Chilatchee Creek

Alabama River Lakes — riverside, fishing

Location: ALBERTA, AL, AL

Price: From $14 per night

Price range: $14–$26 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (131 reviews)

Season: May through October

Chilatchee 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 Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.The park offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/chilatchee-creek to be notified when sites open up.

Chilatchee Creek sits on scenic Dannelly Reservoir with excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, plus boating and hiking opportunities. The campground offers 52 sites with amenities including flush toilets, showers, drinking water, fire rings, and a dump station.

Wildlife alert: Northern Cottonmouth snakes present in the area; also Stripe-necked Musk Turtles and Rough Greensnakes. Whitetail deer and various bird species including Tufted Titmouse, Pine Warbler, and Eastern Phoebe.

Insider tips for Chilatchee Creek: Book early—this is a popular federal campground Only select sites have electric hookups; most sites lack water and sewer connections Fishing tournaments and annual festivals held in the immediate area

Skip Chilatchee Creek if: You need water or sewer hookups at your site. You're visiting outside May through October. You prefer year-round operation.

Best time to visit Chilatchee Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Gees Bend Park (Alberta, AL), Bridgeport Beach Shelter (Camden, AL), Millers Ferry Campground (CAMDEN, AL), Training Dike Park (Camden, AL).

Cell Phone Coverage at Chilatchee Creek

Cell signal at Chilatchee Creek (ALBERTA, AL): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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ALBERTA, AL, AL★ 4.3 (131 reviews)From $14/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Chilatchee 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 Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.The park offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV85 ft
Hookups46 electric sites
ADA sites46 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersFishing
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsDump StationBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need water or sewer hookups at your site✕ You're visiting outside May through October✕ You prefer year-round operation

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Only select sites have electric hookups; most sites lack water and sewer connections

Fishing tournaments and annual festivals held in the immediate area

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Northern Cottonmouth snakes present in the area; also Stripe-necked Musk Turtles and Rough Greensnakes. Whitetail deer and various bird species including Tufted Titmouse, Pine Warbler, and Eastern Phoebe.

Location

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Getting there →

From Alberta, Alabama, take State Route 5. Turn onto Wilcox County Road 29 and travel southeast for 11 miles. Make a left on Chilatchee Creek Road and continue for 2 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Alabama River Lakes fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Alabama River Lakes before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Chilatchee Creek cost per night?+
Chilatchee Creek costs $14–$26 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Chilatchee Creek open?+
Chilatchee Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Chilatchee Creek have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Chilatchee Creek?+
Chilatchee Creek can accommodate RVs up to 85 feet.
How do I make reservations at Chilatchee Creek?+
Chilatchee Creek is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Chilatchee Creek?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Chilatchee Creek is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Chilatchee Creek open, and what are check-in times?+
Chilatchee Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$14 /night★ 4.3 (131)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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