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Best Campgrounds near Montevallo, AL

331 Reviews

Montevallo, Alabama camping areas include several established campgrounds within a 30-mile radius, providing options for both tent and RV campers. Oak Mountain State Park Campground in Pelham features tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations with full hookups. Other notable options include Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park with cabin camping and Chilton County Minooka Park, which caters to tent and RV campers. Most campgrounds in the region operate year-round and offer amenities like electric hookups, water access, and picnic tables.

Camping facilities throughout the Montevallo area vary significantly in quality and maintenance. As described in feedback on The Dyrt, "The bathrooms are clean, but there are no showers" at some locations, while others provide complete facilities with hot water. Many campsites require reservations, particularly during summer months when facilities like swimming pools are operational. The terrain is generally hilly with some campgrounds featuring waterfront access for fishing. Road conditions are typically suitable for standard vehicles, though some sites may require caution when navigating with larger RVs. Most campgrounds maintain proximity to Interstate 65, making them convenient stopping points for travelers passing through central Alabama.

The camping experience near Montevallo features a mix of historical attractions and natural settings. Campers at Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park can explore the historic ironworks while enjoying the outdoors. A camper noted, "Nice quiet camping area, nice bath houses, walking trails and wonderful inground pool!" Several campgrounds in the area provide access to trails for hiking, while Minooka Park specifically offers extensive dirt bike and ATV trails. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist throughout the region, with fishing being a popular activity at several campgrounds. While some sites like Birmingham South RV Park cater primarily to overnight travelers, others like Oak Mountain State Park and Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park provide more immersive natural experiences with developed recreational facilities and extensive trail systems.

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Best Camping Sites Near Montevallo, Alabama (68)

    1. Oak Mountain State Park Campground

    96 Reviews
    Hoover, AL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 620-2520

    "It is located only about 20-40 min outside downtown. Oak Mountain has several of options of things to do away from just camping and hiking (which of course are also great to do here)."

    "Oak Mountain State Park is Alabama’s largest state park. Located just outside of Birmingham, it’s easy to escape to nature without being too far off the beaten path. This park is HUGE!"

    2. Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    Green Pond, AL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 477-5711

    $20 - $30 / night

    "Situated on a beautiful mountain side just minute from university of alabama. Camp beside a churning creek and listen to nature."

    "The park is in a great part of Alabama and is located close to a lot of the best hiking in the state. Additionally, the park is set up on an old ironworks plant where many people lived and worked."

    3. Birmingham South RV Park

    18 Reviews
    Pelham, AL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 664-8832

    $35 - $65 / night

    "They put us in a pull though site which was awesome for being easy to make quiet exit. Never I’m hooked the truck."

    "Easy access to highway, very spacious and new bathrooms and showers. Very much enjoyed our stay."

    4. Hoover Met Complex RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Helena, AL
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 739-7400

    "On the outskirts of a parking lot of a stadium!"

    "In addition to the Hoover Met sports complex and sports arena there is a new brewery within walking distance of the campground."

    5. Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park

    5 Reviews
    Brierfield, AL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 665-1856

    "Nice quite camping area. nice bath houses, walking trails and wonderful inground pool!"

    6. Chilton County Minooka Park

    4 Reviews
    Calera, AL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 312-1376

    "Right now there’s about 30-40 spots, spaced out well, and lots of trails! There’s a small lake but it’s only for fishing. Can’t paddle board or canoe here."

    "Lots of trails to hit on the dirt bikes or ATVs. We go for day riding trips once a month or so."

    7. Rolling Hills RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Calera, AL
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 668-6893

    8. Peach Queen Campground

    6 Reviews
    Calera, AL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 688-2573

    9. Wind Creek Atmore Casino RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Stanton, AL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 946-3360

    "This is a nice campground just off I-65 in Alabama. Convenient for trips to the Gulf Coast, New Orleans, or farther west. Previous review said only 18 sites, but there are 28 now."

    "Walking distance to casino and they offer a shuttle."

    10. Cherokee Campground

    1 Review
    Helena, AL
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (205) 428-8339
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  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Oak Mountain State Park Campground

    One of the best !

    Campground was great. Our site on the lake was beautiful and had ducks came right up to our site. Clean and staff were friendly.

  • R
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Chilton County Minooka Park

    Fine for big RV’s

    It’s more of an RV park than campground. There are spaces for tents, but they don’t have picnic tables. The trees are actually behind the sites. So, don’t think about a hammock. The bathrooms are clean, but there are no showers.

  • Peyton P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Hollins Hunting Camp

    Open and quiet

    Best for overlanding/camper/tents. No marked sites, just pull in and find a spot. I got in around 8 and there were only a couple people here, lots of space and easy to find a private spot. Hardly any bugs, no amenities

  • Randi P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park Campground

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — Great mix of nature, history, and family fun

    We stayed at Tannehill Ironworks Campground for a long weekend and had a great experience. We arrived late on a Thursday night and appreciated that the ranger is on-site 24/7, since the campground doesn’t take reservations. The process is easy—you just pull in, find a site, and register/pay the next morning. It was a little hard to find a spot in the dark, but that was on us.

    There are three main campground areas. • Campgrounds 1 and 2 offer full hook-ups, with many outer sites backing up to a scenic creek. • Campground 3 has water and electric only.

    We stayed in site 122 in Campground 1, right on the creek. The sites are all gravel with picnic tables (a little worn—we brought our own table setup). Ours was pretty spacious, and since it wasn’t full, we had empty sites in front of and behind us, which made it feel even more open.

    The creek is peaceful and adds great ambiance, but there’s no designated access area for wading or swimming. That said, lots of kids were playing in the water right near their sites.

    T-Mobile service was decent—we were able to use our hotspot to stream TV at night. There’s no public Wi-Fi, but we didn’t miss it. We didn’t use the dump stations, but they looked clean and easy to access.

    Check-out time is 1:00 PM, and we didn’t see an official check-in time or posted quiet hours. The campground was fairly calm and relaxed, especially at night.

    The best part of Tannehill is everything there is to do. We brought bikes and explored miles of trails, all clearly marked by difficulty level. The park is also full of historical buildings like an old mill, furnace, blacksmith shop, and restored cabins (some are available to rent). There’s a Sunday church service at 9AM, playgrounds, picnic pavilions, a general store, a miniature train ride, and even an ice cream shop.

    If you visit during one of their Trade Days weekends, you’re in for a treat—it’s like a huge flea market with over 400 vendors, food stands, and all kinds of local treasures.

    Tannehill is a unique blend of history, nature, and activities for all ages. We’ll definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a laid-back getaway with lots to explore!

  • Melinda S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2025

    Oak Mountain State Park Campground

    Oak Mtn State Park Equestrian & section B campground

    A great State Park. I stayed one night in the Equestrian campground. They are all pull thru with as remodeled bathhouse. It was extremely clean. Then moved over to Section B of the main camp ground. Remodeled spaces with adequate space for a newbie to back her travel trailer in with no problems. “ What an Ego booster!” Remodeled bathhouses as well and kept clean even on a busy July 4th weekend. Gets morning sun but shade in the afternoon.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 22, 2025

    Birmingham South RV Park

    Ants, Dogs and Smells

    To be fair, the check in and staff were nice. Sites are level and partially shaded. Rules loosely enforced as there were trucks parked on grass which was noted as a very prominent rule on reservation and check in. Ants attempted to infest anything we sat outside (not food related items were specifically targeted as it was a pair of diving boots and our leveling blocks). It was horrible. There’s little to no control over everyone’s dogs. The best you can get is that they are leashed, otherwise, lunging at people or other dogs and barking all throughout the day is completely permitted. The sites are very small and your neighbors sewer hookups happen to be about 3 feet from your site’s picnic table. It’s just gross.

  • Patrick P.
    Jun. 20, 2025

    Birmingham South RV Park

    Nice place ,

    Nice place , but the internet doesn’t work, bathrooms clean

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 4, 2025

    Higgins Ferry RV Park

    Winter Camping

    The host are very nice and very helpful. This was a group event. The spots are very close and perfect from group camping.

Guide to Montevallo

Camping near Montevallo, Alabama, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an action-packed adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the numerous trails available at places like Oak Mountain State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, “The park has so many different activities including hiking, BMX trails, swimming, and more.”
  • Water Sports: If you enjoy water activities, check out the options at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park Campground. A reviewer said, “Trails to hike, water to play in, fishing, history places to see and go through.”
  • Relaxing: For a quieter experience, Gunter Hill Campground offers lovely views and a peaceful atmosphere. One camper noted, “If you have a boat and are a fisherman, you will love this park.”

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Birmingham South RV Park said, “The bathrooms and showers were consistently clean and the hot water was great.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park shared, “Great place to get away and relax. Everyone was super friendly.”
  • Level Sites: Campers enjoy the level sites available at places like Oak Mountain State Park Campground. A happy camper remarked, “The pads are super level.”

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Peach Queen Campground, have limited facilities. A visitor mentioned, “The bathrooms are dirty, and the pool could use a vacuum.”
  • Wildlife Caution: Be aware of poison ivy and other natural hazards. One camper at Gunter Hill Campground warned, “Only downside - lots of poison ivy!!”
  • Accessibility Issues: Some campgrounds may not be fully ADA compliant. A reviewer at Birmingham South RV Park noted, “The bathrooms are old and dingy and not ADA at all.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and water activities. A parent at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park Campground said, “The newly remodeled campground is spectacular. The pads are super level.”
  • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids, especially near water. One camper at Gunter Hill Campground mentioned, “The sewage hookup was very nice to have on a 1-night trip.”
  • Plan for Downtime: Bring games or books for quiet times. A visitor at Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park shared, “Nice quiet camping area with walking trails.”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Hookups: Make sure to verify the type of hookups available. A reviewer at Birmingham South RV Park said, “The power stations are the worst; the concrete at the campsite was so bad.”
  • Level Your Site: Some sites may require leveling. A camper at Wind Creek Atmore Casino RV Park noted, “While they are paved sites, we found that you do have to level out still by around 3 inches.”
  • Stay Connected: Wi-Fi may not always be reliable. One visitor at Hoover Met Complex RV Park mentioned, “WIFI is meh. Would expect more from a city campground.”

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Montevallo, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Montevallo, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 68 campgrounds and RV parks near Montevallo, AL and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Montevallo, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Montevallo, AL is Oak Mountain State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 96 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Montevallo, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Montevallo, AL.

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