Lock 1

Black Warrior and Tombigbee Lakes — riverside

Location: Demopolis, AL, AL

Price: From $40 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lock 1 Park is situated on the historical Tombigbee River cut off. The park offers a boat ramp, picnic shelter, flush tiolets, primitive campsites and parking lot. An interesting feature is the reminance of Old Lock 1 completed around 1897.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Electric Hookups, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lock-1 to be notified when sites open up.

Lock 1 Park offers a well-maintained camping experience on the historical Tombigbee River with amenities including flush toilets, boat launch, and picnic facilities. The park is situated around the remnants of Old Lock 1, completed around 1897, providing historical interest alongside fishing, picnicking, and wildlife watching opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Northern Mockingbird, Indigo Bunting, Swamp Sparrow, Red-bellied Woodpecker, ring-necked snake, Rough Earthsnake, and Green Anole documented in the area

Insider tips for Lock 1: Book early — federal campground with limited availability Boat launch available for fishing and water recreation Site spacing is generous, offering privacy between campsites

Skip Lock 1 if: Seeking RV hookups — most sites have no hookups. Needing camping outside May-October — seasonal operations only. Wanting refunds — no refunds or rain checks on reservations per RIDB policy.

Best time to visit Lock 1: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Service (Silas, AL), Isaac Creek (FRANKLIN, AL), Turkey Fork Recreation Area (Richton, MS), Training Dike Park (Camden, AL).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lock 1

Cell signal at Lock 1 (Demopolis, 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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Demopolis, AL, AL★ 4 (0 reviews)From $40/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lock 1 Park is situated on the historical Tombigbee River cut off. The park offers a boat ramp, picnic shelter, flush tiolets, primitive campsites and parking lot. An interesting feature is the reminance of Old Lock 1 completed around 1897.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

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:✕ Seeking RV hookups — most sites have no hookups✕ Needing camping outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ Wanting refunds — no refunds or rain checks on reservations per RIDB policy

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with limited availability

Boat launch available for fishing and water recreation

Site spacing is generous, offering privacy between campsites

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
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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: Northern Mockingbird, Indigo Bunting, Swamp Sparrow, Red-bellied Woodpecker, ring-necked snake, Rough Earthsnake, and Green Anole documented in the area

Location

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334-289-3540· Black Warrior and Tombigbee Lakes

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 — Black Warrior and Tombigbee Lakes fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Black Warrior and Tombigbee Lakes before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Lock 1 cost per night?+
Lock 1 costs $40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Lock 1 open?+
Lock 1 is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lock 1 have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Lock 1?+
Lock 1 is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Lock 1?+
Lock 1 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 Lock 1?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lock 1 is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lock 1 open, and what are check-in times?+
Lock 1 is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
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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$40 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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