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Twin Lakes

21 sites · RVs, Tents350 acres · Water Valley, MS
A quiet, country campground with over 12 miles of well-marked trails through old growth hardwood timber. We offer shady campsites and fishing in two private lakes stocked with bass and bluegill. Lakes are for campers only! Campers can pick blueberries when they are in season (June-July)--limit 2 pints per site per day. Wildlife is abundant. You will hear owls and coyotes at night. Often bald eagles can be spotted at both lakes. Other wildlife you may see: deer, wild turkey, raccoons, opossums, fox, bobcat, coyote, rabbits, armadillo, otter, and squirrels. Please do not approach the wild animals! There is a pretty creek for those who like to creek walk. Petrified wood can be picked up in the creek bed. We are only 30 minutes from the University of Mississippi campus for people coming for ballgame weekends. We are only about 20 minutes from Grenada and Enid Reservoirs. These have some of the finest crappie fishing in the United States. We are located 2 miles east of the Trans America Trail.
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Lost Creek Living

3 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Russellville, AL
Enjoy the beautiful, peaceful surroundings of Lost Creek living! We offer nightly/weekly/monthly rental spots for tent campers, car campers, or self contained small camper-vans. We have a place to refill your water but we do not offer any electrical hookups at the moment. Toilet is available. We are located in gorgeous Northwest Alabama. We are 3 minutes from clean, clear, swimmable, boatable and fishable Cedar Creek Lake. BCDA permit is required for use of the lake. ($8.50/daily $12.50/3day) We are located only minutes from many breathtaking waterfalls, caves, hiking trails and an array of creeks and rivers for kayaking or canoeing. Cane Creek Nature Preserve is located 10 minutes away and Bankhead National Forest is 45 minutes. Rattlesnake Saloon is a short 10 minute drive away! You could eat and enjoy a beer inside a really cool cave! If you’re looking for a quiet, safe spot with plenty of nature, bird watching, and peaceful views, this is the perfect spot for you! Well behaved, leashed pets always welcome! 20 mins to Russellville 30 to Muscle Shoals 40 to Florence 1.20 to Huntsville
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Take a walk through history along the Natchez Trace. Discover five separate foot trails totaling 65 miles that wind through Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee. Explore old-growth forests lush with greenery, or walk through the ghost town of Rocky Springs, Mississippi.

Native Americans, ancient wildlife and military soldiers once walked these paths. The original trail spanned 450 miles and was an ancient migratory route.

Sections of these trails vary in difficulty. Some portions include wading through knee-deep water as you cross shallow creeks. Other parts cross major highways, so make sure to watch out for traffic when you come upon a paved road. Some trails are one-way only, while others form a loop. The general rule of thumb is 30 minutes for 1 mile of hiking on gentle terrain.

For a more efficient mode of travel, saddle up as you travel sections of the Natchez Trace on horseback. Horses are not allowed on paved roads or in campsites, although you can park horse trailers near trailheads.

Landforms and scenic areas run the gamut. Baker Bluff Overlook gives you great views, while the same paved trail takes you to Jackson Falls. Access Fall Hollow Waterfall through a steep trail that takes you through deep woods. The reward is well worth the effort, as this isolated waterfall offers a picturesque spot to truly become one with nature.

Along the way, you may see remnants of old mills, ferry dock sites, old towns that time forgot and plenty of wildlife. For a fall weekend getaway, nothing beats the colorful foliage of the trees in late October.

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A Tombigbee National Forest camping adventure offers an unforgettable embrace with nature. This lush sanctuary, teeming with diverse wildlife and meandering trails, promises tranquil campsites nestled amid towering trees. Close to crystal-clear lakes and gentle rivers, it's an idyllic retreat for those seeking tranquility, outdoor activities, or simply a serene spot to pitch a tent under star-strewn skies

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