Kayaking, fishing, and swimming draw campers to Doll Mountain, an Army Corps of Engineers campground on the undeveloped shoreline of Carters Lake in north Georgia. The lake has no private homes along its banks, which keeps boat traffic and noise lower than on many Georgia reservoirs. Sites vary considerably in their relationship to the water, and as one reviewer put it, there are "not many sites with water access," so campers who want a lakeside spot should plan accordingly. The campground operates from early April through late October.
Getting down to the water takes some effort. The terrain around the campground runs steep, and reaching the lake from the tent camping area means a short but sharp descent on a wooded, leaf-covered trail. The reward at the bottom is a series of sandy and rocky coves suitable for swimming. Carrying a kayak down is possible but awkward given the grade. Paddlers who want easier water access may find the drive-in sites with direct lake proximity a better fit, though those fill up quickly on summer weekends.
The campground has full hookups available, including electric, water, and sewer connections, along with a dump station, showers, and drinking water. Mike H. notes the sites are "clean, not crowded" and level, which matters for RV setup. Bathhouses receive consistent praise for cleanliness and reliable hot water. Raccoons are active in the area, and staff have been known to pass along tips about keeping food secured. Reservations are accepted and are worth making well ahead for holiday weekends.
The surrounding area gives campers several reasons to leave camp for a few hours. The town of Ellijay is a short drive away and has wineries and restaurants. Riders looking for mountain roads will find the area well-suited to motorcycles, with routes toward the Tail of the Dragon accessible from the region. Directly across the lake sits Woodring Branch Campground, which is also part of the Carters Lake system but requires about a 45-minute drive by road to reach. Nearby Harris Branch provides another option within the same recreation area for those exploring campgrounds around Carters Recreation Area.
Pets are welcome. The campground quiets down noticeably after 9 p.m., and early mornings tend to be calm as well. Campers planning a summer visit should book early, as the combination of full hookups, lake access, and a well-maintained facility makes Doll Mountain a repeat destination for many families in the region.
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Map & DirectionsDoll Mountain is located in Georgia near Carters Lake
Coordinates
34.61000079 N
84.62200097 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 7/31/26
AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/31/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 7/31/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/31/26
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
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 2 min from Rome, GA
- 1 hr 7 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 11 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 1 hr 14 min from Gainesville, GA
