Minooka Park
Jemison, Alabama
15 RV Sites, 2 Cabins
In Chilton County at the geographic center of Alabama—in the rolling Coosa Valley terrain between Birmingham and Montgomery where the peach orchards and the Coosa River drainage define the character of a county that produces more peaches than any other in the state—Minooka Park occupies 420 acres of woodland terrain operated by Chilton County as a multi-use outdoor recreation facility with an RV campground, ATV and off-road motorcycle trail network, stocked fishing pond, and primitive camping that collectively serve the full range of outdoor interests that central Alabama's recreational public brings to the park. The ATV trail network through 420 acres of wooded terrain is the park's primary draw for its core enthusiast population, and the RV campground with full hookup sites and cabin rentals provides the overnight infrastructure that makes multi-day trail riding and fishing stays practical.
The RV campground provides 36 full hookup sites with water, 30 and 50-amp electric, and sewage connections alongside four partial hookup sites with water and power only. Two cabin rentals give non-RV guests the enclosed accommodation option, and primitive camping is available for guests who want the minimal-infrastructure camping experience on the park's acreage. A centrally located bathhouse and playground serve the campground area specifically, and three pavilions distributed across the property provide the shelter and gathering infrastructure for group visits, family reunions, and organized ATV riding groups that use the park on a regular basis.
The seven-acre fishing pond at the center of the park's open landscape provides the most peaceful on-site natural recreation—stocked with bass, catfish, and bream, the pond's one-mile gravel walking trail circuit gives non-riding guests a genuine outdoor activity that the ATV-dominated trail system doesn't serve. The pond's bird life—great blue herons, kingfishers, wood ducks, and the songbirds drawn to the water's edge habitat—adds natural observation value to what the pond delivers as a fishing destination. The surrounding 420 acres of mixed hardwood woodland through which the ATV trails wind provides the forest character that makes riding in this terrain genuinely engaging rather than simply loud—oak, hickory, and sweetgum on the upland slopes transitioning to bottomland forest in the drainages.
Chilton County's central Alabama position between the two major urban centers gives the park a practical accessibility from both directions. The county's peach heritage—Chilton County produces some of the finest peaches in the South, with harvest stands along Highway 31 from mid-May through August drawing buyers from Birmingham and Montgomery who consider the seasonal peach run a fixed point on the summer calendar—provides the most distinctive local culinary experience of any central Alabama county. The Coosa River and its Lake Mitchell impoundment, accessible from the surrounding county, extend the fishing and boating options for guests whose interests run beyond the park's stocked pond. Birmingham's cultural and dining resources are within driving range for guests who want an urban day trip from the central Alabama base.
Minooka Park is open year-round, and the ATV and off-road riding season runs across all four seasons in the Alabama climate where snow is rare and winters allow trail use on most days. Spring and fall represent the most comfortable riding seasons. The fishing pond is productive year-round for bream and catfish, with bass fishing best in spring and fall. Reserve your full hookup site, load the ATV, and let Alabama's geographic center earn its position as the overlooked outdoor recreation hub of the central part of the state.
What does this place offer
- Basketball
- Bathrooms
- Boating
- Cabins
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Fishing
- Full Hookup
- Gated Entrance
- Hiking
- Lake
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Location
Minooka Park, 2391 Co Rd 146, Jemison, AL 35085, USA
Things to know
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PMRules
Registration and Arrival
Check-In Procedure
- Check-in is 3 pm.
- Check-out time is 12:00 noon.
- For late departure, please check with park staff.
- While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement.
RV Campground Rules
- Management reserves the right to refuse service to any RV based on appearance and/or condition.
- Feminine products and personal/cleaning wipes (even if they're marked "flushable") should be disposed of in a garbage can, not flushed.
- Tarps covering RVs are not allowed.
- Long-term stays (2 weeks or more) are restricted to RVs no more than 20 years old.
- No permanent structures (decks, etc.)
- On camping sites, only one camping unit and two vehicles are allowed per site.
- All outdoor items must be kept clean and orderly and must not infringe on a neighboring site.
- Camping rates are based on 1-4 individuals per site.
Pet Policy
- Pets must be on a leash and cannot be disturbing to other guests.
- Owners are required to clean up pet waste.
Trash
- Place all trash in the dumpster located at the campground entrance.
Quiet hours
- Quiet hours are 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Fires
- Fires are permitted in fire rings only.
- Do not burn trash in fire rings.
- Dry conditions may result in burn bans.
Firearms
- Absolutely no use of any type of gun, archery equipment, or fireworks allowed.
Tent
- One canopy tent no larger than 12X12 may be erected (cannot be used for extra camping space or storage).
Entrance Gates
- Entrance gates are provided for your security.
- Do not give anyone the gate code without prior permission.
Campers with OHVs
- No joy riding in the campground.
- Trail use is restricted to normal operating hours.
- Allowing OHV riders entrance to the park when the park is closed is strictly prohibited.
- All parties involved will be required to leave.
Speed Limit
- Posted speed limits apply to all motor vehicles, including off-highway vehicles.
Trail Use Rules & Regulations
- All off-highway vehicles must obey posted speed limits and traffic laws that apply to all motor vehicles on park roads.
- Absolutely no speeding, wheelies, no spin-outs, and donuts in the gravel parking lots.
Prohibited
- Alcohol and illegal drugs are prohibited.
- Helmets are required for all vehicles with the exception of those with roll bars and seat belts.
- The possession of alcoholic beverages in any public area is prohibited.
Age
- Minooka Park follows American National Standards Institute (ANSI) regarding age requirements for ATVs.
- Always follow the manufacturer’s minimum age recommendation on the ATV.
- Three-wheeled ATVs are not allowed.
Vehicles
- Vehicles are to stay within the boundaries of the park and off all private land.
- All internal combustion engines must contain a spark-arresting device properly installed and in effective working order.
- Vehicles are required to stay on designated trails.
- Operating a vehicle carelessly, recklessly, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs is prohibited.
- The gravel walking trail around the lake is designated for foot travel, only operating a vehicle on a road or trail that is blocked by a gate, sign, or other barrier to restrict such travel is prohibited.
Riders
- All riders must sign an official waiver form upon entering the park.
- Minors 17 years and under must have a parent or legal guardian sign a waiver.
Park Disclaimer
- Failure to follow rules and regulations may result in dismissal from the park without refund.
- Management reserves the right to amend rules at any time without notice.
- Minooka Park has the right to amend and/or add to these rules.
- Failure to follow the above rules and regulations will result in immediate dismissal from the park without refund and may in s.
- Policies and terms are set and enforced directly by Minooka Park and are subject to change as their policies are adjusted.
- Please contact Minooka Park for more details.
Cancellation Policy
Minooka Park Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund until 3 days prior to check-in.
- 50% percent refund 1 day prior, then the reservation is non-refundable.
- Note: all refund calculations exclude the RoverPass service fees and credit card processing, which are non-refundable.
RoverPass Cancellation Policy
- The platform and processing fees are non-refundable.
- All Spot2Nite reservations require payment in full at the time of booking.
- Please contact Spot2Nite to cancel a reservation via email to [email protected] or call (877)778-2683, Option 1.
- Spot2Nite convenience fees and credit card processing fees are non-refundable.