Isaac Creek

Alabama River Lakes — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: FRANKLIN, AL, AL

Price: From $26 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (508 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Isaac Creek Campground is located on Claiborne Lake in Alabama’s southwest Hill Country. The lake encompasses more than 60 miles of the Alabama River, and Isaac Creek has great appeal to sportsmen, birders, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors. The campground is situated between Isaac Creek and Claiborne Lake, in a forest of hardwood and pine.The area’s waterways offer anglers the opportunity to fish for largemouth 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/isaac-creek to be notified when sites open up.

Isaac Creek offers a peaceful, quieter alternative on Claiborne Lake with excellent access to fishing (largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, catfish) and boating. Campers consistently praise it as a hidden gem with beautiful views and friendly park hosts.

Wildlife alert: American Alligator, Eastern Spotted Skunk, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Screech-Owl, and Black-knobbed Map Turtle documented in the area.

Insider tips for Isaac Creek: Book early — it's a popular federal campground that fills up quickly. Only select sites have electric hookups; most sites have no water/sewer hookups. Boat launch access is a major convenience for anglers and water sports enthusiasts. All sites are listed as handicap-accessible with cement level sites per verified reviews.

Skip Isaac Creek if: You need full RV hookups (water/sewer) — only electric on select sites.. You're unfamiliar with federal campground reservation systems — reviewers noted confusing booking process..

Best time to visit Isaac Creek: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though noted as federal campground with seasonal operations variability..

Nearby campgrounds: Isaac Creek Shelters (Franklin, AL), Lock 1 (Demopolis, AL), Gees Bend Park (Alberta, AL), Bridgeport Beach Shelter (Camden, AL).

Cell Phone Coverage at Isaac Creek

Cell signal at Isaac Creek (FRANKLIN, 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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FRANKLIN, AL, AL★ 4.6 (508 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Isaac Creek Campground is located on Claiborne Lake in Alabama’s southwest Hill Country. The lake encompasses more than 60 miles of the Alabama River, and Isaac Creek has great appeal to sportsmen, birders, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors. The campground is situated between Isaac Creek and Claiborne Lake, in a forest of hardwood and pine.The area’s waterways offer anglers the opportunity to fish for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV85 ft
Hookups60 electric sites
ADA sites60 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
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 full RV hookups (water/sewer) — only electric on select sites.✕ You're unfamiliar with federal campground reservation systems — reviewers noted confusing booking process.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

it's a popular federal campground that fills up quickly.

Only select sites have electric hookups; most sites have no water/sewer hookups.

Boat launch access is a major convenience for anglers and water sports enthusiasts.

All sites are listed as handicap-accessible with cement level sites per verified reviews.

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round, though noted as federal campground with seasonal operations variability.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
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: American Alligator, Eastern Spotted Skunk, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Screech-Owl, and Black-knobbed Map Turtle documented in the area.

Location

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251-282-4254· Alabama River Lakes
Getting there →

From Monroeville, Alabama, take State Route 41 north for 8 miles. Turn west onto County Road 17 and follow signs into the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Isaac Creek cost per night?+
Isaac Creek costs $26 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Isaac Creek open?+
Isaac Creek is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Isaac Creek have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Isaac Creek?+
Isaac Creek can accommodate RVs up to 85 feet.
How do I make reservations at Isaac Creek?+
Isaac 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 Isaac Creek?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Isaac Creek is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Isaac Creek open, and what are check-in times?+
Isaac Creek is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$26 /night★ 4.6 (508)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Isaac Creek Shelters

Franklin, AL

From $60/night

Lock 1

Demopolis, AL

From $40/night

Gees Bend Park

Alberta, AL

From $60/night

Bridgeport Beach Shelter

Camden, AL

From $60/night

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