The US Army Corps of Engineers manages Lock 7 along the Black Warrior River system in Akron, Alabama. This established campground sits on Corps-managed waterway property, providing access to the river and lock operations. The facility operates under federal recreation area guidelines with standard Corps amenities and regulations.
Campers can find additional options at Jennings Ferry, located a few miles northeast. The campground serves RV and tent campers looking for river access in west-central Alabama, though specific site details and current operational status should be verified directly with the Corps before arrival.
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Location
Public CampgroundLock 7 is located in Alabama
Coordinates
32.78612674 N
87.8359244 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 13 min from Tuscaloosa, AL
- 1 hr 24 min from Birmingham, AL
- 2 hrs 14 min from Montgomery, AL
- 2 hrs 21 min from Anniston, AL
