Dewayne Hayes Campground

My GPS pulled me off Hwy 82 onto some back roads - just get off onto Hwy 45 for a more direct route. Otherwise it was well signed. Winter registration was clearly posted at the entry station (first come first serve). This is a linear park along the banks of the Tombigbee river - large well spaced concrete pads with picnic table, fire ring, grill, work table, hang pole, water & electric. 100 total RV Sites, 10 primitive sites. Sites 1-13 & 64-76 have sewer. There is a nice paved interpretive path through the woods. The host was super friendly. A few OTA TV channels, 1 bar of T-Mobile without the booster - 3-4 with. Lots of tall trees so access to sun or satellite is a bit limited, probably minimal when the trees are in bloom. Things open is a bit after site 70. Oh, we were in a pull-through site #66. The only other pull-through is 86.

This was our first time camping at Dewayne Hayes and were pleasantly surprised! It was a nice, quiet campground and the sites were well spaced out. There were some that were double sites. The sites were very easy to get into. You can see the Tennessee - Tombigbee Waterway from the campsites, but there is very little access to the river, except at the boat launch. There are some sites that have sewer, but most of those are only available as walk - up sites. The bath houses are average. There is more than adequate additional parking. The camp hosts were extremely nice and helpful. We camped in a 38 foot motorhome with a tow vehicle.

Rate includes America the Beautiful Senior Pass. Stayed in a site with full hookup right next to the river. Campground was quiet and peaceful. There was a restroom/shower/laundry right across the road. Clean and shower water was hot. Nice paved walking path along a hardwood swamp. Saw three or four deer every time we went for a walk. Cell service was fine keeping up to date with news on the internet. OK over the air TV, but not perfect.

Took my 9 and 5 year old here for our first camping trip. Host was super helpful and nice. Several full hookups with sewer including #76 where we stayed. Hiking/bike trails were paved like a sidewalk and provided some pretty nice views. The day use side was not as well kept up with sticks down everywhere on the trails but the campground side was super nice and clean. I will definitely stay here again.