Carrollton Alabama BEACHES & WATERFRONT ESCAPES


Listed below are the best beaches and waterfront escapes near Carrollton, Alabama.



1. Pickensville Campground

Lakefront family escape. Swim at the sandy lakefront beach, picnic under shady trees, and enjoy wide-open water views on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. The campground offers a swim beach, playground, accessible fishing dock, and picnic shelters for a full day of water recreation.

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2. Pickensville Recreation Area

Wooded lakeside retreat. Explore wooded trails, relax at the waterfront beach, and scan for bald eagles and ospreys along the shore of Aliceville Lake. This scenic park features a picnic area, restrooms, a boardwalk, and easy access for swimming and wildlife observation.

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3. Payne Lake Recreation Area

Twin sandy beaches. Relax on two sandy swimming beaches set against the tranquil shores of Payne Lake in the Talladega National Forest. Camp, fish, swim, or hike along a 1.5-mile trail while surrounded by rolling hills and mixed hardwood-pine forests.

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4. Lake Lurleen State Park

Spacious lakeside park. Enjoy a large, sandy swimming beach and sprawling picnic areas beside the sparkling waters of Lake Lurleen. The park offers fishing, boating, hiking, and family-friendly amenities just minutes from Tuscaloosa.

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5. Paul M. Grist State Park

Quiet reservoir oasis. Relax on the grassy beach along a 100-acre lake perfect for swimming, kayaking, and sunbathing. The park features picnic sites, a playground, and boat rentals in a tranquil, wooded setting.

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6. Oak Mountain State Park

Mountain lake getaway. Swim and sunbathe at two public beaches on Double Oak Lake, with pedal boat rentals, picnic pavilions, and scenic mountain views. This expansive park is a favorite for hiking, biking, and lakefront relaxation.

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7. Lake Lowndes State Park

Lakeside Mississippi retreat. Unwind on a sandy beach with swimming, volleyball, and picnic tables along the scenic shores of Lake Lowndes. The park blends classic beach fun with miles of hiking trails and forested lakeside camping.

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8. DeSoto State Park

Mountain stream beach. Cool off at the natural swimming beach along the West Fork of Little River, a unique spot nestled in the foothills of Lookout Mountain. Enjoy wading, sunbathing, and picnicking surrounded by waterfalls and lush forests.

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9. Wind Creek State Park

Lake Martin gem. Swim and relax at a large, family-friendly sandy beach on the clear waters of Lake Martin. The park features boat rentals, fishing, and lakeside camping for the ultimate waterfront adventure.

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10. Chewacla State Park

Spring-fed lake beach. Swim and bask on a sandy beach at the park's spring-fed lake, surrounded by rolling hills and forest. Chewacla offers mountain biking, hiking trails, and scenic waterfalls for active families.

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