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NO REFUNDS OR RAIN CHECKS OF RESERVATION FEE. Cancellation due to inclement weather may be rescheduled on another open day within 6 months of...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
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Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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About Lock 1

Step back in time at Lock 1 Park, where the weathered stone remnants of an 1897 lock stand as silent sentinels along a peaceful cut off of the Tombigbee River. This charming riverside retreat offers primitive camping and day-use facilities, complete with a boat ramp, covered picnic shelter, and modern restrooms—all set against the backdrop of over a century of river navigation history.
The campground includes primitive campsites. No other specific camping types are mentioned.
Historical SignificanceThe park's centerpiece is the evocative remains of Old Lock 1, completed around 1897 when river commerce was the lifeblood of Alabama. These weathered structures tell the story of an era when steamboats and barges navigated the Tombigbee's waters through an intricate system of locks and dams. Walking among these historic remnants, visitors can almost hear the echoes of lock operators calling out commands and the rush of water filling the chambers, offering a tangible connection to the region's rich maritime heritage.
Natural Features and SceneryNestled along a tranquil oxbow of the Tombigbee River, Lock 1 Park offers a serene escape where water meets wilderness. The river's gentle current attracts wading birds and waterfowl, while the surrounding banks provide excellent vantage points for wildlife observation. Whether you're launching your boat from the convenient ramp, enjoying a meal under the shade of the picnic shelter, or simply watching the sun set over the water, the park's natural beauty creates a peaceful retreat from everyday life.
Geological RegionLocated on a historic cut off of the Tombigbee River, where the river's natural meandering created an isolated channel that now provides calm waters and protected shoreline habitat
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Reservations are allowed

Site layoutFacilities include primitive campsites, a picnic shelter, a boat ramp, block restrooms with flush toilets, a shelter with electricity, and a parking lot.
Cancellation PolicyNo refunds or rain checks for reservation fees. Inclement-weather cancellations may be rescheduled on another open day within 6 months with original reservation receipt and completed page.

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Flush toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Recreational opportunities at Lock 1 Park include fishing, picnicking and wildlife watching; a boat ramp provides access to the Tombigbee River cut off for boating.
Fishing
Fishing is available on the Tombigbee River cut off adjacent to the park.
Boating
A boat ramp is provided for launching boats on the Tombigbee River cut off.
Wildlife viewing
Wildlife watching is listed as a recreational activity in the park.
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  • Pets are not allowed

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Proximity to water featuresLocated on the Tombigbee River cut off and offers an on-site boat ramp.

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Last updated December 10, 2025
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