Meaher State Park Campground sits along the Mobile Bay with waterfront sites offering 360-degree views of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta. Located 19 miles from Semmes, the park serves as a convenient gateway to the region's diverse ecosystems. The campground operates year-round with most sites featuring water, sewer, and electrical hookups directly on paved surfaces. Several sites back directly onto the water, providing fishing access within steps of RV parking.
What to do
Fishing from piers: Meaher State Park Campground offers a dedicated fishing pier extending into Mobile Bay. "We have a nice little fishing pier. Boat and kayak launch. Bath houses clean and operated correctly," notes Clay M., who visited multiple times over two years.
Explore historical sites: Visit Fort Morgan near Gulf Shores, approximately 45 minutes from Semmes. "Only 5 miles west to the USS Alabama Memorial Park. Well worth a visit!!" recommends Cindy C. from Meaher State Park.
Hiking through historic trails: Blakeley State Park Campground features 26 miles of trails through Civil War battlefields and former town sites. "A beautiful hike on boardwalks along the Blakeley River then through a swamp on deep into woods amongst ancient oaks," explains Julie D. The park offers walking and auto cell phone tours covering the 2000-acre property.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Blakeley State Park receives consistent praise for site spacing. "HUGE sites, very secluded. If I look really hard through the woods I can see a neighbor," writes Laurie A., who stayed in a travel trailer during off-season.
Waterfront views: Camping adjacent to Mobile Bay creates opportunities for wildlife observation. "I chose a specific site with water view which was enjoyable," Karen L. mentions about Meaher State Park, adding that "each site has a picnic table & fire ring."
Secluded tent areas: Several parks maintain dedicated tent camping zones separate from RV sections. "Great tent campground. Most sites have some privacy but a few are close to neighboring sites. Its a short walk to the bathhouse and tons of hiking trails are nearby," reports Chirleen E. about Blakeley State Park.
Modern bathrooms: All About Relaxing RV Park stands out for clean facilities. "Bathhouse has 4 guest bathrooms like you would find in a house. Each has a sink, vanity, toilet and very large shower. By far the nicest I have ever seen at any campground," notes Clayton D.
What you should know
Ant control measures: Multiple parks report ant issues requiring advance preparation. "All of the sites are close together and the ants are ridiculous. I had read reviews about the ants prior so I came prepared," warns Karen L. about Meaher State Park Campground.
Highway noise: Some campgrounds sit near major roadways. "The park is between two highways, but we didn't notice the noise," says Lynn G., who enjoyed fishing and wildlife at Meaher despite the location.
Site leveling requirements: The Retreat RV & Campground requires additional equipment for some sites. "Make sure you bring leveling blocks, some of the sites are fairly level while others are not. Our site sloped down towards the river and we needed extra blocks to place under our tires and stabilizers," advises Chloe F.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-focused activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park near Semmes organizes regular family events. "The kids loved all of the Saturday activities. Campsites have a fire pit, so we made s'mores. They have a store with everything we needed, which was really nice," shares Jaimee D.
Water recreation options: Several locations offer swimming and fishing opportunities for children. "Each of my kids caught their first fish, definitely a memorable trip. We loved how peaceful it was, it was very clean and the staff were extremely friendly. Kids swam in the pool and played in the playground," reports Ashley P. about Jellystone.
Educational opportunities: Some parks provide junior ranger programs. "Woke up to begin the junior ranger packet for our kiddos (provided at checkout) and hiked and explored all day. We were super happy at the food truck that was there so we didn't have to go off site for lunch," says Nicole G. about her family's experience at Blakeley State Park.
Tips from RVers
Arrival procedures: RV parks near Semmes often provide personalized check-in. "Arriving in the dark and rain, we were met at the gate and escorted in. He guided me back into the spot and got us settled in," reports a visitor to All About Relaxing RV Park.
Hookup configurations: Check specific power requirements before booking. "The campground website currently that all electric campsites are 50amp which they are not, if you need a 50amp site you will have to call the office to ensure you can secure one," advises Chloe F. about The Retreat RV Campground.
Size restrictions: Some parks have tight access roads. "Our camper is 35 feet travel trailer, and it was quite tight getting into our spot, and it will be for most current spots, we would not have been able to park where we were had there been a camper next to us," notes a reviewer about The Retreat.
Dump station access: Bay Breeze RV on the Bay provides full hookups at most sites. "All have FHU I believe. They have a nice little fishing pier. Boat and kayak launch," reports Clay M., highlighting the convenience for extended stays.
