US Forest ServiceFree
Sipsey Wilderness Boat Camp AL
Cullman, Alabama, Alabama594 ft🗓 Year-round
About this site
Boat-in primitive camping on Lewis Smith Lake in Bankhead NF. Emerald water, towering bluffs, world-class bass.
Peak season temperatures
88°F
Avg high
73°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Virginia OpossumSpring PeeperBluegillRed-bellied Woodpecker
Activities
BoatingRock ClimbingFishingSwimming
Amenities
Boat AccessLake AccessSandstone Bluffs
Site types
Boat CampTent
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Year-round
- Elevation
- 594 ft
- Peak temps
- 73°–88°F
- Rating
- 4.4 (29)
- Coordinates
- 34.0234, -87.1012
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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