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Lake Lurleen
Overview
Lake Lurleen State Park offers a peaceful escape into the rolling hills of West Alabama. Named after the state's first female governor, the park spans 1,625 scenic acres and centers around a pristine 250-acre lake. It serves as a tranquil destination for travelers looking to balance outdoor recreation with proximity to urban conveniences. The atmosphere is quiet and rustic, providing a refreshing change of pace from commercialized RV resorts while maintaining well-kept facilities for comfortable stays.
Location & Surroundings
Located in Coker, AL, the park sits just nine miles northwest of Tuscaloosa and Northport. This strategic position makes it an ideal basecamp for visiting the University of Alabama while staying in a natural, forested setting. The surrounding landscape features lush pine and hardwood forests that provide a sense of seclusion. Despite its quietude, the park is easily accessible from major highways, allowing RVers to reach local shopping and dining within minutes.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground features 91 modern campsites equipped with water and electrical hookups. Many sites also offer sewer connections, catering to long-term stays or larger rigs. The park provides essential infrastructure to ensure a comfortable visit:
- Modern bathhouses with clean facilities and laundry areas.
- A designated swimming beach with a convenient bathhouse.
- Multiple fishing piers and a multi-lane boat launch.
- On-site rentals for kayaks, canoes, and pedal boats.
While gas-powered motors are restricted on the lake, the calm waters are perfect for non-motorized exploration and quiet fishing trips.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the 23 miles of multi-use trails that wind through the park, which are highly rated for both hiking and mountain biking. Anglers frequently visit to catch largemouth bass, bream, and catfish from the lake's well-stocked waters. Beyond the park gates, the University of Alabama campus and the Paul W. Bryant Museum are major draws for visitors. For those interested in local culture, the nearby city of Northport is famous for its historic downtown and arts community.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is best for nature lovers who enjoy extensive trail systems and water activities without the noise of jet skis or large powerboats. It is also a premier choice for college football fans seeking a quiet place to park their RV during home game weekends in Tuscaloosa. Families looking for a safe, natural environment with a swimming beach will find it highly accommodating. It is a traditional state park experience focused on scenery rather than programmed activities.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
CptRon1
North east trails are closed but still plenty of trails left to enjoy. Well maintained rolling trails. Must use the temporary parking lot about .3 miles before you get to the main parking area. Trail Forks shows the location of the parking lot.
Miranda Baldridge
Was a great stay for us back in 2021. We bought corn for one of the groundskeepers who kept the ducks and geese fed. Small park, but was quiet and relaxing which is just what we needed.
Mike Mansfield
Good park for hiking or camping. You will pay a fee to enter the park. All the park employees we encountered were friendly and helpful. The trails could use more places to rest. The trails are lenghty so take plenty of water and energy snacks with you. A lot of wildlife which was a bonus.
Ray Suggs
Great for hiking, fishing and camping. Beautiful views of the lake. This location offers different types of boat rentals for your pleasure. Be aware that this campground will be closing as of December 1 for a 100% remodel. Expected to be closed for a year, but hopefully sooner. After these renovations, it will be five stars hands down!
Vickie Spaw
Beautiful park on Lake Lurleen. The one problem we found was that the site is very uneven and were not able to get the rig level. We looked around the campground to find any sites that seemed more level but didn’t see any. Otherwise, it’s a nice place to camp. Very shady sites, so our Starlink didn’t work as well as usual. We had a full hook up site and everything worked just fine.