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Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground

Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground is located near the Tennessee River, offering a terrain of rocky bluffs and wooded areas. Temperatures in this region range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 90s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge and the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, providing opportunities for nature exploration and educational visits.

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Location

Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground is located in Alabama

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Coordinates

34.468088792102535 N
86.45871999999821 W

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Site Types

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Features

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  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Jan. 1, 2021

Unique Experience!!!

Camping here is a very unique experience and completely different than most other campgrounds so I will try and make sure to include enough details to repeat our trip. This"campsite" is really just a large embankment along the Tennessee River on land owned by the TVA. They have a policy that on certain parts of their land along the Tenessee River you are allowed to camp following leave no trace rules. Make sure to follow the link for the campsite to learn more. Although you can use any of their lands there are limited areas that are flat or large enough to comfortably set up a tent. This particular site(GPS coordinates above) is a great space and was perfect for a night along the river. We parked our car on the southern side of the Guntersville dam and put in our boats at the loading ramp. we then kayaked with our gear in dry bags up the river past the amazing views of the painted bluff. We parked our boats for a quick swim(with life vests, the current was really strong) and hiked around the shore where there is a cave. We continued on upriver and finally found this particular site where we set up for the night. The banks of the river are pretty steep so finding a large enough site can be challenging. Be prepared to have extra time to search for another site if the river level is high. On the whole, this was one of the most amazing camping experiences I have ever had and I highly recommend it.

  • Review photo of Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground by Asher K., January 1, 2021
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  • Review photo of Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground by Asher K., January 1, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground?

    Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground is located at 556 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Painted Bluff Dispersed Campground does not have wifi.