Established Camping
Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground
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Due to the height (9-foot clearance) and weight (3-ton limit) restrictions for the covered bridge, please review the park map and location of the bridge before your arrival. Please use caution when following GPS instructions. Please contact the park office for assistance with directions.
Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground, near Comer, Georgia, is a charming spot that offers a mix of natural beauty and essential amenities for a comfortable stay. With sites that provide electric hookups and drinking water, it’s a practical choice for both tent campers and RV enthusiasts.
The campground is known for its friendly staff and well-kept facilities, including clean restrooms and showers. Visitors have enjoyed the hiking trails that wind through the park, with one camper noting, “Trails are a fun walk.” The highlight here is the historic covered bridge, the longest in Georgia, which is just a short stroll away and perfect for some memorable photos.
For those who love a bit of adventure, the nearby creek offers opportunities for fishing and wading, while the shaded sites provide a peaceful retreat after a day of exploring. Some campers have mentioned that the sites can be a bit tight, but the overall atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. Whether you're looking to relax by the fire or hit the trails, Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground has a little something for everyone.
Description
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Watson Mill Bridge State Park
One of the most picturesque state parks in Georgia, Watson Mill Bridge contains the longest covered bridge in the state, spanning 229 feet across the South Fork River. Built in 1885 by Washington (W.W.) King, son of freed slave and famous covered-bridge builder Horace King, the bridge is supported by a town lattice truss system held firmly together with tree nails. At one time, Georgia had more than 200 covered bridges; today, less than 20 remain.
The park is an ideal spot for an afternoon picnic or overnight stay in the quiet campground. Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails allow visitors to enjoy the thick forest and river. During summer, visitors often play in the cool river shoals just below the bridge. Watson Mill Bridge has become a popular destination for horse owners who have their own camping area near stalls.
For reservation inquiries please call 1-800-864-7275.
For Park inquiries please contact the park at 706-783-5349.
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
Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground is located in Georgia
Directions
From South Atlanta: I-20 East, exit GA Hwy 138 at Conyers to GA Hwy 78 at Monroe to GA Hwy 29 at Athens and then GA Hwy 72E to Comer, park is 6 miles from Comer. Follow signs from North Atlanta: I-85 North to 316E to 29 at Athens and the GA Hwy 72E to Comer; park is 6 miles from Comer, follow signs. Park is located 20 miles East of Athens.
Address
650 Watson Mill Rd
Comer, GA 30629
Coordinates
34.02600032 N
83.07500028 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonPoor
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly