Lock 6

Black Warrior and Tombigbee Lakes — riverside

Location: Demopolis, AL, AL

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lock 6 Park is located on what once was a working lock and dam on the Black Warrior River. The boat ramp provides access to fishing and other recreation opportunities. Visitors will appreciate the group shelter and pit toilet conveniently located on the grounds.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lock-6 to be notified when sites open up.

Lock 6 Park is a well-maintained federal campground on the historic Black Warrior River with a natural artesian well and boat launch for fishing and water recreation. The park offers basic amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and a group shelter in a spacious setting.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Box Turtle, Plain-bellied Water Snake, Gray Ratsnake, Killdeer, White-eyed Vireo, Eastern Bluebird, and Coypu documented in the area

Insider tips for Lock 6: Book early — this is a federal campground with limited availability Access the natural artesian well on the property Use the boat launch for fishing and water recreation opportunities

Skip Lock 6 if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at sites. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer camping with more than 1 available tent site.

Best time to visit Lock 6: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Jennings Ferry (Akron, AL), Forkland (Forkland, AL), Finches Ferry (Demopolis, AL), Belmont Park (Demopolis, AL).