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Prairie Creek (Al)
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — LOWNDESBORO · Alabama · Alabama River Lakes
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Alabama River Lakes |
| Location | LOWNDESBORO · Alabama · Alabama River Lakes · 32.33750, -86.76944 · Map |
| Sites | 62 public sites counted from the federal listing — 55 standard electric; 7 tent only 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 62 of 62 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 62 of 62 sites Sewer hookups at 1 of 62 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 1 of 62 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 120 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 55 sites · 30 ft: 55 sites · 35 ft: 49 sites · 40 ft: 49 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 62 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 2 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 334-418-4919 |
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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 Prairie Creek Campground is situated beneath moss-draped oaks on the banks of Woodruff Lake. The lake is part of the scenic Alabama River in the region's Black Prairie Belt.
For sportsmen, the campground offers a wonderful opportunity to relax between fishing and hunting trips. Water sports and hiking are also popular activities. Recreation Woodruff Lake offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish.
Boating, jet skiing and other water sports are big draws to the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access.
The Lowndes Wildlife Management area, located nearby, covers 12,500 acres and provides prime hunting for whitetail deer, wild turkey, hogs and a variety of small game and waterfowl. Facilities This waterfront campground offers 55 family RV sites and seven tent-only sites, all with electric hookups.
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and laundry facilities.
A boat ramp, dock, playground, basketball court and picnic shelter make the campground ideal for families.
Natural Features The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.
Directions, from the listing
From Montgomery, Alabama, follow Highway 80 west for approximately 25 miles. Turn right on County Road 29 and follow the signs into the campground.
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Trip Card — Prairie Creek (Al)
LOWNDESBORO · Alabama · Alabama River Lakes
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | LOWNDESBORO · Alabama · Alabama River Lakes |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 62 · full hookups at 1 |
| Max RV | Up to 120 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 62 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232679 · 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.