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Deerlick Creek Campground in Alabama
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Deerlick Creek Campground

Black Warrior and Tombigbee Lakes, Alabama

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As of October 2026, Deerlick Creek Campground is a campground in Alabama with 43 campsites. Deerlick Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Deerlick Creek Campground is located at 33.2594° N, 87.4303° W.
people allowed on 42 of 43 sites
8
people allowed on the largest site
50

Deerlick Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Deerlick Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Deerlick Creek Campground

  • Standard 36
  • Tent 6
  • Group 1
  • Accessible 2
  • Hookups 43

What an RV fits

  • 20–24 ft1 site
  • 25–29 ft3 sites
  • 30–34 ft5 sites
  • 35–39 ft11 sites
  • 40–44 ft3 sites
  • 45–49 ft6 sites
  • 50–54 ft1 site
  • 55–59 ft2 sites
  • 65–69 ft2 sites
  • 80–84 ft1 site

Amenities

  • showers
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife.

All sites at Deerlick Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
12LRIDStandard838 ftElectric, Water-
13LRIDStandard831 ftElectric, Water-
14LRIDStandard850 ftElectric, Water-
15LRIDStandard826 ftElectric, Water-
16LRIDStandard866 ftElectric, Water-
17LRIDStandard868 ftElectric, Water-
18LRIDStandard832 ftElectric, Water-
19LRIDStandard857 ftElectric, Water-
20LRIDStandard880 ftElectric, Water-
21LRIDStandard830 ftElectric, Water-
22LRIDStandard848 ftElectric, Water-
23RBLUStandard841 ftElectric, Water-
24RBLUStandard846 ftElectric, Water-
25RBLUStandard845 ftElectric, Water-
26RBLUStandard837 ftElectric, Water-
27RBLUStandard835 ftElectric, Water-
28RBLUStandard826 ftElectric, Water-
29RBLUStandard840 ftElectric, Water-
30RBLUStandard8-Electric, Water-
31RBLUStandard837 ftElectric, Water-
32RBLUStandard838 ftElectric, Water-
33RBLUStandard841 ftElectric, Water-
34RBLUStandard838 ftElectric, Water-
35RBLUStandard845 ftElectric, Water-
36RBLUStandard836 ftElectric, Water-
37RBLUStandard845 ftElectric, Water-
38RBLUStandard838 ftElectric, Water-
39RBLUStandard824 ftElectric, Water-
40RBLUStandard835 ftElectric, Water-
GS1RBLUGroup50-Electric, WaterAccessible
41SCAMTent8-Electric, Water-
42SCAMTent8-Electric, Water-
43SCAMTent8-Electric, Water-
44SCAMTent8-Electric, Water-
45SCAMTent8-Electric, Water-
46SCAMTent8-Electric, Water-
01TPINStandard857 ftElectric, Water-
02TPINStandard832 ftElectric, Water-
03TPINStandard830 ftElectric, Water-
05TPINStandard846 ftElectric, Water-
08TPINStandard835 ftElectric, WaterAccessible
09TPINStandard827 ftElectric, Water-
11TPINStandard838 ftElectric, Water-

About Deerlick Creek Campground

Overview

Deerlick Creek Campground is located on Holt Lake on the Black Warrior-Tombigbee Waterway northeast of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

The facility is in a beautiful forest along the shoreline, providing campers and day-use visitors with access to water sports, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and biking.

Recreation

Campers can explore the lakeshore using the campground's hiking trails as well as a paved bicycle trail. The waterway is popular for fishing for bass, crappie, bream, catfish and more.

Facilities

Deerlick Creek has 46 campsites with water and electric hookups, six of which are designated tent only. There is also one group picnic shelter that can be reserved for day use. Families with children have the convenience of showers, a multi-use court and swimming beach.

Natural Features

Holt Lake was created by the damming of the Black Warrior River. The campground is situated amidst a mixed pine and hardwood forest, which displays colorful foliage along the riverbanks each fall. Deer, squirrel, wild turkey, migratory birds and blue birds, all live in the Holt Lake area. The Black Warrior-Tombigbee Waterway consists of six lakes with a total length of 457 miles and 39,800 surface acres of water. Temperatures range from the 80s to 90s from April through September, and annual rainfall averages about 60 inches.

Nearby Attractions

Deerlick Creek is 17 miles from the University of Alabama where you can find sporting events, museums, and other attractions. Deerlick Creek is also located 13 miles from Ol' Colony Golf Course home to the University of Alabama golf teams as well as a disc golf course.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (205) 388-1111.

Rules and notices at Deerlick Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Deerlick Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Park Attendants will NOT be making reservations at the gatehouse. All reservations will be made via the recreation.gov app, recreation.gov website, or by calling 877-444-6777.

Gates are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Hiking trails, bicycle trail and group shelters are for registered guests only.

Limit of two vehicles per site.

Electric and gas scooters must be licensed and street legal

Park attendants cannot perform site transfers Thursday-Saturday or on holiday weekends during the peak season

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

No ATV or UTV use is allowed.

For more information, visit: https://www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Recreation/Black-Warrior-Tombigbee-BWT-Lakes/

ALL Visitors must exit the park by 9:30 p.m .

Deerlick Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Deerlick Creek Campground?

Deerlick Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 43 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Deerlick Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Deerlick Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Deerlick Creek Campground have?

Deerlick Creek Campground has 43 campsites.

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