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Dannelly Lake - COE/Chilatchee Creek
Overview
Overview
Chilatchee Creek is a picturesque campground situated along the shores of Dannelly Lake, a reservoir formed by the William Bill Dannelly Dam. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this park offers a peaceful escape for travelers seeking to reconnect with nature. The campground provides a serene waterfront environment where the rhythm of the water sets the pace for your stay, making it a perfect retreat for those who appreciate quiet, natural surroundings away from the bustle of city life.
Location & Surroundings
Located near Alberta, Alabama, this park is nestled in the heart of the Black Belt region. The landscape is defined by lush forests and the expansive waters of the Alabama River system. Travelers will find themselves immersed in a secluded outdoor setting that feels worlds away from main highways. The remote location ensures dark night skies and a quiet atmosphere, making it an excellent destination for stargazing and enjoying the tranquil sounds of the local wildlife.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground is well-equipped to support a comfortable outdoor stay, offering sites that cater to various camping preferences. You will find water and electrical hookups available at many sites, alongside essential facilities such as showers, restrooms, and a dump station. The park is designed to facilitate easy access to the water, featuring a dedicated boat ramp and a fish cleaning station. These facilities make the park highly functional for those who enjoy spending their days on the reservoir.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Dannelly Lake is a premier destination for anglers looking to catch bass, crappie, and catfish. Beyond fishing, the area is ideal for boating and water sports enthusiasts who want to explore the scenic coves and shoreline. For those interested in history and local culture, the nearby town of Alberta provides a gateway to exploring the unique heritage of central Alabama. Hikers and nature photographers will also appreciate the abundant trails and diverse birdlife inhabiting the surrounding timberland.
Who This Park Is Best For
Chilatchee Creek is best suited for outdoor enthusiasts, avid anglers, and retirees who prioritize peace and quiet over resort-style amenities. It is an ideal choice for RV travelers seeking a rustic experience who are self-contained and prefer a minimalist approach to camping. If you enjoy spending your time on the water or sitting by a campfire under a canopy of trees, this U.S. Army Corps of Engineers park offers a balanced and relaxing getaway.
Features & Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
Reviews
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The camp sites are nice and shady, and this was good since it was in the mid 90's. Water pressure was good and they had 20, 30, and 50 AMP shore power. We rented space 12 and there was easy access to the river and had a pier to dock a boat and the pier ran about 12 - 15 feet from the bank which made sufficient room to fish. I even had room to fly fish because the brush was close to the bank and didn't interfere with 30 -35 ft casts. Caught 15 - 20 small breem, too small to keep but still fun to catch. I did this each of th two days we were there. On our first evening we walked down one of the 4 piers available, and as we stepped on the pier, an alligator about 6ft long emerged from under the pier and swam out to about 100 yards from the pier and hung around until we left the pier and then submerged under the water and we didn't see him again. The bad is that none of the sites had sewer hookups so we had to use caution on our use of our toilet and shower which meant use their bath house and bathrooms. The showers, as my wife described it, it felt like being in a prison bath house. While the showers had plenty of pressure, they used nozzles that looked like the end of a garden hose sprayer that you have to adjust to your preferred spray. pattern. There was no way to adjust the water temp because they defaulted to semi-hot. The worst part of bath house was that it had no cooling system, so the temp outside was cooler than bathhouse temp which means you have take a semi-hot shower in a humid and hot bathhouse, which means after your shower you are sweating Now the worst part, but only if you don't plan on venturing out to do anything other than sit in your RV all day, or have a fishing boat to occupy your time. After consulting my Browser's AI and asked it what is there to do within a 15 mile radius of Alberta AL I learned that there is NOTHING to do and after increasing my radius to 50 miles, there was STILL nothing to do. Summed up, don't go here unless the only things you want to do is fish, and sit in your RV. Highly recommend sticking to early spring or mid fall.
Elliott Ingram
It is definitely off grid and a great get away from the grind of modern life, dirt roads, no stores to buy anything, pack it in , what your needing, great fishing if you know how to fish a river in the south, not a damned up river like lay lake. Good times
Jeff Fee
It's nice and quiet. There washer and dryer are working here. You have to drive a few miles on a dirt road.Then it turns back into pavement. So when you get on the dirt road, do not think you're lost, like I did.😅🤣
Kim Surrett
Great hidden gem! Level concrete pads lots of space between campsite. Very friendly staff. Kim is a great host. This is the first COE that we stayed in that has a working washer and dryer. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Kyle L
Nice campground. Sites are in great shape. Aside from a couple that are not concrete but they ain’t too bad. Most all sites have plenty of shade and water front access