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TVA-Nature Trail and Recreation Area

TVA-Nature Trail and Recreation Area is located near the Tennessee River in Alabama, featuring flat terrain with a mix of wooded areas and open spaces. Temperatures range from the 30s in winter to the 90s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Wilson Dam and the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, offering opportunities for exploration and learning about local history.

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Location

TVA-Nature Trail and Recreation Area is located in Alabama

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Coordinates

34.78000065 N
87.66 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
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  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • 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 Sep. 11, 2019

Free Camping on TVA land

I assumed for a long time that you weren't allowed to camp on the TVA trails, because while there are many hikers and birdwatchers who enjoy the trails, you rarely see anyone camping out there. I learned recently, and confirmed through their website, that you can camp for free on TVA land. It just isn't well advertised. This particular trail is a great area, and there are many little side trails to explore. Plenty of places to make a primitive campsite. Many of the side trails lead to the river. There is even a small beach area down the one that leads along the river to the old train bridge. This trail is rich in history, and there are a lot of plaques telling about certain natural and man made features along the trails. The trails are clean, well-kept, and well-marked. At the trail head and parking area, there is a nice well-kept, clean restroom building with flush toilets. Behind that building, they recently put in a very nice playground and a pavilion with picnic tables. There are not really any ready made campsites with tables or firepits or trash cans, but there are plenty of benches and trash cans along the trails. I highly recommend going to the train bridge. There are also small plaques around some of the plants telling what they are and a little about them. If you want a beautiful, primitive camping area, with nice, fairly modern facilities nearby, this is a great place to go. Also, keep in mind there are several trail heads along this road, and you could potentially start out at any of them, but the particular trail head I mentioned has the best restroom facilities and a wonderful playground. Most of the others only have a parking area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at TVA-Nature Trail and Recreation Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at TVA-Nature Trail and Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at TVA-Nature Trail and Recreation Area?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is available.