Boating and fishing enthusiasts will find direct lake access at Georgia Veterans State Park Campground, which sits on the shores of Lake Blackshear in central Georgia. The campground features three distinct camping loops with both back-in and pull-through sites, accommodating RVs up to 65 feet with water and electric hookups. Sites along the waterfront command higher prices but offer immediate lake access where boaters can pull watercraft directly onto shore.
The campground maintains an organized, well-maintained atmosphere with paved roads and gravel sites that are generally level. Louis N. notes that "shower houses are cleaned daily by camp hosts and are well maintained." However, several campers report significant gnat issues during warmer months, particularly in September. The layout provides limited privacy between sites, creating an open feel that some find less secluded than typical state park settings.
Recreation opportunities extend well beyond the lake, with disc golf, nature trails, archery range, and fishing piers throughout the 1,308-acre park. A military museum displays combat equipment and aircraft, while model airplane enthusiasts use a designated flying field. The adjacent SAM Railway runs passenger trains twice daily past the camping area. Rental options include pontoon boats, kayaks, and canoes for exploring the lake's finger coves and inlets.
Access requires driving through the entire park to reach the campground at the back, reducing through traffic but extending arrival time. Sites lack sewer hookups, requiring trips to the dump station before departure. Weekend reservations fill quickly, though weekday availability remains more reliable. For additional camping options in the region, consider places to camp around Cordele.
Plan for extra time to explore the museum and outdoor military displays, particularly if traveling with children interested in aviation history.
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Map & DirectionsGeorgia Veterans State Park Campground is located in Georgia near Cordele
Directions
Located 9 miles west of I-75 (exit #101) near Cordele on U.S. Hwy 280.
Address
2459 US Highway 280 W
Cordele, GA 31015
Coordinates
31.96800068 N
83.91200067 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/30/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 12/11/25
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 users
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 41 min from Albany, GA
- 52 min from Warner Robins, GA
- 1 hr from Macon, GA
- 1 hr 33 min from Columbus, GA
























