Established Camping
Old Federal
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Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
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
About
US Army Corps of Engineers
Lake Sidney Lanier
Overview
Old Federal Campground lies on the eastern banks of Lake Sidney Lanier in Northern Georgia. Popular for its aqua-blue waters and spectacular scenery, Lake Sidney Lanier hosts over 11 million visitors annually for fantastic fishing and boating opportunities.
Recreation
Old Federal Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, picnicking and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.
Facilities
There are 65 campsites that have electric and water hookups (no sewer) and 12 primitive tent-only campsites. There are also 7 walk-in sites for those who don't mind leaving their vehicles behind. Campers will have access to restrooms/bathouses, laundry facilities, two picnic shelters and a dump station.
Natural Features
Lake Sidney Lanier is nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. The lake features 692 miles of shoreline and spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 acres of lush terrain. The reservoir was created in 1956 with teh completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.
contact_info
This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7881 to speak with local staff.
Nearby Attractions
Lake Lanier Islands as well as other nearby Army Corps and county parks provide may different recreation opportunities at the lake. The nearby city of Gainesville provides many opportunities for those looking to explore the local area.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be honored.
Fee Info
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Fantastic
Had a perfect site
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Beautiful Campground
We had a great time at this campground. It’s a beautiful campground and has a lot of water access and water views.
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Great view!
Great open panoramic views. Plenty of sun. Restrooms clean and lanes to sites were cleared of debris after recent storms. Expect the sound of boats going full tilt nearby around spring break. Not much of anything to block the view or wind for that matter. If your gear came with ground pins/ stakes, use them. Site #52 is a walk to the bathroom. I really like old federal, the view, the staff, and the price.
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Location
Old Federal is located in Georgia
Directions
Take I-85 north to I-985, take Exit 8, turn left on Hwy 347/Friendship Rd., turn right on McEver Rd., turn left on Jim Crow Rd. and follow signs to the campground.
Address
6219 OLD FEDERAL ROAD
Flowery branch, GA 30542
Coordinates
34.222222 N
83.949444 W