Top Tent Camping near Steele, AL
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Best Tent Sites Near Steele, AL (27)
1. Turnipseed Campground
16 Reviews•86 Photos•124 SavesEnjoy nature at its best especially during the fall when mother nature dazzles you with an array of vibrant colors. This__ primitive camp is located near the Cheaha Wilderness Area and offers camping and hiking. Turnipseed Camp has sanitary facilities.
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2. Big Canoe Creek Outfitters
1 Review•5 Photos•7 Saves- Pets
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$20 / night
3. Cheaha Falls Campground
10 Reviews•82 Photos•96 Saves- Pets
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4. Little River Adventure Company
9 Reviews•27 Photos•147 SavesThe Little River Adventure Company features adventure rentals and 40 acres of dispersed tent camping in a natural unimproved property surrounded by Straight Creek and Yellow Creek. Conveniently located near the entrance to the Little River Canyon National Preserve. One mile from Little River Falls, and one mile to the WMA roads trailhead. Close to DeSoto Falls, Yellow Creek Falls, Cherokee Rock Village, Hippie Hole, and many other local attractions. We welcome dogs, cyclists, riders, kayakers, climbers, musicians, and all nature lovers.
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$20 - $25 / night
5. McDill Point Backcountry Campground
5 Reviews•31 Photos•51 SavesStart hiking at Cheaha Trailhead, located at the far end of a parking area just before you get to Cheaha State Park on Highway 281. Follow the Cave Creek Trail until you reach the Pinhoti connector, and hang a right to take the Pinhoti Trail northbound. Look for a sign that points to McDill overlook, and follow a side trail for the last quarter mile. Along this side trail you’ll pass the wreckage of a small plane that supposedly crashed back in 1972. Look for blue and white pieces of the plane off the trail to your right. Keep going and you’ll eventually come to a campsite that would comfortably fit 3 or 4 tents, only about 100 yards shy of the overlook. Camping in this area is a great option because you’re close to the cliffs, but protected from the wind. There are also a few spots right at the cliffs that are big enough for a small tent or hammocks and have better views, but are a bit breezier. The boulder cliffs are an awesome place to hang out at sunset or for stargazing, just remember to keep a headlamp on you! The next day, backtrack the quarter mile and continue on the Pinhoti back towards Cheaha State Park. Several rocky outcroppings provide some good views along the way.
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6. Bohamia
4 Reviews•36 Photos•49 SavesBohamia is a 268 acre private forest retreat surrounded by 400,000 acres of the Talladega National Forest. You'll feel like a world away even though you are about an hour's drive from Birmingham and Atlanta.
Booking options include temperature controlled Glamping cabins with queen size beds and private decks, RV sites, and camp sites around the property. Gorgeous bathhouse (seriously) with private restrooms and endless hot showers.
Bohamia is best explored on foot or bicycle (or kayak in the case of our five acre spring fed pond and nearby Talladega Lake). We have miles of marked trails and many unmarked trails for adventurous types. We also have marked trail access to off property gems like Talladega Creek and the Blue Hole waterfall and swimming area.
All sites allow at least one vehicle to park nearby unless otherwise noted. In many cases you can have two vehicles by your site, or can park in group areas nearby when not loading or unloading.
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$25 - $99 / night
7. Talladega National Forest Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area
3 Reviews•34 Photos•16 SavesNot far from Cheaha State park is Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area. This 17-acre lake is tucked into a pastoral valley of peacefulness. Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area offers sanitary facilities, hiking, picnicking, fishing and the Chinnabee Silent Trail connects the campground to Cheaha Wilderness. Lake Chinnabee is an ideal spot to enjoy nature for daytime recreation.
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8. Cheaha Falls Private Backcountry Campsite
3 Reviews•16 Photos•22 SavesDispersed backcountry sites
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9. Warden Station Horse Camp
2 Reviews•7 Photos•6 SavesWarden Station Horse Camp offers 30 miles of trail through the scenic Talladega National Forest. Its central location is convenient for hunters and horseback riders. Nearby attractions include the Choccolocco Wildlife Management Area and four loop trails for hiking and picnicking. There are 45 primitive campsites for small RVs and tents. The area, which is open for primitive camping is near Coleman Lake Recreation Area. Mountain biking opportunities are available.
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10. Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp
1 Review•4 Photos•24 SavesThe Original Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp! Established in 1960, Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp has been family owned for almost 60 years and we aren't changing that anytime soon.
Yellow Creek Falls Fish Camp offers you a chance to experience the great outdoors in our Primitive Camping area. There are a number of sights with a direct view of Yellow Creek Falls and several are located directly on Weiss Lake.
There is no better way to rest than to relax to the sound of a waterfall. All of our campsites allow you to hear the flowing water from our 85 foot tall falls.
We are so much more than just a "Fish Camp". We offer the following for your enjoyment:
Full Service General Store Camping Extensive Tackle, Bait, and Fishing Supplies Kayak, Canoe, and Paddleboat Rentals Fine Selection of Musical Instruments and Related Gear Hot Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Free Boat Ramp and Launch So much more
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$10 - $20 / night
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Recent Tent Reviews In Steele
564 Reviews of 27 Steele Campgrounds
samsak S.
Scout
Chief Ladiga Trail Campground
Chief Ladiga Trail mountains
Chief Ladiga Trail mountains
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Wendy L.
Guide
Coleman Lake Rec Area
Fun forest find
Great camping option for first come. Glad to get plenty of options for sites. Long drive in. Hosts were great and even deliver firewood to your site. Clean bathrooms, showers, and overall campground. Only had one guest with many kids playing late into night, past quite hours (if any are posted), but we found out it was Fall break and kids were out of school all week. Great hike around the lake and boatramp for trolling motors only.
- ZZelene A.
Traveler
Cheaha State Park
Stayed at the campground star park
So so so worth going, I didn’t leave to go anywhere, the hikes was awesome to see. The camp site I stayed was beautiful woke got to see the sun set. I rode my motorcycle there so for anyone who ride there motorcycle just be aware there some uneven site for your motorcycle to park. Unless you’re tall and you don’t have problem handling your bike. I’m 5,0 so it was learning curve me to see if I could handle my motorcycle up hill and down hill for campsites
- JJohn S.Scout
Little River Adventure Company
Great tent camping site
I tent camped on a drive-in deluxe site in September with my dog. The host, Giorgio, was pleasant and helpful. He had firewood for sale on the property at a reasonable price.
As another reviewer noted, the bathhouse is at the very front of the property away from the campsites, but the toilet and shower were clean and perfectly adequate.
My site was flat, spacious, and easy to unload and set up on. The rest of the sites also looked very spacious and fairly flat. The campground's location is very convenient to Little River Falls.
My one quibble would be that, although the site definitely feels secluded, there was a little bit of road noise at night from the main road. It wasn't nearly enough to keep me awake, but YMMV if you're sensitive to it. The host mentioned that the sites at the back, where I was, were closer to the road and would be louder than the sites in the front of the property.
I would recommend this campsite to any drive up tent campers looking for a convenient, serene campground in this part of Alabama. I will be a repeat patron here.
- EEmilyTraveler
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!
- EEmilyTraveler
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.
Joshua D.Guide
Oak Mountain State Park
Beautiful campground year round
Having visited 3 times now, twice before the renovations and now once after, I can confidently say I love this park! I have previously primitive camped here and now camper at a full hookup RV site. Tent sites range from "water in vicinity," "water at site," and "water and 20 amp power at site." Rv sites are water and electric or full hook up. I think all RV sites are now 50/30/20 but I'm not certain. There is a dump station near the exit of the campground. Sites are mostly level/slight grade but found that not all drain very well when it rains, including our site a17.
The park has so many different activities including -Hiking -Bmx trails -Swimmimg -Archery range And more I can't even remember.
Flip side watersports operates at 2 locations and paid activities include -wake boarding -Aqua Park And rentals of -Kayaks -stand up paddle boards -paddle boats And -Canoes.
There are things to do year round and the weather was great for mid July.
- DDiana D.Scout
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.
Blaney's C.Scout
Kudzu Campground LLC
Nice new tent campground
Easy to find off of main hwy. Grassy area with lots of trees and shade. Campfires are permitted but, you meed to bring your own wood. Campground host are helpful with questions about the area. Close to boat launches, fuel and restaurants. Talladega Super Speedway close by. Enjoyable stay at this campground.
- MMichael C.Guide
Bohamia
Great option for multiple families or couples.
Came with a group of friends from town to relax and disconnect. Services are great some cabins and tents having ACs, but primitive camping allowed as well. Great showers and bathhouse with filtered drinking water option that I used daily. Several hiking trails, but also roads to allow those who prefer to ride. They do offer ice, drink and snack delivery service with QR codes in each area. Definitely a place that I plan to revisit, but would refer friends to come as well for a weekend getaway.
- LLance B.Guide
Oak Mountain State Park
Beautiful Campground
This state park has it all. A place to swim, numerous hiking trails, playgrounds, etc. The newly remodeled campground is spectacular. The pads are super level (at least in A16. Small tent spots sprinkled in. Saw security and police several times just passing through to check on folks. Love that. We will be back many more times for sure.
L&A C.
LegendLake 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.Legend
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.
- L&A C.Legend
CWGS Campground of Oxford
Camped here with RV purchase
Stayed at site 13, level gravel sites with picnic table on concrete pad, fire ring, FHU. Extended stays at the back of park and closer to hwy 20. There is a nice dog park, playground, covered pavilion, laundry room, dated bathroom, but clean. Shirley reserved our spot, and helped us pull through,and hook up, with our new RV! There is a little path/bridge, so We walked over to Camping World to get our bigger RV. The next morning, we had a few questions, so the Camping World service employee, came over (on a golf cart)to answer them. We decided to stay another night, and it was easy enough for Shirley to extend our reservation. If we were in the area again we would go back. There is a lot to do in the area….Talladega National Forest, Talladega SuperSpeedway and Cheaha State Park.T-Mobile was good, and paid about $30 night with Good Sam Discount. This Campground is also known as CWGS Campground of Oxford.
- CCherie M.Scout
Noccalula Falls Park & Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Mainly RVs
This is a beautiful place. If you’re looking for more primitive and secluded places to camp this place is mainly for POEPLE with rvs.
Brian and Janet S.GuideColeman Lake Rec Area
Quiet, friendly, and affordable
We spent one night here on the way down to Florida. It is first come first serve and we had no issue finding a space on a Thursday. The lake and surrounding area are full of birds and wildlife. The sites are well maintained, level, with clean bathrooms. So happy we stumbled on this national forest campground!
No cell service. Poorly marked trail around the lake, still worth checking out! Just follow the lake!
- JJason G.Traveler
Turnipseed Campground
Off- grid Oasis
Pack some water and head out. Great hikes with water falls. Pit toilet, no water, critter proof trash cans. First come first serve. Cash box available to pay. We had cell service. Used 10' trailer/ camper. No hookups or running water.
- JJason G.Traveler
Coleman Lake Rec Area
Lake Life
This is a great camping spot with a beautiful lake. The trail around the lake was perfect. Caught 3 bass in the lake. You can't beat the price.
- SSam O.Guide
Little River Adventure Company
Rip off
Pulled in and nothing was labeled. Campsites were not labeled or assigned and road to them was poorly kept. “Bathhouse” advertised was a freezing shed with a horse trough as a shower that was a quarter mile from all of the sites. Not worth the money.
- WWendyScout
The Ridge Outdoor Resort
Nice site
This is a motocross, zip line and paint ball camp. The people that checked us in were great. Charge was $5 per person. So $11.00 for us. The sites are grassy. We are the only ones here so we pulled up to the bath house. They will be out to turn on the hot water in a bit. Quiet. Relaxing after a day of seeing the sites. I have 2 bars on my Verizon.
Justin C.Traveler
Chinnabee Silent Trail Backcountry Site 9
Fun by the falls
We started our hike in from Chinnabee silent trail parking and headed up toward chinnabee lake. We found this spot nearby the big swimming hole "devils den" about 1/2 a mile from the chinnabee lake parking area. We stayed at campsite 9. For 2 nights in April and it was amazing. Little to no bugs, plenty of trees for shade and hammock camping. And a good fire ring built from large river rocks. Plenty of wood around for a fire though it was mostly pine that burnt extremely well but left resin on all our cookware. This site was comfortable for our group of 4 but we felt like we were almost at max capacity at this site. I give this spot 2 👍🏻👍🏻
Twan M.
Ranger
Cherokee Rock Village
Sandrock Sanctuary
I’ve camped at Cherokee Rock Village (affectionately known as Sandrock to the locals) since 2011, starting back when it was still largely undeveloped and free…totally worth paying for these days - they’ve made it such a great place: showers, bathrooms, dumpsters, plenty of walk-in and car camping sites. Best climbing in the southeast, bouldering and sport, and a lot of RC car rock crawling, etc. Sandrock is a must go-to spot in Alabama. The views are awesome, climbing is awesome & camping is awesome. Charcoal grills at most sites, fire rings, firewood available at the front gate/office, etc. Good Verizon coverage, too. Plenty of gas stations and grocery stores within 20min, too.
Micheal S.TravelerColeman Lake Rec Area
Great "Away From It All" Camping
Great campground. Secluded with electrical and water hookups. Make sure you use Highway 78 to enter. Google Maps will send you on a 11.5 mile mountain trail ( Dugger Mountain Road) that is a dirt 2 track over the mountain...an interesting trip with a camper. The campground is very well maintained. The bath house is very clean and up to date. Sites are level and we'll spaced
- RRobert J.Scout
Sky Mtwy Dispersed
Great spot but:
This spot is where the lookout tower office used to be. It burned years ago but the concrete pad is still here. Ultimately, Rangers may come by and ask you to move to prepared sites nearby. I think they are concerned about fires as always.
Will G.GuideHoneycomb 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
- Larry A.Scout
Lakeside Resort Campground
Such a great place
The nicest people you'd ever find. They take care of their guests.
- aashley B.Traveler
Bay Springs Country Inn & Marina
Simple and sweet
Small spots right on the water with a friendly staff and lots of peace. My family and I will be back often
Guide to Steele
Camping near Steele, Alabama, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With a variety of campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.
What to do
- Hiking and Trails: Many campgrounds offer great trails for hiking. At Oak Mountain State Park Campground, one visitor shared, “The park has so many different activities including hiking.”
- Water Sports: If you love being on the water, check out Lake Guntersville State Park Campground. A camper mentioned, “We stayed three nights in primitive camping and it was fantastic. Our site was right on the water.”
- Wildlife Watching: Campers at DeSoto State Park Campground have enjoyed spotting wildlife. One reviewer noted, “This is one of our favorite state parks in Alabama to camp at.”
What campers like
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-kept restrooms and showers. A visitor at Monte Sano State Park Campground said, “The bathhouse was clean and there are lots of trails to hike.”
- Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy spots. One camper at Cheaha State Park mentioned, “Very clean, very quiet, and very spacious state park.”
- Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. A visitor at Cherokee Rock Village said, “The staff was very friendly too.”
What you should know
- Road Noise: Some campgrounds are near busy roads. A reviewer at Noccalula Falls Park & Campground pointed out, “The campground is very close to town and as so expect a lot of noise from traffic.”
- Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For instance, at Honeycomb Campground, one camper noted, “There’s only one working bathroom/shower house…could be an issue when the campground is crowded.”
- Primitive Camping Options: If you’re looking for a more rustic experience, Clear Creek Recreation Area offers primitive camping. One camper mentioned, “Campgrounds are very scenic. THERE ARE NO SEPTIC HOOKUPS!”
Tips for camping with families
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. At Lake Guntersville State Park Campground, a reviewer said, “There are several types of sites, monthly, cabins and tent camping.”
- Plan for Bugs: Some areas can be buggy, especially near water. A camper at DeSoto State Park Campground noted, “There are also so many great places to swim when it gets hot.”
- Bring Outdoor Games: Campgrounds often have open spaces for games. One camper at Honeycomb Campground suggested, “Great shade and lake.”
Tips from RVers
- Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Monte Sano State Park Campground mentioned, “All the camper pads have recently been redone, so it's pretty easy to find a flat site.”
- Wi-Fi Availability: Some campgrounds have decent Wi-Fi. A visitor at Cherokee Rock Village said, “Good Verizon coverage, too.”
- Be Prepared for Road Noise: If you’re sensitive to noise, consider this before booking. A camper at Noccalula Falls Park & Campground mentioned the nearby highway noise.
Camping around Steele, Alabama, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful spot.
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