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Pickensville Campground

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Pickensville Campground, near Carrollton, Alabama, is a solid spot for those looking to unwind by the water. With spacious, shaded sites along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, it’s perfect for families and anyone wanting to kick back and enjoy nature.

The campground offers essential amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and picnic tables, making it comfortable for both tent campers and RVers. Visitors have mentioned the peaceful atmosphere, with one camper noting, “The whole park is well kept, and so very peaceful.” You can also enjoy watching river barges pass by, which adds a unique touch to your stay.

For those who love outdoor activities, there’s a boat ramp for easy access to the water, and plenty of trails for walking or biking. Reviewers have highlighted the beauty of the area, with one mentioning, “Be sure to check out the mirror lake within the campground.” Just remember to bring some mosquito spray, especially in warmer months!

While the facilities may be a bit dated, they’re clean and functional, ensuring a pleasant experience. Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Pickensville Campground offers a welcoming environment to enjoy the great outdoors.

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Location

Pickensville Campground is located in Alabama

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Directions

From Tuscaloosa, Alabama, take Highway 82 west to the junction with Highway 86. Turn left on 86 west to Pickensville. The entrance road to the campground is 2.5 miles from the yellow caution light.

Address

61 CAMPING ROAD
Carrollton, AL 35447

Coordinates

33.2263889 N
88.2766667 W

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    Verified by 2 users

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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12 Reviews

Reviewed Feb. 15, 2024

Quiet in Feb

Nice river front sites on the Ten-Tom waterway. You get to watch river barges approaching the lock/dam. HOT showers. Facilities are aging but in good condition.

Site127
Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Hugh N., February 15, 2024
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Hugh N., February 15, 2024
Reviewed May. 7, 2023

Great family getaway

Shady & spacious campground along the Tenn-Tom with a boat ramp on calm water just off the main channel. Take your bikes and kayaks!

Site118
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Will G., May 7, 2023
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Will G., May 7, 2023
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Will G., May 7, 2023
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Reviewed May. 17, 2021

Nice Peacefull park

This park is a little out of the way but well worth it.  The sites are spacious and spaced well apart.  Almost all of the spots are well shaded .  The whole park is well kept, and so very peaceful. We enjoyed our stay here.

Site105, 115
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Apr. 20, 2021

Camping in Nature

First things first, don’t follow the GPS! It will take you to the recreation area and you will have to turn around. The campground can’t be seen from the main road. Take side road on left when you see the welcome to Alabama sign on the right. If you are coming from the other direction, you’ll pass the recreation area before you get to the road to turn on. Camping was great! We had a pull through. It was quiet. Bring the mosquito spray, you’ll need it!! Spaces are nice. Be sure to check out the mirror lake within the campground. There are wooded walking docks to walk on. Really pretty! Caught a chicken hawk eating. No issues. Staff is nice. Campground does get a little flooded when it rains, but it didn’t impact our space. Stayed twice within the month. Frogs were loud the first time, second time it was peaceful.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Jaimee D., April 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Jaimee D., April 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Jaimee D., April 20, 2021
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Reviewed Mar. 18, 2021

Tombigbee Barges Up Close

Site 129 is directly on the water with a front row seat for watching the boats and barges. Another pleasant COE campground with friendly and helpful staff. Our stay from 3/14-17/21 is overcast with the threat of tornadoes the evening after we depart. The weather discourages us from paddling, but we enjoy walking through this 176 site campground. Bathhouses and grounds are clean.

  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Cyndi H., March 18, 2021
Reviewed Mar. 8, 2021

Great Swampy Views

Fairly well maintained park. Our site backed up to a swampy portion. Wonderful wooden bridges allowed it to be explored easily.

Bath houses were dated but serviceable.

Verizon service was flaky and bounced between no service to slow.

The owls were loud - which was great. Pretty sure we heard barge traffic foghorns, but they didn’t bother our sleep.

The water ran brown for a while. I’m guessing it just hadn’t been used at our site over winter. It cleared up after a minute and I flushed it for another 5.

I loved it - but maybe because it was my first swamp experience and the weather was nice and cool. I’d imagine the bugs are thick in summer. But that’s nature!

  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Neil T., March 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Neil T., March 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Neil T., March 8, 2021
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Reviewed Feb. 4, 2021

Great as always

Have camped here for years and it is always a very well kept campground. Pads are all level, water and some sewer hook ups are available. Bathrooms are always cleaned regularly. Due to covid they have a limit and you now have to book online at recreation.gov, they do not take cash or card at the gate.

We got to enjoy the park and try out our new Overlanding setup. The river is always so peaceful even when the barges are moving all night.

  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Bruce F., February 4, 2021
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Bruce F., February 4, 2021
Reviewed Nov. 9, 2020

Good basic campground

Large sites, clean bathrooms. Sadly the playground and basketball courts were closed and we didn’t know. We were on the riverside loop, we drove around to the other areas and it was overgrown. We will probably stay here again.

  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Ashley S., November 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Ashley S., November 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Ashley S., November 9, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 14, 2020

Nice Campground

We visit Pickensville Campground a lot because my MIL lives in Pickensville down the road from the campground. Friendly staff. We stayed at site 126. It was on the river across from the bathrooms. Site we stayed at had power and water hookups. They have a community dumping station. I think some of the sites have sewer hookup but ours didn’t.

  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Holley K., July 14, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 15, 2019

The Slums

While the title may scare you away, it was actually quite a nice scene. The lady at the check in told us that’s where the lot we chose was located. We were the only ones who weren’t afraid of the title, so we had it all to ourselves. Clean bathrooms and a Dollar General right down the road. $40 for 1 night with electricity hook up.

  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Adrianne F., July 15, 2019
  • Review photo of Pickensville Campground by Adrianne F., July 15, 2019
Reviewed May. 30, 2019

Love !!!

One of our favorite places to camp . Friendly staff , they are very cautious about the rules which I love. Very clean bathhouses, and sites.

Reviewed Jul. 4, 2016

Great for tents!!

The pickensville campground was a wonderful place for us we were tent camping and there was plenty of shade with the nice big trees around a convenience store was located just a few miles up the road which was great when we needed anything that we forgot to pack

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pickensville Campground located and how do I access it?

Pickensville Campground is located in Pickensville, Alabama along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. When approaching, be aware that GPS directions may be unreliable - they often lead to the recreation area instead of the campground. The campground entrance isn't visible from the main road. If you're traveling from one direction, look for a side road on the left when you see the welcome to Alabama sign on the right. A Dollar General store is located just a few miles down the road from the campground. For the most accurate directions, it's best to contact the campground directly before your trip.

What do reviews say about camping at Pickensville Campground?

Pickensville Campground is highly regarded for its spacious, well-shaded sites and peaceful atmosphere. Campers appreciate the level pads and clean facilities, especially the regularly maintained bathhouses. The riverside sites offer spectacular views where visitors can watch boats and barges navigate the waterway. Staff are described as friendly and attentive to rules, which helps maintain the campground's quality. The natural setting includes wooded areas with wildlife like owls. Verizon cell service can be inconsistent, ranging from none to slow connectivity. Many visitors mention returning multiple times, highlighting the campground's appeal for both tent and RV camping. The location is described as somewhat secluded but worth the trip for its tranquility and scenic beauty.

What amenities and facilities are available at Pickensville Campground?

Pickensville Campground offers water and electric hookups at campsites, with some sites having sewer connections as well. There's a community dump station for RVs. The campground features clean bathhouses with hot showers that are regularly maintained. Recreation facilities include a playground and basketball courts (though these may be temporarily closed at times). The campground is situated along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway with a boat ramp providing access to calm water just off the main channel, making it ideal for boating and kayaking. Many sites are shaded by large trees, and the campground is well-maintained with level pads throughout.

Is there a map of Pickensville Campground showing campsite layouts?

Yes, maps of Pickensville Campground are available through Recreation.gov, where reservations are now required. The campground has different loops including a riverside loop with sites like #129 directly on the water. Site #126 is on the river across from the bathrooms. The layout includes wooded areas with nature trails and wooden bridges that allow exploration of the natural surroundings. For the most detailed and current campsite layouts, check the official Recreation.gov website or contact the Army Corps of Engineers who manage the property.