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Daphne, Alabama is a charming city located on the Gulf Coast in Baldwin County. It offers visitors a variety of outdoor activities and attractions to enjoy. Camping is one of the most popular ways to unwind after a long week and experience all that Daphne’s mother nature has to offer. Here are several RV and tent campgrounds near Daphne for those looking for a night under the stars.

Bellingrath RV Park

Bellingrath RV Park
Bellingrath RV Park

The first campground near Daphne is Bellingrath RV Park in Theodore, AL. This well maintained facility provides mainly RV campsites that can accommodate all sizes. Why we put in on our list is due to it’s proximity to so many great attractions around Daphne, Mobile, and the Gulf Shores.

Main amenities include:

  • 56 Full hookups
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Cable TV
  • Bath House
  • Laundry Room with washers and dryers
  • Party Shelter
  • Pets welcome (small animals)

Nearby Attractions:

Address: 7690 Bellingrath Rd, Theodore, AL 36582 | Phone: (251) 653-9317 | Website

Meaher State Park

Meaher State Park
Meaher State Park

Another great option just outside of town is Meaher State Park located in Spanish Fort across Mobile Bay from Daphne’s historic downtown district. The offer one of the larger RV and tent campsites in the area including 61 RV spots with 20,30, and 50 amp electrical, sewer, and water hookups. Each spot has individual tables and grills for cooking. As far as tent camping there are 10 spots available and also include fire pits, tables, and electrical hookups.

Meaher State Park Campsites
Meaher State Park Campsites

The highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time in order to avoid any risk of not getting a campsite. You can either call them or place a reservation online.

Address: 5200 Battleship Pkwy, Spanish Fort, AL 36527 | Phone: (251) 626-5529 | Website

Weeks Bay Reserve

Weeks Bay Reserve
Weeks Bay Reserve

For the true campers who want the full rustic experience, check out Weeks Bay Reserve located about 15 minutes east of downtown Daphne off Highway 98 towards Fairhope on Fish River Road. Here you will find primitive campsites dispersed throughout the parks wetlands. There are no amenities provided, but there are plenty of attractions nearby like kayaking through Weeks Bay Plantation Wildlife Management Area or visiting historic Magnolia Springs which was once home to author Eudora Welty.

Address: 11300 US-98, Fairhope, AL 36532 | Phone: (251) 928-9792 | Website

Big Creek Campground

For something closer into town yet still offering an escape from civilization try Big Creek Campground situated just north off US98 between Montrose Rd & Whispering Pines Drive less than five minutes away from downtown Daphne. While only having 10 sites, each one comes with 20, 30, and 50 Amp hookups as well as water and sewer. This little gem provides everything needed when needing a nice place to stay.

Evans Loop, Coker, Alabama 35452 | 205-657-3990 | Website

4 Best Campsites near Daphne
1. Bellingrath RV Park
2. Meaher State Park
3. Weeks Bay Reserve
4. Big Creek Campground