Lizzy Dorie 777 1 Posted July 13, 2011 Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 Last weekend we went to Desoto State park in Alabama. It is a beautiful park. Just thought everyone might like to see.I have to say I am reallyimpressed by the sites and campgrounds in Alabama. We live in Georgia, so we go to alot of our parks, but they really invested in Bama. Roll Tide!Here's our siteThis is the Lodge. We ate at the seafood buffet. Pretty good. The lodge was built by the CCC.My Hubby and my oldestWe visited Little river canyon national Preserve. About 15 mins. away . This place is gorgeous.They have a beautiful olympic size pool too.My youngestOur campin' kitty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MLM5.. aka Judy 97 Posted July 13, 2011 Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 Awesome Lizzy! I was just googling this today, I'm trying to figure out somewhere closer to home to go for labor day weekend. More please!Your kids are beautiful by the way!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Otter Spotter aka Debbie 58 Posted July 13, 2011 Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 Great pictures!! The Florida State parks I've been to aren't near this nice. The closest you'll get to a paved campsite is a smattering of gravel thrown in the dirt. The Little River Canyon Preserve pictures are beautiful. I'm putting this place on my "must see" list!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
momof3kids-Yvonne 594 Posted July 13, 2011 Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 We went here last summer and loved it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzy Dorie 777 1 Posted July 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 Awesome Lizzy! I was just googling this today, I'm trying to figure out somewhere closer to home to go for labor day weekend. More please!Your kids are beautiful by the way!!Thank you!!You will really enjoy it, and the bath houses are the cleanest I have ever seen in a state park. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted July 13, 2011 Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 Michigan could learn some lessons from Alabama. Love the pictures, your girls are beautiful :banana: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sensei 18 Posted July 13, 2011 Report Share Posted July 13, 2011 Michigan could learn some lessons from Alabama. Love the pictures, your girls are beautiful :banana:Don't forget you said that Yankee girl.:rofl2: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
doodlebug....Cherie 461 Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 It's sad but true, when it comes to our State Parks they leave a lot to be desired The last time we stayed at one it cost us $60 a night plus 2 park permits, one for the MH and one for the car. Then were surrounded by water on our site. I was not a happy camper :argh: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sensei 18 Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 And by the way, thanks for the TR Lizzy73. I haven't seen any campsites in Alabama so this is appreciated. And yes, your girls are cute. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzy Dorie 777 1 Posted July 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 It's sad but true, when it comes to our State Parks they leave a lot to be desired The last time we stayed at one it cost us $60 a night plus 2 park permits, one for the MH and one for the car. Then were surrounded by water on our site. I was not a happy camper :argh:Wow, $60.? You should be getting Mousekeeping for that money Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MLM5.. aka Judy 97 Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 Did you guys see the caverns and amusement park? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzy Dorie 777 1 Posted July 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 Did you guys see the caverns and amusement park?No, didn't see the caverns, where is the amusement park? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 That place looks great! Thanks for sharing! :banana: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MLM5.. aka Judy 97 Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 No, didn't see the caverns, where is the amusement park?I'm not sure exactly, I was reading about it on a website, I think I'm going to try and book there for Labor dayDid you book online or call in? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 Thanks for sharing your report and photos.This campground looks great.I love to see stuff that was built by the CCC. This was an amazing program.And that waterfall is awesome!We don't have anything like that in Florida.TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzy Dorie 777 1 Posted July 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 I'm not sure exactly, I was reading about it on a website, I think I'm going to try and book there for Labor dayDid you book online or call in? I booked online. We are planning on trying to go back in October. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzy Dorie 777 1 Posted July 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 Thanks for sharing your report and photos.This campground looks great.I love to see stuff that was built by the CCC. This was an amazing program.And that waterfall is awesome!We don't have anything like that in Florida.TCD No, I know you don't have anything like that there. I was born and raised in Florida Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ImDownWithDisney 342 Posted July 14, 2011 Report Share Posted July 14, 2011 I really like LRC and Desoto SP. The campground has mtn bike trails leading from it too. I live less than 1 hr from there, and we visit the canyon often. A few years ago I bought some acreage on the mtn about 15 min from the canyon. It reminds me of being in east TN or NC. I thought about putting in a single campsite or a small cabin on the property for a little quick getaway place. Here's the falls with a little more flow. Sometimes it is really rolling.There used to be an amusement park and mini golf near Eberhart Point on the canyon rim. It even had a scenic chairlift that ran down to Canyon Mouth Park, but it has been shut down for decades.Sorry for the highjack....i get excited about LRC. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sensei 18 Posted July 15, 2011 Report Share Posted July 15, 2011 Thanks for sharing your report and photos.This campground looks great.I love to see stuff that was built by the CCC. This was an amazing program.And that waterfall is awesome!We don't have anything like that in Florida.TCDC'mon TCD. We have the same thing but it's different. There are some State Parks that were built by the CCC. Highlands Hammock is one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
campingpixi 11 Posted July 15, 2011 Report Share Posted July 15, 2011 wow some more great pics!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzy Dorie 777 1 Posted July 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2011 I really like LRC and Desoto SP. The campground has mtn bike trails leading from it too. I live less than 1 hr from there, and we visit the canyon often. A few years ago I bought some acreage on the mtn about 15 min from the canyon. It reminds me of being in east TN or NC. I thought about putting in a single campsite or a small cabin on the property for a little quick getaway place. Here's the falls with a little more flow. Sometimes it is really rolling.There used to be an amusement park and mini golf near Eberhart Point on the canyon rim. It even had a scenic chairlift that ran down to Canyon Mouth Park, but it has been shut down for decades.Sorry for the highjack....i get excited about LRC.Thank you for sharing those other photos. It just makes it that more beautiful. Maybe in October, when we go the falls will be a little bigger then too. I would love to see that Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FigmentChick 0 Posted August 12, 2011 Report Share Posted August 12, 2011 Just came across this thread and had to comment. My family and I stayed at DeSoto during Spring Break of '09. One word: BEAUTIFUL!!! We've stayed at many campgrounds, but this place is hands down one of our favs! The staff as well as the locals that we encountered were all very friendly and seemed genuinely glad that we were visiting. We love the fact that the park is within driving distance to so many different attractions. One day we drove into Chattanooga and did Rock City, Ruby Falls, and rode the Incline Railway. The next day we visited Sequoyah Caverns which was fantastic!! The tour guide there seemed very knowledgeable and told some great stories about the history of the caverns. Honestly though, our favorite part of the trip was hiking all of the numerous scenic trails. Everything is so peaceful here!I'd recommend this place to anyone who loves nature and appreciates God's handiwork!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lizzy Dorie 777 1 Posted August 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2011 Just came across this thread and had to comment. My family and I stayed at DeSoto during Spring Break of '09. One word: BEAUTIFUL!!! We've stayed at many campgrounds, but this place is hands down one of our favs! The staff as well as the locals that we encountered were all very friendly and seemed genuinely glad that we were visiting. We love the fact that the park is within driving distance to so many different attractions. One day we drove into Chattanooga and did Rock City, Ruby Falls, and rode the Incline Railway. The next day we visited Sequoyah Caverns which was fantastic!! The tour guide there seemed very knowledgeable and told some great stories about the history of the caverns. Honestly though, our favorite part of the trip was hiking all of the numerous scenic trails. Everything is so peaceful here!I'd recommend this place to anyone who loves nature and appreciates God's handiwork!!!Your right, we really enjoyed our stay and all the beauty too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FigmentChick 0 Posted August 12, 2011 Report Share Posted August 12, 2011 Your right, we really enjoyed our stay and all the beauty too.I'm so ready to go back! I still can't get over how pretty this area is. Little River Canyon is breathtaking!!! So glad to see that you and your family had such a great trip. The pics you posted are wonderful! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted January 4, 2012 Report Share Posted January 4, 2012 I'll have to add this one to my list!!! I've done day visits there, but haven't camped there yet!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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