Payne Lake is located around one hour and thirty minutes to the south from busy Birmingham, Alabama and is a protected area surrounded by forest and wilderness, offering a great destination to simply enjoy a day in a relaxing lakeside setting. Payne Lake provides a relaxed, quiet, and peaceful atmosphere with picturesque spots for picnics and camping.

Each campsite features a trailer or tent pad, fire or cooking circle, and a picnic table. Walking trails also surround the lake’s glistening waters and hiking opportunities are immersive and easy. There are also two bathhouses and swimming beaches at Payne Lake.

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