State Parks Near Selma, Alabama

3 state park units lie within 50 miles of Selma. The closest is Paul Grist State Park, about 12 mi north of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Paul Grist State Park12 mi north
Within 25 miles
1of 3 within 50 mi
With camping
31 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Selma, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Selma; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Paul Grist State Park

    12 miles north · Selma, Alabama · State Park

    Visitors come for horseback riding, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The official site lists about 20 miles of trails. Water access includes boat or kayak rentals.

    11 campsitesSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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  2. Roland Cooper State Park

    28 miles southwest · Camden, Alabama · State Park

    Popular activities here are hunting in season, boating, and fishing. For overnight stays there are 41 campsites (RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites). Roofed lodging includes cabins.

    41 campsitesCabins/lodgingFishingBoating$5 per vehicle

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  3. Chickasaw State Park

    44 miles west · Demopolis, Alabama · State Park

    Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites. The park says there are no showers.

    Camping

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Selma

  1. Paul Grist State Park 12 mi north · 11 campsites
  2. Roland Cooper State Park 28 mi southwest · 41 campsites
  3. Chickasaw State Park 44 mi west · Campground listed

Cabins and lodging near Selma

  1. Roland Cooper State Park 28 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Selma

  1. Paul Grist State Park 12 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Selma

  1. Paul Grist State Park 12 mi north · Hiking trails listed

Fishing near Selma

  1. Paul Grist State Park 12 mi north · Fishing listed
  2. Roland Cooper State Park 28 mi southwest · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Selma

What is the closest state park to Selma?

Paul Grist State Park is the closest, about 12 miles north of Selma in a straight line. Next are Roland Cooper State Park and Chickasaw State Park.

How many state parks are near Selma?

3 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Selma have camping?

3 parks list camping, the nearest being Paul Grist State Park, Roland Cooper State Park and Chickasaw State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Selma?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Selma?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.