Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground
Black Warrior and Tombigbee Lakes, Alabama
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As of October 2026, Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground is a campground in Alabama with 2 campsites. Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground is located at 33.2732° N, 87.4125° W.
- people allowed on 1 of 2 sites
- 30
- people allowed on the largest site
- 48
Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Campsites at Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground
- Group 2
Amenities
- potable water
- boat ramp
At a glance: Setting: Forest.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife.
All sites at Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Point Shelter | Hickory Point Shelter | Group | 48 |
| Hilltop Shelter | Hilltop Shelter | Group | 30 |
About Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground
Overview
Rocky Branch Day use park 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 day-use visitors with access to water sports, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and biking.
Recreation
Day Users can explore the lake shore using the hiking trail as well as the swim beach. There are numerous picnic tables and grills to choose from as well as 2 reservable shelters for picnicking.
Facilities
Rocky Branch has 88 picnic sites to choose from with grills nearby. Two group shelters with grills, a water born bathroom as well as an improved and maintained swim beach available for users.
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.
Contact Info
Between 05/24/2024 and 09/02/2024 this location is staffed. Please call (205) 388-2458 to speak with local staff. From 09/03/2024 to 05/23/2025 this location is unstaffed. Please call (205) 553-9373 for general information.
Nearby Attractions
Boat ramp available year round is adjacent to seasonal day use facilities.
Rules and notices at Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Gates are open from 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Holiday weekends are notoriously busy and a shelter reservation does NOT guarantee entry into the park.
For entry each vehicle should have an approved single Day Use Pass, USACE Annual Day Use Pass bought through recreation.gov OR an America The Beautiful pass.
Hickory Point Shelter and the Hilltop Shelter are reservable or first come first serve.
No camping.
No pets on the beach.
No alcohol in the park.
No fires on the beach.
No lifegaurd on duty.
Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground?
Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Rocky Branch Day Use Park 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 Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground have?
Rocky Branch Day Use Park Campground has 2 campsites.
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