Best Tent Camping near Silas, AL

Recent Tent Reviews near Silas, Alabama

98 Reviews of 3 Silas Campgrounds

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  Joshua D.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 27, 2024

  COE Coffeeville Lake Service Campground

  Beautiful and well kept campground with great views

  Hosts are friendly and helpful. Campground is well maintained and offers good amenities for the price. Bathhouse is clean, well stocked and functional. Campground had a mix of families and fishermen. The tent only sites feel a little sterile compared to other places I've tent camped but the RV sites are nice and shaded. Facilities are wheel chair accessible. Will definitely stay here again

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  joanna M.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 21, 2023

  Clarkco State Park Campground

  Clarkco State Park

  Great stay! Beautiful park with many amenities. Have premium sites with 50/30 amp sewer and water. Have lake front sites, pavilions, cabins, and “glamping” tent sites. There is also two roped off swimming areas in lake, playgrounds, and boat ramp. Facilities are well maintained. Very impressed and will stay again.

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  Leah C.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 28, 2018

  Service Campground

  Nice sites, clean bathrooms, great stars.

  Pretty campground with 2 great tent sites right on the river. Amazing sunsets. It was pretty cold so the mosquitoes were quiet but I imagine they get bad in warmer weather due to the adjacent swamp. I'm pretty sure we heard gators in the swamp at night. Awesome. Only complaint was a lack of enforcement of quiet hours. There was a hootenanny at one of the nearby campers that cussed and drank until midnight.

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  Byron T.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 12, 2024

  Service Campground

  Clean, quiet, and full of natural beauty

  I tent-camped at site 15, located at the very end of the campground. Site 15 and 16 are on a peninsula. They are the quietest and most isolated sites at Service Campground. Site 16 has a bit more space and is closer to the parking spots. Site 15 has a small pathway leading down to the water for easy fishing. The site already had firewood, but the hosts pointed out a pile near the bathhouse that campers were free to take. The sun rises right in front of both spots and disappears behind trees by 3pm. The mosquitos weren't as bad as I suspected, but the other creepy critters come out in numbers to explore after sunset. That's to be expected being surrounded by water. Owning a boat would be a major plus here! It was a great trip and I'd definitely return!

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  Kelly E.

  Ranger

  

  Mar. 22, 2022

  Isaac Creek

  March 2022

  Corps of Engineers Campground on the Alabama River with on site host. Well maintained facilities and plenty of retirees who found a good deal. Very long and wide paved sites. Room for large fifth wheel or motor coach plus a vehicle. Lots of fishing boats as well.

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  Michael P.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 1, 2025

  Lenoir Landing

  Lenoir Landing

  The camp is very relaxing along the Tombigbee River. Camp has latrine and rustic campsites. Several spots with river view and have picnic tables, and flat gravel and dirt areas for campers, tents or other vehicles. Boat ramp, back on spots for larger campers or RVs. Roads paved all the way to camp. Also 4-5 Sites not as close to river, but near boat ramp. Great Sun Rises and viewing 3-5 barges pass each day, very relaxing camp.

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  Michael P.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 8, 2025

  Claiborne Lake Damsite West Bank

  Quite and Relaxing

  The camp ground has two areas along the access Road. Both areas are first come first served. These are sites without power or water hookups, or self contained rustic camping. Sites would allow car, van or larger campers/RV’s. No running water, but toilet facilities. Near dam and lock on ALABAMA river.

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  Mike V.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 29, 2016

  Bladon Springs State Park - Temporarily Closed

  Bladon Springs State Park, sw Alabama

  Grass was cut nice around the pavilions and at the somewhat small camping area when I checked out this Alabama state park in sw AL a few years ago. I was disappointed that there was not much to do at Bladon Springs SP. Unfortunately, this state park appears to be 1 of 5 AL state parks that was closed in Oct 2015 or is/was being considered for closing due to state funding issues. Thus, please call or check online to see if this park is open or not before driving to it. There was not any hiking trails at Bladon Springs State Park when I was there.

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  Taylor

  Guide

  

  Nov. 14, 2022

  Clarkco State Park Campground

  Woodsy state park with dispersed camping near a lake

  State park near Alabama/Mississippi border. Nice park. Chose to do primitive camping for $15 plus tax, but they offer other options too. -dispersed camping -some sites near lake -mediocre fire pits -picnic table -quiet aside from other campers -other campers seem like they get kind of rowdy there, but this was also a holiday weekend -the sites aren’t numbered and are hard to find in the dark because the fire pits and picnic tables are randomly placed throughout the woods. It was like a treasure hunt to find them. -the amenities were far away which is why we’re giving it 4 stars.

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  HAYS C.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 8, 2020

  Meridian East-Toomsuba KOA

  Clean and friendly

  Home of the longest water slide in Mississippi, this KOA is a great place to stay. The staff is incredibly friendly and the facilities are clean and updated. Camp sites are relatively spread out, especially the sites for smaller campers and tents. Great place for kids, with the pool, slide, game room and very small playground. There supplies store but it doesn’t have much in it. There weren’t many people staying when we did, so was a nice quiet stay.

  Check in time is 2pm, check out noon. The slide is only open Saturday and Sunday from 2pm-6pm. Pool is open daily from 10am- 8pm.

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  Joshua D.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 25, 2023

  Lenoir Landing

  Not perfect but the price is right!

  For the price(free) it's not too bad. The primitive toilet definitely doesn't feel like home and it seems the litter bugs abound but it's super quiet and peaceful. Campsites right on the rivers bluff. Laying in my hammock I can look out over the water while listening to the sounds of nature. Small boat launch seems pretty active. The trash bins are full and would benefit from being emptied more often. About half a dozen usable primitive sights that seem to be free and first come first served. No employees, attendants, or camp host have been discovered. There seem to be several campsites that are missing amenities. The usable sites have a parking space, gravel tent pad, picnic table, fire ring and lantern hook. None of the water fountains appear functional so there does not seem to be any running water. There is a nice hammock station installed by Troop 44 which is quite nice. Can't wait to see the sunrise over the Tom Bigbee river in the morning.

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  Gregory H.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 6, 2022

  Dunns Falls Water Park

  Okay for one night

  Camping area is about five tables and grills scattered on edge of property. No real sites (no tent pads, no fire rings). Surprisingly little regulation: fires allowed anywhere, swimming “not recommended.” The friendly camp hosts actually encouraged me to camp in the day use/picnic area, since it is closer to the flush restrooms. Water spigots scattered around but most don’t work. Gate to park locks at 5pm (key provided at check in) which is nice for security. Clean area. Close to a highway but few cars traveling at night. I was the only person camping on a weekday.

  $15/night. Not bad considering the locking gate and restrooms with water. The historical structures are neat, as is the waterfall. The whole park can be explored in less than an hour, so I can’t imagine staying multiple nights.

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  SJ W.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 9, 2024

  Claiborne Lake Damsite West Bank

  Not well cared for but convenient to get to

  There was a lot of trash while I was here, there are bins but people didn’t use them? Or they did and nobody has come to get the trash bags? At least a truck beds worth of trash right now. However I am incredibly grateful for this spot, It’s raining and it is a paved easy road to get down in this land of low lying dirt roads, that was clutch. There’s a really nasty vault toilet down the hill, surprisingly there was toilet paper and what looks to be some trails but since it’s raining I probably will not partake.

  Cool dam to watch if you drive down the hill too where the bathrooms are. It’s a shame that those who have used it have abused it, I’m going to clean it up the best I can, it could be a really pretty place.

  There was nobody here in December on a rainy day. There are 2 loops - 1 for tents and smaller rigs and 1 that anything could fit. I wonder if this place gets busy, it is well used.

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  Gregg G.

  Ranger

  

  Feb. 17, 2021

  Bladon Springs State Park - Temporarily Closed

  Full Hook ups for $15

  Nice spot for a layover, but not our cup of tea for a multi day visit. The parks is operated by the county. The sites are nice featuring picnic tables and grills. There is not a bath house here so you will need to be self contained. The utility pedestals are fancy and remind me of something that would be found on a dock at the marina. The park is pretty large, however we didn't do to much exploring due to hunting season and crummy weather. I get the idea that perhaps this area is used largely for hunting, as there was a lean-to with a device that would be used to hoist up a deer for cleaning.

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  Joshua D.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 25, 2023

  Bladon Springs State Park - Temporarily Closed

  Closed with no contact info

  Tried to camp here today but the park appears to be closed until further notice. Contact info sign had all number removed, phone number listed on Apple maps was disconnected and gate was locked.

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  Laurette

  Guide

  

  Oct. 20, 2020

  COE Coffeeville Lake Service Campground

  So Peaceful!!

  Our first camping trip. This was the perfect spot. Small campground with big spots. Lots of pull through spots right on the river. So quiet. Nice bathhouses. Will definitely be back. Very nice volunteers.

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  Laurette

  Guide

  

  Oct. 20, 2020

  COE Coffeeville Lake Service Campground

  Beautiful peaceful place

  Very peaceful place on the Tombigbee River. We enjoyed our stay so much. The campground is so clean. The bathhouses are very nice and well maintained. Perfect spot to put a boat in. The volunteers are helpful. Easy to get in and out of the campground. The spot we stayed on was a pull through on the river side with a large gravel pad for a campfire and a picnic. Nice cement tables.

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  David B.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 20, 2022

  COE Coffeeville Lake Service Campground

  Excellent site and peaceful

  Not very busy on this 20 September 2022.

  Along side the river staying in camp site 4.

  I will come back in the future.

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  Christopher A.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 9, 2020

  Service Campground

  Easy boondocking

  We arrived a little later in the evening however.. gayle was awesome! She met us right out front of the main gate and explained the amenities that were available to us and how to easily access our campsite. Other then some non enjoyable chatty Kathys talking by our vehicles and aimlessly walking around like they had nothing better to do.. it was a great experience. They have full hookups and water as well as very clean restrooms and hot shower facilities. The camp area itself is very spacious with more then enough space between spots. I would recommend and would again.

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  Christo &.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 29, 2022

  Service Campground

  Quiet relaxing

  We stayed at site 7. Great view of river. Loved the barges on the river. Close to bathrooms. The camp site and bathrooms were very clean. The Hosts were friendly helped where ever you need. The hosts gave us fire wood that helped allot. There is a Dollar General and gas station 4 miles away if you need to get supplies. Verizon had great reception.very quiet camp site very relaxing. Enjoyed the hiking trails.

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  carmi G.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 26, 2023

  Service Campground

  Very nice on the river, clean & quiet

  Park is specious, nice big level site on asphalt - we didn't need to put blocks at all. Right of the river. The bad: too many bugs, ok we are in the humid south b, on the river, so bugs are to be expected. But, even with insects repellent - they still came, no relief. We had to be inside the RV. Other issue: no trash cans nearby. Ok, so we are fine with 1 trash for several sure. But no, the 1 trash was at the entrance, 300 yards away. More: you can go and swim in the river even when it's 10ft away. You have to go to the day camping , all the way on the other side of the trv parking. Internet for ATT is bad, maybe 1mb/sec download. If it wasn't for the beautiful setting I would give it just 3 stars. But the river is so nice, so 4stars

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  Joshua D.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 29, 2024

  Service Campground

  Beautiful campground on the shore of coffeeville lake

  I was quite pleased with our stay here. Camped in spot #8 directly across from the bathhouse and playground. The kids didn't want to leave and asked to come back. A few families and many fishermen filled the campground. Everything was clean with very minimal trash that we helped to pick up. Camp hosts were friendly and efficient.

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  shandi B.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 10, 2018

  Service Campground

  awesome and clean!!

  nIce park next to tombigbee river, has 2 play areas,a boat launch (free to launch for campers), pull through pads with awesome view of river. only thing is that is does not have sewer hook up but has dumping station

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  Carolyn V.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 6, 2019

  Service Campground

  So peaceful. A hidden gem!

  This COE park is located right on the banks of the Tombigbee waterway where you can sit and watch the barges take their goods up or down the river. The Park Ranger and camp host were very friendly and welcoming. We chose site 13 which was right on the river. Most of the sites were available mid week. You can choose river front or wooded sites. There is a hiking trail and a playground for the kids. The bathrooms and showers were clean but somewhat dated. There is a washer and dryer available as well. A boat launch is also available in the park. We will definitely plan to return to this park.

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  Gregg G.

  Ranger

  

  Feb. 17, 2021

  Lenoir Landing

  Free at a Cost

  It's a shame we had a less than ideal experience here, because we love a good free spot on the water with amenities. First the good, its FREE! No reservation needed, simply pull up and enjoy. First come, first serve. The site we stayed at was level with a nice gravel pad with a fire pit & picnic table with a great view out the rear of the camper of the river for watching the boats pass. We stayed here in mid February and the water spickets were inoperable, not sure if they get turned on during warmer months or if they are entirely out of order. Now the not so good, the trash bins were overflowing, the pit toilet was revolting, and we observed multiple shady vehicles randomly parking for extended periods without ever exiting their vehicle. Now the really bad, at around 2:30 in the morning someone drove through the park and fired a shot. It scared us pretty good, but we stayed the rest of the night. If you're reading this review I would encourage you to stay, but just know what you're going into.

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  Phillip P.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 15, 2024

  Lenoir Landing

  Beautiful spot

  The are is quiet and gorgeous. Picnic tables rough at the site. I have a cassette toilet, so the “outhouse “ was a perfect spot to empty. My two little dogs loved it.

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  SJ W.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 13, 2024

  Lenoir Landing

  Quiet spot on the water - beware the wild boar

  This was a nice spot as other reviews mentioned there’s one or two actually particular spots when you first pull in on the right that are very good views of the water. I didn’t see numbering for the spots, but you can see them cause there’s no trees blocking the view. There were about 10 spots total, but there’s also a parking lot at the end of the circle for the boat launch that I’m sure if it was in a pinch nobody would bother you if you needed to park in for the overnight. I used it when it was raining, and I was getting used to the lay of the land as well because some of the spots did flood a little bit.

  A word of warning for the spot there are currently a lot of wild boar activity and you can see where they have been rooting around the camp areas so I was very cautious after sunset walking my dogs, etc. Highly recommend bear spray.

  There is a vault toilet it wasn’t the cleanest. The locals were friendly and I had the spot to myself the whole weekend. A couple people came in and out in the afternoons and early evenings to watch the sunset, but besides that it was quiet.