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Best Campgrounds near Hollywood, AL

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Northeastern Alabama's lake and mountain country around Hollywood features several well-developed campgrounds within an hour's drive. Lake Guntersville State Park Campground offers tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations along the shores of Alabama's largest reservoir, while Monte Sano State Park provides wooded campsites in the mountains near Huntsville. DeSoto State Park along Lookout Mountain offers full-hookup camping with access to waterfalls and hiking trails. Primitive backcountry options can be found at sites like Walls of Jericho, where hikers can access remote campsites along scenic creek corridors.

Road conditions throughout the region vary by location, with most state parks featuring paved access roads suitable for all vehicles. Many campgrounds in the Hollywood area require reservations, particularly during spring and fall when moderate temperatures attract the most visitors. Summer brings hot, humid conditions with occasional thunderstorms, while winters are generally mild with rare freezing temperatures. Cell service is generally available at developed campgrounds but can be limited in backcountry areas like Walls of Jericho. A camper at DeSoto State Park noted, "This part of Alabama is absolutely stunning, at close to 1700 feet in elevation, this area provides some of the most elevation in the state with absolutely stunning natural beauty."

Lakefront sites at Goose Pond Colony Resort and Jackson County Park provide direct water access for boaters and anglers. Several visitors mentioned the excellent hiking opportunities as a major draw to the region. Monte Sano State Park features extensive trail networks with connections to the Land Trust of North Alabama, allowing campers to hike directly from their sites. Campers at DeSoto State Park appreciate the proximity to Little River Canyon National Preserve, which offers additional outdoor recreation opportunities. Reviewers consistently mention the cleanliness of facilities at the state parks in the region. While developed campgrounds offer modern amenities including showers, laundry facilities, and hookups, primitive sites provide a more secluded experience for those seeking solitude in Alabama's mountainous terrain.

Best Camping Sites Near Hollywood, Alabama (153)

    1. Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    188 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 657-4050

    $10 - $270 / night

    "Campground Review:East Rim Campground Pro’s: 1-Handicap Accessible, there is a cabin which is also HDA. 2- If your visiting for a get together your right next to the day use area and there is a picnic"

    "But we didn’t let that stop us hiking the West Rim Loop Trail and camping at the Walk In Campsite. We loved the views, waterfalls, and walk ability of this park."

    2. DeSoto State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Alpine, AL
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 845-5075

    $38 / night

    "If you have a large group you want to take camping in Alabama I highly recommend this site. There is great hiking nearby and the sites are large enough for a lot of people."

    "This part of Alabama is absolutely stunning, at close to 1700 feet in elevation, this area provides some of the most elevation in the state with absolutely stunning natural beauty."

    3. Goose Pond Colony Resort Campground

    10 Reviews
    Langston, AL
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 912-0075

    "The location makes it easy to too access the TN River for boating, which is great. However the water next to the campground is relatively stagnant so the mosquitoes here are horrendous!"

    "Right on the water at lake Guntersville, golf course, restaurant, walking trails, boat ramps & docks, play ground, basketball court & much more!"

    4. Cathedral Caverns State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Woodville, AL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 728-8193

    $14 / night

    "If you are looking for a Cave experience in Norh Alabama that little kids can handle, this is it."

    "state employees live fulltime within walking distance of the campsites."

    5. Monte Sano State Park Campground

    78 Reviews
    Brownsboro, AL
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 534-6589

    $14 - $30 / night

    "This site backs up to a draw and each evening just before dust we could watch the deer walk up through.  The bathhouse is centrally located, newer, and cleaned daily."

    "This land trust and state park offers a fun little get away in northern Alabama, just outside the city of Huntsville."

    6. Lake Guntersville State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Guntersville, AL
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 571-5455

    "This is a nice state park in a small town in north Alabama. The lake is really pretty and the campground has a nice view of it."

    "Although the furthest away from a bathhouse, we truly enjoyed this site. It’s “pick your own” and we picked the site next to Seals hiking trail along the water."

    7. Jackson County Park

    3 Reviews
    Scottsboro, AL
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 574-4719

    "We weren’t lucky enough to stay in the gated in area with lake front spots. We had to stay in a gravel lot with full hookups. That was the only downside."

    8. Buck's Pocket State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Langston, AL
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 659-6288

    "Plenty of hiking trails and the primitive camp sites were very rustic and scenic! This area has a lot to do with other Alabama State Parks close by."

    "There are clean and well stocked bathrooms located at the park office and also includes a laundry facility. The office also sells firewood and ice if needed."

    9. Riverchase MHP/RV Park

    1 Review
    Scottsboro, AL
    4 miles
    +1 (256) 254-8757

    $60 / night

    "Enjoy a peaceful, friendly atmosphere close to the city— perfect for both short stays and long-term RV living."

    10. Walls of Jericho - Clark Cemetery Backcountry Campsite

    11 Reviews
    Estillfork, AL
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 968-6215

    "The Clark Cemetery campsite is a moderate sized campsite along the Walls of Jericho trail and is located just yards from the Clark Cemetery and the Turkey Creek Bridge."

    "Close by the creek and close to the Walls. Super peaceful and super beautiful"

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  • Kelsey P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 3, 2026

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    Beautiful Park - 0 concern for safety

    I’ll start with the good- BEAUTIFUL state park. Tons of trails. A hikers dream. Playground for kids and lots of trails throughout. The sites are well shaded, have good cell service, and are pretty spacious. The first row of sites when you come straight in and to the right side all back up towards a road that goes to a planetarium but I can count on both hands how many people and cars are want down it in the week we were there. I think the privacy of theses sites is the best and still a good distance to bathrooms. To get to the campground it can be difficult with how you are going uphill so be mindful. There is a camp store that sells pricy wood and essentials but it’s convenient. A single washer and dryer were in the bathrooms for $1.50 and $1 but the washer leaked badly the entire time even not in use. Bathrooms are probably some of the worst I’ve used. It smelled of rotten eggs to the point you couldn’t be in more than a few minutes without feeling sick and I never saw or noticed them cleaned in the week we were there. Dead bugs on the counter and they were on the Texas chainsaw inspired curtains on the showers too. Not unusable but a cleaning would be nice.

    Now for the bad- during our stay we pretty much had no one in most of the sites around us besides a man that was in the site behind us for a few days and a family across from us. We saw him go through the site across from us and steal an armful of items while the family was gone from the site. He noticed us and said “you snooze you lose” and it was WEIRD. I’ve never once seen someone steal from another persons site before. We reported it to the camp office right away and they did not care. We told the family when they got back and they went to the office and got the same reaction. Even after the family was back at their site, the man moved his chair to just watch the family and their young children for what felt like hours. Maybe myself and the parents at the other site just always happened to see him staring but it was extremely weird and uncomfortable especially with small children around. The family reported it to the hosts and different workers in the office and to park rangers and had to call several more times voicing concerns before they went to the police directly the next day. It’s frustrating that the host, park office, or park rangers had no concern for this and not a single person even spoke to him about this. To allow someone to steal from another site and be okay with it is beyond disappointing. I’ve never seen this happen in all the years I’ve camped, but I would expect someone with the camp to do ANYTHING. We didn’t feel comfortable to leave our site again after that out of fear he would steal from us too and nothing would be done.

    The park is beautiful but the safety concerns outweigh that. We should be able to enjoy the campground and not be worried that none of the staff will help if something goes wrong

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 31, 2026

    Little Farmie Farm Dispersed

    Private little area

    Small gravel parking area off of what appears to be a drive. Nice open field to possibly setup in. Didn’t drive truck on grass. It was cut and well maintained. Large burn pile and old rv on site. Good place to over night. I visited during the day and was not disturbed.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 31, 2026

    Tennessee Wall Camp

    Nice little site for tent camping

    You take a sometimes single lane road to get there. Very windy at points. There is a parking lot to hold 4+ cars. You walk 20’ on trail to first campsite. Nice wooded area with a trail to the water. There are 5 sites with fire pits. There is one private site past the marked site if you keep going you will find a large level gravel lot with a single fire pit that would be much better for van or truck camping. Past this point it turns back into residential.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 31, 2026

    Prentice Cooper State Forest Camp

    Nice wooded spot

    Campground is primitive with a clean vault toilet. There are approx 12 campsites with fire pits. Across the main gravel road is a large spot for off-roading / side by side parking. Main gravel road to campground is smooth no ruts. Campground should accommodate 24’ class b or so. My 18’ truck had lots of room and space for awning.

  • Byron S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 29, 2026

    Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground

    Redstone Arsenal Rv

    I stayed at the newer site near gate 8. The MWR staff (Kyle) was very nice and helped me with some issues I had originally,. The grounds are very well maintained and all the sites are pass through and paved. Each site is vey large and well planned. Full hook ups. Internet is nonexistent in most of the park but my Starlink worked great and cell coverage is good. The commisary is large and there are a lot of activities to do on and off base. There are a lot of military contractors staying there and shuffle around to stay there all year. My main complaint is the bathrooms or lack of. There is only 1 shower and 2 toilets for over 90+ sites. They are run down and trash on floors, dirt, bugs were never cleaned up while I stayed there (trash in cans were always over flowing).The laundry room is older but worked well enough. There are miles of paved walking and bike trails. There are some good food trucks at gate 7 daily at lunch time. The other older RV site is around 10 miles East next to the water(looked run down and mostly long term people. Overall I enjoyed the stay but they should at a minimum clean the bathrooms daily.

  • River C.
    Mar. 25, 2026

    Riverchase MHP/RV Park

    Located in Scottsboro Alabama @ Riverchase RV/MH-Park

    Riverchase RV Park in Scottsboro, AL offers spacious lots just minutes from the Tennessee River, known for great fishing. Enjoy a peaceful, friendly atmosphere close to the city— perfect for both short stays and long-term RV living.

  • Jayden D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 23, 2026

    Blue Hole Dispersed- Crockford-Pigeon Mountain WMA

    Great Place To Bring In Spring

    I’m giving this place a 5/5 starts for my first experience primitive camping on my own with some friends. We were the first ones there so we had the leisure of picking which site we wanted. The designated camping area was recently scorched, so ground critters/excessive shrubbage was minimal. Was easy to find and collect firewood.

    The site we chose has trash/metal in the fire pit and a hallow tree stump was used for a trash can. Don’t be those people. We cleaned up the campsite and made it our own. We had neighbors show up round 9pm, but they were friendly, quiet, and kept to themselves. The area was peaceful and I got some pretty stunning pics. It was truly a great camping experience. I did see a non-venomous rat snake a little ways away from the main camp area, so just watch your step.

    We hiked at Cloudland the next day and it was so packed (we went camping literally the first day of Spring), so if you want a more relaxed, secluded camping vibe close to Cloudland, this is your spot. Highly recommend getting a Georgia land pass before camping here ($30 and easy to get online).

  • W
    Mar. 22, 2026

    Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    Great campsite for all types of campers!

    Stayed at a standard electric site and it was great. We tent camped with our pup and the site was plenty spacious enough to have all of our gear out plus room for the pup to run. All trails are very well maintained and have beautiful views. Only thing I would suggest is if you want some peace and quiet choose the west rim for camping. East rim in directly on the main road and sites are super close together.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 16, 2026

    Mountain Lakes Resort

    Mountain RV Resort

    It was a beautiful place, building were a little old but they have a indoor pool, outdoor pool, showers, bathroom, eating restaurant, store, playground and other amenities. The people are very friendly and helpful.

Guide to Hollywood

Camping near Hollywood, Alabama offers varied terrain from lakeside settings to mountain forests. At close to 1,700 feet elevation in some areas, the northeastern Alabama region features dramatic topography that creates distinctive microclimates. Road access varies from well-maintained paved routes to more challenging forest roads that can become slick after rainfall.

What to do

Cave exploration: Cathedral Caverns State Park provides guided tours through one of Alabama's most impressive cave systems. "The cave tour is a must, but prepare to get dirty," notes a camper at DeSoto State Park. The main cavern features stunning formations, including a unique coin toss ledge where visitors can make wishes.

Mountain biking: Monte Sano State Park offers extensive trail networks with varied difficulty levels. "The hiking is moderate to extreme up and down some interesting rock formations. The mountain bikers and bikers seem to enjoy themselves too, flying down the closed roadway or the steep roadways and challenging themselves on the rocky terrain," shares a reviewer.

Water recreation: Goose Pond Colony Resort has direct lake access for various activities. "Right on the water at lake Guntersville, golf course, restaurant, walking trails, boat ramps & docks, play ground, basketball court & much more!" reports a visitor. The reservoir provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming, with rental options available nearby.

What campers like

Natural amphitheaters: At Walls of Jericho, hikers can access remarkable geological formations. "We had a great time. We got there on a Sunday and pretty much had the place to ourselves. We camped at the bottom of the canyon below the amphitheater," writes one camper. The backcountry site requires a moderate hike with several switchbacks but rewards visitors with unique landscapes.

Seasonal diversity: Monte Sano State Park Campground provides different experiences throughout the year. "I've lived here most of my life and each season offers something different. Summertime you can swim, Spring has full waterfalls and beautiful flowers, Fall has colorful leaves, and the winter gives just enough bare trees and icicles for great pictures," explains a regular visitor.

Privacy options: Many campsites offer secluded alternatives to busier campgrounds. "The West Rim camping loop has a total of 48 tent/RV sites with 30 or 50A hookups, water, gravel tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings. This loop is far more wooded and offers a greater variety of site size and privacy," reports a camper describing Cloudland Canyon, just across the Georgia border.

What you should know

Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly throughout the region. At Buck's Pocket State Park Campground, "There will be little to no cell service or over-the-air TV reception due to the park being in the valley floor. The park does provide good WIFI that could be received throughout the campground." Many campgrounds offer WiFi at central locations to compensate.

Road challenges: Some parks have difficult access roads. "Accessing the campground from the north can be a little bit harrowing as the roads are steep with hairpin curves and somewhat narrow. The route from the south is much easier particularly if you have a large motorhome or a long fifth wheel," warns a DeSoto State Park visitor.

Insect activity: Lakeside camping locations can have significant mosquito populations. "The location makes it easy to access the TN River for boating, which is great. However the water next to the campground is relatively stagnant so the mosquitoes here are horrendous! As soon as we walked out of our camper they dive-bombed us!" reports a camper at Goose Pond Colony Resort.

Tips for camping with families

Junior programs: DeSoto State Park offers educational opportunities for younger visitors. "If you're looking for a spot to carry your kids on one of their first trips, this would be the perfect place. They have scout activities, a Junior Ranger program, playgrounds, swimming pools, and plenty of trails to hike," recommends a local.

Playground access: Many area campgrounds include dedicated children's play areas. "We have camped every GA State Park but four. Hard to beat Cloudland. Large, tons of activities, well-maintained without losing its outdoors credentials... There are cool little wooden play obstacles for the kids in the campground and a huge playground 1/2 mile away inside the park," notes a visitor to Cloudland Canyon.

Site selection: Choose campsites strategically for family comfort. "Sites 4-9 are well spaced from each other and great for tent campers and families who want their kids to have room to play, and while site 37 does not have as much privacy being in the center of the loop, it does have one of the most perfect climbing trees I have ever seen in a public campground," suggests a Cloudland Canyon camper.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: Many sites require adjustments for larger rigs. "We recently spent two enjoyable days at the De Soto State Park improved campground. Site 22 was nice and large and butted up against the trees... The campground was very full, mostly with fifth wheels and motorhomes," reports an RVer. Experienced campers recommend bringing leveling blocks.

Reservation flexibility: Goose Pond Colony Resort Campground operates differently than many nearby parks. "If you plan to camp here, be advised that they don't take reservations!!! I have no idea how, or why they do business this way, but that's how it is. So you show up and hope for the best! We lucked out and got a primitive site on the lake." This can be challenging during peak seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Hollywood, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hollywood, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 153 campgrounds and RV parks near Hollywood, AL and 7 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Hollywood, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hollywood, AL is Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 188 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hollywood, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Hollywood, AL.

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