Established Camping
Pickensville Campground
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.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
Overview
Pickensville Campground is located just west of Pickensville, Alabama, on Aliceville Lake on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. This campground boasts both a campground and day use area with many activities and amenities for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors enjoy hunting, fishing, picnicking, water sports and watching the barges go by on the waterway.
Recreation
Families can swim at Pickensville's beach, play on the multi-use court, walk along the wooded waterfront and learn about the natural and cultural history of the area at the amphitheater. Anglers can try their luck on the accessible fishing dock or go off-shore in search of bass, walleye, crappie, catfish and sunfish. Additionally, hunters can seek out a diverse range of high quality habitats for upland game and waterfowl species along the lands surrounding the waterway.
Natural Features
The Tenn-Tom, as the waterway is known, extends 234 miles from the Tennessee River to the junction of the Tombigbee River in Alabama. The man-made waterway connects the nation's midsection of commercial water transportation with the Gulf of Mexico.
Nearby Attractions
In Pickensville, Alabama, visitors can learn the history of the waterway at the Tom Bevill Visitor Center which depicts an 1830-1850 era antebellum-style home, as well as explore the U.S. Snagboat Montgomery, a National Historical Landmark.
Location
Pickensville Campground is located in Alabama
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
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
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