Alabama State Parks

Note for campers:
If the store is closed or it is after-store hours, stop in at DeSoto State Park’s Lodge or call 256.845.5380 to register for camping.
Contact email: DeSoto.Campground@dcnr.alabama.gov

DeSoto State Park is the place to camp in the great outdoors! The park features improved & primitive campgrounds, with campsites located in a wooded, mountainous setting.

Improved Campground Map (PDF)

DeSoto State Park Map(PDF)

DeSoto State Park's Improved campground has a total of 94 full hook-up sites, with 2 comfort stations centrally located. Each site can accommodate any size of large camping units. Tents are also welcome. Picnic tables & grills are located at each site.

For reservations, please call 1-800-ALA-PARK or 256-845-5075.

Campground Amenities

50/30 Amp Service
Cable TV Hookup
All sites with sewer, water, & electric.
All sites average 16 feet by 60 feet deep
Large offsets for slide-outs and picnic tables. Grills on each site.
Two brand-new comfort stations with coin-operated laundry.
Back-In Sites, Pull-Thru Sites, & 'Buddy' Sites available(Specify what type site when making reservation)

Camping Fees:

All Sites $27.50*

*Prices do not include 11% Lodging Tax

Note: $3.00 Additional fee on Weekends March~October.

Extra Tent Fee: $5.55 per night.

Weekly & Monthly Rates(December thru February Only):
Weekly: $183.15(Includes tax)
Monthly: $499.50(Includes tax)

Two-night minimum on weekends May - November. Three-night minimum on major holidays.
A deposit of one-night's rent is required to hold a reservation. Fees based on 4 persons with a maximum of 8 persons per site. Fees subject to change without notice.
Senior Citizens 62 and over - 15% discount (holiday weekends excluded)
Extra Tent (Dependent Children) Same Site - $5
Cancellation of a reservation has to be within 72 hours of arrival.
Campsites assigned at time of check-in.
Reservations for holiday weekends should be made at least 3 months in advance.

Check out time: 11:00 a.m.

Discounts:
Camping – All senior citizens (62+) and 100% disabled persons are eligible for a 15% discount on camping fees with the exception of holiday weekends. Proof of age and disability is required.

Discounts are not available in conjunction with group rates, special packages, or other discounts.

For more info & to make a reservation, please call the Country Store at 1-800-760-4089 or 1-800-ALAPARK. (Dial 2 for DSP))

Make an Online Reservation

Effective January 24, 2011, the first night's rent will be charged to your credit card on all reservations.

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