basketball and tennis courts, playground, shady dog park, splash pad, and clean bathhouses. Firewood and ice can be purchased at the store. There are also many trails to hike and bike . It is easy to see that this SP is well maintained! The SP Lodge is worth visiting, which has a nice restaurant. LGSP has a golf course, and the quaint town is close by and has shopping and several restaurants.

    • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Marshall County Park
      Jun. 13, 2024

      Marshall County Park

      Beautiful County Park, near Lake Guntersville SP, on TN River

      Marshall County Park, is easy to find/see right on 431. Nothing fancy, but well maintained property, and plenty of room for parking and boating.

    • Nichole K.
      Camper-submitted photo from Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake
      Jun. 5, 2024

      Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake

      Lovely, family friendly, beautiful views all around

      I only have great things to say. We truly enjoyed our stay, we were right on the water. Its quiet & there's plenty of room between sites so your not sitting on top of your neighbor's. There's horse back riding, paddle boards, jet skis, electric bicycles to rent & Kayaks. We can not wait to stay again. The ladies up front were super helpful & definitely keep the morale up with their bubbly personalities.

    • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Monte Sano State Park
      Jun. 1, 2024

      Monte Sano State Park

      Beautiful, North Alabama State Park

      Scenic Mountain View! Arrived and greeted by staff at the State Park guard gate, then checked into campground at separate office. Map and instructions given. Nice gravel back-in-site, water and 50amp hook ups. Picnic table and fire-ring at each site. Lots of trees. Sites spaced but not private, not at 33. Lots of traffic , since it is at the entrance and lots of kids riding bikes behind our site as well as tents directly in front of us. Will venture out and explore after the rain, and update as I get info. We Have Starlink, still with very poor reception((under 50) and little to no connectivity with T-Mobile. Would not reserve here for 2 weeks again at this site, for lack of privacy and for partial hook ups.

    • MThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Monte Sano State Park
      Apr. 3, 2024

      Monte Sano State Park

      Recently renovated camper sites

      Definitely remember to look at the Park's website for the best way into the park. Our RV specific GPS was waaaay off! All the camper pads have recently been redone, so it's pretty easy to find a flat site. We enjoyed the Japanese tea garden, and look forward to coming back for more hiking and site seeing. 1 washer/dryer per bath house-- not new but got the job done. ATT and Verizon signals weren't super strong but good enough to stream some TV and check email, but we used a high gain antenna.

    • L
      Camper-submitted photo from Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake
      Mar. 17, 2024

      Beyonder Getaway at Wheeler Lake

      Peaceful getaway

      This campground is perfect for a weekend getaway. Being right by water and soaking in the tranquility of this campground is the recharge anyone needs heading back to the real world. We enjoy being close to conveniences, but far enough away to unplug and unwind.

    • C
      Camper-submitted photo from Palomino RV Resort
      Mar. 7, 2024

      Palomino RV Resort

      Cute place

      We stop for an overnight stay. The park was very clean and the employees were super nice. There was a swimming pond, a fishing pond, basketball & tennis court, fire pit, picnic tables. They had some really neat buddy camp sites.

    • Cathy A.
      Camper-submitted photo from Point Mallard City Campground
      Mar. 3, 2024

      Point Mallard City Campground

      Only a small area is for short term , no wifi

      No wifi per office with no known date of repair. Relatively quiet, lots of vehicle traffic and golf carts. Office staff is very helpful and friendly. Majority of park is longterm. Dog friendly, no dog park at location. Close to shopping but far enough away for quiet.

    • Will G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Honeycomb Campground
      Nov. 21, 2023

      Honeycomb Campground

      Plenty good enough for a long weekend

      We visited Honeycomb a few days before Thanksgiving and had a good time.

      PROs: • Beautiful views from lakefront sites • not crowded, very quiet in mid-November • hard packed gravel pad was level left-to-right, no leveling blocks under tires needed • easy driving distance to lots of local activities/attractions

      CONs: • only one working bathroom/shower house…could be an issue when the campground is crowded considering their are no sewage hookups on site • sites are pretty close together, not much room for outdoor family activities • WIFI (extra charge) was very inconsistent

    • CThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Guntersville  Town Creek
      Nov. 5, 2023

      Lake Guntersville Town Creek

      Great Campground on Beautiful Lake

      We stayed three nights in primitive camping and it was fantastic. Our site was right on the water and far away from any other campers. The RV camping is not as secluded. Bath houses were very clean and tons of fun things for kids to do around the park.

    • @HomegrownRV 😎.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park
      Nov. 3, 2023

      Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park

      Beautiful State Park

      The main campground is very nice. There are a lot of shaded, private spots, but some of the sites are a little close together. Some of them aren’t very level, so just keep that in mind!

      The bathrooms are very clean, bright and heated in the winter. One of the bath houses has separate showers that are completely private.

      There are many traditional hiking trails throughout the park, but there’s also paved paths circling around the campground as well.

      The gift shop and visitors center was large and had a lot of useful things for sale, as well as kids toys and books. Our daughter really enjoyed it. The playgrounds are also very well maintained.

      Follow us on Tiktok or Instagram @HomegrownRV for more detailed reviews and RV living!

    • Beth LeVar L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park
      Oct. 31, 2023

      Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park

      Tims Ford Main Campground

      We stayed the final weekend open for the season and it was a fantastic stay. There are paved paths for miles right there off the campsites. There are other trails as well not paved with but more tugged/traditional trails with bridges and cottonmouths lol be careful. The sites are close enough to the water for bank fishing. The bathrooms were great too. Clean when we arrived and convenient to our site #44, we were right across from them. These were a private bathroom shower situation in each door. The other shower house had men and women bathrooms and private showers separately. We visited the gift shop and information center, the people working there are helpful and friendly. I definitely recommend. We stayed just in time before the temps dropped from 80 degrees one day the day we left dropped to 45 during the day.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Honeycomb Campground
      Oct. 29, 2023

      Honeycomb Campground

      Run by tyrants!

      First, I’ve stayed here many times tent camping with more than one tent on one site with no issues. We took a camper this time and met up with some family who would be staying in a tent. We set up site and hung up a hammock, and within minutes, an employee came and rudely told us our set up wasn’t allowed. We had to take down our hammock (never had that happen anywhere else before), and forced us to pay an extra $75 to rent the neighboring site for our family to set up their tent for the weekend. When they came back around, they said, “You didn’t have to move your tent, you just had to rent the extra site.” It made zero sense, especially when we had noted at reservation that we’d have more than one vehicle, a tent, a camper, and 4 adults + 3 kids. Next came check out. We waited for 3 hours for our turn to use the dump site, we were all packed up and ready to go at 9:30am. To be such a large park, more than one dump site is needed. There’s also a ton of traffic going in and out, so it wasn’t super quiet or anything. We won’t be back, it’s overrated, over priced, and run by rude people.



    Guide to Huntsville

    Camping near Huntsville, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

    What to do

    • Hiking and Nature Trails: Many campgrounds, like Monte Sano State Park Campground, have extensive hiking trails. One visitor mentioned, “The bathhouse was clean and there are lots of trails to hike.”
    • Fishing and Water Activities: At Lake Guntersville State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating. A camper shared, “We stayed three nights in primitive camping and it was fantastic. Our site was right on the water.”
    • Family Fun: Point Mallard City Campground offers playgrounds and walking trails. One family said, “Family friendly with 2 playgrounds. Dog friendly. Walking and biking trails.”

    What campers like

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review from Cathedral Caverns State Park Campground noted, “Restrooms and showers were a bit of a walk up the hill, but clean and well maintained.”
    • Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground said, “They were very helpful, knowledgeable and professional, with a great attitude.”
    • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Honeycomb Campground offer beautiful lakefront sites. A visitor remarked, “Beautiful views from lakefront sites.”

    What you should know

    • Site Spacing: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Lake Guntersville State Park Campground mentioned, “The RV camping is not as secluded.”
    • Limited Connectivity: Many areas have poor cell service. One camper at Brushy Lake Recreation Area noted, “No Verizon service there but if you drive up the road past the visitor center, you can get a few bars.”
    • Reservations: Some campgrounds do not allow reservations, so it’s best to arrive early. A visitor at Northgate RV Travel Park said, “Nothing fancy, but great for overnight.”

    Tips for camping with families

    • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. At Point Mallard City Campground, one reviewer said, “The community who stayed there were very friendly. They wanted to talk to us and offered us coffee even in the morning.”
    • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy during hikes. A camper at Tims Ford State Park Main Campground mentioned, “The bathrooms are very clean, bright and heated in the winter.”
    • Plan for Downtime: Bring games or books for quiet time at the campsite. A visitor at Joe Wheeler State Park said, “Great anytime of year. Fishing, golf, restaurant and many other activities.”

    Tips from RVers

    • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground noted, “The pads here are huge and the utilities including 50 AMP worked well.”
    • Bring Extra Cords: Some sites may not have enough power outlets. A camper at Monte Sano State Park Campground mentioned, “We enjoyed the Japanese tea garden, and look forward to coming back for more hiking and site seeing.”
    • Know Your Route: GPS can be tricky in rural areas. One visitor at Honeycomb Campground said, “Deep ditches around my site made it very, very difficult to park my van.”

    Camping in Huntsville, AL, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Enjoy the great outdoors!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • What camping is available near Huntsville, AL?

      According to TheDyrt.com, Huntsville, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 102 campgrounds and RV parks near Huntsville, AL and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

    • Which is the most popular campground near Huntsville, AL?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Huntsville, AL is Monte Sano State Park with a 4.8-star rating from 76 reviews.

    • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Huntsville, AL?

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

    • What parks are near Huntsville, AL?

      According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Huntsville, AL that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and National Forests in Alabama.