Boaters and lake enthusiasts will find direct access to Lake Lanier at Laurel Park, an Army Corps of Engineers campground with both drive-in and boat-in sites. The campground sits within the Sidney Lanier Recreation Area, providing water and electric hookups for RVs alongside standard amenities like restrooms, picnic tables, and fire rings.
Sites feature concrete pads rather than typical dirt or gravel surfaces. Hot water runs in the restroom facilities, which campers appreciate during cooler months. The campground operates a splash pad from late spring through summer, adding a family-friendly water feature beyond lake access.
Multiple lake access points allow for swimming, boating, and fishing directly from the campground area. Grilling space accommodates group cooking, and the pet-friendly policy welcomes dogs on leash. "Regardless, we appreciate the hot water in the bathroom," notes Vivian T., highlighting practical amenities that enhance the camping experience.
Reservations help secure spots during peak lake season. For a different camping experience with more traditional wooded sites, Don Carter State Park sits northeast along the same lake system.
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Map & DirectionsLaurel Park is located in Georgia near Gainesville
Coordinates
34.35300077 N
83.80800036 W
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
