Gunter Hill
Gunter Hill Campground offers a peaceful scene of trees and nature on the backwaters of the Alabama River. The fishing is excellent, providing challenges for the master angler as well as the occasional cane pole fisherman. Boating, hunting and hiking are popular activities.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 140 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 120 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
140 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 076 | ANTI | Back-in | 55 | Partial | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 8 / 3 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 077 | ANTI | Back-in | 57 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |||
| 078 | ANTI | Back-in | 71 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 079 | ANTI | Back-in | 73 | Partial | 30/50 amp | Yes / No | 8 / 3 | Yes | |||
| 080 | ANTI | 59 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||||
| 081 | ANTI | 59 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||||
| 082 | ANTI | Back-in | 56 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |||
| 083 | ANTI | 85 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||||
| 084 | ANTI | Back-in | 83 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |||
| 085 | ANTI | Back-in | 51 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 138 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 076, 078, 130, 141 and 1 more are listed accessible |
This year-round campground offers 142 sites with electric hookups. Sites 1-75 are newly renovated sites and have concrete pads and sewer. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and dump stations. A picnic shelter is provided for parties and family functions.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From I-65, take exit 167 onto US-80 west. Continue for 9 miles, then turn right on County Road 7 and follow signs into the campground.
| Nearest town | Montgomery, Alabama |
| Coordinates | 32.3667° N, 86.4667° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 8 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 34.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World of Calera ↗ | 57.6 mi |
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Gunter Hill Campground Tour & Review
Worth a stop
- 10.2 miMontgomery Interpretive Center ↗Visitor center
- 12.5 mi
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground is situated on Catoma Creek in a forest of hickory and pine. The region offers a mild climate for year-round camping.
Recreation
The area's waterways offer excellent fishing for crappie, bass and catfish. A boat ramp is provided for easy river access. The Lowndes Wildlife Management area, located nearby, covers 12,500 acres and offers prime hunting for whitetail deer, wild turkeys and hogs, and a variety of small game and waterfowl. The campground provides a basketball court and playground, offering additional recreation opportunities for visitors.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Gunter Hill?
Sites at Gunter Hill are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Gunter Hill?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Gunter Hill have?
142 sites, including 140 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Gunter Hill?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Gunter Hill have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Gunter Hill?
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and dump stations.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Gunter Hill?
Yes, pets are allowed at Gunter Hill. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Gunter Hill?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Gunter Hill?
Sites 076, 078, 130, and 141 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Gunter Hill?
The area's waterways offer excellent fishing for crappie, bass and catfish. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Gunter Hill?
Montgomery, Alabama.
Source: Getting there
What if Gunter Hill is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Prairie Creek (17.8 mi), Six Mile Creek (32.2 mi), and Elm Bluff Campground (40.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby