Oak Mountain State Park Completes Campground Renovation
Oak Mountain State Park held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 18, 2024, commemorating the completion of the newly renovated campground. The facilities will officially open to the public beginning Memorial Day Weekend. After closing for construction in August 2023, the re-opening is a highly anticipated kick-off to the summer season at one of Alabama’s most popular state parks.
Camping Reimagined at Oak Mountain State Park
The $13 million project includes a brand-new camp store, dog park, and Alabama State Park’s first National Demonstration Site (NDS) playground. Expanded, ADA-compliant tent and RV sites are also part of the renovation, broadening accessibility for all guests. Visitors will now have access to widened, modernized camping pads, high-speed Wi-Fi, and fully accessible family unit bathhouses, including laundry facilities with heating and air conditioning. All RV sites come with a grill, fire pit, lantern hook, and picnic table, making for a luxurious “glamping” experience. For the naturalists, tent sites have been equipped with new amenities as well.
“We truly believe the new campground will revolutionize the experience campers enjoy at Oak Mountain State Park”, said Chris Blankenship, Commissioner of Conservation for the State of Alabama. “Everything is bigger and better than it was before, and we can’t wait for our loyal customers to get here and enjoy everything the park has to offer.”
Ensuring Excellence
HPM managed the Oak Mountain State Park renovation providing logistical support from preconstruction through closeout. A crucial component to achieving success was remaining on track with the project’s master schedule. An extensive list of materials with long lead-times required thorough planning and proactivity to circumvent supply chain issues. Proper procurement methods and meticulous schedule tracking allowed the team to complete construction on time. Each measure of diligence taken by the project team paved the way for the campground’s official opening date to be upheld.
Prior to undergoing renovations at Oak Mountain State Park, the Alabama Dept of Conservation & Natural Resources (ADCNR) called upon HPM to serve as program manager for a series of renovation projects at parks throughout the state. The three-year capital improvement program will benefit 14 state parks. HPM partnered with ADCNR to determine how to best schedule the projects and allocate resources to all corners of the state, and will continue to see the projects through to completion.
