Overview Prairie Creek Campground is situated beneath moss-draped oaks on the banks of Woodruff Lake. The lake is part of the scenic Alabama River in the region's Black Prairie Belt. For sportsmen, the campground offers a wonderful opportunity to relax between fishing and hunting trips. Water sports and hiking are also…
Overview Prairie Creek Campground is situated beneath moss-draped oaks on the banks of Woodruff Lake. The lake is part of the scenic Alabama River in the region's Black Prairie Belt. For sportsmen, the campground offers a wonderful opportunity to relax between fishing and hunting trips. Water sports and hiking are also popular activities.Recreation Woodruff Lake offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish. Boating, jet skiing and other water sports are big draws to the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The Lowndes Wildlife Management area, located nearby, covers 12,500 acres and provides prime hunting for whitetail deer, wild turkey, hogs and a variety of small game and waterfowl.Facilities This waterfront campground offers 55 family RV sites and seven tent-only sites, all with electric hookups.Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and laundry facilities. A boat ramp, dock, playground, basketball court and picnic shelter make the campground ideal for families. Natural Features The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.
Photos
PRAIRIE CREEK PULL THROUGH SITE — USACEA photo of facility PRAIRIE CREEK. Picnic shelter. — Christina CollinsA photo of facility PRAIRIE CREEK. Beaver Point playground.
— Christina CollinsPrairie Creek Eagle’s Roost Loop restroom and laundry facility. — USACEA photo of facility PRAIRIE CREEK. Beaver Point restroom and laundry facility. — Christina CollinsA photo of facility PRAIRIE CREEK. Eagles Roost Loop playground. — Christina Collins
How to Get There
From Montgomery, Alabama, follow Highway 80 west for approximately 25 miles. Turn right on County Road 29 and follow the signs into the campground.
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Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to PRAIRIE CREEK (AL)
Heading to PRAIRIE CREEK (AL)? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for PRAIRIE CREEK (AL)?
No central reservation system listed for PRAIRIE CREEK (AL). Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232679) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to PRAIRIE CREEK (AL)?
From Montgomery, Alabama, follow Highway 80 west for approximately 25 miles. Turn right on County Road 29 and follow the signs into the campground.
