Bison, Breezes & Big Skies: Staying at Bama Bison RV Park in Opelika, Alabama 🐾🦬🚐

Hey friends! Ash here from Life on Paws and Wheels, and this week Simba the Adventure Pup and I rolled into one of the most unexpectedly awesome RV stays on our route so far — Bama Bison RV Park & Farm in Opelika, Alabama.

Think: peaceful country vibes, dog-friendly walks, and... real bison roaming right outside your camper. It was the kind of stop that makes full-time RV travel feel magical.

📍 Where We Stayed

Name: Bama Bison RV Park & Farm
Location: Opelika, Alabama
Type: RV park + working bison farm
Dog-Friendly: Yes – Simba loved the smells and sights!
Stay Duration: 2 nights

🏕️ What Makes It Unique?

Bama Bison isn’t just an RV park — it’s a working bison farm with a quiet, back-to-nature vibe that’s perfect for RVers looking for something off the beaten path. The campsites are spacious, surrounded by trees and fields, and best of all — you can watch the bison roam from your site.

There are only a handful of RV spots, which means fewer neighbors, more quiet, and a laid-back, private farm stay feel.

🐶 Simba’s Highlights

Simba was absolutely intrigued by this stop. His favorite moments?

🦬 Watching the bison graze — from a respectful distance
👃 Sniffing around the open grass and wooded trails
🌅 Enjoying sunset walks under big open skies
💤 Napping peacefully with bison in the background (dreaming of prairie dogs, probably)

🧭 RV Park Details

🚿 Amenities: Full hookups (water, sewer, electric)
🚶‍♂️ Walking paths: Yes — great grassy areas and some wooded loops
🐾 Leash rules: Dogs must be leashed, and bison are fenced for safety
🔇 Noise level: Super quiet, just nature sounds
🛒 Nearby: Opelika and Auburn are a short drive away for groceries, restaurants, and fuel

🎥 Watch the Video


In this week’s episode, we give you a full tour of the park and take you on a relaxing walk through the Alabama countryside. It’s peaceful, quirky, and completely unforgettable.

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Why We Loved It

✔️ One-of-a-kind setting
✔️ Safe and spacious for dogs
✔️ Peaceful and beautifully maintained
✔️ Close to town, but far enough to unplug

Whether you’re passing through Alabama or planning a longer stay, Bama Bison RV Park is definitely one to bookmark. It’s the kind of stop that breaks the mold, refreshes your spirit, and reminds you how fun it is to take the road less traveled.

Until next time — stay curious, stay adventurous, and keep those paws moving. 🐾🚐🦬
Location: Opelika, AL, USA

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