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The Troy, Alabama area features several established campgrounds catering primarily to RV travelers, with Deer Run RV Park offering 130 sites along US Highway 231 on the west side of town. Within a 30-mile radius, campers find a mix of private RV parks and state-managed recreation areas, including Heart of Dixie Trail Ride which accommodates tents, RVs, and cabin rentals. Most facilities near Troy provide full hookups, level concrete pads, and basic amenities like showers and laundry facilities, while tent camping options remain more limited but available at select locations.
Summer heat and humidity significantly impact camping comfort in this region, with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F from June through September. Insect activity increases during warmer months, with reviewers noting "the bug population was booming! Gnats and mosquitoes" at nearby water-based campgrounds. Most sites require advance reservations, especially during cooler spring and fall periods when demand peaks. Cell service varies by provider, with Verizon generally performing well according to visitor reports. As one camper noted, "The older section of the CG is shaded with mature trees, while the newer area has fewer, making it ideal for satellite users."
Waterfront access represents a valued feature at several campgrounds within driving distance of Troy. Frank Jackson State Park, approximately 45 minutes southwest, receives consistent praise for lakeside sites where "the sun sets right over the lake" and "each campsite was level which makes it easy to setup." Fishing opportunities abound in the region's lakes and ponds, with multiple reviewers mentioning small fishing ponds at RV parks or larger lakes at state parks. Campground cleanliness and maintenance standards are generally high, with visitors frequently commenting on well-kept facilities. For travelers seeking quieter experiences, sites farther from main roads offer better noise reduction, as one reviewer appreciated a campground being "a mile off the highway so it's so quiet."
Best Campgrounds near Troy (42)
1. Walnut Creek RV Park
"I really enjoyed my stay at Walnut Creek RV Park in Troy, Alabama. The park is quiet, clean, and very well maintained. The sites were easy to access, and everything worked perfectly."
"Highly recommend if you're passing through Troy!"
from $45 - $55 / night
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"The park is super clean and quiet, with plenty of shade and open space to walk the dogs or just enjoy the fresh air."
"Definitely one of the best RV parks around!"
from $45 - $55 / night
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"Just a short distance from Troy, Alabama. All the staff are great people and as long as you follow their park rules the staff is delightful."
"Our GPS led us directly to the campground (CG) on US-231, conveniently located on the west side of Troy, AL. Check-in was quick and hassle-free."
from $40 - $50 / night
Check Availability4. Heart of Dixie Trail Ride
"This place has a lot of amenities pool, fishing, horse and atv trails that are great for beginner horseriders. Bathhouses are pretty nice cabins are great and affordable."
5. Deer Run Mobile Home Park & RV Campground
"Deer Run RV Park in Troy, Al is a great place to stay."
6. Swindalls Campground
7. Ozark-Fort Rucker KOA
"The campground was easy to find, located right off US-231. We parked at the office to check in and were escorted to pull-through site 16 with full hookups."
"Nice visit will be my stop when going through Alabama."
from $40 / night
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"Very quiet peaceful campground on the wooded shores of the Alabama River. Plenty of level sites. Bathroom and showers centrally located."
"Gunter Hill Park is a Corp of Engineers campground just outside of Montgomery, Alabama. Although we have not camped at many COE parks, I can't imagine any of them topping this one!"
from $28 - $34 / night
Check Availability9. Blue Springs State Park Campground
"Blue Springs State Park Alabama Had a great time at this off the beaten path State Park. Not many campsites but great for our Go."
"This is a gem in south Alabama with the most perfect cold water to cool that Alabama heat. The cabins are more like FEMA trailers but they have some sort of AC."
10. Poor But Proud Stables
from $40 / night
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Drive Time
- 43 min from Montgomery, AL
- 54 min from Dothan, AL
- 1 hr 23 min from Auburn, AL
- 1 hr 48 min from Columbus, GA
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Recent Reviews near Troy, AL
195 Reviews of 42 Troy Campgrounds
Richard Y.
TravelerMr. D's RV Park
Great place to stop
This was a great place to stay overnight for us as we traveling back home. Clean and long pull through lots. Friendly staff
- AAlan C.Traveler
Sherling Lake Park and Campground
Good Overnight Stop
Good place to stop overnight. Got a pull through site # 18 and didn’t have to disconnect. Sites have full hookups. Con is that the next morning I had small black ants streaming along my front & rear door frames. Be sure you spray or do something to keep them off your equipment.
Jimmy G.ScoutBiker tent camp
From the owner
I ride.
Old school biker. In my 20s bike bedroll girlfriend gone!
I have lots of camping gear.so ride light if you like.
Simply a rest camp.
Bed roll over night 5 bucks 24 hours from arrival time .
So stop in cook food Z out split rested. Tent shaded or open.
Rates are one bike two persons.
Group stops need one week notice so can have larger black water control on site. An pre-paid.cost of black water rent none refundable. ( not my choice)
Call 24hours i will answer. If not riding myself.text also works.
Knees in the breeze jim
Nancy W.
LegendGunter Hill
Always a favorite.
We stop here often and love how easy it is to get to from route 80 and not too far from I-65. There are two sections– Catoma Creek and Antioch Loop– both of which are very different. The Catoma Loop is full hook-up (50 and 30 amps) with a nice, level paved driveway and gravel patio. Sites in this loop have more space between campsites so you don’t feel like you are right on top of your neighbor. This loop is more open and less treed but there are a few shade trees. The waterfront sites are really nice with great views of the sunset. The only problem with this section is that it is more desirable and therefore more crowded. The Antioch Loop is the older more dilapidated section of the park. The roads are old concrete that are now full of potholes and loose gravel. The area is heavily treed so there is lots of shade but very little grass in between and around sites. Trees and shrubs have not been trimmed for a long time and overhang the roads and campsites. The sites are gravel with large gravel patios. Many of the sites are not level and have pretty bad slopes to them. Bathrooms are located towards the front of the section so pick your site accordingly if you want to be close to the restrooms. The bathhouse was extremely old and looked like it belonged in a state prison. The doors on the bathroom stalls where falling apart and I needed my shoulder to get out of the stall. This section is very unkept and old– definitely get a site in the Catoma Loop if you can. There is a boat launch, each loop has a playground, and group shelter. Dump stations are located in each loop. Garbage dumpsters are located near the entrance of the park so you either have to drive your garbage or take a fairly long walk. Check in is 4 and check out is 3 so make sure you don’t plan on coming very early as your site may be occupied until 3.
Bryan S.
GuideGunter Hill
Absolutely gorgeous! Definitely staying again.
The park was beautiful and well maintained. The sites were big and the prices were low. The only downside was we couldn’t stay longer due to my wife’s allergies and it was too hot. We’ll visit it again during fall or spring when the temperatures allow us to in joy it more.
- Cinda A.Traveler
Gunter Hill
Easy Overnight
Gunter Hill is a great stopping point for our travels to Florida- easy access, nice sites
- Danny T.Scout
Sherling Lake Park and Campground
A Great Place to Relax
Good site, lots of room, site only 30 amps. Love this place. Come here often just to relax.
MickandKarla W.LegendThe Backyard RV Resort
Decent Campground
We used Trip Wizard, Waze, and Google Maps for navigation. Approaching from US-231 to US-80, the directions from Florida prompted a U-turn to reach Sassafras Circle, and traffic was heavy since the campground (CG) sits near I-65 by the TA Travel Center and several fast-food restaurants. We later realized a left turn at Arby’s provides a much easier entrance into the CG. Check-in was quick and easy, and we received a helpful information packet before being escorted to pull-through site 402 with full hookups. The site was more than long enough for our 40' toy hauler and F450 and was fairly level. Utilities were nicely positioned near the middle of the pad. Sites in this CG were spaced nicely apart, though not especially spacious. Site 402 was considered a premium site, but there was no picnic table or fire ring, and only a couple of sites had those features—site 403 on the end cap included a nice fire pit and picnic table. Along with a fishing pond and a few minor amenities, the“resort” name felt a bit generous. We had 2 bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. Water pressure was strong, and management recommended using a pressure reducer. The CG information noted fast internet with no need for cable; however, our speed test showed about 18 Mbps download. The open layout with no trees would make satellite easy to use. There is a small fenced dog area, and additional space around the property worked well for leashed walks. Overall, this was a good CG for an overnight stop or even a few days.
Guide to Troy
Within 30 miles of Troy, Alabama, camping options range from full-service RV sites to state parks with hiking trails and fishing ponds. The area sits at approximately 500 feet above sea level in the gently rolling terrain of Alabama's Coastal Plain. Temperatures average 60-65°F during spring and fall camping seasons, creating milder conditions than summer's intense heat and humidity.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Frank Jackson State Park Campground, campers have access to a 1,000-acre lake stocked with multiple fish species. "Spent a wonderful few days here with the wife and kids (which are canine, btw). Well kept grounds, superb staff and a lot to do in the great outdoors. Several campsites on the lakefront with great views," notes Sean S.
Trail exploration: Hiking and nature observation are popular at local parks. One visitor at Blue Springs State Park Campground mentioned, "The springs are very pretty and great for a natural spring. We did not swim but were very impressed with the cleanliness of the water."
Horseback riding: At Heart of Dixie Trail Ride, visitors can enjoy extensive horse trails. Nicole H. shares, "This place has a lot of amenities pool, fishing, horse and atv trails that are great for beginner horseriders. Bathhouses are pretty nice cabins are great and affordable. Stalls or paddocks for your horses fresh water."
What campers like
Lake views: Waterfront sites rank among campers' favorites at local parks. One camper at Frank Jackson State Park noted, "We love this campground. It has level sites, full hookups, cable television, internet and most sites have a view of the water."
Spacious sites: Larger camping spots provide privacy. At Gunter Hill, campers appreciate the room to spread out. "The sites are nicely spaced out so even if there had been a lot of people there, it wouldn't have felt too crowded. Large old trees with beautiful Spanish moss provide plenty of shade in the sites," reports Sarah C.
Natural springs: The cold springs at Blue Springs State Park draw visitors seeking relief from Alabama heat. A visitor observed, "The main attraction in this state park is the spring fed pool. There is a lot of nice grassy areas plus a playground but everyone was in the water."
What you should know
Site specifications: Many campgrounds provide concrete pads but varying levels of levelness. At Deer Run RV Park, one camper reported, "We stayed at site 60, which featured full hookups (FHUs) and a level cement pad with well-positioned utilities. Water pressure was high, so we used a reducer."
Weather considerations: Early spring and late fall offer the best camping weather in the Troy area. Summer temperatures regularly reach 90°F+ with high humidity. "We camped here recently as a large family group. While our camping space could barely be called that, the park was quite nice. It was clean and well maintained," noted John W. about Blue Springs in July.
Insect preparations: Bring insect repellent, especially during warmer months. As one camper at Frank Jackson State Park observed, "Nice park. There is still some tree down from storms. And there were tons of ant. We even pretreated around the site and at any part of the camper that touched the ground and we still got ants."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. At Ozark-Fort Rucker KOA, located about 30 miles from Troy, "My kids and I absolutely loved it here. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We did tent 'glamping' so we had electric, water and wifi nearby but still enjoyed our time away from concrete buildings."
Swimming options: Natural water features provide summer cooling opportunities. "The springs are very pretty and great for a natural spring...the springs themselves were awesome (if you can stand the verrry cold water)," explains one visitor to Blue Springs State Park.
Camp store access: Some campgrounds provide on-site stores with essential items. A camper at Ozark-Fort Rucker KOA noted, "Sweet on and off 231 all paved pull through sites. Catch and release pond, camp store, propane, showers, laundry, close to restaurants. Everyone is escorted to their site by the wonderful owner and her staff."
Tips from RVers
Satellite reception: Tree coverage affects satellite service at some campgrounds. At Deer Run RV Park, visitors have noted, "The older section of the CG is shaded with mature trees, while the newer area has fewer, making it ideal for satellite users."
Full hookup availability: Many of the best places to camp near Troy, Alabama offer complete utility connections. One Frank Jackson State Park visitor shared, "This was one of the better parks on this trip. Most sites are on the water and with great views of the lake. We chose #2 which was great. Site 1 was a good ways away, behind us so to speak, and to our door side was a good expanse of trees & brush."
Road noise considerations: Highway proximity can impact camping experience. At Deer Run RV Park, a camper warned, "The only thing that dropped a star was the sounds from the highway was absolutely overwhelming. It was so loud we had a hard night sleeping. Would not recommend the stay if you're not staying in something to block out sound."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Troy, AL?
Which is the most popular campground near Troy, AL?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Troy, AL is Walnut Creek RV Park with a 5-star rating from 9 reviews.
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