Bates Farm, Decatur, Alabama

Decatur, AL

About

Bates Farm in Decatur, Alabama, is a whimsical and nature-rich primitive campground where adventure, fantasy, and education blend seamlessly in a unique outdoor escape. Welcoming car campers, vintage campers, and groups, the farm offers a magical setting amid enchanting woodlands, featuring a thrilling 3D archery range, guided flower walks, bird and tree hikes, wildlife watching, and hands-on Nature Academy classes in partnership with Shoalseer.org focused on native ecology and outdoor survival skills. Beyond camping, Bates Farm serves as a stunning venue for weddings, festivals, and family gatherings, creating unforgettable memories against a backdrop of natural beauty. Just minutes from Cook’s Children’s Museum and the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, guests can also enjoy free ice and outdoor movie nights under the stars. Experience the wonder and magic of Bates Farm—plan your extraordinary getaway today!

Park Features

  • Arts & Crafts
  • Bathrooms
  • Garbage
  • General Store
  • Hiking
  • Ice Cream
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Theater
  • Playground
  • Showers
  • Special Events
  • Volleyball

About the Park

Bates Farm in Decatur, Alabama, is a whimsical and nature-rich primitive campground where adventure, fantasy, and education blend seamlessly in a unique outdoor escape. Welcoming car campers, vintage campers, and groups, the farm offers a magical setting amid enchanting woodlands, featuring a thrilling 3D archery range, guided flower walks, bird and tree hikes, wildlife watching, and hands-on Nature Academy classes in partnership with Shoalseer.org focused on native ecology and outdoor survival skills. Beyond camping, Bates Farm serves as a stunning venue for weddings, festivals, and family gatherings, creating unforgettable memories against a backdrop of natural beauty. Just minutes from Cook’s Children’s Museum and the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, guests can also enjoy free ice and outdoor movie nights under the stars. Experience the wonder and magic of Bates Farm—plan your extraordinary getaway today!

Address

Bates Farm, Decatur, Alabama
343 Conway Road, Decatur, AL 35603

Park Policies

Check-In: After 2:00pm
Check-Out: Before 12:00pm
Early Check-In: 10:00am
Late Check-Out: 10:00pm

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Park Features

  • Arts & Crafts
    Additional Cost
  • Bathrooms
  • Garbage
  • General Store
  • Hiking
  • Ice Cream
    Additional Cost
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Theater
  • Playground
  • Showers
  • Special Events
  • Volleyball

Nearby Activities

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Breweries
  • Fishing
  • Gardens
  • Golfing
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sites
  • Live Music
  • Museums
  • Paddling
  • Restaurants
  • Shopping
  • Theater
  • Wildlife Watching