Published Mar 15, 2023

Spend The Night Under A Teepee At This Unique Alabama Campground

Parksland Retreat in Alabama offers a unique camping experience with options like primitive campsites, furnished cabins, and cozy teepees.

Published Mar 15, 2023

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Published May 31, 2024

Get Away From It All At This Remote And Beautiful Campground In Alabama

Published May 31, 2024

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Just a half-hour's drive south of the state capital of Montgomery and four miles off of Interstate 65, you'll find a Heart of Dixie hideaway at Sherling Lake Park and Campground. Pull up your RV or pitch a tent and fish, birdwatch, and hike to your heart's content. Even if only for a weekend, you will feel a world away from everything but beautiful nature at this picturesque campground in Greenville, Alabama.

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When you're ready to escape in Central Alabama, there are 41 different spaces waiting for you at Sherling Lake Park. All have water and power and 30 also have sewer hookups.

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Bass fishing in the two lakes is a big draw, and golfers will love the adjacent Cambrian Ridge, which is part of the esteemed Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. The family of Daniel M. Sherling and W.T. Smith Lumber Company donated the 300-acre property to the state in 1947 and opened three years later as part of an ongoing Alabama Department of Conservation initiative to increase public fishing lakes statewide.

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If you want to drop a line, there is a fishing fee of around $4 for ages 16 and older. You also can rent boats with or without motors, as well as life jackets.

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While fishing is a popular pastime at Sherling Lake, you don't have to be an angler to enjoy its beauty. The two lakes are connected by the Phillip Herring Walking Trail, which runs along the shore of both.

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The park is part of the Alabama Birding Trails, which calls it "the best woodland migrant site available for miles." The overall birdwatching list here is long! Look for several different woodpeckers, flashy indigo buntings and blue grosbeaks, field sparrows, Eastern bluebirds, common yellowthroats, prairie warblers, hawks, wild turkeys, and many more.

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Leashed pups are welcomed and a familiar sight around campsites and the trail.

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A playground, pavilions, a small conference center, and a bathhouse round out the amenities. High ratings on guest review sites say the amenities are tidy and the staff is friendly and helpful, too.

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I'm with you if you're already loading up your gear to get away to this campground in Greenville, Alabama! And here's a packing tip for a camp chair we can't recommend enough – the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair from REI.

Let us know when you go (or if you've been) to Sherling Lake Park & Campground. We love to hear about the different experiences people have at these beautiful spaces we're so lucky to have here in Alabama.

Updated May 17, 2024

The One Camping Destination In Alabama That Needs To Be On Your Summer Bucket List

Cheaha State Park in Alabama offers a variety of camping options and breathtaking views, making it a must-visit summer destination.

Updated May 17, 2024

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When it comes to camping destinations, Alabama doesn't disappoint! From state parks to wilderness areas, there are many types of camping destinations that will most definitely bring you closer to nature. With summer just around the corner, there's no better time than right now to plan a camping trip. The one camping destination you should consider adding to your summer bucket list is Cheaha State Park. To learn about the best campsites at Cheaha State Park, take a look below.

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Cheaha State Park is located in Delta, Alabama and is the state's oldest continuously operated state park. It's also situated atop of Mount Cheaha, Alabama's highest natural point.

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Cheaha State Park offers a variety of campgrounds, including Improved, Upper Primitive, Primitive, and Group Primitive.

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The two Improved Campgrounds (Upper Improved Campground and Lower Improved Campground) include a total of 77 campsites. These campsites offer 20, 30, and 50 amp electrical hook-ups, water, and sewer. Each campsite also features a grill and picnic table. Check out the maps of the Upper Improved Campground and the Lower Improved Campground.

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The Upper Primitive Campground is located along Tower Road, Alabama’s highest point. There are 26 tent sites available. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, water spigots, and public restroom access. We have a map of the Upper Primitive Campground for you.

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Cheaha State Park's CCC Primitive Campground is located near Lake Cheaha and offers a great nature experience. The campsites at this campground have access to a bathroom and community water faucet. However, they have no picnic table or electricity. Here's a map of the CCC Primitive Campground for you.

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The Group Primitive Campground is the perfect camping spot for larger groups/events such as scouts, family reunions, etc. This campground has five sites that can accommodate nine to 25 people each. Pavilions and bathrooms are not included in the reservation.

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From hiking and mountain biking, to...

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...swimming and fishing, there are lots of other recreational activities offered at Cheaha State Park. So, even if you're not interested in camping, you'll certainly find something fun to do at this state park.

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The primary reason why most people choose to camp at Cheaha State Park is to experience the incredible views. Posted below are just a few of the views you'll possibly experience while camping at Cheaha State Park.

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Incredible views, indeed! If you're interested in more beautiful views at Cheaha State Park, try the 0.6-mile Pulpit Rock Trail. It's a generally easy route with a few more challenging sections.

Have you ever camped at this state park? If so, which campground do you believe has the best campsites at Cheaha State Park In Alabama? Feel free to reach out and let us know. Also, do you think Cheaha State Park sounds like the perfect camping destination to add to your summer bucket list? Why or why not?

As previously mentioned, some of the most incredible views can be experienced at Cheaha State Park. They're positively breathtaking!

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