7 Spots All Camping Lovers In Alabama Definitely Should Not Miss
By Jennifer Young
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Published May 22, 2021
Alabama offers a variety of outdoor activities for all ages, including camping. There are many wonderful campsites located throughout the state, several of which are located at state parks, in scenic canyons, etc. Listed below are seven of the best spots in Alabama that camping lovers definitely shouldn’t miss.
1. Cheaha State Park - Delta
Cheaha State Park is located atop of Cheaha Mountain, Alabama's highest natural point. It's a wonderful destination for camping and includes 77 improved campsites, 28 primitive campsites, and multiple cabins and chalets. Click
here for more information.
2. Gulf State Park - Gulf Shores
Gulf State Park, which is located on Alabama's beautiful Gulf Coast and is approximately 1.5 miles from the beach, offers 496 improved full-hookup campsites with paved pads, 11 primitive campsites, and three outpost campsites. It's a definite must for anyone wanting to camp at the beach. Click
here for more information.
3. Dismals Canyon - Phil Campbell
Dismals Canyon is one of North Alabama's most popular outdoor attractions. When it comes to camping, its "Sleeping Water" campsite is quite popular, and it can accommodate up to 15 campers. It's also a great location for a retreat. Click
here for more information.
4. Monte Sano State Park - Huntsville
Monte Sano State Park is located atop of Monte Sano Mountain and is a great camping destination. It offers 11 original Civilian Conservation Corp stone cabins that were built in the 1930s, in addition to 21 primitive (tent only) campsites, 59 water and electric campsites, and 15 full hook-up campsites. Click
here for more information.
5. Cathedral Caverns State Park - Woodville
Cathedral Caverns State Park is home to the famous Cathedral Caverns, which boasts one of the largest commercial cave entrances in the world. When it comes to camping, this park offers 11 improved campsites with water and electricity, five of which are RV pull-troughs. Primitive camping is also available. Click
here for more information.
6. Wind Creek State Park - Alexander City
Wind Creek State Park offers both RV and tent camping opportunities. With 586 campsites spread across 320 acres, it's one of America's largest state-owned campgrounds. Click
here for more information.
7. Oak Mountain State Park - Pelham
Oak Mountain State Park covers nearly 10,000 acres, making it Alabama's largest state park. When it comes to camping, this park offers RV camping, tent camping, and has ten fully-equipped cabins that are open all year long. Click
here for more information.
Have you ever camped at any of these spots in Alabama? If so, please share your experience(s) with us in the comments below.
For more information about Cheaha State Park, be sure to take a look at the following article: Few Alabamians Know That Cheaha State Park Was The First State Park In Alabama .
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Cheaha State Park, 19644 AL-281, Delta, AL 36258, USA
Gulf State Park, 20115 State Park Rd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
Dismals Canyon, 901 County Rd 8, Phil Campbell, AL 35581, USA
Monte Sano State Park, 5105 SE Nolen Ave, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA
Cathedral Caverns State Park, 637 Cave Rd, Woodville, AL 35776, USA
Wind Creek State Park Campground, 5033-5001 Wind Creek State Park Entrance, Alexander City, AL 35010, USA
Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Dr, Pelham, AL 35124, USA