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Camping near Birmingham, South of Alexander City on Alabama Highway 128 you’ll find one of the largest state-owned campgrounds in the United States, Wind Creek State Park. However, that distinction is not the only thing that makes Wind Creek special. Wind Creek State Park is the public's access to Lake Martin.
Wind Creek’s 1,445 scenic acres hug the shoreline of beautiful Lake Martin making the park an angler’s paradise. Crappie, bluegill and striped bass are just a few of the species the lake has to offer. Several fishing tournaments are scheduled at the park each year.
If you're in the mood to test your nerves of steel, journey to the "Chimney Rock" area of Lake Martin. This is one of the hidden gems of the lake. After you test your nerves of steel, take a relaxing visit to Wind Creek State Park's North Picnic Area and enjoy some swimming and fishing on beautiful Lake Martin. After a full day at Wind Creek State Park and Lake Martin, take advantage of the park's only dairy creem, Creem @ The Creek for great food and beverages.
The park’s 586 campsites are spread over 320 acres and offer ample opportunities to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. Campsites include 102-30 amp waterfront campsites, 18-30 amp sewer waterfront campsites, 211-30 amp sewer campsites, 216-30 amp base campsites. For guests who prefer to stay in a camping cabin, the park has seven camping cabins to choose from, camping cabin 2 is handicap accessible. Each air conditioned cabin has a kitchenette and a private bathroom. Guests will need to bring their own bed linens, towels, cooking and eating utensils.
The 39 premium campsite amenities include; water, sewer, 50/30/20 amp electrical, water front access, and TV service. Three of the newly renovated sites are handicap accessible. Bathhouse and playground facilities are conveniently located throughout the park.
Separate from the above campsites we have an area restricted to equestrian camping. These 20 campsites are first come first serve and all have 30 amp electrical and water service.
One of our favorite places to camp. Some of the campsites are on the smaller side, so if you’re wanting room for activities for the kids- pick a waterfront site. They have more room! Wind Creek is well-maintained, clean, and spacious with lots of activities for the kids.
A hidden gem in south Alabama! The grounds are well maintained. Plenty of picnic tables and water access, even on crowded days. You pay by the person to enter for a day pass. Military members get free day pass entry.
Beautiful, spacious, and well-maintained this park offers something for most everyone. There are horses, an archery range, kayaks, boat ramps, glamping, you name it. The bath houses were clean and well stocked when we visited. There were 3 attendants available for incoming guests which vastly reduced the wait time when we checked in. My only complaint was the annoyance of the barking dogs. They seemed to be everywhere. Thankfully, the must be kept on a leash.
