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Clear Creek (AL)

Welcome to Clear Creek
Clear Creek Day Use Area Beach Bath House
Clear Creek Day Use Area Oak Leaf Shelter2
Clear Creek Public Boat Ramp - A man with his 2 best friends, his dog and his fishing boat
Clear Creek Day Use Area Oak Leaf Shelter8

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
River Access
Showers

About Clear Creek (AL)

The Clear Creek Recreation Area has become one of Alabama's most popular recreation areas and has many repeat visitors. The Bankhead National Forest’s largest recreation area, Clear Creek is in Winston County about 13 miles north of Jasper, ALlabama and was constructed on the shore of Lewis Smith Lake giving direct recreational access to the lake via the day use boat launch, to boating, water skiing, personal watercraft use, as well as fishing for largemouth bass, striped bass, and crappie. With many modern conveniences, it offers facilities for individual and group camping, picnicking, swimming, boat launching, hiking, and biking.    Check-out time for Clear Creek 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. The campground itself has four paved loops with paved parking spurs, and offers 102 RV campsites, including 32 double sites; 11 of these are pull-through sites. Each campsite has water and electrical hookups, a fire ring, picnic table, and lantern posts. All campsites have 50-amp and 30-amp electrical service. There is a trailer dump station located within the recreation area. Each of the four loops has a bathhouse with flush toilets and showers. All sites are level and spacious; Single campsites accommodate up to six people and two vehicles; double sites up to twelve people and four vehicles. No garbage dumpsters are in the campground; users are required to pack out trash and deposit it in the dumpsters by the dump station. An entrance station with an electronic gate is available to control access to the campground. Two group camping areas, available by reservation only, accommodate up to 25 tent campers each and share a bathhouse with flushing toilets and showers.  The day use portion of the recreation area focuses on the swimming beach, served by a bathhouse with flushing toilets and showers. Next to the beach is a 50-person group picnic pavilion, with a flush toilet. On the other side of the beach lies a picnic area with 53 family units, all connected by newly paved paths. On the point, adjacent to the lake, are two more 50-person picnic pavilions, served by a nearby flush toilet. A 1.5-mile paved bicycle trail connects the campground to the day use area. Also, there is the 2.5-mile recently paved Raven Cliffs hiking trail in the day use area. Use of the picnic pavilions is by reservation only; users also pay the day use fee as they park in the facility. A year-round boat launch is available with an SST vault toilet and boat/trailer parking. Welcome to the Clear Creek 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: 98

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Mar 13 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
River Access
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

98 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 02D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 03D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 04D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 100, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 101, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 102D, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 103, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 105, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 10D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 11D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 12D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 14D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 16D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 23D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 24D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 25D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 26D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 27, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 33D, Loop: Fox
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 35, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 36D, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 37, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 38, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 39, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 41D, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 42, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 43, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 44D, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 45, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 46D, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 47, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 48, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 49, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 51, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 52, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 53, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 54D, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 55, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 56D, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 57, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 58D, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 59, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 60, Loop: Hoot Owl
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 61, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 62D, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 63, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 64, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 65D, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 66, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 67D, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 68, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 69D, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 70, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 71, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 72, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 74D, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 75, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 76, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 77, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 78D, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 79D, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 80, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 81, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 82, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 83, Loop: Fawn
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 84, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 85, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 86D, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 87, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 88, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 89, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 92, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 94D, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 96, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 97D, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 98D, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 99, Loop: Bear
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
Acorn Camp, Loop: Acorn
25 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Bent Twig Camp, Loop: Bent Twig Loop
25 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (944)

What Guests Are Saying

Clear Creek is a beautiful and well-maintained campground, praised for its friendly staff and clean facilities, including bathrooms. Visitors enjoyed the serene lake views, various activities like swimming and biking, and the peaceful atmosphere. Some suggested improvements, such as more amenities for kids and better shower facilities, but overall, guests had a great experience and look forward to returning.

Review Summary

4.2
944 reviews
5
54.3%
513
4
25.7%
243
3
11.4%
108
2
5.3%
50
1
3.2%
30

Wendy I

Verified

June 24, 2025 Stayed at: 18, Loop: Fox

3

It was a beautiful camp. The older employees were very adamant about not breaking parking rules. We have a camper van so, I guess it could be confusing. My father uses a scooter and had to drive down to unload his scooter. We had to do a lot of extra back and forth to be sure he could access his scooter to get around while visiting. We were threatened with having his vehicle towed from overflow parking. He is a disabled veteran who lives in the area of the camp, which is why we chose this location to visit.

Emily C

Verified

June 24, 2025 Stayed at: 77, Loop: Fawn

4

Fawn Loop is small but quiet. Hoot Owl and Fox are a little crowded but the views are great. Huge swimming area, two boat ramps. Clean waterways. Bathhouses need some pest control but that’s normal for most campgrounds. Only issues were with the front office staff.

Wendy I

Verified

June 24, 2025 Stayed at: 18, Loop: Fox

3

It was a beautiful camp. The older employees were very adamant about not breaking parking rules. We have a camper van so, I guess it could be confusing. My father uses a scooter and had to drive down to unload his scooter. We had to do a lot of extra back and forth to be sure he could access his scooter to get around while visiting. We were threatened with having his vehicle towed from overflow parking. He is a disabled veteran who lives in the area of the camp, which is why we chose this location to visit.

Mitchell J

Verified

June 23, 2025 Stayed at: 22, Loop: Fox

5

Sites are level with lots of shade

Mitchell J

Verified

June 23, 2025 Stayed at: 22, Loop: Fox

5

Sites are level with lots of shade

DEBORAH W

Verified

June 16, 2025 Stayed at: 46D, Loop: Hoot Owl

5

Beautiful campground with lots of shade trees. Our site had lake view with trail leading down to water. A bit of a steep climb. This is a double site so lots of room with asphalt drive & gravel picnic area. Very clean park with different camp loops. Each loop had it's own bathhouse. Plenty of space between sites so even though our loop was full you didn't feel cramped together. Nearby town of Jasper about 12 miles away has everything you'd need. Will definitely be back to this one. Only negative & not a huge deal is when making reservations there is an additional fee for electricity & fee for online reservations so even with my Senior Pass discount price was a little high. But worth it I believe.

DEBORAH W

Verified

June 16, 2025 Stayed at: 46D, Loop: Hoot Owl

5

Beautiful campground with lots of shade trees. Our site had lake view with trail leading down to water. A bit of a steep climb. This is a double site so lots of room with asphalt drive & gravel picnic area. Very clean park with different camp loops. Each loop had it's own bathhouse. Plenty of space between sites so even though our loop was full you didn't feel cramped together. Nearby town of Jasper about 12 miles away has everything you'd need. Will definitely be back to this one. Only negative & not a huge deal is when making reservations there is an additional fee for electricity & fee for online reservations so even with my Senior Pass discount price was a little high. But worth it I believe.

Nelson & Brigitte T

Verified

June 12, 2025 Stayed at: 99, Loop: Bear

4

A campground for all! One loop is great for families spending a Summer on the lake, one is great for biking to the swimming area, and one is great for singles, couples without children. Bear loop has no entertainment for kids, all of the other loops are more kid friendly. Take a fan and extra extension cord!

Nelson & Brigitte T

Verified

June 12, 2025 Stayed at: 99, Loop: Bear

4

A campground for all! One loop is great for families spending a Summer on the lake, one is great for biking to the swimming area, and one is great for singles, couples without children. Bear loop has no entertainment for kids, all of the other loops are more kid friendly. Take a fan and extra extension cord!

Michelle Burchfield

Michelle Burchfield

June 8, 2025

5

This is one of my favorites. It is woods & water. The premo sites are the water sites of course but most sites are good. Bear & Fawn loops are more woodsy where the other 2 loops (Fox & Hoot Owl) have water views from some sites. There is a beach area outside the campground. There are multiple signs posted informing of no swimming at your campsite. They are strict about folks parking off pad...DON'T DO IT!! I wish other CGs would follow suit. This is why this campground stays so beautiful. Oh... and wear tick repellent for any hikes through the woods. We picked approx 11 off of us while there the week leading up to Memorial Day.

Google Maps

Location Clear Creek (AL)

Address:
Clear Creek Recreation Area, 8079 Fall City Road
Jasper, AL, 35503
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 34.0214 / -87.2692

Elevation: 166 feet

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.
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  • Entrance office hours are Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. & Friday - Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. The Day Use Area is open from 8 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Office hours vary from August to October, please call ahead. Swim Area closes after Labor Day. After-hours access for registered campers is available by calling ahead to (205) 300-1463Be 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. Single sites 2 tents or 1 tent & 1 camper/RV. Double sites 4 tents or 2 tents & 1 camper/RV. Tents must be on the pad not in the grass or woods. Double sites are for 12 people and up to 4 vehicles. Single sites are for 6 people and up to 2 vehicles. Additional vehicles can be permitted ($10 daily fee) and parked in over/flow day use area. If you have more than the recommend people you must reserve another site. All visitors must pay $10 .Alcohol is not allowed in the Recreation Area.  Campground has a two tent maximum per single site. Two vehicles for registered campers only.  If it does not fit on your paved site you must park in overflow.There is a fee of $10 for additional camping vehicles that will be collected at the office. All visitors must purchase a $10 pass and park at the swim area and be picked up by the camper you are visiting.  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 with-in 30 minutes.Animals/Dogs are allowed in the campground on a 6 ft. or less leash. No animals/dogs are allowed at the beach or grass areas.Welcome to the Clear Creek Recreation Area...
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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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