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Alabama’s largest state park offers scenic landscapes, and an impressive array of ways to play.

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Argo’s Park & Trails

13 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Mount Olive, AL

We are conveniently located 15 miles north of Birmingham AL and 2 miles off of Interstate 65. Our property is approx 21 acres of beautiful hardwoods and pine trees. The front 7 acres is a mixture of open and shaded areas. The back 14 acres consists of trails and roads you can explore. You won’t have any problems finding a place to hang a hammock and relax. There is always wildlife on the property. Come relax and enjoy the land for a few days or come sleep overnight in a safe environment.

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Bohamia - Glamp/RV/Camp

28 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents268 acres · Talladega, AL

Please join us at the land of Bohamia for glamping with luxury beds and private decks, primitive camping in picturesque sites, and RV spots with power and water. Bohamia has an upscale bathhouse with private, hot showers and individual toilet rooms with floor-to-ceiling doors. The bathhouse is within 100 yards of all glamps and RV sites. We also have portalets stationed in the RV/Safari Tent area, at The Barn, and at the pond (0.4 miles from welcome center.) Premium RV spots now available with 30 or 50 amp hookups and water. We do not have sewer hookups or a waste station. Glamp, RV or camp amidst the natural beauty of our 268 acre property; we have open fields, shady spots beneath the hardwoods and pines, and even a five acre pond with plenty of fish if you’d prefer to wake up to a water view or take a morning swim. With miles of trails on our property, easy access to the 392,000 acre Talladega National Forest, and less than ten miles from the Pinhoti trail, you’ll never run out of beautiful places to explore. Be sure to save some time to enjoy the boulder strewn creek just a short walk from our welcome center - it’s a must see! Other local attractions are also within reach with the Top Trails ATV park and the Talladega Marksmanship Park only seven miles away.

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Parksland Retreat

10 sites · Lodging, Tents40 acres · Talladega , AL

Parksland Retreat is a 40 acre forest and nature retreat with off grid facilities and homestead all surrounded by the Talladega National Forest. Parksland is in the heart of Talladega National Forest. Come for a hike on the trails on property, nearby Pinhoti trail or swim in the beautiful creek. Furnished Cabins, Bell Tents and Primitive Camping Available for you, your partner, and/or a group. We have Parking for one (1) car per booking. , and access to the Retreat grounds and waters where we have swimming, and hiking. Clothing Optional Property LGBTQ+ & BIPOC FRIENDLY

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Choccolocco Creek Campground

8 sites · RVs, Tents35 acres · Eastaboga, AL

Convenient stop for the night or a few days for RV’s or Tent campers and a good place to get a hot shower - only a easy mile a half from I-20 exit 173 ( Eastaboga - Talladega Superspeedway Exit ) also a good base camp to see Cheaha State Park - bike at Coldwater Mountain- see the Talladega Superspeedway , Combat Park Flea Market , Oxford ballgames or other area Activities - I reserve one RV site and two tent sites for hipcamp and rent the other five RV sites at the top of hill on a monthly basis - these hipcamp sites are wooded, shady with woods between the other sites to give some privacy while still not far from the unique showers made from the old chicken house feed bins -these showers are very functional and I have been complimented that they are the best showers on the east coast

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Bug Tussle Creek Bend

1 site · RV, Tent300 acres · Colony, AL

Please search Bug Tussle Creek Bend on Youtube to see the site and details on the drive into the campsite. Thank you! 300 acres of family land since 2000. This area was called Boot's Bottoms growing up and the name stuck. There is a rock wall close to the campsite that was a old grist mill site. Plenty of wildlife, bird watching, wildflowers and creek walking. Some old ATV trails for hiking as well. Very remote and quite! Learn more about this land: Setup camp on the banks of Dorsey creek in Bug Tussle. Wooded area with shade in the warm season. Flat ground for tents or plenty of trees for hammocks. Easy access for vehicles directly to the campsite. Fire ring with grill grates present for cowboy cooking. Peaceful with plenty of opportunity to see wildlife. Primitive toilet present. Rock dam in creek is great to entertain kids, old grist mill site couple hundred yards downstream. Logging and ATV present for hiking and wildlife viewing. Deeper sections in creek present for cooling off in warm weather.

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Sunset Hill Farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents7 acres · Parrish, AL

We are a small Homestead in Parrish, Alabama. We have lots of silkie, polish and large chickens as well as 8 nigerian dawrf goats and two adorable ponies. All of the animals are friendly and enjoy being pet. We have a large fire pit in the back property for campfires and fun as well as a composting outhouse for guest use. Come pet the animals and have a nice campfire while looking up at the stars!

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Camp in our clean and quiet RV park

10 sites · RVs, Tents13 acres · Lincoln, AL

Come camp right beside Talladega Motor Speedway. We have plenty of space for you to camp for the night without having to unhook. We can accommodate big rigs! We offer large full hook up pull through sites. We accommodate up to a 75" rig! Large individual shower rooms in our shower house, laundry facility, dog parks, kids park, swimming pool and more! Family/Veteran owned and operated RV Park. Call us directly at for race week availability and rates. We offer weekly and monthly discounted rates, as well as Veteran discounted rates.

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Mt. Doom's Haunted Woodlands

5 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Hanceville, AL

Mt. Doom has over 200 acres of woodlands that have not been cut in nearly a century. We play paintball on a small part of the property on weekends and you can join in! However, 90% of the area is totally virgin timberland and you could walk all day without seeing another living soul. Lots of trails and roadways to hike and views off the mountains at every turn. Less than 1.5 mi. from Mulberry River with whitewater rapids or swimming access. Some say spirits roam these woods but not in a malevolent way, just strange noises, sudden winds and leaves moving or the feeling of being watched. Awesome view of the constellations far from ground light clutter and an eerie quietness prevails. Crows will follow your movements and talk about you right to your face! An unforgettable destination stop that you will mark on your map for every visit you take to Alabama.Learn more about this land:Over 200 acres of undeveloped southern woodlands surrounded by corporate owned timber lands that are fully accessible for hiking or mountain biking. Campsite overlooks 20 miles of unobstructed view from a grassy point on the last mountains in the Appalachian Mountain chains. Very isolated and quiet with good view of constellations at night. Miles of woodland roadways and trails where you won't see another person but might catch a glimpse of any number of southern woodland creatures. A little noisy on weekends as we operate a paintball/airsoft field on part of the property, but otherwise you'd be the only people in the woods for miles around. Paintball "extra" available if you'd like to try a survival game while you are here!

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Full Backyard Hookup

1 site · RV4 acres · Lincoln, AL

Learn more about this land:Very easy access from interstate 20. 2 miles to creek boat launch for fishing and kayaking. Close to legendary Talladega Speedway. 15 minutes to Kayak rentals/shuttle for creek paddling. Enjoy a walk through our nature trail (especially at night with the fairy lights). Come relax and enjoy full power/water/sewer hookup and a sit by the fire listening to the sounds of the woods.

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Pierce Tree Farms

3 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Clanton, AL

I live on a 40 acre property down a dirt road across from a peach & plum orchard, as well as a farm with horses, pigs, u-pick blueberries, etc. Right down the road from a pumpkin patch, too! The camp area is in a valley with privacy and a fire pit. The land is covered in walking trails and a trail map can be provided if needed.

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Smoky Bottom Farms

1 site · RV, Tent3 acres · Clanton, AL

Smoky Bottom Farms offers campers many different options to accommodate your primitive camping needs. A homestead occupied by my wife and I, Hipcampers ourselves, consisting of approximately three acres of beautiful property in a low lying bottom of the surrounding topography. Only 2 miles from "Buckshot Speedway", dirt track fans can enjoy the ultimate weekend. Campsites are approximately 40' x 40' allowing plenty of room for tents, car camping, hammock or small rv camping. Each site has a fire pit. Extra amenities are available at additional cost, such as towels, all natural bug deterrent body wash, all natural bug deterrent laundry detergent, firewood, firestarter, bbq grill, etc. Additional options are subject to change so feel free to submit request ahead of arrival to help better assist you. "The Front Porch" multi functions as the honor area for supplies, along with a common area to relax, watch outside dish network television with ceiling fan, rocking chairs, bug lights and multi purpose fire pit. We accept Venmo, Cashapp and Facebook Pay. Check in after 2:00 p.m. and check out is 12:00 p.m. Early check in and late check out available for a small fee if available. We will work hard to assist you any way possible and we are very flexible.Established

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Breath of Life Farm

2 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Ashville, AL

The Dry Bones Live (Ezekiel 37). The first visit in 2019 to this 21 acres was both a shock and a confirmation. It had everything on our check list and more - nearly flat land, convenient location, but also twice the acreage, a roadbed, diversity, Monarch butterflies everywhere, access to a big lake.....and it was littered with logs!! They were in piles and scattered everywhere. But this particular land was being placed in my hands to steward and to reveal the creativity and loving nature of Yahweh. And that meant not bulldozing or burning the logs. Instead, the task was to breathe life into the logs and the land through gentle stewardship to protect the biodiversity and build good soil. Breath of Life Farm is being regeneratively developed to cultivate elderberries, vineyards, peaches, mushrooms, and small plantations of trees for wood or nuts. My sister, Pam, and I hope that visitors will come to enjoy the seasonal changes of flower colors, watch for foot and hoof prints of wildlife, enjoy the songs of the birds and the frogs, see how many different native mushroom species they can spot, and be marveled by the stars as they sparkle in the dark night sky. Our wish is that through the years, folks return to see the changes and positive impact of regenerative farming practices. To be a witness to the life breathed into this land. We hope you will be inspired, uplifted, strengthened, and energized by the story of Breath of Life Farm. Peace and blessings, SandraLearn more about this land:Drive up to very private site. Beautiful sunsets and night sky. Wildlife, diverse plants, birdwatching. Learn about regenerative farming. Fish/kayak/canoe at lake or creek. Horse Pens 40/Ashville/Springville minutes away (good restaurants). 1 hour to Mentone, Little River Canyon, Lake Guntersville. Video security at entrance.

The best camping near Oak Mountain State Park guide

Overview

About

Conveniently located near Birmingham, Oak Mountain State Park offers nearly 10,000 acres of scenic rolling hills, pine-covered ridges, and lush woodland valleys. It’s a good thing there’s a wide range of tent, RV, backcountry, equestrian, and cabin camping spots, as you’ll need a few days with all the activities that are available. In addition, more than 50 miles of hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails, there is a golf course and driving range, demonstration farm, wildlife center, interpretive center, BMX track, and archery range. If water is more your thing, there’s the stunning Peavine Falls, a cable watersports park, and several lakes where you can go swimming, paddling, boating, and fishing.

Notable campgrounds

Best for convenience: Oak Mountain Campground offers 84 RV and 66 tent sites with a mix of partial and full hookups and primitive sites, and access to 7 bathhouses near Beaver Lake.
Best for comfort: Located near Lake Tranquility, 10 fully furnished cabins (including one accessible cabin and two dog-friendly cabins) let you stay in style.
Best for horse lovers: The Equestrian Campground offers 12 sites with full hookups, fire rings, picnic tables, and a dump station for horse waste.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Book online or call the park (Sundays through Thursdays) to reserve a campsite ahead of time, particularly for busy periods. Holiday weekends must be reserved 3 months in advance. Weekends and major holidays during peak season require a 2- or 3-night minimum stay.
Plan ahead and call the park up to a year in advance to book a 2- or 3-night minimum cabin stay.
Head to the park as early as you can to grab any spots that are still free. Or opt for a backcountry camping site, which are all first-come first-served. Just be sure to register and pay your fees at least one hour before sunset, and be aware that backcountry sites are not available during inclement weather.

When to go

Peak season at Oak Mountain State Park runs from March to October. Beach concessions and canoe, kayak, and boat rentals are only available over the summer. The park and campgrounds are open year round, so consider visiting in the winter when the crowds will be minimal, and take advantage of monthly off-season rates. Just be sure to dress warm as temperatures can dip close to freezing.

Know before you go

The camp store sells snacks, firewood, and limited camping and camper supplies. Pick up other supplies at Birmingham or Pelham.
You must be 18 and older to reserve a campsite, and 16 and older to rent boats, which must also have someone 16 and older onboard.
Fires are not permitted at backcountry camping sites at any time.
Wifi is available at the Golf Pro Shop.
A fishing license is required to fish, and a hunting or wildlife management license is required to shoot at the archery range.