Best Camping near Tuscumbia, AL

Tuscumbia is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Tuscumbia, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Tuscumbia. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near Tuscumbia, AL (91)

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    1. Tishomingo State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
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    153 Saves
    Tishomingo, Mississippi

    There are several options when it comes to staying overnight. The park offers 62 RV campsites, primitive campsite area, 6 cabins, 1 cottage, and a group camp facility. The campground is wooded and follows the edge of Haynes Lake. Cabins are located in a wooded area on rocky bluffs above Bear Creek.

    Reservations are encouraged.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $26 / night

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    2. Joe Wheeler State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    39 Photos
    82 Saves
    Rogersville, Alabama

    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 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

    $17 - $256 / night

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    3. Heritage Acres RV Park

    5 Reviews
    12 Photos
    16 Saves
    Tuscumbia, Alabama

    We Want your stay in Tuscumbia to be enjoyable. Our Park is easily accessed and easy to maneuver in with Big Rigs and Fifth Wheels. Every campsite has Water, Sewer, 50 & 30 amp Electric, and 48 Channels of TV. Additionally, we broadcast WiFi Signal throughout the park. You will love our Shower House. Trailer Life/Good Sam rated it a "9.5". It features Tile Floors and Walls, Walk-in Showers, Wheel Chair Accessibility, Heat and A/C, and a Baby Changing Station. Our Coin Laundry is open 24/7 and has 4 Washers and 4 Dryers, Ironing Board and Iron, Tables, Chairs, Soda and Snack Vending, Heat and A/C.

    Propane Dispensing Station on-site

    RV Supplies and Accessories Store

    Owned and Operated by the Williams Family

    Please, Come be our guest!

    Located in Tuscumbia Alabama, birth place of Helen Keller, next to Music Hall of Fame, many local resturants and shopping and other local attractions. We offer clean, level pull thru sites and wide back-in sites. Family owned and operated. Feel free to call owners at 404.625.2070. Thank you.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 - $48 / night

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    5. Brush Creek Park

    8 Reviews
    26 Photos
    91 Saves
    Cherokee, Alabama

    Brush Creek Park is a 50-acre park located on Lauderdale County Road 14 near Waterloo along the Tennessee River. The park features a boat launch, picnic pavilions and individual picnic tables. The campground has no fee and offers limited-stay, primitive camping with no electrical hook-ups. There are public restroom facilities with cold showers and a waste disposal station. There is a maximum 30-day stay allowed.

    For information on either campground, please call (256) 760-5878. Sites are managed by the Lauderdale County Solid Waste office.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
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    6. McFarland Park Campground

    4 Reviews
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    40 Saves
    Florence, Alabama

    The Florence Park and Recreation Department offers rentals ranging from outdoor shelters for family gatherings to camp sites to indoor facilities to entire game fields. If you event is big enough, consider renting our coliseum for the evening or an entire weekend! The coliseum is the perfect size for your event. Not too big and not too small. Perfect for concerts, sporting events, boat and RV shows, gun shows and even wedding receptions.

    With two beautiful campgrounds next to the Tennessee River, you're sure to enjoy your stay. The campgrounds provide RV and tent camping with electrical and water connections, sewer hookups, waste stations, bathhouse and laundry facilities. McFarland Park has 60 campsites. Campgrounds are currently open year round. Our policy is first come first serve. There is no limit on the number of stays, only a limit on the maximum length of each stay (21 days). During the months of September through April there is no limit on the length of stay. For more information call (256) 760-6416 or (256) 740-8817.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
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    8. Thompson Creek Trail Campsites

    10 Reviews
    42 Photos
    233 Saves
    Bankhead National Forest, Alabama

    Trail 206 snakes through a variety of terrain and passes by two of the Wilderness' better natural attractions – the rock formations known as Eye of the Needle and Ship Rock. Wildflowers adorn the creek-side portions of the trail during the spring. The low-lying sections along Thompson Creek and adjoining Whiteoak Hollow are popular camping areas.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Alcohol
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      10. Tuscumbia RV Park

      2 Reviews
      4 Saves
      Tuscumbia, Alabama
      • Pets
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • RVs
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    • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
      Nov. 13, 2024

      Whitten Park Campground

      One of Our Favs

      Our RV GPS and Waze brought us south from Tishomingo via MS-25 to MS-4 to John Rankin Hwy. It’s a more scenic and narrower road than just taking MS-25 south, but there were no issues. We had made online reservations earlier that day for this Army Corps of Engineers Campground (CG) where we get a 50% discount per night using the National Parks Access Pass. We arrived earlier than 2:00 PM when the check-in gate opens, but there was a sign to go ahead and set up and come back at 2:00 to check-in. As we had our site number, we headed directly to pull through site 9 with water and electric(50/30/20 AMP). This was our third time camping at Whitten and we were delighted to find that they had combined site 8 and 9 into one long site. This site still had the old site amenities, which meant that we had double electric pedestals, water spigots, patio areas with picnic table, standup bbq, and fire pit. We were able to adjust our 5th wheel to avoid the several unlevel areas in this very long pull through. As with most COEs, water pressure was good and the electric worked fine. Whitten CG has a lot of mature trees, so satellite is iffy. We had no north shot for our Starlink. However, we got 2 to 3 bars on Verizon and the Mifi worked well for our needs to include streaming. There’s no WiFi in the CG. Site 9 has water view and does not bump up to other sites, which we found highly desireable. During our first stay in 2019, each loop had a shower house with a washer and dryer that we had used. Our last stay was an overnighter and we didn’t need to do laundry, so we hadn't checked those facilities out. This time we were here for three nights and had planned on doing laundry only to find the doors locked. We asked the camp host about the washers and dryers. He stated that the washers and dryers had been closed during COVID and now they were no long functional and weren't going to be replaced. We again enjoyed the trail system through out the CG and recreation area to walk our dogs. The James L. Whitten Historical Center is interesting to go through. There are several fishing piers as well. We came on a Wednesday and were pretty much by ourselves. Both Thursday and Friday campers started coming in around 11:30 AM filling up the CG. The camp hosts didn’t seem to mind the early arrivals and even opened up the office around noon for a few minutes to accommodate check-ins.

    • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Northgate RV Travel Park
      Nov. 13, 2024

      Northgate RV Travel Park

      Good for Our Needs

      Our GPS brought us right into the campground (CG) that is conveniently located off I-65 and US-31. Check in was pleasant and quick. They take cash or check.We were assigned pull through site D-1(water and electric 50/30/20 AMP) behind the office. The advantage of this site, is that it has a yard area as the other sites do not. This is a bare bones CG with no amenities. Most of the sites have FHUs. The pad was plenty long enough for our 40’ fifth wheel and F450 plus fairly level. However, if you unhook and leave, you have a long, slightly curved road to back up on to get back in position to hook your rig up unless the site next to you is empty. The utilities are in the middle of the pad and you can maneuver to suit your needs. Water pressure was good at 50 psi and we got 4 bars on Verizon. There’s no Wifi here but due to this CG being a parking lot, no issues with satellite. Like other reviewers stated, there’s a deep ditch on either side of the driveway when you pull in, so keep an eye on how your rig tracks. This CG filled up the Saturday to Sunday we overnighted and we were assigned one of the few water and electric only sites, but were still charged$45 same as the FHU sites? Overall, this CG worked for our needs.

    • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
      Nov. 6, 2024

      Tishomingo State Park Campground

      Nice park with reasonable pricing

      Stayed here for two nights. This place has everything we expect in a state park. Good roads, good day use area, great bathrooms, good spacing between campsites, beautiful views and camp store.

      Showers were very hot and the bathrooms were very clean!

      The best part was the price. I showed up without a reservation and got two nights with water and electric service for real cheap compared to everywhere else we camped for the last 7 months.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Twin Forks Campground
      Oct. 20, 2024

      Twin Forks Campground

      Picturesque, reasonably-priced lakeside campground

      This city campground has many beautiful lakeside campsites along Bear Creek.  Sites are first-come, first-served.  We camped here in mid-October and had no problems getting a site.  The campground staff were friendly and helpful.

      The site is gravel with large wooden beams surrounding it.  We had to put a couple boards under the passenger side tires to level our rig; the site was pretty level from front to rear.  Easy setup.

      The campground was quiet during the evenings.  Fire rings are not provided, so bring your own fire pit if you'd like a campfire. 

      The park WiFi worked well for us - strong signal, roughly 40mbps download speeds.  Using T-Mobile, we had strong 5G service.

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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.

    • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pickwick Landing State Park Campground
      Sep. 14, 2024

      Pickwick Landing State Park Campground

      Nice stop on rainy night

      Stopped at Pickwick Landing SP on a trip West to the Ozark National River. Nice campground but a little worn around the edges. Campground was mostly empty. We were in site 30, and the only people in that loop on a Friday night. They had recently had a lot of rain, and it rained most of the night. But it didn’t bother us. The asphalt on some of the roads was breaking up making for a rough road. But the campsite was large and mostly level. The bathrooms and showers were modern and well maintained. It is only 20 minutes from Shiloh National Battlefield Park which is worth the visit. We only stayed one night. Also- be sure to visit the Catfish Farm Restaurant. Smoked catfish is outstanding!

    • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
      Sep. 3, 2024

      Whitten Park Campground

      Labor Day weekend

      From the get go at checking in we noticed how laidback and friendly the staff was. We stayed in #26 which has an incline to park the RV which wasn’t a big deal for us. We liked that on the passenger side are view was woods with the lake. The restrooms could used an updated for sure but still very usable. Fishing off the fishing docks was great! Spacing between sites is decent with trees between at most sites. Very friendly family quiet campgrounds.

    • eThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Heritage Acres RV Park
      Aug. 30, 2024

      Heritage Acres RV Park

      Great spot!

      Everything is clean and new and the bathrooms are amazing. Beautiful pool and splash area for kids. Pool table inside the store and a cute macaw named paco is a fun surprise.

    • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from J.P. Coleman State Park Campground
      Aug. 17, 2024

      J.P. Coleman State Park Campground

      Great

      We will be back in the fall for an extended weekend trip. Staff was super friendly and helpful helping us find ice cream during a storm rolling thru. The site we had was up hill facing the lake which worked out with a small trailer.

    • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pickwick Landing State Park Campground
      Aug. 17, 2024

      Pickwick Landing State Park Campground

      Older campgrounds

      Stayed here for two nights. The site we booked was way too close to the restrooms, so we asked for a different location. The staff was great and let us pick a spot to change to. Lots of wildlife that comes out at dark looking for free food!

    • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Piney Grove Campground
      Aug. 17, 2024

      Piney Grove Campground

      Great Camping

      I picked a location just off the Trace to camp and ended up here. Very nice lake side campgrounds. Quite clean beautiful relaxing weekend trip.

    • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Brush Creek Park
      Jul. 28, 2024

      Brush Creek Park

      Only one night

      First impressions pulling in I was thinking it was going to be awesome but while setting up we noticed thrash all over. The wife picked up a full bag of garbage while I was setting up. It was around 7pm we noticed that this camping area is a special spot for tweakers and some sketchy people. They did keep to themselves which worked out. I’d say this location isn’t that bad if you’re a believer in the 2nd and watching out constantly. The camper next to us decided to run the loudest generator from 8pm on. Going to the restroom early am noticed a guy up and watching from a distance. Also someone in the stall having a weird intense conversation with himself and was in there for over a hour. Park does have the possibility of being a great campground with some improvements and someone keeping out the tweakers.

    • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from J.P. Coleman State Park Campground
      Jul. 28, 2024

      J.P. Coleman State Park Campground

      Quick night stay

      Ended up at this location after a crappy night in Alabama. It was very clean nice location. Very nice Mississippi State Park Campground. All the staff were very friendly and Gary was a great guy that we chatted with for a bit after checking in. Restrooms were clean and air conditioned. Family type campgrounds with friendly happy campers. We will be back a lot more in the future.

    • 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.

    • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Pickwick Landing State Park Campground
      Jul. 20, 2024

      Pickwick Landing State Park Campground

      Spaced out sites

      Older campsite some improvements needed in the parking locations. Nice quiet, camping plenty of trees great for the dogs. Watching the squirrels chasing their nuts. We did have a raccoon jump on top of the RV at 1am and I think the wife shit herself! Write that down….

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      Camper-submitted photo from Bama Campground & RV Park
      Jul. 15, 2024

      Bama Campground & RV Park

      Very friendly host, well setup, Would recommend!

      Stayed here on an overnight while driving through the state. Great site tucked in the woods, very private area. Huge field with little light pollution to stargaze. Very friendly host. Would Recommend.

    • Soren B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
      Jul. 8, 2024

      Whitten Park Campground

      Perfect Layover Dog Friendly

      It's the perfect place to stop while traveling through. There are spacious spots, a short nature trail, a swimming area on the lake, and one good restaurant just down the road.

      There are some spots right on the lake.

    • 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.

    • Steve T.
      Camper-submitted photo from Bama Campground & RV Park
      Jun. 2, 2024

      Bama Campground & RV Park

      Very peaceful surrounded by nature lots of amenities. Good people!

      This place is great if you like peace and quiet. Its in the middle of the country side near Bankhead Forest. The campground is nice.

    • Katrin M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
      May. 27, 2024

      Tishomingo State Park Campground

      Campground by the lake

      We camped over the weekend in the old part of the campground. All sites have a firepit and a picnic bench. The sites are not very leveled and some were kinda flooded after heavy rain. It was just a bit run down. The bathhouse was old but clean and had good water pressure. The sites on the other side of the lake were absolutely beautiful and definitely newer. A lot of things in the campground were closed like the pool, lodge, and nature center. It seems they were under construction. The park has several trails to hike on. We did the one starting on the swinging bridge. They was good water access from a creek along the way, which was perfect for the dogs to cool off. We also visited Tupelo, which is about 50 min away. It was very interesting to see, where Elvis was from. I'm not sure if I would camp here again. Maybe in the late fall or winter time, when it's not so hot and humid.

    • SThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Wolf Pen Hunters Camp
      Apr. 21, 2024

      Wolf Pen Hunters Camp

      Good free camping

      Sites were level and clear. A little muddy but it had been raining. No utilities or restrooms but thats to be expected with a free site. Sites are spread out and pretty private. Overall a good free camp site.


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    Guide to Tuscumbia

    Camping near Tuscumbia, Alabama, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot for relaxation or adventure.

    What to do

    • Hiking and Nature Trails: Many campgrounds offer trails for hiking. At Tishomingo State Park Campground, one visitor shared, “The park has several trails to hike on. We did the one starting on the swinging bridge.”
    • Fishing and Water Activities: If you love fishing, Whitten Park Campground is a great choice. A camper mentioned, “Fishing off the fishing docks was great!”
    • Wildlife Watching: Campers at Meriwether Lewis Campground have enjoyed spotting wildlife. One reviewer noted, “Great mornings by the water,” highlighting the serene environment.

    What campers like

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-kept restrooms and showers. A visitor at David Crockett State Park Campground said, “This was a very clean and safe campground.”
    • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy spots. One camper at Pickwick Landing State Park Campground mentioned, “The sites are spacious and not too close together.”
    • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. A visitor at Joe Wheeler State Park said, “Great anytime of year. Fishing, golf, restaurant and many other activities.”

    What you should know

    • Road Noise: Some campgrounds are near busy roads. A reviewer at Natchez Trace RV Campground pointed out, “Roads needed a lot of love.”
    • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For instance, at Clear Creek Recreation Area, one camper noted, “There are dump stations but they are far from the campsites.”
    • Primitive Camping Options: If you’re looking for a more rustic experience, Brushy Lake Recreation Area offers primitive camping. One camper mentioned, “Most if not all campsites have fire pits and picnic tables.”

    Tips for camping with families

    • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. At Whitten Park Campground, a reviewer said, “There are spacious spots, a short nature trail, a swimming area on the lake.”
    • Plan for Bugs: Some areas can be buggy, especially near water. A camper at Meriwether Lewis Campground noted, “Bathrooms could have been nicer but better than nothing.”
    • Bring Outdoor Games: Campgrounds often have open spaces for games. One camper at Tishomingo State Park Campground suggested, “Enjoyed walking on the dock and view of the water.”

    Tips from RVers

    Camping around Tuscumbia, Alabama, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful spot.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • What camping is available near Tuscumbia, AL?

      According to TheDyrt.com, Tuscumbia, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 91 campgrounds and RV parks near Tuscumbia, AL and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

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

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Tuscumbia, AL is Tishomingo State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 47 reviews.

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

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

    • What parks are near Tuscumbia, AL?

      According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Tuscumbia, AL that allow camping, notably Natchez Trace Parkway and Bankhead National Forest.