Overview

Lock 1 Park is situated on the historical Tombigbee River cut off. The park offers a boat ramp, picnic shelter, flush tiolets, primitive campsites and parking lot. An interesting feature is the reminance of Old Lock 1 completed around 1897.

Facilities

Block restrooms with flush toilets and shelter with electricity 

Recreation

Fishing, picnicing and wildlife watching are just a few outdoor activities that can be done at the park.

Important Notices

• The rental of this shelter is subject to the following conditions: 

• Day users may rent the picnic shelters for a fee of $40. It reserves the shelter for the day. It does not guarantee entry into the park nor special treatment so customers are urged to show up early.

• Excessive noise is PROHIBITED. This includes the operation or use of any audio or other noise producing device including, but not limited to: radios, televisions, stereos, musical instruments, and motorized equipment in a loud and disruptive manner.

• Items that can use excessive water, such as water slides, are prohibited.

• The use of water balloons is prohibited.

• Boisterous, rowdy and/or disorderly actions by individuals are prohibited.

• The group/sponsor will not charge the public a fee to enter the shelter or for items the group/sponsor possesses (i.e., selling of food plates).

• All vehicles must be parked in designated parking spaces. Vehicles should not be parked off pavement or gravel area without special written permission.

• Park closes at 10:00 p.m. 

• Shelter should be cleaned, lights turned off, and area vacated by closing time. 

• All trash at shelter and surrounding area (including parking lot) should be picked up and placed in garbage cans. If garbage cans become full, excess trash should be placed in bags and stacked next to garbage cans. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR LEAVING THE SHELTER THE WAY YOU FOUND IT.

• Group size will be limited to seating and parking capacity of shelter and parking area.

• NO REFUNDS OR RAIN CHECKS OF RESERVATION FEE. Cancellation due to inclement weather may be rescheduled on another open day within 6 months of original reservation date. The reservation holder must show original reservation receipt and this completed page at time of rescheduling reservation.

• The use of confetti and/or water balloons are prohibited.

Notifications and Alerts

• Old Lock 1 Park in Jackson, Alabama, will be temporarily closed to the public from September 8, 2026 - November 5, 2026, to accommodate scheduled dredging operations in the area.

  The closure is necessary to provide a safe work environment for personnel and the public while dredging operations are conducted. During this time, visitors will not be permitted to access the park or areas affected by the closure.

  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers appreciates the public's patience and cooperation during this temporary closure. Visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly and avoid the park throughout the closure period.

  For questions regarding the closure, members of the public may contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Demopolis Resource Office at 334-289-3540.

Cancellation Policy

<p>NO REFUNDS OR RAIN CHECKS OF RESERVATION FEE. Cancellation due to inclement weather may be rescheduled on another open day within 6 months of original reservation date. The reservation holder must show original reservation receipt and this completed page at time of rescheduling reservation.</p>

Contact Information

Phone: 334-289-3540

Rental Options

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