Fun & Dining

Outside the park, there's a whole bushel of fun waiting for the family with a variety of local hotspots and great places to sample the local flavor. If you want our recommendations on how to best enjoy the area, check out these places!

Things to do near the campground

Biking

Great trails abound all around Bates Creek RV Park. Don't forget your bike when you come!

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Kayaking, Canoeing, & more

The Tombigbee River is perfect for boating enthusiasts of all kinds. It's a great way to spend the afternoon!

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Fishing

The Tombigbee River is home to catfish, largemouth bass, crappie and bream. Bring your poles with you!

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Things to do in the area

St. Stephens Historical Park

Alligator Alley

History Museum of Mobile

Fort Mims

Historic Blakeley State Park

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

USS ALABAMA battleship Memorial

Baldwin County Bicentennial Park

Poarch Creek Indians Museum

The best dining

River Landing Coffee Co.

Johnson’s Sugar Shack

The Trap Snack Shop