Established Camping
Don Carter State Park Campground
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Don Carter State Park Campground, near Gainesville, Georgia, is a fantastic place for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of comfort. This campground offers spacious sites with amenities like electric hookups and grey tank connections, making it a breeze for RV campers to set up and settle in.
Visitors rave about the well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms and showers. One camper noted, “The campground is clean and well-maintained including the facilities,” which speaks volumes about the care taken to keep this place inviting. With a variety of accommodation options, from tents to cabins and even yurts, there's something for everyone.
Nature lovers will appreciate the extensive hiking trails that wind through the area, providing access to beautiful views and the serene waters of Lake Lanier. As one reviewer mentioned, “A great place to camp with lots of hiking trails; there’s even a canoe trail!” Whether you’re hiking, kayaking, or just relaxing by the water, this campground has you covered.
Families will find plenty to do, including a beach area for the kids to play and easy access to the lake for fishing or boating. With its friendly atmosphere and well-kept grounds, Don Carter State Park Campground is a great choice for a memorable camping experience.
Description
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Don Carter State Park
The only state park located on Lake Lanier. Situated on the north end of the reservoir, the park offers outstanding recreation for water lovers. Boat ramps provide quick access to the lake. A multi-use, paved trail welcome hikers and bikers to explore the hardwood forest.
This newest Georgia State Park offers several choices for overnight getaways as well. Two-bedroom cottages are perched on wooded hillsides near the lake. One campground accommodates RVs, while another camping area is reserved just for tents and hammocks.
For reservation inquiries please call 1-800-864-7275.
For Park inquiries please contact the park at 678-450-7726.
A ParkPass is required for all vehicles. Price for ParkPasses are not included with the reservation. Overnight guests pay only one ParkPass fee for the duration of their stay. The daily ParkPass is valid at all state parks visited the same day and is not valid at state historic sites.
ParkPass fees are as follow:
1-12 passenger vehicles $5 per day or $50 annual ParkPass;
13-30 passenger vehicles $30 per day or $75 annual ParkPass;
31 or more passenger vehicles $70 per day or $250 annual ParkPass;
Georgia active duty military/veterans $3.75 per day or $37.50 annual ParkPass.
For information on our park rules and reservation policies please visit our website http://gastateparks.org/thingstoknow. Rules and regulations are posted at site offices and must be observed by all guests and their visitors.
Location
Don Carter State Park Campground is located in Georgia
Directions
85N to I-985N toward Gainesville to Exit 24 toward US-129/GA-369. Follow US-129N to GA-284N, Clarks Bridge Road. Turn right on Clarks Bridge Road. Follow to North Browning Bridge Road, about 6 miles. Turn right at North Browning Bridge Road.
Address
5000 North Browning Bridge Road
Gainesville, GA 30506
Coordinates
34.3895525 N
83.7419459 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly