Corinth Recreation Area

Corinth Recreation Area, Double Springs, Alabama, United States

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

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Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

58 total sites

RV Sites

50 sites

Tent Sites

8 sites

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)

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Currently open - Mar 13 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

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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

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58 Sites Available

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

Reviews (441)

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What Guests Are Saying

Corinth Recreation Area is a well-maintained and peaceful campground, offering spacious, private sites and excellent facilities such as clean restrooms, laundry, and a pool. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the beautiful natural surroundings, making it a favorite spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. While some noted issues like ticks and the need for trail maintenance, the overall experience remains positive, with many planning to return.

Review Summary

4.5
441 reviews
5
68.5%
302
4
21.5%
95
3
5.7%
25
2
2.5%
11
1
1.8%
8

Michael B

Verified

January 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: Firefly

5

nice campgrounds with full hook-ups and amenities, good size pads for RV trailer.

Location Corinth Recreation Area

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

Distance to downtown

9.3 mi drive to downtown Double Springs (about 16 min)

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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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