Athens, Alabama
This is a Boondockers Welcome host in Athens, AL
Max Rig Size
< 45 (ft)
Parking Spaces
3
Same Day Requests
Yes
A couple of minutes from I-65 Exit 354. Convenient to Athens , Huntsville, Decatur, and Florence, Alabama. 20 or 30 Amp available. 50 Amp may be available, please mention which you would like upon your stay request. Very quiet country setting minutes from downtown Athens. Please only use generator sparingly and during daytime . As we started traveling more after hosting over 60 families we had to decide whether to stop hosting or create an area that the majority of the time would be Self Serve . We decided that we didn't want to have to tell anyone that needs a safe place to stay that we couldn't help them so many times there won't be anyone to greet you. There will be a box to leave donations, thank you for understanding. Suggested Local Attractions:From hiking trails to space travel this area has something for everyone. Tennessee river for Fishing, Boating, and swimming ,Richard Martin Trail, Alabama Veterans Museum, Madison Bowling Center, Sci-Quest hands on science center, Marina ,Old Decatur Historic District ,Carnegie Visual Arts Center, U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Cooks Natural Science Museum, Breweries and distilleries etc. are all within 20 or so miles.
Vehicle Suitability Information
Pets Welcome
Electric Hookup: 30A
Slideouts Allowed
Generators Allowed
Separate Tow Vehicle Parking
House Rules
Our boondocking location is within a few minutes of stores and attractions while in a quiet countryside setting. Park, relax and get some rest. We can supply electricity if you need it. The standard donation would be $10/ night . We will leave it up to you if you feel that you've used more than the standard amount since you will know how much you have used. A/C ,Electric heaters and water heaters can add quite a bit to our bill. Thank you.
Location
Access Road Conditions: Paved two lane street . Driveway is 38 feet wide and has an area about 60 feet wide by 70 feet to turn around in or there is very light traffic if you prefer to back in. Tow Vehicle Parking Details: Towing vehicle may stay attached or in driveway where other RV ers can come and go.
Parking Surface
Gravel
Hosted By bobnsusan23
Age:
65+
We love to travel. Boondocking about 90 % of the time. Details: We love to travel and see new places . Boondocking makes it fun and affordable. Home Town: We live a couple of miles from I-65 Exit 354 Athens, al. Approximately 25 - 30 mins. from U.S. Space and rocket center. (Space Camp )
Availability for RV Camping
References for this location from other RVers
Stombaughbl
1 day ago
Very nice overall. Close to I65. Quiet country setting with easy access. Very open space with no obstructions for a 41 ft 5th wheel. Host communicate well and quickly by Harest Host app or text. Parking is level. I rated parking at a 4 because sites need additional gravel. Would definitely stay again and spend more time at Athens exploring. Village Pizza is excellent place to eat in downtown.
ScottLennard
4 days ago
We stayed here two nights, the location being convenient to our plans in the area. The communications from the host were prompt, the directions clear, the access roads good. When we reached the site we found a large area with room to maneuver. But the lot — oh my! It was a mostly stone lot, with ruts and mounds of stone, interspersed with the red dirt of the area, again rutted and mounded. Boy did we rock and roll pulling in and backing into our site! Things were falling out of my cupboards when I opened them.We expected a “nice country setting.” While we enjoyed the quiet of the area, and the trees around the lot, we did not care for the equipment left of a sand hill behind our site, the old metal furniture with most of the cushions missing, or the anandoned vehicles. We truly appreciate the generosity of hosts who offer us a place to stay, but I do wish I had a better idea of the kind of parking area being offered. We also appreciated the offer of electricity for a small donation, and it was very conveniently located, making our stay more comfortable on these warm nights. Thank you for your hospitality!
SeekingMoreTacos
6 days ago
quick response from Bob, easy on, easy off - close to Buc-cees : ) solid gravel lot in quiet neighborhood, arrived just before dark & glad because narrow countryroads/neighborhood/lot not lighted. not a place for kids - but great for pull in & sleep and back out in morning. thanks
JDH_Travelers
1 week ago
stopped in here while traveling to Florida for one night. power was very good. We backed our 42 foot Long fifth wheel right in the stone driveway. nice quiet location. Thanks for having us!
bauerg
2 weeks ago
I posted a review of this site. i want to follow up as the owner contacted me to tell me that he was having an electrition coming to check out the 50 amp connection ground fault and make sure it is safe. The owner is very responsible and doing everything to insure everything is in order and said he won't let anyone hook up until it has been inspected and cleared. This is a great location close to town and very safe and quiet.
