Six Mile Creek
Six Mile Creek Campground is located on its namesake at scenic Dannelly Reservoir in Alabama's Black Prairie Belt. The reservoir sits on the Alabama River and covers roughly 27 square miles, boasting more than 500 miles of shoreline. Boating, fishing, hunting and hiking are popular activities.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 30 |
| group shelter electric | 2 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 110 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
32 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 64 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 02 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 73 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 03 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 82 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 04 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 05 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 06 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 95 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 07 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 110 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 08 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 61 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 09 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 48 | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 10 | OAKV | Electric | Back-in | 54 | 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 |
| Max vehicle length | 123 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 29, 30, 31 are listed accessible |
This peaceful waterfront campground is open from April - Labor Day and offers 31 family sites with electric hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat dock.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Selma, Alabama, follow US-41 south for 9 miles. Turn right on County Road 139 and follow the signs into the campground.
| Nearest town | Selma, Alabama |
| Coordinates | 32.3242° N, 87.0158° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 37.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 38.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World of Calera ↗ | 59.4 mi |
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Explore
Video
Dock at Six Mile Creek Outback Crab Shack on St Johns River 25 miles south of Jacksonville
Worth a stop
- under 0.1 miSix Mile Creek Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 5.7 miSelma Interpretive Center ↗Visitor center
- 5.7 miTemporary Location - Selma Welcome Center ↗Visitor center
- 11.5 miBenton Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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Natural features
The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.
Recreation
The creek offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area. Whitetail deer and wild turkeys roam the park, creating excellent bow-hunting opportunities.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Six Mile Creek?
Sites at Six Mile Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Six Mile Creek?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 3:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Six Mile Creek have?
33 sites, including 30 standard sites with power and 2 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Six Mile Creek?
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 Six Mile Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Six Mile Creek?
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat dock.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Six Mile Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Six Mile Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Six Mile Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Six Mile Creek?
Sites 29, 30, and 31 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. 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 Six Mile Creek?
The creek offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Six Mile Creek?
Selma, Alabama.
Source: Getting there
What if Six Mile Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Elm Bluff Campground (12.5 mi), Prairie Creek (14.4 mi), and Chilatchee Creek (19.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby