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Corinth Recreation Area

Corinth Recreation Area
CRA Yellow Hammer 2-2
Corinth Recreation Area Public Boat Ramp Parking Area
Corinth Recreation Area Day Use Bath House1
Corinth Recreation Area Day Use Picnic Pavilion1

Featured amenities

Showers

About Corinth Recreation Area

The Corinth Recreation Area is a state-of-the art campground located on the on the shores of the upper part of Lewis Smith Lake in Winston County. Initially built in the 1960s and renovated in 1998 it offers facilities for individual and group camping, picnicking, swimming, and boat launching.   Check-out time for Corinth is no later than 12:00pm the day of departure. Check-in time is no earlier than 2:00pm. This 2 hour window allows our staff adequate time to clean and maintain each site. Two camping loops contain 52 campsites, with electrical, water, and sewer hookups. There are four bathhouses, with warm showers, serving the camping areas. A boat ramp is provided for campers. An entrance station with an electronic gate is available to control access to the campground. Corinth also offers eight rustic tent camping sites with nearby community hydrants and a bathhouse. No garbage bins are in the campground; users are required to pack out trash and deposit it in the dumpsters by the dump station.  ADA accessible sites are available.  The day use portion of the recreation area focuses on the swimming beach, served by a bathhouse with an outdoor beach shower. Twenty-nine family picnic sites are available nearby, and paved access paths connect all. Near the beach is a 100-person group picnic pavilion, with a flush toilet that serves both it and a portion of the picnic sites. A 1.25-mile hiking path is located along the shoreline of the lake. A year-round boat launch is available, with an SST vault toilet; and it has boat/trailer parking. A separate boat launch is available to the campground.   Welcome to the Corinth Recreation Area...   Use the Recreation.gov Mobile App. Visitors on-the-go can use the Recreation.gov mobile app to reserve and pay for upcoming stays, reducing the need for on-site transactions and cash handling. Download the Recreation.gov app through the Apple App Store or on Google Play. Functionality of the iPhone app available here...   Functionality of the Android app available here...  

Number of accommodations: 58

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Mar 13 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

58 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 02, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 33, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 34, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 36, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 37, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 38, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 39, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 40, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 41, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 42, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 43, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 44, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 45, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 46, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 47, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 48, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 49, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 50, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 51, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 52, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
53, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
54, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
55, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
56, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
57, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
58, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
59, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
60, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (408)

What Guests Are Saying

Corinth Recreation Area is a well-maintained and beautiful campground, offering large, private sites in a serene setting. Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities, friendly staff, and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite destination for relaxation. While some visitors noted the need for more showers and better phone access for emergencies, the overall experience remains highly positive, with many planning to return.

Review Summary

4.5
408 reviews
5
68.4%
279
4
21.6%
88
3
5.6%
23
2
2.5%
10
1
2.0%
8

George L

Verified

August 27, 2021 Stayed at: 17, Loop: Yellow Hammer

5

Our campsite was the largest and most private we have ever had in over 50 years of camping. The rest rooms are immaculate. Jennifer, our campground host was super friendly. My only suggestion is to have more information on Bankhead National Forest and the surrounding area available.

James W

Verified

August 9, 2021 Stayed at: 31, Loop: Firefly

5

Best Camp Ground in North Alabama. Stayed in FireFly Loop, sites good size most are flat with little leveling of rv.
FULL HOOK UP! Clean, Quite, Plenty of room between sites. Staff very friendly. ONLY ISSUE is they close way to soon in the season. They close at the end of October, should keep this camp ground open YEAR AROUND. At least one of the loops if it is a cost issue. I am sure this camp ground would stay full YEAR AROUND due to the mild winters in Alabama.

Michael S

Verified

August 8, 2021 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Yellow Hammer

5

We were in yellow hammer 13. A very large site. Loved the space.
The lady's who worked there were wonderful from checking in through getting soaked during the rain storm on Friday night warning us and explaining that the restrooms were the safe places to go. Will be back again in October.

Debbie K

Verified

August 6, 2021 Stayed at: 16, Loop: Yellow Hammer

5

Always enjoy camping at the Corinth Campground. Not having the bathhouses open is still a inconvenience. The campsites are always clean and litter free and mowed to perfection!

Dana C

Verified

August 5, 2021 Stayed at: 37, Loop: Firefly

5

One of our favorite campgrounds. I was born and raised in Winston County, Al. I got to see the dam being built and the lake filling up. Our friends came for the first time and plan on bringing their son and his family back with them. We like Firefly loop the best and hope to be back before Corinth closes for the winter. We and our friends all live in Tennessee.

Jan S

Verified

August 3, 2021 Stayed at: 23, Loop: Yellow Hammer

4

This is a very quite place. There is very little to do for children unless they go to the swimming area (summer). In the first loop the lots are not right on top of each other. The second loop are closer but still not as close as most campground.

Paul B

Verified

July 26, 2021 Stayed at: 32, Loop: Firefly

4

This park was very enjoyable. There was solitude and large separation of sites. Cellphone service was good as well. This is a very well maintained park. We stayed in the Firefly loop and have no complaints at all. Will keep this on our list of "go back to" locations. We did have to get in the vehicle and travel a few miles to get to hiking locations. The nearest mid size city, Cullman, was about 25 miles away. There were some closer small towns if you just need an item or two. Other than that, good experience.

Betty J

Verified

July 26, 2021 Stayed at: 22, Loop: Yellow Hammer

4

The map on the reservation site is very difficult to tell much about. For a first time visitor, we were reserving with very little to go on. The new camp host, Jennifer, was very nice and very helpful. We were told on the phone that this was a Corp of Engineer park, but we found out it was not and also the discount was very different with our card from Corp of Engineer parks. The rules are the strictest we have ever encountered (regarding the number of tires to touch dirt or grass, the number of cars allowed even for a short period, the rule about not leaving your campsite vacant for more than 24 hours, ) We were surprised at the number of closed bathhouses. Our stay was very nice and quiet while we were there. The park is beautiful.

Tim D

Verified

July 26, 2021 Stayed at: 34, Loop: Firefly

5

Beautifully kept grounds and campsites. Northern Alabama is some Awesome Country!

Mary R

Verified

July 25, 2021 Stayed at: 38, Loop: Firefly

5

Nice well maintained campground. Good sites, nice lake for kayaking. We will return!

Location Corinth Recreation Area

Address:
Corinth Recreation Area
Double Springs, AL, 35553
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 34.105 / -87.32

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
  • THE SWIM AREA IS CLOSED IT WILL OPEN MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. Alcohol is not allowed in Recreation Area. Campground has a two tent maximum per single site. Two vehicles for campers only are included in the site fee. There is a $10 fee for additional vehicles and visitors that will be collected at the campground. Entrance office hours are Mon - Thur 12 pm to 4 pm and Friday - Sunday 9 am to 5 pm., . The Day Use Area is open from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. After-hours access is available by calling ahead, (205) 300-1513. Office hours vary August to October please call ahead. Day Use closes after Labor Day.To see what our campground has to offer you can tour it Monday - Thursday during office hours. A $10 refundable fee if you are out within 30 minutes.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026

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