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John Tanner Park Campground

John Tanner Park Campground, near Carrollton, Georgia, is a solid spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a mix of relaxation and fun activities. With a variety of sites for both tents and RVs, you’ll find plenty of space to set up camp and kick back.

The campground boasts amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and clean restrooms, which campers appreciate after a day of exploring. Visitors have mentioned enjoying the beach area for swimming and paddle boating, along with the well-kept walking trails that wind through the park. One camper noted, “Great place to stay,” highlighting the overall positive vibe of the location.

For those who like a bit of adventure, there’s fishing and mini-golf available, plus a playground for the kids. The staff is friendly and helpful, making your stay even more enjoyable. Whether you’re here for a quick weekend trip or a longer stay, John Tanner Park Campground offers a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained.

Description

State Park

A landmark in Carroll County, the John Tanner Park has an annual attendance of 100,000 visitors. A landmark in Carroll County, the 138-acre John Tanner Park boasts a large sand beach, camping, hiking, fishing, putt-putt golf, paddle boats, a group lodge, motel units, pavilions, and a large picnic area.

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Location

John Tanner Park Campground is located in Georgia

Detail location of campground

Directions

From jct US 27 & Hwy 16: Go 6 mi W on Hwy 16, then 1/2 mi S on Tanner Beach Rd.

Address

354 Tanners Beach Rd
Carrollton, GA 30117

Coordinates

33.6171331 N
85.16700018 W

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Access

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

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

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

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11 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 9, 2023

Pioneer Campsite

Went tent camping at the pioneer campsite - for larger groups (35-40) but smaller groups can reserve too - we only had 4 people. Pioneer is up the hill from the main Rv campground and there is a little trail you can drive up - a car can make it but recommend a truck. Pioneer is spacious and all to yourself. Main campground is pretty close together but you can tent camp there too. Played putt putt and walked the trails - clean campground with nice staff/host.

SitePioneer
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Raymond , October 9, 2023
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Raymond , October 9, 2023
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Raymond , October 9, 2023
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Reviewed Jul. 16, 2023

New Site

We stayed at the newly built “blue site”. We enjoyed that it was secluded from the other campers and not crowded! There was a view of the lower lake. However the lower lake doesn’t have a big stock of fish (not for our experience). With this being newly built the asphalt seemed to give a little and even just sitting in our chairs made indentation. There is a small fire pit (we didn’t use this). With it being a new site there was some red mudd the got scattered after a short rain shower (mostly from our littles). We visited the “beach” one day and the water was super warm. There’s a cute little waterfall down a walking trail behind lot 27 in the red sites. There are two bath houses available for campers only. They are not cleaned to my standards (but I’m OCD). There are state inmates during the day that ride around and pick up your trash from your sites. It did not appear to have a guard with them! Overall it was an okay short trip and cheap if you have kids to go to the beach and little park they have! The blue sites did not have much shade so it was pretty hot being July! The red sites are more shaded and seemed cooler!!

SiteBlue Site #12
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 27, 2022

Spur-of-the-moment trip

John Tanner state park is a wonderful place to Camp they have a beach access paddle boating and you can fish along the beautiful Trail golfing the staff is very friendly it's just overall a great place

SiteJohn Tanner State Park
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Mar. 19, 2022

Great weekend getaway

We’ve been numerous times and it’s usually our go to place to camp!

Sitenear the playground
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Nov. 17, 2021

John Tanner Park. Nice park with Elec. & Water. Nice hosts.

We've stayed here numerous times over the past two years as full-time RVrs. They have two small lakes with a swim/picnic area on larger lake. Fishing and non-motor boating on both. There are paved and non-paved walking paths. Two+ bathroom/

shower areas and an inexpensive 1 washer, 1 dryer laundry. They are currently working on an additional camping area with full hook-ups.

Site27
Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Dolores C., November 17, 2021
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Dolores C., November 17, 2021
Reviewed Apr. 27, 2021

Privacy - nice wooded County park

Great county park. Has tent and under 28' ft rv (red) sites and yellow above 28' ft rv sites. Includes pull through and back in sites. Bathhouses are kept clean. Has lots of paved walking trails, fishing, boating, sand beach/swimming, and mini golf. Only reason for 4 stars is there is no septic, just a dump station.

Siteyellow 28
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Ashley W., April 27, 2021
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Ashley W., April 27, 2021
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Ashley W., April 27, 2021
Reviewed Aug. 28, 2019

Quiet with many amenities.

Very clean. There is a playground, a beach for swimming, paved trails along the beach, backcountry trails, snow cones and putt putt!

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Dori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Dori H., August 28, 2019
  • Review photo of John Tanner Park Campground by Dori H., August 28, 2019
Reviewed Apr. 12, 2019

Basically a “little hole in the wall”

This place is small but has a lot to offer. They have RV hookups and putt putt golf. They offer cabin rentals and a lake “beach” for swimming and paddle boat rentals. I usually come here to grill out for family events and to do some fishing. Not a bad little place to visit.

Month of VisitMay

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at John Tanner Park Campground?

    Camping at John Tanner Park Campground can cost between $27.00 and $40.00 depending on the site.

  • Does John Tanner Park Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, John Tanner Park Campground has 30 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at John Tanner Park Campground?

    John Tanner Park Campground allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at John Tanner Park Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at John Tanner Park Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does John Tanner Park Campground have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, John Tanner Park Campground does have wifi.