Alabama River Lakes

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Claiborne Lake is the most primitive of the Alabama River Lakes. Nestled in Alabama's southwest hill country, the lake encompasses over 60 miles of the Alabama River, stretching from the Claiborne Lock and Dam to Millers Ferry Lock and Dam. Claiborne Lock and Dam was completed in 1971 but was opened for navigation in November 1969. It has no power installation. Although the lake remains mostly within the original river banks, Claiborne provides extensive opportunities for water-related recreation.
Bisecting Alabama's Black Prairie Belt, the William "Bill" Dannelly Reservoir encompasses 105 miles of the Alabama River. Dannelly Reservoir boasts an area of about 27 square miles and a shoreline of more than 500 miles. Since opening in 1974, the lake and its surrounding parks have become a recreational center, offering excellent fishing, skiing, boating and hunting. With its great appeal to sportsmen, birders, naturalists and those who just want to "get away from it all," it's little wonder that almost 3 million people visit Dannelly each year.
Woodruff Lake offers such activities as fishing, boating, water-skiing, picnicking, camping, swimming and hiking. The project features 11 parks that are well-facilitated for visitors. Conveniences at the parks include beaches, campgrounds, picnic areas, trails and boat launching ramps. Since construction of the first park in 1975, annual attendance figures have soared to over 2 million.

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Claiborne Lake - From Grove Hill, Highway 84 east to 41 north to county road 17 to dam.

William Dannelly Reservoir - From Camden, Highway 28 west 9 miles to dam.

R.E. Bob Woodruff Lake - From Montgomery, US 80 30 miles to Benton.

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Direction

Leave Hwy 395 at Mammoth Lakes, Hwy 203 and follow Lake Mary Road past Lake Mary. Follow the signs to Coldwater Campground. The trail leaves from behind Coldwater Campground.

Important Information

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Duck Pass Area:

No campfires in Coldwater Canyon, Duck Creek or Purple Lake; and no campfires above 10,000 ft. see Maps of Campfire Restrictions.
Bear containers are required for storage of food and trash.
No camping within 300 ft. of the outlet of Duck Lake or Purple Lake.
Emerald Lake trail and the trail to Ram Lake are not recommended for stock.
John Muir Wilderness regulations apply.
Deadline: Reservation will be canceled unless the permit pick up instructions are completed before the deadline. Instructions are in the confirmation letter.
Only the group leader or alternate leader may pick up the permit; the person picking up the permit must be going on the wilderness trip.
BE SURE YOUR DATES AND TRAIL ARE CORRECT - The entire group must start on the trail on the entry date listed. Reservations cannot be changed or transferred.

USFS Webpage for: Duck Pass.

Long Description

Climbing over Duck Pass to join the John Muir trail, the Duck Pass Trail climbs the forested hillside behind Coldwater Campground and goes past Arrowhead, Skelton, and Barney Lakes before going over Duck Pass. A side trail to Emerald Lake offers an alternate route to Skelton Lake. Common destinations beyond Duck Pass include Duck Lake, with an intense, deep-blue color, and nearby Purple Lake.

Facilities

Bridgeport Beach Shelter Campground

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Overview

Bridgeport Beach is located on the William "Bill" Dannelly section of the Alabama River. Bridgeport Beach offers a designated swimming area and sandy beach surrounded by picnic tables and a large grassy lawn. A picnic pavillion offers group picnicing with views of the lake. The park is located in Camden, Alabama. The park is open April 1 thru Labor Day.

East Bank Beach Shelters Campground

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East Bank Beach is located on the William "Bill" Dannelly section of the Alabama River. East Bank Beach offers a designated swimming area and sandy beach surrounded by picnic tables and a large grassy lawn. Picnic Pavillions offer group picnicing with views of the lake. The park is located in Millers Ferry, Alabama. The park is open April 1 thru Labor Day.

Elm Bluff Campground Campground

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Elm Bluff Campround is very rustic. Water is available but no power. It is located on a beautiful stretch of the Alabama River. Cell service is limited. Please make reservations in advance.

Gees Bend Park Campground

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Gees Bend Park is located near Alberta, Alabama on the William "Bill" Dannelly portion of Alabama River Lakes. Gees Bend Park offers a day use shelter, baot ramp, playground and picnic area.

Holy Ground Shelters Campground

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Overview

Holy Ground Battlefield Park is a beautiful day-use park located in Lowndes County, Alabama. The group shelters are available to be rented with a per day fee. Come and enjoy all that Holy Ground has to offer. From bank fishing, to swimming at the beach area, this park has a little somthing for the whole family to enjoy. Restrooms and shower house is on site.

Charges & Cancellations

There are no shelter refunds.

Isaac Creek Shelters Campground

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Isaac Creek / Damsite East Bank is located on Claiborne Lake in Alabama's southwest Hill Country. Day use shelters are located above and below Claiborne Lock and Dam The lake encompasses more than 60 miles of the Alabama River, and Isaac Creek has great appeal to sportsmen, birders, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors.

Training Dike Park Campground

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Trainig Dike Park is located in Millers Ferry near Camden, Al. Training Dike offers a day use shelter, playground, picnic area and sports fields.

CHILATCHEE CREEK Campground

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Chilatchee Creek Campground is located on its namesake at scenic Dannelly Reservoir in Alabama's Black Prairie Belt. The reservoir sits on the Alabama River and covers roughly 27 square miles, boasting more than 500 miles of shoreline.

Boating, fishing, hunting and hiking are popular activities.

Recreation

The park offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area.

Whitetail deer and wild turkeys roam the park, creating excellent bow-hunting opportunities.

Facilities

This waterfront campground contains 33 family sites with electric hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station.

A fishing dock, boat ramp, fish cleaning stations and a playground offer additional recreation opportunities.

Natural Features

The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.

ISAAC CREEK Campground

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Isaac Creek Campground is located on Claiborne Lake in Alabama's southwest Hill Country.

The lake encompasses more than 60 miles of the Alabama River, and Isaac Creek has great appeal to sportsmen, birders, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors.

Recreation

The area's waterways offer anglers the opportunity to fish for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish.

Boating and water sports are also a main draw to the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access.

The vast expanse of surrounding land allows for bow and shotgun hunting for game like whitetail deer, wild turkey and hog.

Facilities

This year-round campground offers 60 sites with electric hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and laundry facilities.

A boat ramp, dock, fish cleaning stations, basketball court, playground and picnic shelter offer countless recreation opportunities for visitors.

Natural Features

The campground is situated between Isaac Creek and Claiborne Lake, in a forest of hardwood and pine.

MILLERS FERRY CAMPGROUND Campground

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Millers Ferry Campground, also known as East Bank, is located on scenic Dannelly Reservoir in Alabama's Black Prairie Belt. The reservoir sits on the Alabama River and covers roughly 27 square miles, boasting more than 500 miles of shoreline.

Boating, fishing, hunting and hiking are popular activities.

Recreation

Facilities

This campground offers 42 family sites with electric hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station.

A fishing dock, boat ramp, fish cleaning stations and playground provide additional recreation opportunities for guests.

Natural Features

The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.

GUNTER HILL Campground

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Gunter Hill Campground offers a peaceful scene of trees and nature on the backwaters of the Alabama River.

The fishing is excellent, providing challenges for the master angler as well as the occasional cane pole fisherman. Boating, hunting and hiking are popular activities.

Recreation

The area's waterways offer excellent fishing for crappie, bass and catfish. A boat ramp is provided for easy river access.

The Lowndes Wildlife Management area, located nearby, covers 12,500 acres and offers prime hunting for whitetail deer, wild turkeys and hogs, and a variety of small game and waterfowl.

The campground provides a basketball court and playground, offering additional recreation opportunities for visitors.

Facilities

This year-round campground offers 142 sites with electric hookups. Sites 1-75 are newly renovated sites and have concrete pads and sewer. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and laundry facilities. A picnic shelter is provided for parties and family functions.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on Catoma Creek in a forest of hickory and pine. The region offers a mild climate for year-round camping.

PRAIRIE CREEK (AL) Campground

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Prairie Creek Campground is situated beneath moss-draped oaks on the banks of Woodruff Lake. The lake is part of the scenic Alabama River in the region's Black Prairie Belt.

For sportsmen, the campground offers a wonderful opportunity to relax between fishing and hunting trips. Water sports and hiking are also popular activities.

Recreation

Woodruff Lake offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish.

Boating, jet skiing and other water sports are big draws to the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access.

The Lowndes Wildlife Management area, located nearby, covers 12,500 acres and provides prime hunting for whitetail deer, wild turkey, hogs and a variety of small game and waterfowl.

Facilities

This waterfront campground offers 55 family RV sites and seven tent-only sites, all with electric hookups.

Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and laundry facilities.

A beach, boat ramp, dock, playground, basketball court and picnic shelter make the campground ideal for families.

Natural Features

The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.

SIX MILE CREEK Campground

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Overview

Six Mile Creek Campground is located on its namesake at scenic Dannelly Reservoir in Alabama's Black Prairie Belt. The reservoir sits on the Alabama River and covers roughly 27 square miles, boasting more than 500 miles of shoreline.

Boating, fishing, hunting and hiking are popular activities.

Recreation

The creek offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area.

Whitetail deer and wild turkeys roam the park, creating excellent bow-hunting opportunities.

Facilities

This peaceful waterfront campground is open from April - Labor Day and offers 31 family sites with electric hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat dock.

Natural Features

The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.

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