Natural Features
Running artesian well on-site
Upcoming Availability
13 of 14 days currently show available sites.
Tue, Oct 27
None
available
Wed, Oct 28
1
site
Thu, Oct 29
1
site
Fri, Oct 30
1
site
Sat, Oct 31
1
site
Sun, Nov 1
1
site
Mon, Nov 2
1
site
Tue, Nov 3
1
site
Wed, Nov 4
1
site
Thu, Nov 5
1
site
Fri, Nov 6
1
site
Sat, Nov 7
1
site
Sun, Nov 8
1
site
Mon, Nov 9
1
site
Campground guide
What to know before booking
Lock 6 Park is located on what once was a working lock and dam on the Black Warrior River. Running artesian well on-site
Official campground details, summarized
Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.
Recreation
Fishing, boating, picnicing, family gatherings and wildlife watching are recreational activities that can be enjoyed at Lock 6.
Campsite map
Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.
Campsites
A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.
Site Lock 6 Shelter
Lock 6
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vehicle
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people
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shade
Important notices
The rental of this shelter is subject to the following conditions:
Excessive noise is PROHIBITED. This includes the operation or use of any audio or other noise producing device including, but not limited to: radios, televisions, stereos, musical instruments, and motorized equipment in a loud and disruptive manner.
Items that can use excessive water, such as water slides, are prohibited.
The use of water balloons is prohibited.
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Surrounding campgrounds
Other tracked campgrounds within driving distance, nearest first.
Finches Ferry
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Belmont Park
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Lock 8
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Foscue Creek
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Spillway Falls
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Common questions
Is Lock 6 available right now?
Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 13 of the next 14 days, starting Wed, Oct 28. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.
How do I book Lock 6?
Reservations are handled by Recreation.gov, not by Kestrel. Use the official reservation link on this page to book. Kestrel only watches availability and tells you when a site frees up.
How quickly will I hear about a cancellation?
Kestrel rescans every two minutes, and every 30 seconds during the provider's daily release window. Alerts go out by email as soon as a matching site appears.