Alabama's Best Kept Camping Secret Is This Waterfront Spot With More Than 50 Glorious Campsites
Jennifer Young
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Here in Alabama, we have several campgrounds located throughout our state. One of our favorites is Cowford Campground in Athens, AL, which welcomes numerous guests each year. It offers water recreation including swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking, and so much more. For information about this waterfront campsite in Alabama, including why it’s the perfect destination for an unforgettable overnight stay, take a look below.
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Another waterfront destination in Alabama that’s worthy of an overnight stay is Honeycomb Campground in Grant. For information, be sure to take a look at the following article about this massive waterfront campground in Alabama.
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Aside from Cowford Campground in Athens Alabama, what are some more waterfront campsites in Alabama?
Cowford Campground features waterfront campsites as well as water recreation. Here are 7 more of the best waterfront campsites in Alabama:
- Lake Eufaula Campground, Eufaula
- Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores
- Lakeshore Cabins & RV, Jasper
- Honeycomb Campground, Grant
- Twin Forks Campground, Bear Creek
- Brushy Lake Campground, Danville
- Meaher State Park, Spanish Fort
Here’s a previous article with more information about one of the best waterfront campsites in Alabama.
What are some glamping destinations in Alabama?
If you prefer more luxurious accommodations, check out these glamping destinations in Alabama offering a comfortable stay.
- RED YURT/Clear Creek Cove RV Resort, Talladega
- Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, Elberta
- Fairhope Silver Bullet Airstream, Fairhope
- Bear Creek Log Cabins, Fort Payne
- YURT 2/Clear Creek Cove RV Resort, Talladega
- Honeycomb Campground, Grant
- Paradise Pointe Yurt, Bryant
- Crows Nest Casa de Playa, Fort Morgan
- Timberline Glamping at Lake Martin, Alexander City
- Chewacla State Park, Auburn
Be sure to read our previous article featuring more glamping destinations in Alabama.
What are the best state parks in Alabama?
There are so many incredible state parks in Alabama and here are 10 of the best ones:
- Chewacla State Park, Auburn
- DeSoto State Park, Fort Payne
- Cathedral Caverns State Park, Woodville
- Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham
- Joe Wheeler State Park, Rogersville
- Lake Guntersville State Park, Guntersville
- Cheaha State Park, Delta
- Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores
- Lake Lurleen State Park, Coker
- Florala State Park, Florala
Check out this previous article sharing more information about these 10 state parks in Alabama.
What are the best waterfall hiking trails in Alabama?
When it comes to waterfall hiking trails in Alabama, there are so many that are worthy of a bucket list. Here are 10 of the best waterfall hiking trails in Alabama:
- Walls of Jericho Trail, near Scottsboro
- Cave Creek Trail from Cheaha Trailhead, Lineville
- Sougahoagdee Falls, Houston
- Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve, Tuscumbia
- Chinnabee Silent Trail, near Lineville
- Borden Creek Hiking Trail, Haleyville
- Skyway Loop Trail, Ashland
- Alum Hollow Trail, Huntsville
- Little River Canyon, Fort Payne
- Hurricane Creek Park Loop
Here’s a previous article with more information about these waterfall hiking trails in Alabama.