Fee: Adults $8; college students, seniors (65+) and military $5; children 6-18 $3; under 6 free. Active-duty military and families free Memorial Day to Labor Day.
About this park
Pond Spring, the General Joe Wheeler Home, is a 50-acre site in Lawrence County with 12 historic buildings, gardens and archaeological features dating back nearly 5,000 years. The main house was the post-Civil War home of Joseph Wheeler, who served as a Confederate lieutenant general, U.S. congressman and Spanish-American War general. The site takes its name from a spring-fed pond on the grounds. Visitors can tour the home and grounds. It is a historic site with no camping; call to confirm hours.
Pond Spring - General Joe Wheeler Home FAQ
Where is Pond Spring - General Joe Wheeler Home located?
Pond Spring - General Joe Wheeler Home is in Hillsboro, Alabama, at 12280 Alabama Highway 20. GPS coordinates: 34.6393, -87.1917. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Pond Spring - General Joe Wheeler Home?
Adults $8; college students, seniors (65+) and military $5; children 6-18 $3; under 6 free. Active-duty military and families free Memorial Day to Labor Day. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Pond Spring - General Joe Wheeler Home?
You can call (256) 637-8513. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Pond Spring - General Joe Wheeler Home?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Piney Grove (64.8 mi, reservable)
- Whitten Park (73.8 mi, reservable)
- Burchfield Branch Park (83.5 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Pond Spring - General Joe Wheeler Home?
This listing was last updated on October 7, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.