The Alabama River winds through the heart of the state of Alabama, originating just north of Montgomery. This picturesque river is home to many parks but none are quite like the Alabama River Lakes.
The Alabama River Lakes Project, under the management of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, consists of three lakes, Claiborne Lake, Woodruff Lake, and the William Dannelly Reservoir.
Nearly 31 recreation areas are situated on the banks of Alabama River Lakes, allowing the locals and tourists to enjoy this majestic river and its beautiful natural surroundings.
The most undisturbed and primitive lake is Claiborne Lake and is widely renowned for its water recreation sports. William “Bill” Dannelly Reservoir on the Black Prairie Belt offers some of the best fishing and boating opportunities in the state. Lastly, Woodruff Lake has tons to offer with something for everyone and has one of the greatest tourist flow.
RV Camping under the stars and hearing the comforting murmur of the lake waters make this a truly mesmerizing place to camp and enjoy both the day and nightlife.
From Grove Hill, take Highway 84 East, turn to Highway 41 north to the county road 17 to the dam to arrive towards the Claiborne Lake.
Approaching William Donnelly Reservoir from Camden, head to Highway 28 west and drive nine miles to the dam.
From Montgomery, take US 8 and drive three miles to Benton for Woodruff Lake.
Once you are in the general vicinity of the lake, follow the directions to your destined recreation areas.
The beautiful Prairie Creek campground lies in the shades of moss-draped oak trees that are popular in the area, and right on the banks of Woodruff Lake. This waterfront campground 55 RV sites and all of them with electric hookups. Other amenities include a picnic area, boat ramp, dock, playground, basketball court, and a beach.
The maximum RV length at the campground is 110 ft.
Gunter Hill is located in a very peaceful surrounding in the backwaters of Alabama. This campground stays in work all year and accommodates RV campers with its 142 all-electric sites.
Other amenities include drinking water, flush toilets, showers, a dump station, and laundry facilities. A picnic shelter is also available.
The maximum RV length at the campground is 120 ft.
Situated on the very serene and scenic Dannelly Reservoir in Alabama, Six Mile Creek offers 31 family sites for RVs with electric hookups. The campground also offers drinking water, flush toilets, showers, boat dock, and a dump station.
The maximum RV length at the campground is 100 ft.
Chilatchee Creek campground is located in Alabama’s Black Prairie Belt. This scenic waterfront campground boasts 33 RV sites with electric hookups. The campground also comes with drinking water, showers, flush toilets, dump station, and laundry facilities. Fishing dock and fish cleaning station are also here.
The maximum RV length at the campground is 75 ft.
Millers Ferry resides alongside the picturesque Dannelly Reservoir and offers 42 RV sites with electric hookups. The campground accommodates the campers with amenities such as drinking water, fire pits, picnic tables, showers, flush toilets, dump station, boat ramp, fishing dock, fish cleaning station, and laundry facilities.
The maximum RV length at the campground is 100 ft.
One of the most enjoyable activities at the Alabama River Lakes is swimming. Most recreation areas at the waterfront provide a designated swimming spot, away from the water sporters and their toys. A brisk swim in Lake Claiborne’s clear water will refresh you like nothing else. The excellent water quality of the region has especially come to the attention of ecologists and sportsmen and we assure you that you’ll equally enjoy it.
The Claiborne Lake Dam Site is home to a variety of bird species including indigo buntings, summer tanagers, pine warblers, and eastern bluebirds.
Lake Woodruff is more suited for indecisive birders as it provides both wetlands and woods, with red-shouldered hawks, turkey vultures, osprey, and bald eagles on the perch above, waiting for the hunt. Keep an eye out for woodpeckers in the stretch of pinewoods.
The rich lake waters and surrounding woodlands make Alabama River Lakes a must-visit destination for birdwatchers.
When you are tired of all the recreational sports and just want to have a relaxing lazy afternoon, head to the Liddell Archeological site adjacent to the Dannelly Reservoir. This site takes you back in time where once this area was part of a Native American Settlement and evidence of their civilization still exists today, with some artifacts found dating back as far back as 9000 BC.
Situated on the Claiborne Lake in Alabama’s southwest Hill County, Isaac Creek campground boasts a year-round 60 sites with electric hookups. The campground also has a picnic shelter, boat ramp, dock, and fish cleaning station, playground, and a basketball court. Basic amenities such as drinking water, flush toilets, laundry facilities, showers, and a dump station is also offered by the campground.
The maximum RV length at the campground is 80 ft.
The Alabama River Trail is the longest trail in a single state, and water sports enthusiasts can have a great time kayaking, water skiing, sailing, and canoeing in the large body of water. The scenic Alabama River Trail is great for exploring and starts from the Georgia State Line and winds all the way down to the Gulf of Mexico.
Alabama River Lakes are almost 1048 miles of shorelines and 35, 650 acres of surface water, which means it’s nothing short of paradise for boaters. All the recreation areas located at these bodies of water offer boat launching ramps and docks. You can kayak, canoe, paddleboard, sail, and motor your way across these pristine lake waters.
All three Alabama River Lakes offer excellent fishing opportunities to anglers of all ages and skill levels. Claiborne Lake State Park is known for its largemouth bass, catfish, and bluegills. Dannelly Reservoir is sought out for its striped bass, crappie, spotted bass, and larger catfish. Various species of mussels, snails, and crayfish are also found here. Lake Woodruff is home to bass, bream, sunfish, and crappie.
