Gunter Hill
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — MONTGOMERY · Alabama · Alabama River Lakes
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Alabama River Lakes |
| Location | MONTGOMERY · Alabama · Alabama River Lakes · 32.36667, -86.46667 · Map |
| Sites | 140 public sites counted from the federal listing — 140 standard electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 142 of 140 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 142 of 140 sites Sewer hookups at 75 of 140 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 75 of 140 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 175 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 142 sites · 30 ft: 142 sites · 35 ft: 142 sites · 40 ft: 142 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 4:00 PM · Out 3:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 142 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 5 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 334-269-1053 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Gunter Hill Campground offers a peaceful scene of trees and nature on the backwaters of the Alabama River.
The fishing is excellent, providing challenges for the master angler as well as the occasional cane pole fisherman. Boating, hunting and hiking are popular activities. Recreation The area's waterways offer excellent fishing for crappie, bass and catfish. A boat ramp is provided for easy river access.
The Lowndes Wildlife Management area, located nearby, covers 12,500 acres and offers prime hunting for whitetail deer, wild turkeys and hogs, and a variety of small game and waterfowl.
The campground provides a basketball court and playground, offering additional recreation opportunities for visitors. Facilities This year-round campground offers 142 sites with electric hookups. Sites 1-75 are newly renovated sites and have concrete pads and sewer. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and dump stations. A picnic shelter is provided for parties and family functions.
Natural Features The campground is situated on Catoma Creek in a forest of hickory and pine. The region offers a mild climate for year-round camping.
Directions, from the listing
From I-65, take exit 167 onto US-80 west. Continue for 9 miles, then turn right on County Road 7 and follow signs into the campground.
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Trip Card — Gunter Hill
MONTGOMERY · Alabama · Alabama River Lakes
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | MONTGOMERY · Alabama · Alabama River Lakes |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 142 · full hookups at 75 |
| Max RV | Up to 175 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 140 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232593 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.