Desoto State Park in Alabama

[LeeMedic]

We are going to camp at Desoto State Park in Alabama for a week in October. Has anyone camped here. If so, what did you think of the park?

[Flyguy]

I haven't camped there yet but it's on my list. I have family that has and they rave about it. It's located near Ft. Payne which is in the mountains of NE Alabama not far from Chattanooga TN. I think you can get a reduced rate if you are a senior and they may give discounts for AARP, Good Sam, and the federal golden age passport so ask about discounts when making reservations.

[jq1031]

Keep us informed as I've also heard it a great spot!

[LeeMedic]

Thanks for the comeback. I will keep you posted. Our arrival will be the first week in October.

[Terrydactile]

We stayed a few nights in October a few years ago, before they rewoked the campground and we loved it. Its got to be even better now that they upgraded the park. I don't think you can go wrong with this park, especially in the fall. Be sure to check out Little River Canyon and Desoto Falls. There are also a lot of hiking trails in the park.

[slider]

One of our favorites and it's only a couple of hours from us, but we haven't been lately.

We've stayed a couple of times before they upgraded the campground (and we loved it then). The campground is well laid out with nice sites. Also done a couple day trips there.

Minor nit is that pool, etc is too far from where we camped to walk with kids, etc - don't suppose that will matter in October (probably closed anyway).

Little river falls, Desoto falls and Little River Canyon scenery are great. Decent fishing as well if that's your thing.