Bankhead Ranger District
National Forests in Alabama • Alabama
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Camping in developed recreation areas is limited to 14 consecutive days and there is a 24 hour waiting period to return. Camping in dispersed areas (hunt camps) is limited to 21 consecutive days. There is a 10 day waiting period before returning to the same area/location.
Don't forget:
Leaving camping equipment unattended for more than 24 hours in a developed recreation area is prohibited.
Campfires must be attended at all times and extinguished completely when you leave.
Campers/trailers on National Forest land must be properly licensed or registered.
Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs)
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Campgrounds in Bankhead Ranger District
Clear Creek Campground
The Clear Creek Recreation Area has become one of Alabama's most popular recreation areas and …
Corinth Campground
The Corinth Recreation Area is a state-of-the art campground located on the on the shores …
Houston Campground
Houston Recreation Area offers 14 picnic sites, a group shelter for up to 50 persons, …
Mcdougle
McDougal Camp is a hunt camp available for primitive camping.
Owl Creek
The Owl Creek Horse Camp provides primitive overnight campsites for trail riders on a first …
About Bankhead Ranger District
Bankhead Ranger District is a ranger district within National Forests in Alabama in Alabama. This district allows dispersed camping on National Forest land.
Always check current conditions and fire restrictions before camping. Follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash.
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