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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
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

Campground Amenities

  • Beach Access
    Beach Access
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water
  • Showers
    Showers
  • Dump Station
    Dump Station

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Mar 13 to Oct 31

Sites & Availability

58 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 02, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 06, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 18, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 19, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 22, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 23, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 24, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 25, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 26, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 27, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 28, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 29, Loop: Yellow Hammer
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 31, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 32, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 33, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 34, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 35, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 36, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 37, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 38, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 39, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 40, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 41, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 42, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 43, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 44, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 45, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 46, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 47, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 48, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 49, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 50, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 51, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
🚐 52, Loop: Firefly
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$46.00
/ per night
53, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
54, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
55, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
56, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
57, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
58, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
59, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night
60, Loop: Tent Sites
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$22.00
/ per night

Reviews (407)

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
407 reviews
5
68.3%
278
4
21.6%
88
3
5.7%
23
2
2.5%
10
1
2.0%
8

tommy b

Verified

June 11, 2021 Stayed at: 18, Loop: Yellow Hammer

5

As always it is well kept, very clean and nice, staff are friendly. The only request I would make is to repair the old swimming area as it was in the 1980's where you could walk the trails from the campground, I have always noticed when we are camping no one is at the newer swimming area.
The beauty is still there and we still try to walk the old trails that holds such great memories and I do believe it would bring in even more people who like us remember when... And the newer swimming has pea gravel which hurt peoples feet and i think that is why they stopped comming to swim. I understand the problem wake boats can cause but just add a larger No Wake area to keep sand on beaches.
Camp hosts are great!!!

Carl M

Verified

June 8, 2021 Stayed at: 27, Loop: Yellow Hammer

5

Kind of a partial review because this is our go to camping destination, but, we'll list the reasons why. Always clean. All of it. The sites, the showerhouses, the beach, the roadways, toilets, showers, overflow area, etc., etc. You can tell that the folks that maintain the place take a lot of pride in the appearance and overall maintenance of the entire recreation area, not just the camping areas. Staff is very easy to work with, polite, professional, and courteous. They have items on hand for sale that will cover the little forgotten things, i.e. beach towels, firewood, ice. As mentioned at the beginning of this review, this is now our got to place to camp. We have a 21' fish 'n' ski plus a 27' fifth wheel and there are numerous sites on Yellowhammer loop that are large enough to accommodate all of our toys. There is also an overflow area that is large enough for boats, vehicles, etc. We used to travel to Panama City or Gulf Shores but haven't been there in several years since finding this little jewel. Overall, for boating and camping, the best campground that we've found to stay. BTW, there is a GREAT grocery store 15 minutes from the campground, in Double Springs, that has the most amazing deli. Everything from salads that are always fresh to sandwiches to sides to dessert items. There are both historical and natural attractions nearby as well - Old Houston Jail, Oldest church in the state, Natural Bridge, etc. We have had nothing but pleasant experiences at Corinth and stay there at least 3 to 4 times each year. You absolutely can't go wrong with this campground!

Robert A

Verified

June 4, 2021 Stayed at: 36, Loop: Firefly

5

The staff that worked our loop was warm, welcoming and overall great people

Lance H

Verified

June 4, 2021 Stayed at: 48, Loop: Firefly

5

Always a pleasant stay.
The camp host were so nice

Tammy G

Verified

May 31, 2021 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Yellow Hammer

5

Campground is amazing! We stayed on Yellowhammer loop, and the site was well leveled and the hookups were well maintained, including the sink with drain set into the ground for the sewer! Host was friendly and attentive to the campground itself. We will definitely stay here again.

Roger T

Verified

May 17, 2021 Stayed at: 46, Loop: Firefly

4

Had a very good week of camping. Very level sites and very clean. The only negative was our bathhouse in firefly was closed!!

Jeffrey P

Verified

May 16, 2021 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Yellow Hammer

4

Camp sites were very nice and spacious. Most in our group found the sites to be very level as well. The kids would have enjoyed some sort of playground, but made do with the trails. The play field was cut well. Had to watch for the ant hills and a few small holes. Overall I think we'll probably go back in the future.

Tom W

Verified

May 15, 2021 Stayed at: 14, Loop: Yellow Hammer

1

The Corinth Recreation Area has a extreme tick infestation. I removed from one to three ticks every day of my stay. I've never experienced anything like that in my 65 years. Ever. I left from there 5 days early. Great host, Ken and Deb. Little too heavily wooded.

Larry R

Verified

May 14, 2021 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Yellow Hammer

5

This is a nice clean park. The staff has always been friendly.

Amy P

Verified

May 11, 2021 Stayed at: 19, Loop: Yellow Hammer

5

Beautiful place, our neighbors were very polite. Host was very nice also.

Location Corinth Recreation Area

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

Latitude & Longitude: 34.105 / -87.32

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THE SWIM AREA IS CLOSED IT WILL OPEN MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. Check-out is no later than 12:00pm the day of departure. Check-in is no earlier than 2:00pm the day of arrival. This 2 hour window is necessary to effectively clean and maintain all of the sites each day. Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment because the site you reserve is your site, you may not move to another site. 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. Welcome to The Corinth Recreation Area... 

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