Pickensville Cg (Pickensville Al) sits among the stunning landscapes of Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway in Alabama . With 176 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Nov-mar when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Pickensville Cg (Pickensville Al) located in Pickensville, Alabama, offering 176 camping sites.
Pickensville Cg (Pickensville Al)
A Rural campground in Alabama
Overview
Snagboat Montgomery, a National Historical Landmark. Pickensville Campground Is Located Just West of Pickensville, Alabama, on Aliceville Lake on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway.
This Campground Boasts Both a Campground and Day Use Area with Many Activities and Amenities for Families and Outdoor Enthusiasts. Visitors Enjoy Hunting, Fishing, Picnicking, Water Sports and Watching the Barges Go by on the Waterway. Families Can Swim at Pickensville’S Beach, Play on the Multi-Use Court, Walk Along the Wooded Waterfront and Learn About the Natural and Cultural History of the Area at the Amphitheater.
Anglers Can Try Their Luck on the Accessible Fishing Dock or Go Off-Shore in Search of Bass, Walleye, Crappie, Catfish and Sunfish.
Additionally, Hunters Can Seek Out a Diverse Range of High Quality Habitats for Upland Game and Waterfowl Species Along the Lands Surrounding the Waterway. This Facility Offers 176 Campsites That Provide Picnic Tables, Campfire Rings with Grills, Electric and Water Hookups and Plenty of Shade. Some Sites Also Provide Sewer Hookups for RV Campers. There Are Accessible Sites and Restrooms.
Anglers Can Take Advantage of an Accessible Fishing Dock, Boat Ramp and Fish Cleaning Station at the Day Use Area Just Across the Waterway From the Campground. the Day Use Facility Also Provides a Swim Beach, Playground and Picnic Shelters. the Tenn-Tom, As the Waterway Is Known, Extends 234 Miles From the Tennessee River to the Junction of the Tombigbee River in Alabama. the Man-Made Waterway Connects the Nation’S Midsection of Commercial Water Transportation with the Gulf of Mexico.
Nearby Attractions
in Pickensville, Alabama, Visitors Can Learn the History of the Waterway at the Tom Bevill Visitor Center Which Depicts an 1830-1850 Era Antebellum-Style Home, As Well As Explore the U. S.Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 176
- Hookup Types: Electric, Water, Sewer
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: No
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 171 Ryan Road
City: Pickensville, Alabama 35447.0
Coordinates: 33.2263889, -88.2766667
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|playground|picnic|restroom|hookups|electric|water|sewer|fire-ring|beach|lake|river|rv|shelter|amphitheater|visitor-center
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: No
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $29-39
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 9 stations
Nearest Market: Birmingham/MOBILE
Notes: Signals FROM Birmingham/MOBILE MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 23 stations (8 AM, 15 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, GOSPEL, NEWS/TALK, Classic ROCK
Local News: WAPI 1070 Am
Market: Birmingham/MOBILE
Notes: 8 AM, 15 FM Stations from Birmingham/Mobile
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ FCI Aliceville
Distance: 6.0 miles away
Address: 11070 Highway 14, Aliceville, AL
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Basic-charging-available • Standard-connectors
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232669
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
- Park Website: /parks/tennessee-tombigbee-waterway/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Other
- Parks Post Name: tennessee-tombigbee-waterway
- Parent Park Name: Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway
- Correct Park Type Mapping: tennessee-tombigbee-waterway
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 23.0
- States Covered: Mississippi, Alabama
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 441
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 441, 441.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: alabama
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: other
- Parent Park Slug: tennessee-tombigbee-waterway
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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