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Bolding Mill

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Online reservations for Bolding Mill, Duckett Mill, and Old Federal Campgrounds must now be made through Hall County Parks and Leisure. The U.S. Army Corps and Hall County are teaming up this season to co-manage these three great campgrounds. To check on the status of a specific campground or to make reservations online, please visit www.hallcounty.org/308/Parks-Leisure

Online reservations for Bolding Mill, Duckett Mill, and Old Federal Campgrounds must now be made through Hall County Parks and Leisure. The U.S. Army Corps and Hall County are teaming up this season to co-manage these three great campgrounds. To check on the status of a specific campground or to make reservations online, please visit www.hallcounty.org/308/Parks-Leisure

Campers are Saying

Bolding Mill, near Gainesville, Georgia, is a solid choice for campers looking to enjoy the beauty of Lake Sidney Lanier. This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, many of which boast lovely lakefront views, making it a great spot for those who appreciate nature and water activities.

The facilities here are generally clean and well-kept, with friendly gate attendants ready to help. Visitors have noted the availability of drinking water and electric hookups, which can make your stay more comfortable. As one camper mentioned, “The site was very spacious and the campground nice and quiet, clean and well kept.”

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Bolding Mill has miles of walking and hiking trails nearby, along with a fishing pier for those looking to cast a line. While the swimming area has been described as a bit muddy, it still offers a designated spot for a refreshing dip. Just keep an eye on your picnic food—those resident vultures can be quite the nuisance!

While some campers have pointed out that the campground could use a bit more maintenance, the overall atmosphere remains inviting. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer stay, Bolding Mill provides a peaceful retreat with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.

General Overview

US Army Corps of Engineers

Lake Sidney Lanier

Overview

Bolding Mill Campground is an excellent choice for camping on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering plenty of comfortable amenities in addition to a well-kept facility. Visitors will enjoy fishing and boating on the lake as well as the lush picnic area and large swimming beach, perfect for families.

Recreation

The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to many water activities. Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and playground area near the front of the park.

Facilities

The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to many water activities. Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and playground area near the front of the park.

Natural Features

Lake Lanier spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 land acres across five counties in northern Georgia. The reservoir is known for its aqua-blue coloring and spectacular scenery in the forested foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bolding Mill campground is on the northwest side of the lake, which has plenty of grass and shade for comfortable camping.

Nearby Attractions

Head to the Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities. Another idea is the Sawnee Mountain Preserve, with breathtaking scenic overlooks, hiking opportunities and rock climbing. Nearby Gainesville, Dawsonville and Dalonega provide many different experiences and opportunities.

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This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7875 to speak with local staff.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system.

Fee Info

Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

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Location

Bolding Mill is located in Georgia

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Atlanta, GA, take SR 400 north to Exit 17, turn right on GA Hwy 306, turn right on GA Hwy 53, turn left on Old Sardis Rd, and turn left on Chestatee Rd. Follow into campground.

Address

4055 CHESTATEE ROAD
Gainesville, GA 50506-0567

Coordinates

34.337925 N
83.9511444 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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20 Reviews

Reviewed Aug. 12, 2024

Nice place to stay

We stayed in site 7 and we really enjoyed it. The site was clean and the pad was very level.

We had a minor issue popping the 30amp breaker but switched over to the 50 amp adapter and all worked fine.

Didn’t use the bath house but I did go check them out and they looked clean.

I would caution big rigs on the first loop (sites 2 - 9) the loop at the back is pretty tight. We did fine with our 28’ TT but anyone over 30’ might want to consider the other loops.

Driving through and looking at the other sites some of the picnic areas need to be reworked or at the very least mowed and weeded. If it wasn’t for that sort of stuff I would give it 5 stars.

Site7
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Nik J., August 12, 2024
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Nik J., August 12, 2024
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Nik J., August 12, 2024
Reviewed May. 26, 2024

Family friendly

Great camp ground. Very clean and well maintained.

Site61
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Oct. 13, 2023

Nice CoE campground

Always a pleasant stay at Bolding Mill. Site 11 is tight and you will scrap backing in and leaving because of the incline. Acorns falling from the trees will try and take you out of your not careful. Only thing I hate is that they lock the gates for both inbound and outbound at night.

Site11
Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Brett D., October 13, 2023
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Brett D., October 13, 2023
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Brett D., October 13, 2023
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Reviewed Aug. 31, 2023

Run down and neglected

We have camped here many times and was totally shocked at what condition the campground was in. Grass not mowed, trash left on campsites for a week. There was also a very unsafe situation where homeless people would move from site to site and leave a trail of trash behind them. The host were extremely nice but also frustrated by what the COE is doing to the campgrounds.

Site86
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Ken E., August 31, 2023
Reviewed Mar. 26, 2023

Nice COE campground

Short visit for the weekend but very nice campground. Gate attendants were very friendly. Facilities were standard but clean. Dump station was closed. Overall would deft recommend and be back.

Site43
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Brett D., March 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Brett D., March 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Brett D., March 26, 2023
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Reviewed Sep. 5, 2022

Labor Day Weekend on Lake Lanier

We stayed here for 3 nights in sight 94. We enjoyed our stay but felt the campground could have been better maintained. There were 2 dump stations but one was closed. We thought our site was supposed to have a sewer hookup but either it was backed up or it wasn’t a hookup because when we tried to dump the tanks the waste came gushing back out. The other dump station apparently had 2 areas for dumping but there were several people waiting in line to dump so we just left without emptying our tanks. The bathhouses at the park were very clean and well maintained. There was a laundry area available as well. Firewood and ice was available for purchase at the gate house but there was no other store available onsite. The playground was very dated and included an old metal swing, volleyball net and basket ball goal. The grass around many of the sites was very overgrown and in need of cutting. The grass directly around the playground areas had been cut and there were paths cut through the grass to these areas but the surrounding grass was in need of cutting. There was a swimming “beach” which was made of concrete and seemed to me to be a safety hazard. The area beneath the water was coated in a muddy slimy film which was very slick. I actually wore my flip flops to swim in to keep from slipping down or touching the stuff. The area was surrounded by a floating barrier enclosing the designated swimming section and was actually very small. There was a boat ramp and most people brought their own boats and got in the water elsewhere. There was also a nice fishing pier and a small hiking loop to get to it. Overall we enjoyed the stay but would probably try a different campground next time.

Site94
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Ashley W., September 5, 2022
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Ashley W., September 5, 2022
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Ashley W., September 5, 2022
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Reviewed Aug. 4, 2022

Simple, Quiet Lake Lanier camping

Basic campground on Lake Lanier, well kept & clean. Very quiet, but we were there mid week-although in the middle of summer. I suspect it’s because you can’t access the water very easily & when you do-it’s muddy shorelines.
Great for its pretty wooded private sites but not ideal to enjoy getting in the lake. (At least not in our loop). It’s dated, basketball court in bad shape, not really a playground-just swings I think. A fine stay, but not my first pick to enjoy Lake Lanier in the summer.

Site26
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed May. 11, 2022

Waterfront Lake Sidney Lanier

Bolding Mill campground is a hidden gem, a US Army Corps of Engineers standout. Almost every site is lake front. Much of the surrounding area is undeveloped, so views are natural and pristine. Miles of walking & hiking trails, separate sandy beach area. Picnic tables & fire pits at every site. Firewood $5 per bundle, sold at entry gate. Plenty of space between campsites. Restrooms are clean. A separate sandy beach includes a swimming area sectioned-off from boats by rope float. Lots of resident vultures at the swimming area, so keep your picnic food in a sealed container. Lake water is cold, so floaties are best to keep at least part of your bod out of water and in sun. Muddy bottom. Water visibility not great, so don’t drop anything you care about! Only downside: no camp store, and no community or shop nearby. So bring everything you hope to cook/eat/use or you’re out-of-luck for your stay- or unhooking for an errand-run drive at least 30 mins away.

SiteStandard Site 7
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Vedauwoo V., May 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Vedauwoo V., May 11, 2022
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Vedauwoo V., May 11, 2022
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Reviewed Jun. 1, 2021

Ga Camping

Love this place easy to get in, clean, cheap,lots of walking room. Concrete beach not so great.

Site9
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Nancy B., June 1, 2021
Reviewed May. 2, 2021

Great views on a loud lake

Stayed here two nights at site 33. This is the south most site on the peninsula and gives 180 degree water views. Also in the tent-only section, so a little separation from the RVs.

These grounds are well maintained, but not much space and no privacy to speak of on the peninsula. But the views are nice.

Just keep in mind that this lake is very popular with boats, and boats and jet skis are buzzing past all the time, even into the evening. This is a party lake, not a secluded retreat lake.

That in mind, would definitely come back.

Site33
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by jeremy G., May 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by jeremy G., May 2, 2021
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by jeremy G., May 2, 2021
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Reviewed May. 2, 2021

Gorgeous view of Lake Lanier

Our site had a beautiful view of the water and awoke to sun on the water. Very few mosquitos and lovely weather. Long parking pad for RVs, tho' ours is a 17' travel trailer. Our site was near access to walk-in camping (which did not turn out to be a problem since we set up facing the water) and a long walk to the bathroom, which was reasonably clean with hot shower but no electrical outlet for my hair dryer (but hey, we were camping). Gate is locked at 10:30 PM; after that you have to park outside the entrance and walk to your site. Even with park full for weekend, it didn't feel crowded. Folks were friendly; almost everyone we passed said hi.

Site38
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Nov. 7, 2020

Wish it was open year round

Stayed in October next to the water. It was peaceful until the second night when 2 families of tent campers came and played music and talked until 1 am. But we liked it and the kids liked the pier and the water is nice for kayaking. Booked next trip already in April.

Reviewed Feb. 18, 2020

Another Gem

Another gem on Lake Lanier with great views and good fishing. COE Campground. Easy access. Great host, very helpful and very polite. Another great adventure.

  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Mike K., February 18, 2020
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Mike K., February 18, 2020
  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Mike K., February 18, 2020
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Reviewed Nov. 10, 2019

Love this place

Quiet, well maintained, have stayed several time. Bath houses are a bit dated but clean. Camp hosts are friendly atleast the ones I have spike with. Campground is on lake Lanier with many sites with lake views. Great place.

Reviewed Jun. 20, 2019

Beautiful campground

Almost all the campsites are on lake lanier some are heavily wooded beautiful views and nice lake breezes only ptoblem I saw was there are only 2 bathroom sites so choose campsite accordingly

  • Review photo of Bolding Mill by Peter N., June 20, 2019
Reviewed Jun. 3, 2019

Awesome lake views

Almost all of the campsites have the best lake views and you can do pretty much anything on the lake! Great place for the whole family!

Reviewed Oct. 21, 2018

Great sight, even greater staff

Super quiet, clean, and peaceful campground. The staff are awesome,e and super friendly. Clean bathhouse, great Lake views from most of the sights. Will definitely go again.

Reviewed Sep. 17, 2018

Great Lake Campsites

This quiet campground is ten minutes from town. Most sites are on the water, tho the water is not easily accessible from the sites. The views are fabulous. There's a boat landing. The playground is crummy. Bathhouses fine! There are several spots to get down and into the lake for a swim. Very well maintained. Most sites are secluded from neighbor. Several pull thrus. Deer and egrets and bluebirds.

Site4 & 5
Month of VisitOctober

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Bolding Mill?

    Camping at Bolding Mill can cost between $26.00 and $36.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Bolding Mill have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Bolding Mill has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Bolding Mill?

    Bolding Mill allows vehicles up to 80 feet.

  • Does Bolding Mill have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Bolding Mill does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Bolding Mill?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Bolding Mill. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Bolding Mill, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Bolding Mill?

    There are 95 campsites at Bolding Mill and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts