Within Richard B. Russell State Park, this Georgia Department of Natural Resources campground provides 28 sites with full hookups near the shores of Richard B. Russell Lake. The campground accommodates RVs, tent campers, and boat-in visitors year-round, with rates ranging from $34 to $250 per night depending on site type and season.
Sites vary in size and levelness, with some offering lake views though none provide direct water access. "Sites were on the smaller side and not particularly level front to back," notes one camper who stayed at sites 8 and 11. The campground features a single bathhouse serving all sites, located uphill from most camping areas with two showers and three restrooms. Campers consistently mention the facility's cleanliness in reviews.
The park includes multiple boat ramps, a swimming beach that reviewers describe as uncrowded, and maintained hiking and biking trails. A golf course operates within the park boundaries. Summer temperatures can be intense, with one visitor recommending visits during cooler months. Weekend stays tend to be livelier with families, while weekdays remain quieter.
Reservations are available and recommended, particularly during peak seasons. For those exploring the broader region, campgrounds near Elberton provide additional options about nine miles away. The combination of lake access, full hookups, and diverse recreation makes this campground well-suited for RV travelers and families planning extended stays.
Description
This recreation area is part of Richard B. Russell Lake
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Location
Public CampgroundRichard B Russell State Park Campground is located in Georgia
Directions
From Elberton: Take Hwy 77 north to Ruckersville Road (approx. 2 miles). Turn Right onto Ruckersville Road. (Church will be on your left), proceed 8 miles to park entrance on right.
Address
2650 RUSSELL STATE PARK DRIVE
Elberton, GA 30635
Coordinates
34.16516225 N
82.73631343 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
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
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups










