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Long Cane Recreation Area

Federal campground in West Point Lake

Location: WEST POINT, AL, AL

Price: From $100 per night

Price range: $100–$150 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

Long Cane Park, located conveniently between West Point and LaGrange, GA, offers many wonderful recreational opportunities. Hiking trails, boat launching, picnic sites, and group picnic shelters are all available at Long Cane Park. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/long-cane-recreation-area to be notified when sites open up.

Long Cane Recreation Area offers beautiful scenic opportunities with excellent fishing and boating access via two boat ramps. Google reviews highlight it as a spacious, peaceful destination ideal for family gatherings and water activities.

Wildlife alert: Indigo Bunting, Northern Cardinal, Pine Warbler, Great Blue Heron, DeKay's Brownsnake, Eastern Hognose Snake, Common Five-lined Skink

Insider tips for Long Cane Recreation Area: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 2 tent sites Campground is unstaffed; call (706) 645-2937 for general information Cancel reservations at least 14 days prior for refunds

Skip Long Cane Recreation Area if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You're planning to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer staffed facilities — this location is unstaffed.

Best time to visit Long Cane Recreation Area: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Rocky Point Recreation Area (WEST POINT, AL), Veasey Creek Park (WEST POINT, AL), Amity (LANETT, AL), Whitetail Ridge (LAGRANGE, GA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Long Cane Recreation Area

Cell signal at Long Cane Recreation Area (WEST POINT, 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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    WEST POINT, AL, AL★ 4.6 (5 reviews)From $100/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Long Cane Park, located conveniently between West Point and LaGrange, GA, offers many wonderful recreational opportunities. Hiking trails, boat launching, picnic sites, and group picnic shelters are all available at Long Cane Park. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.

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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
    Hookups1 electric sites
    ToiletsFlush toilets
    PetsAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Boat 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 RV hookups — no hookups available✕ You're planning to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer staffed facilities — this location is unstaffed

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with only 2 tent sites

    Campground is unstaffed; call (706) 645-2937 for general information

    Cancel reservations at least 14 days prior for refunds

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    at campground coordinates

    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: Indigo Bunting, Northern Cardinal, Pine Warbler, Great Blue Heron, DeKay's Brownsnake, Eastern Hognose Snake, Common Five-lined Skink

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    706-645-2937· West Point Lake
    Getting there →

    Take Georgia Highway 29 approximately six miles north of West Point. Watch for the signs to enter Long Cane on the left. Turn right after entering park; follow the road to enter into the shelter parking area on the right.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

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

    Pro tips

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

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Long Cane Recreation Area cost per night?+
    Long Cane Recreation Area costs $100–$150 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Long Cane Recreation Area open?+
    Long Cane Recreation Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Long Cane Recreation Area have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Long Cane Recreation Area?+
    Long Cane Recreation Area is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Long Cane Recreation Area?+
    Long Cane Recreation Area 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 Long Cane Recreation Area?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Long Cane Recreation Area is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Long Cane Recreation Area open, and what are check-in times?+
    Long Cane Recreation Area is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    West Point Lake WebsiteWest Point Lake Facebook Page
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    ●Data sources on this page
    Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
    recreation.gov · RIDB API
    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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    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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    $100 /night★ 4.6 (5)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Long Cane Recreation Area cost per night?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Rocky Point Recreation Area

    WEST POINT, AL

    From $150/night

    Veasey Creek Park

    WEST POINT, AL

    From $75/night

    Amity

    LANETT, AL

    From $26/night

    Whitetail Ridge

    LAGRANGE, GA

    From $36/night

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