Steel Creek
Rabun, Alabama
| Address: | Steel Creek, Alabama 36562, USA |
| GPS: |
31°3'39.3"N 87°43'6.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Alabama |
National Park
Camp, Hike, and Swim
Steel Creek is a beautiful recreation area in Buffalo National Forrest Arkansas. Nestled by this forested creek is Steel Creek Campground. The campground has 25 tent only camp sites, 14 of these campsite allow up to four stock animals.This is a popular place to bring horses for overnight riding trips. Horse trails can be found near the campground and throughout the park. Sites have no water or electrical hookups, but the campground has flush able toilets and a water spigot between May and September.
In addition to horse trails, there are miles of hiking trails in the park. There are hikes available for various skill levels making this campsite the perfect jumping off point for any adventure.
Near the campsite the creek is a great location for a swim. The water is deep and calm enough to allow visitors to use the water to cool off and splash around in. The creek is also available for people wanting to kayak and canoe.
More Information
Steel Creek Campground - Buffalo National River (U.S. National Park Service)
Download a map of Steel Creek Campground
https://www.nps.gov/buff/planyourvisit/steel-creek-campground.htmBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
Read More
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Rabun, Alabama
- Head northeast on Rabun Rd toward Mitchem Rd (0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto Paul Rd (0.9 mi)
- Turn left to stay on Paul Rd (1.3 mi)
- Turn left (0.6 mi)
- Turn right (1.3 mi)
- Turn right (1.2 mi)
- Sharp right (0.2 mi)
Other Swimming Holes and Hiking Trails Nearby
Chickasabogue Park
Prichard, Alabama
29.9 miles SWA 1,100-acre wildlife refuge with a cool, tannic stream, white sandbars, a roped swim area, and canoe rentals at $5/hr — one of the few streams in south Alabama that stays refreshing all summer.
Camp, Canoe, Hike, Mountain Bike, Swim
St Stephens Park
Saint Stephens, Alabama
39.2 miles NWSwim near Saint Stephens, Alabama
Swim
Escatawpa Hollow Campground and Canoe Rental
Wilmer, Alabama
43.3 miles WWhite sandy beaches and amber flat-water on the Escatawpa River make this a mellow retreat with shallow stretches, deep fishing holes, and sandbars for campers.
Camp, Canoe, Swim
Coldwater Creek Canoe Trail
Milton, Florida
47.5 miles SEA spring-fed Florida paddling trail with swift, cool, crystal-clear water over a sandy bottom through 20 miles of undeveloped forest — narrow in spots with gravel bars reminiscent of Gulf beaches.
Camp, Canoe, Kayak, SwimNearby Campsites
Chickasabogue Park
Prichard, Alabama
29.9 miles SWA 1,100-acre wildlife refuge with a cool, tannic stream, white sandbars, a roped swim area, and canoe rentals at $5/hr — one of the few streams in south Alabama that stays refreshing all summer.
Camp, Canoe, Hike, Mountain Bike, Swim
Escatawpa Hollow Campground and Canoe Rental
Wilmer, Alabama
43.3 miles WWhite sandy beaches and amber flat-water on the Escatawpa River make this a mellow retreat with shallow stretches, deep fishing holes, and sandbars for campers.
Camp, Canoe, Swim
Coldwater Creek Canoe Trail
Milton, Florida
47.5 miles SEA spring-fed Florida paddling trail with swift, cool, crystal-clear water over a sandy bottom through 20 miles of undeveloped forest — narrow in spots with gravel bars reminiscent of Gulf beaches.
Camp, Canoe, Kayak, Swim
