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Best Campgrounds near Lawrenceville, GA

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The Lawrenceville area in northeast Georgia provides access to several established campgrounds within a short drive of the city. Lake Lanier serves as a focal point for many camping options, with Stone Mountain Park Campground and Fort Yargo State Park offering developed facilities for various camping styles. Campgrounds such as Shady Grove, Bald Ridge Creek, and Old Federal provide lakeside sites suitable for tent and RV camping. Most locations accommodate multiple camping styles, with Stone Mountain Park and Fort Yargo State Park featuring tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and even yurts for those seeking a glamping experience.

Road access to most campgrounds is well-maintained, though some lakeside areas may have steep terrain or narrow access roads. The region experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters, with spring and fall offering the most comfortable camping conditions. Many campgrounds remain open year-round, though some like Shady Grove Campground operate seasonally from March through November. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekend stays during summer months when waterfront sites fill quickly. Cell service varies throughout the area, with better coverage near developed areas. A visitor commented about Fort Yargo State Park: "This is one of my favorite Georgia state parks. The outer loop trail is 11-12 miles long. You are close to restaurants if you'd rather not cook or stores if you've forgotten something, but once you're in the park the outside world melts away."

Waterfront camping receives consistently high ratings from visitors, particularly at Lake Lanier's various campgrounds. Sites with lake views tend to be the most sought-after, with campers frequently mentioning the peaceful atmosphere and wildlife viewing opportunities. Bolding Mill campground offers particularly scenic views of Lake Lanier, with one camper noting their site had "a beautiful view of the water and awoke to sun on the water." Shady Grove Campground is popular for its wooded sites and abundant wildlife, with visitors frequently mentioning deer sightings. Many campgrounds offer outdoor recreation beyond camping, including hiking trails, fishing opportunities, swimming areas, and boat rentals. Stone Mountain Park provides additional attractions like laser shows and fireworks displays that complement the camping experience.

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Best Camping Sites Near Lawrenceville, Georgia (132)

    1. Stone Mountain Park Campground

    92 Reviews
    Stone Mountain, GA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 498-5710

    $44 - $65 / night

    "Lived in Georgia my whole life and yet my first time to Stone Mountain was literally three years ago. Now we have an annual pass and go all the time."

    "One of the best camping areas in Georgia."

    2. Fort Yargo State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    Winder, GA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 867-3489

    $27 - $275 / night

    "Fort Yargo is in the Winder Ga area and is close to Helen, Jefferson, Athens and Atlanta. Entering the campground is a nice paved road and leads to tent camping, cabins, yurts and RV sites."

    "This is one of the few state parks in Georgia with yurts and also has a great flat biking trail. The lake allows for kayaking and boating and some yurts are actually right on the lake."

    3. Shoal Creek Campground

    19 Reviews
    Buford, GA
    15 miles
    Website

    "There was a nice flat area to set up food, bonfire, chairs, games and to lounge around with family and the dogs. Bathrooms were nice and close to campground, within walking distance."

    "Communication with the main number for the campground went through the Margaritaville Campground nearby. Separate direct lines to the camp office and security were provided after arrival."

    4. Shady Grove Campground

    24 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 205-6850

    $20 - $240 / night

    "This site was a nice distance away from the RV focused campsites at the same location."

    "If you love large wooded spots with great lake views and lots of deer to watch....this is your park. Located in a very nice part of Georgia with so many places to go and see."

    5. Bald Ridge Creek

    23 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 889-1591

    $26 - $36 / night

    "Our sites have all been lake-side and very large with a paved drive. There is hiking around the shore line and lots of ducks in the lake to feed (Shh!)"

    "It was right on the lake with a beautiful view. It has a path that goes down to the lake. A lot of the sites are on the lake and most sites offer ample shade."

    6. Old Federal

    19 Reviews
    Oakwood, GA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 967-6757

    $20 - $36 / night

    "Our site was walking distance to the bathhouse, playground and swimming."

    "Grounds were great with easy access to the lake."

    7. Jones RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Norcross, GA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 923-0911

    "It’s pretty close to the highway so at night you can hear the cars. Everyone is really nice, neighbors help each other if needed, and it’s very quiet too."

    "You are close to highway so you here some road noise but it’s still pretty quiet."

    8. Margaritaville

    6 Reviews
    Lake Sidney Lanier, GA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (470) 323-3486

    $63 - $100 / night

    "We had a pave site full hookup pull thru with lake view. Very easy to get in and out, private and quiet, we had a picnic table, fire ring and bbq grill."

    9. Sawnee

    7 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 887-0592

    $20 - $46 / night

    "As for us we are avid hikers so we stuck to the trails. There are a few trails that interconnect so we hike for hours(which we loved). Although we did not camp we are definitely coming back to do so."

    "On a peninsula this little gem on Lake Lanier, with wooded lots, is the perfect relaxation spot for RV & Tent campers."

    10. Lake Lanier Islands Resort Shoal Creek Campground

    4 Reviews
    Buford, GA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (678) 482-0332

    "The sites are all paved fairly large and level with most having great views of Lake Lanier. Some better views than others. Bathrooms and showers are always clean."

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  • pThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2025

    Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

    Quick fall foliage trip

    The park is absolutely beautiful, great scenery and hiking trails. The visitors center is nice, but the helpfulness of the staff was hit or miss. The campsite is nice, quiet, clean bathrooms and warm showers. We camped in a tent and the ground was hard, almost like cement which made staking the tent down difficult. Other than this, we loved it and would come back again.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 22, 2025

    Red Top Mountain State Park Campground

    Red top mountain state park

    Plenty of campsites, some on the lake. RV, tents, yurts. Spaces 1-12 are especially nice since they are spacious and can handle class A and 5th wheelers. All 12 have water electric and sewer. We have a class C and prefer 1-12 because there is plenty of space between sites.

  • Kayla D.
    Oct. 20, 2025

    Bald Ridge Creek

    It’s a NO from us

    I wanted to wait a few days before writing this review — truthfully, I wanted to wait until after we checked out. I dreaded the retribution of Mrs. Cynthia “Cindy” Farmer, the campground manager, which I was sure would follow.

    Our church group had been looking forward to this camping trip for nearly a year. I’ve personally camped at Bald Ridge Creek Campground many times and never had a single issue — until now. Our church typically takes two group trips a year at another Forsyth County campground, but this year, we decided to rent nine sites at Bald Ridge. Even Cindy seemed excited that we were coming!

    We’re a Baptist group — not exactly known for our wild nights. We sing, we fellowship, and we’re back in our campers by 10 p.m. But according to “Queen Cindy,” you’d think we were a pack of college kids throwing keg parties.

    Our crime? An evening of worship and fellowship — a small keyboard, a guitar, and around 50 people spread over three campsites for a couple of hours each night. Cindy declared it an “event” (apparently forbidden) and told us we couldn’t do it again and threatened to make us all leave. She also banned us from eating together — saying we could gather while serving food but had to disperse to our own campsites immediately once we got our plates.

    The only actual rule violation came from one site where a tent wasn’t put up right away. Cindy seized on that excuse to call dispatch and have three sheriff’s deputies sent to “deal with” our peaceful group of families, children, and worshipers.

    To their credit, the deputies couldn’t have been kinder, yet embarrassed that they even had to be there. They laughed at the situation, noting they’re called out to the campground frequently because of Cindy’s pettiness and made-up rules. They said our little keyboard — which Cindy had described like it was a baby grand piano — was no problem at all. They simply advised us to set up the tent and let her stomp it out.

    Cindy even claimed that someone had called the Corps of Engineers to report us — at 7:00 p.m., during the government shutdown, when the office wasn’t even open. 🙄

    For context, Cindy lives at the campground for free as part of her role as host. It’s time for someone new to take over. She also wears a body camera and records campers (which is legal, I know), but as a county employee, those recordings are public record.

    We’ll continue to pray without ceasing for her — that the Lord softens her heart. But until then, I can’t recommend Bald Ridge Creek Campground to anyone who values fair treatment, hospitality, or simple human kindness.

  • Sarah H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Clark Creek South Campground

    Rules not enforced

    The sites are very small and very close together. The lake does have beautiful views. I give 1 star because no rules are enforced. There was no quiet time for us. People were partying, loud music, yelling, being loud up to 3/4am. Both Friday and Saturday nights. It was so bad Friday night that we went to the local Dollar Tree for EAR PLUGS so we could sleep Saturday night. The gate is locked at 10pm however the gate will let you out. A camper below us went to the gate about 11pm and let 2 other cars in. 1 vehicle went out, 3 come in. No rules are enforced. We do not recommend it. The host site is an eye sore. It needs to be cleaned up. It's such a mess! The lake is so beautiful, though.

  • A
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Margaritaville

    Best Campground Ever

    My wife and I went here for a week back in June 2025. I’ve been to many campgrounds in my day and I can say this one by far is the best. Clean campsites, fun amenities and great golf.

    We went to a Braves game one night since it is only an hour away and made may fond memories. I have already scheduled my week to go back again in 2026!

  • G F.
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

    Overpriced

    Like some of the other privately managed Georgia state parks, our visit here was disappointing.

    The issues started at the welcome center. The RV parking area was full of cars, even though plenty of regular parking spots were open. When we mentioned it to staff, the response was dismissive — one employee told us, “that’s above my paygrade.”

    The restroom at the welcome center was also a low point. The toilets are stainless steel with no seats — the kind you’d expect to see in a jail — and designed so shallow that whether you sit or hover, you end up getting splashed. It’s an unpleasant and unsanitary setup.

    The campground itself felt neglected, with rotting picnic tables and a general lack of upkeep. It’s also isolated from the rest of the park — there isn’t even a connector trail from the camping area to a single hiking trail, which makes it feel cut off from the very amenities most people come for. At $60 a night, you’d expect at least a basic map of the trails and amenities, but instead you’re told to snap a photo of a cardboard display. That felt like corner-cutting.

    One memorable (and concerning) part of the stay was the bear activity. In September, several bears came through the campground, startling tent campers who had to retreat inside their cars for safety.

    All in all, while the natural setting of Amicalola Falls is beautiful, the way the park is managed left the overall experience underwhelming and, at times, frustrating.

  • Brittany B.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Clark Creek South Campground

    Great view of the Lake

    The campsite was right next to the swimming beach so little to no privacy and very loud. Although I slept very well in my tent because Quiet hours were observed. It was nice waking up to view of Lake Allatoona. Lady at the gate was rude when checking in so make sure to “READ the sign!” Other than that bathrooms were clean and they have laundry and hot water showers. Will most likely be back!

Guide to Lawrenceville

Camping near Lawrenceville, Georgia, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. From family-friendly parks to serene spots for RV enthusiasts, there’s something for everyone.

What to do

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Many campgrounds, like Vogel State Park Campground, have beautiful trails. One visitor mentioned, “The kids had loads of fun playing by the little rivers. Several hikes/trails ranging in difficulty to choose from.”
  • Fishing and Swimming: At Fort Yargo State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and swimming. A camper shared, “The campground is quiet and clean. One word of caution, check the grade of your site before booking, there are quite a few a very steep grade.”
  • Exploring Local Attractions: Stone Mountain Park Campground is nearby and offers train rides and gondola rides. A reviewer noted, “Tons of things to do train rides, gondola ride to the top, hiking and fireworks.”

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One visitor at High Falls State Park Campground said, “Most of the RV sites were spaced well apart and the amenities were clean.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many reviews highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. A camper at Red Top Mountain State Park Campground mentioned, “Friendly staff and hosts. Lovely tree’d and peaceful campground.”
  • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Don Carter State Park Campground offer beautiful lake views. One visitor remarked, “A great place to camp with lots of hiking trails; there’s even a canoe trail!”

What you should know

  • Reservation Policies: Some campgrounds, such as Sweetwater Campground, require reservations in advance. A camper noted, “The campground is gated, and the gates are shut between 10:30pm and 8am, so if you are arriving late, make sure you get in before 10:30!”
  • Limited Cell Service: Many areas have poor cell reception. A visitor at High Falls State Park Campground mentioned, “There is very little cell phone service- AT&T has none.”
  • Additional Fees: Be prepared for extra costs, like parking fees at some parks. A camper at Stone Mountain Park Campground pointed out, “On top of the $70 a night you must pay a $20 parking fee.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. A reviewer at Amicalola Falls State Park Camping said, “Plenty of hiking and 4 mins from the lodge. Zip line, archery and plenty other activities.”
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of things to do. A camper at Vogel State Park Campground mentioned, “The park is gorgeous and well maintained. It’s a little tight in a place or two but we’re pulling a 40’ fifth wheel and had no problems.”
  • Pack Snacks and Games: Keep kids entertained with snacks and games. A visitor at Fort Yargo State Park Campground shared, “The park is well maintained and clean!”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Red Top Mountain State Park Campground noted, “The roads are a little confusing and tight and the sights are pretty unlevel.”
  • Utilize Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with sanitary dump stations. A visitor at Don Carter State Park Campground mentioned, “Has grey tank hookup which is nice.”
  • Be Prepared for Weather: Check the forecast and be ready for rain. A camper at Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground said, “I had to move my tent to RV vehicle parking area. I did consider trenching the site but didn’t want to cause property damage.”

Camping around Lawrenceville, GA, has a lot to offer, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there family-friendly RV parks near Lawrenceville, GA?

The Lawrenceville area offers several family-friendly RV parks. Jenny's Creek Family Campground provides a quiet environment with convenient access to nearby attractions like wineries and hiking trails. Families particularly enjoy the peaceful setting. Jones RV Park near Norcross offers reservable sites with water, toilets, and is big-rig friendly, making it convenient for family RV trips. Lake Lanier offers multiple family-oriented options including Margaritaville and Bald Ridge Creek, which feature boat access, reservable sites, and full hookups. Most RV parks in the region provide amenities like playgrounds, swimming areas, and recreation facilities to keep children entertained while offering the conveniences RVers need including full hookups, dump stations, and camp stores.

Where are the best campgrounds near Lawrenceville, GA?

Several excellent campgrounds surround Lawrenceville, with Stone Mountain Park Campground standing out for its proximity and amenities. The campground offers full facilities while giving access to the park's attractions, including the famous fireworks and laser show. Just north of Lawrenceville, Don Carter State Park Campground provides spacious sites situated along Lake Lanier with ample distance between campsites. Located at the northern end of the lake, it offers clean facilities and lakeside camping spots. Other notable options include Mckinney Campground on Allatoona Lake and Fort Yargo State Park, both within reasonable driving distance from Lawrenceville.

What is the Lawrenceville First Campground and what does it offer?

While there isn't a specific campground called "Lawrenceville First Campground" in the available data, campers looking for options in the Lawrenceville area have several alternatives. Indian Springs State Park Campground is located in Flovilla, approximately 10 miles off I-75, featuring friendly campsite hosts and assistance with setup. Another option is Shoal Creek Campground near Buford, which offers drive-in access, water, toilets, and is big-rig friendly. If you're specifically looking for a campground in Lawrenceville itself, it's recommended to check with the local visitors bureau or parks department for the most up-to-date information on any new facilities that may have opened.

What tent camping options are available around Lawrenceville, GA?

Tent campers near Lawrenceville have several excellent options to choose from. Amicalola Falls State Park Camping offers beautiful tent sites near a stunning 730-foot cascading waterfall with hiking trails and access to the Len Foote Hike Inn. Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground provides secluded tent camping opportunities just minutes from Rutledge, with convenient access to nearby towns if you need supplies. For tent campers seeking water access, Bolding Mill and Buford Dam Park offer spots near Lake Lanier. Many of these parks feature basic amenities like restrooms, fire rings, and picnic tables, with some offering more primitive options for those seeking a more authentic outdoor experience.

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