Six Mile Creek sits among the stunning landscapes of Alabama River Lakes in Alabama . With 35 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, 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
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Six Mile Creek located in Alabama, offering 35 camping sites.
Six Mile Creek
A Rural campground in Alabama
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. 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. 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. the Black Prairie Belt Is Characterized by Rich, Dark Soils and a Mosaic of Rolling Grasslands and Dense Hardwood and Pine Forests.Managed by: Us Army Corps of Engineers
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 35
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Six Mile Creek Public Use Area
City: , Alabama 36702.0
Coordinates: 32.3241667, -87.0158333
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|shower|dump-station|hookups|electric|water|river|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
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
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 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
⚡ Alabama Power – Prattville Office
Distance: 35.6 miles away
Address: 1651 E Main St, Prattville, AL
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232707
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Alabama River Lakes
- Park Website: /parks/alabama-river-lakes/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: alabama-river-lakes
- Parent Park Name: Alabama River Lakes
- Correct Park Type Mapping: alabama-river-lakes
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 13.0
- States Covered: Alabama
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 444
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 444, 444.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: alabama
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: alabama-river-lakes
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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