Welcome to Lay Lake Camp

Experience Life at the Lake

Peaceful mornings, beautiful sunsets, great fishing, and unforgettable family memories. Explore some of our favorite moments around Lay Lake Camp.

Beautiful Sunsets

End every day with spectacular lake views.

Spacious Campsites

Large full-hookup sites with room to relax.

Campfire Evenings

Gather around the fire and enjoy the peaceful nights.

Private Docks

Easy access to the water for fishing and boating.

Kayak Adventures

Launch directly from the dock and explore the lake.

Family Fun

Create memories that last a lifetime.

Great Fishing

Catch bass, crappie, and more just steps from camp.

Games & Relaxation

Enjoy friendly competition with family and friends.

Lake Access

Spend the day on the water whenever you like.

Beautiful All Year

Every season brings something special to Lay Lake.

Welcome!

Your next lakeside getaway starts here.

Discover the best of the outdoors with 100+ acres of scenic woods, peaceful walking trails, and direct access to beautiful Lay Lake.

Ideal for Monthly Stays

Lay Lake Camp is especially well-suited for longer stays — with a quiet setting that feels more like a community than a campground. Monthly Stays Are a Good Fit For:

Well-maintained RVs -- 15 years or newer
Families who want to keep their RV at the lake, ready whenever they are
Retirees looking for an affordable lakeside retreat

Reservations

Whether you're staying for one night or the entire season, we have an option that's right for you.

★ MOST POPULAR

Monthly RV Sites

Starting at $400/mo

Full-hookup RV site
50/30 amp service
Individually metered electric
Long-term stays
Application and approval required

Apply for a Monthly Site

Weekly RV Sites

$320/week

Full-hookup RV site
Electric included
Boat slip included
Perfect for vacations

Nightly RV Sites

$70/night

Full-hookup RV site
Electric included
Boat slip included
Ideal for weekend getaways

Boat Slips

$80/month

Direct access to Lay Lake
Convenient dock access
Available with campsite rentals
Limited availability
Monthly campsite guests receive 50% off boat slip rentals.

Need Help Choosing?

Monthly sites are our most popular option, and availability changes throughout the year. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, an extended vacation, or a long-term stay, we're happy to help you find the best fit. Contact us with your RV size, age, travel dates, and desired length of stay, and we'll recommend the campsite that's right for you.

Current Campsite Availability Map

Policies and Procedures

These policies help maintain a quiet, safe, and well-kept environment for our long-term guests.

Disclaimers

Management reserves the right to refuse any camping unit that is more than 15 years old or is not properly maintained or is visually run down. We may accept older units but please ask first
Management reserves the right to move you to a different campsite or boat slip if unforeseen circumstances require it
No boat shall be repaired or constructed within the Marina area unless in case of an emergency, when special permission must be obtained
Management may reassign, for any reason and in its discretion, the boat slip assigned to the lessee
Management reserves the right to eject or refuse service to any person for any reason or persons who break or disregard rules
Management reserves the right, without prior notification, to make changes to the policies and procedures
Lay Lake Camp LLC is not responsible for loss or damage due to fire, accident, theft, weather or catastrophic events
LAY LAKE CAMP LLC ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, OR INJURY TO ANY PERSON ARISING OUT OF USE OF THESE FACILITIES OR FROM THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

General

In order to stay Lay Lake Camp, a reservation must be made - Please call us directly at (205) 223-0331 or email us at tracey@squarearc.com
For monthly rentals, schedule your check-in in advance. Check out is before 4:00 PM CST on the last day of the month. For weekly or nightly rentals, check-in is after 1:00 PM CST on the first day of the rental. Check out is before 11:00 AM CST on the last day of the rental.
Site fee is paid upon arrival or in advance. A $50 late fee will apply if site fee becomes past due.
Monthly Tenants are responsible for obtaining power with Alabama Power.
There is a $40 returned/”bad” check fee
Lay Lake Camp is a recreational facility, not a full-time residential facility. Guests are required to provide their permanent address with registration. Campers may not use the park address to establish residency related to school, voter registration, or any other matter deemed not to be normal camping activities by the management.
Register all overnight guests in advance
“Doubling Up” is not allowed – only one RV and two personal vehicles are allowed per site
Golf carts and other motorized vehicles may only be operated on roads. All non-paved and non-graveled roads and trails are for foot traffic only. Do not drive thru empty sites (use the main roads only)
If your vehicle is in a site that you have not reserved, the vehicle may be towed at the owner’s expense
Sub-leasing campsites or boat slips is strictly prohibited
It is required that water be shut off when the RV will be unoccupied for more than 1 week
Vehicle Repair and Maintenance: No oil changes, body work, painting etc., on site, except by professional mobile repair companies and authorized by the management
No large appliances in the campsites outside of the RV (refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, dryers)
No dock, slip, walkway, or shore area be used as a storage space for any gear or equipment unless authorized by the management in writing

Common courtesy

Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
No excessive noise, loud parties, radios, or TVs
No public drunkenness or illegal drug use
No public profanity – this is a family establishment
Do not block thruways
Respect the natural environment of the park
Cleanliness / Appearance: Please keep your site clean and free from debris, trash, and pet waste
Deposit bagged trash in trash dumpster provided on site - Trash must be put in bags and tied - No loose trash please - No large items
Soliciting is prohibited. No peddling or business enterprise is allowed in the park. Signs for the sale of products or services are not allowed. Likewise, the Marina area shall never be used by Lessee for taking in or discharging persons for hire, rental of boats or for public or freight carrying of any kind
The Lessee is responsible for the conduct of any and all persons using, visiting, or occupying his or her campsite or boat while such persons are present at the campground

Pets

Owner Takes full responsibility for their pet
Pets must always kept on a leash and under your control
Pets may not be tied to docks or walkways
Clean up after yourself and your animals (use a “Pooper Scooper”)
Vicious/ferocious animals are not allowed - Pit bulls are not allowed
Excessive barking is not allowed

Safety

In case of an emergency, please dial 911
Please be aware that management assumes no liability for loss or damage to property, or injury to any person arising out of the use of these facilities. Remember to take care of any valuables you bring with you, and always keep your own safety in mind
Guests are responsible for the conduct and safety of their children. Young children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Keep campfires contained in fire pits and/or grills
Follow the speed limit – 10 mph. All motorists must be cautious
In the event of severe storms or tornadoes, Shelby County provides several public storm shelters. The nearest one is located in downtown Columbiana at 107 Mildred Street, directly behind the Police Station and City Hall.
Do not adjust, remove, change, etc. any part of the electrical box
Do not cut any part of a tree – if a limb is low hanging, report it to the management
You are responsible for any damage to the campground due to your neglect (running over utilities, damage to structures, etc)
You are responsible for any damage to docks. Boat fenders and/or bumpers are required for docked boats at all times
Smoking is not permitted on the docks or near any fuel storage containers
Diving from the docks or a vessel in the camp’s marina is prohibited

Sewer

Lay Lake Camp is connected to a septic system which requires guests to take care in the disposal of certain items
Please do not flush or pour down your drains: coffee grounds, disposable diapers, wipes, sanitary napkins or other feminine products (including those labeled flushable), medication, cigarette butts, fats, grease, oil, paints, thinners, kitchen scraps, dental floss, kitty litter, tampons, condoms, paper towels, varnishes, waste oils, pesticides, facial tissues, paper towels, automotive antifreeze, ammonia, acetone, or other solids that may cause clogging. These items can cause damage to the park’s septic system as well as the holding tanks in RVs
If it is found that a blockage is due to a guest’s negligence, the guest will be assessed charges for labor and supplies to make repairs at a minimum of $50