Whippoorwill Vineyards

Whippoorwill Vineyards operates as a small muscadine and scuppernong winery that allows free overnight camping in their parking lot field. Located on private property in Notasulga, the vineyard accommodates up to four RVs or travel trailers on a first-come basis with 24-hour advance reservations recommended. Most parking spots sit on slanted ground requiring leveling blocks, though a couple level areas exist.

The winery opens Thursday through Saturday, when owners Bobby Watkins and staff provide wine tastings and operate their small camp store. Clean restroom facilities stay accessible to campers. This dry camping setup works best for one-night stays, with campers expected to pack in supplies and pack out waste. The rural location provides minimal light pollution for stargazing, and campgrounds near Notasulga offer additional overnight options for travelers passing through the region.

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Location

Private Campground

Whippoorwill Vineyards is located in Alabama

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

32.57352102 N
85.74248667 W

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    AT&TLTE
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Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Campers regularly cited the owner's exceptional hospitality and peaceful vineyard setting. Clean facilities and quiet atmosphere were highlights, though most sites require levelers due to uneven terrain.

Reviewed Oct. 20, 2023

No longer a campsite

I called ahead and found they use to be harvest hosts and that is when they had campers. They no longer host but did allow me to sleep there for the night. Every friendly people and quiet location next to a muscadine vineyard. Nice enough to allow me to use their plumbed restroom as well (I'm in a tiny camper).

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Whippoorwill Vineyards by Kari M., October 20, 2023
  • Review photo of Whippoorwill Vineyards by Kari M., October 20, 2023
Reviewed Feb. 8, 2021

would stay again

Great for one night stays. I called 24 hrs in advance, since I have a car it was no problem to find a spot. The owner was having a bbq with some of his workers but it wasn’t any problem. Bathrooms on site were super clean and accessible.

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Reviewed Dec. 17, 2020

Great for an overnight.

We discovered Whippoorwill Vineyards through Harvest Hosts. But, we learned they allow free camping with the hopes that you'll make a small purchase from this small winery that specializes in muscadine and scuppernong grapes. You do want to make at least a 24 hour reservation. We made ours two weeks in advance.

Officially, the winery is open Thursday, Friday & Saturday and is the best time to stay. However, one of the owners, Bobby Watkins happily opened the gates up for us on a Monday evening, and even offered a free wine tasting. Naturally, we bought a couple bottles.

This vineyard farm is very safe and very quiet as we were the only ones there. Night sky is beautiful with lack of city lights and sunrise is pretty nice as well.

Camping is allowed in their parking lot "field." Just pull in anywhere you want. There are a couple level spots, but most of the area is slanted and you'll want levelers. They allow a maximum of 4 RV's / Travel Trailers.

The place is CLEAN and well maintained. This is a dry camping spot. Pack in and pack out. And, it's really only for one nighters while traveling.

Bobby was super friendly and very accommodating. Would for sure stay there again.

Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Whippoorwill Vineyards by Adam V., December 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Whippoorwill Vineyards by Adam V., December 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Whippoorwill Vineyards by Adam V., December 17, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Whippoorwill Vineyards?

Whippoorwill Vineyards is located at 516 feet.

Is there cell phone reception at Whippoorwill Vineyards?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.