Fall is just around the corner, and there’s no better place for a camping trip than Alabama. Aside from enjoying cooler weather, you’ll be surrounded by all the beautiful fall colors that make for the perfect backdrop to your campsite. It doesn’t get any better than camping during the fall at one of these five amazing camping spots in Alabama.
The paramount feature here is the 90-foot cascade known as Noccalula Falls that empties into the Black Creek ravine. This beautiful vista alone makes it an ideal spot for a fall camping trip. In addition, the park features a paved trail system to enjoy fall foliage walks, along with a petting zoo, playground, children’s train, miniature golf, and natural rock formations. The campground caters to campers of all preferences, whether you want to bring your RV or opt for a primitive campsite. You’ll want to bring your mountain bike to enjoy the over five miles of trails, or set out on foot to enjoy Mother Nature at a slower pace.
Part of the Bankhead National Forest, fall foliage abounds in this beautiful scenic campground. Also known as the “Land of a Thousand Waterfalls,” campers love the multitude of waterfall vistas that make for the perfect photo op. The limestone bluffs and naturally sculpted canyons add to the area’s beauty and will keep you enthralled for hours as you wander your way through the trails. The fish here still bite in the cooler weather, which makes this campground a prime spot for campers.
Situated on top of gorgeous Lookout Mountain, this state park is brimming with natural wonders that are only enhanced by the rich colors of fall. Rent a cabin or book a spot in the campground, or for the daring, you can secure a primitive backcountry campsite that’s well out of reach of civilization. The park features over 25 miles of trails that are primed for hiking and biking, which gives you ample time to walk through the woods and enjoy the visibly changing seasons. And no visit here is complete without a stop to marvel the 104-foot Desoto Falls—it’s absolutely breathtaking!
This popular summer vacation destination is equally impressive in the fall. The campground offers both short and long-term campsites that are perfect for RV’ers looking to settle down for a while. Situated on a peaceful lake, campers love the scenery here, especially as the fall color palette comes alive.
Open until Nov. 30, this Hillsboro KOA is among the very best. And it doesn’t need to be summer to enjoy the magnificent beauty that Wheeler Lake offers. Activities at the campsite include swimming (though it may get chilly for that!), canoeing and kayaking, fishing, picnicking, and a playground for the little ones.
Alli Hill is a freelance content writer and mom of two. She spends most of her free time exploring the great outdoors by trail or by kayak. She is also the founder and director of FreelanceSpeak, a blog to support other freelance creatives.
