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Woodruff Lake - COE/Gunter Hill
Overview
Gunter Hill Campground, managed by the Corps of Engineers on Woodruff Lake, offers a quintessential Alabama outdoor experience. The park is characterized by its towering pines and hardwoods draped in **Spanish moss**, creating a serene atmosphere for travelers. It serves as a quiet retreat that balances the rustic beauty of a forest setting with the convenience of being located near the state capital. Many visitors are drawn to the park for its **spacious campsites** and the peaceful environment provided by the surrounding water.
Location & Surroundings
Located just west of Montgomery, Alabama, the park is situated on the backwaters of the **R.E. Bob Woodruff Lake** and the Alabama River. The surroundings are defined by lush wetlands and dense woodlands, offering a natural buffer from the urban bustle. The **Catoma Creek** area provides ample opportunities for water-based exploration, while the park’s layout ensures most sites feel private. It is a fantastic location for those who appreciate the sight of local wildlife, including various bird species and deer.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is divided into two main areas, with the **Catoma Loop** being a favorite for many due to its modern utility configurations. Key features include:
- **Full hookup sites** with 50-amp electricity, water, and sewer connections.
- Spacious, level **concrete pads** that are designed to be big-rig friendly.
- Multiple access points for a boat ramp, fishing docks, and playgrounds.
Throughout the park, guests have access to well-maintained bathhouses, a dedicated laundry facility, and a dump station. The paved roads are excellent for morning walks or biking under the canopy of trees.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
While the park itself is a destination, its proximity to Montgomery opens up a wealth of cultural and historical sites. You can visit the **Alabama State Capitol** or take a somber and educational tour of the Civil Rights Memorial. For a lighter afternoon, the **Montgomery Zoo** and the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum are just a short drive away. Boating and fishing remain the primary activities on-site, with the river system offering miles of water to navigate for bass and catfish.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is an excellent choice for **long-term travelers** and retirees who value the tranquility and affordability of a COE park. Because of the upgraded sites in the Catoma Loop, it is also highly recommended for **big-rig owners** who need level ground and full utilities. Families will appreciate the safe, open spaces and the playground, while **history buffs** will find it the perfect home base for exploring Alabama's rich political and civil rights heritage without staying in the city center.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Jason Easley
We stayed here for just about a week and a half. There campground itself is quiet. Despite there being people around us constantly, we never heard anyone. Our campsite was huge, and the kids had plenty of space to play around it. During our stay we say endless amounts of deer. Overall it was a nice stay.
Pixie Cherry
I loved this place!! I could live there! Beautiful, lots of trees and shade, huge spaces, so very quiet, except some noise on Friday and Saturday nights, there was noise from the nearby raceway. Showers were very basic with really no way to keep from splashing water on your belongings.
Rhonda McKenzie
We stayed at Gunter hill campground for three nights. Site number 12. Nice sites with full hookups. Plenty of room, nice roads to walk, ride bicycles. Quiet. Clean. We were in campfire 12. Only complaint is the boneheads parked here prior to us being here that threw their used rib and pork chop bones on the ground around the tree. Our small dog found them. Thankfully we were able to take them away from her before she could eat them. Some bones are okay but these type bones are known to splinter and aren’t good for small dogs. Throw your bones in the trash please.
Melissa Chimento
Steep decline in the state of Gunter Hill campground from our previous year October visit. We stayed Friday through Monday. For our entire visit, the restrooms weren't cleaned or restocked. We had to supply hand soap and toilet paper. The garbage wasn't changed and someone had left an open dirty diaper in the trash. Mosquitoes galore!! Bring spray and bug zappers. We woke up in the middle of the night to very strong sewer gas odor after a rain in our campsite #49. This site shouldn't be rented due to the proximity to the traps/ drain unless they can vent the odor up and away. The bathrooms flooded after the rain. The year prior we had a great experience in the park. Better park management is needed.
Ken Morgan
Great campground. Catoma Loop is full hook ups with concrete pads. Antioch loop is more rustic with gravel pads and only electric and water. We stayed in Catoma Loop and saw no bad sites. All sites have nice wooded buffer areas between them that affords a bit of privacy. This campground is reasonably close to Montgomery and a great location to home out of for catching the numerous sights and historical places in Alabama's capitol.