Best Glamping near Athens, GA
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Best Glamping Sites Near Athens, GA (29)
1. Fort Yargo State Park Campground
Winder, Georgia40 Reviews•108 Photos•184 SavesNestled between Athens and Atlanta, Fort Yargo is a 1,816-acre park located in Georgia state. Its namesake comes from a log fort that was constructed by settlers who, at the time, built it to protect themselves against the Creek and Cherokee. Nowadays, visitors flock to this park to enjoy the variety of outdoor recreation and activities.
Apart from all the recreation the park has to offer, it also provides some of the most gorgeous views in the Eastern region of the United States. Here, folks can enjoy over 20 miles of hiking and bike trails. Fort Yargo State Park is also a common location for outdoor weddings and other types of special events and celebrations.
Those looking to stay overnight have an abundance of options to choose from. The park offers 12 walk-in campsites, 13 “adventure” cabins, 40 RV and tent campsites, group shelters, and even lakeside yurts for anyone wanting a true “glamping” experience. The fees for staying overnight range from $25-135, and do not include the ParkPass fee. The ParkPass fee is $5 per day for passenger vehicles carrying a maximum of 12 people, and for passenger vehicles with additional occupants the fee is $30 per day. Additionally, there is an annual option for $50-75 per year. Luckily, visitors are only required to pay for a ParkPass once during the entirety of their stay.
The main attractions to this park are the variety of activities such as disc golf, mini golf, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, swimming, fishing, and geocaching. Disc golf has proven to be a challenge for many visitors, at least partly due to the fact that it's a densely wooded course. This park is also home to a gorgeous 260-acre lake with a seasonal beach. Visitors can enjoy a day at the lake on one of the two beach pavilions and fishing is a welcome activity as well.
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- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$34 - $36 / night
2. Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground
Rutledge, Georgia31 Reviews•76 Photos•167 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
3. Stone Mountain Park Campground
Stone Mountain, Georgia88 Reviews•259 Photos•422 SavesNestled among 3200 acres of natural beauty just outside of Atlanta, the Stone Mountain Park Campground features over 400 RV, Pop-up, and Tent sites as well as Yurt, Safari Tent, and RV Rentals. While Stone Mountain GA camping you'll also find a variety of recreational activities and family-friendly attractions and events available seasonally.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$44 - $65 / night
4. Don Carter State Park Campground
Lula, Georgia32 Reviews•158 Photos•188 SavesThis recreation area is part of Lake Sidney Lanier
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
- Cabins
5. Tugaloo State Park Campground
Fair Play, South Carolina40 Reviews•151 Photos•185 SavesThis recreation area is part of Hartwell Lake
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Cabins
- Standard (Tent/RV)
6. Shady Grove Campground
Cumming, Georgia22 Reviews•54 Photos•144 SavesThis recreation area is part of Lake Sidney Lanier
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
7. Georgia RV Park
Commerce, Georgia5 Reviews•3 Photos•8 Saves- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
8. Oconee River Campground
Maxeys, Georgia4 Reviews•7 Photos•56 SavesLocated along the bank of the Oconee River, this recreation area offers camping, picnicking, hiking, boating and fishing. Five campsites with tables, tent pads and grills are available to campers. Main road through campground is paved. Some of the campsites are accessible to people with disabilities, as are the restrooms. Drinking water is not available at this time.
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- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
9. Bald Ridge Creek
Cumming, Georgia20 Reviews•98 Photos•124 SavesOverview
Bald Ridge Creek Campground is on Lake Sidney Lanier, popular for its aqua-blue waters and spectacular scenery. Each year, over 11 million visitors travel to Lake Sidney Lanier for fantastic fishing and boating on the beautiful reservoir in northern Georgia.
Recreation
Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, 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.
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 the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.
Nearby Attractions
By boat, there's plenty of coves and islands to explore on the lake. For land activities, head to the Sawnee Mountain Preserve for hiking, rock climbing and an interactive visitors center for kids. The city of Cumming is nearby and has shopping, restuarants, a fairground and much more.
Contact Info
This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7873 to speak with local staff.
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.
- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$26 - $36 / night
10. A. H. Stephens State Park Campground
Crawfordville, Georgia14 Reviews•28 Photos•38 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
Recent Glamping Reviews in Athens
382 Reviews of 29 Athens Campgrounds
Alexandra E.
Guide
Sadlers Creek State Park Campground
Amazing views and nice campground
Very good spot near the lake. Awesome views and good signal at least for Verizon. Water pressure was a bit inconsistent so watch out for any issues that may cause
Cindy S.
Ranger
Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground
Beautiful Trees with a cool breeze
This place was great. We arrived after hours and spoke with the camp host he told us we can pay online or in the morning. We drove all day in the sun and due to hurricane Helene aftermath we were limited on where to stay. It was nice to pull in and it be nice and cool with the trees. The stars popped out at night and could be seen through the tree tops. Showers were hot.
ChristineGuide
Don Carter State Park Campground
Only a few campsites near the water
Site 7 is separate from the others and has the whole point except there is a trail behind the site. No easy, sandy water access unless you go to the nice beach they have.
- Angela B.
Traveler
Stone Mountain Park Campground
Safari tent
Tons of things to do train rides, gondola ride to the top, hiking and fireworks. Stayed in a safari tent a little worn down with duck tape on the screen. However, clean bathroom/showers and fun pool. A couple of crazy squirrels visit us every morning.
Kevin A.
Legend
Tugaloo State Park Campground
Georgia is a great state
We live in NC and have camped all over the eastern US. By far Georgia is a state with some of the very best infrastructure. Roads are great. State Parks are some of the best and we’ve camped at many. Tugaloo State Park is a nice park. Right on the lake. Lots of lake related activities. This area of the campground (sites 73-105) has a unique layout in that a large number of sites are pull through and arranged sideways along the access roads. This makes the sites long and narrow and results in close neighbors. The elongated sites mean the picnic table and fire pit are at far end and feel disconnected from the site. Roads are well maintained and sites all seemed pretty level. We were in site 97 with W/E. The bathhouse was very close, but we did not use it. We were a few rows back from the lake but had a view of the lake through the tall pines that provided some shade. We’ve camped here a couple of other times and would come back again.
ERIC G.
Scout
Atlanta Glamping
Gem so close to Atlanta
Lots of quality quiet time short walk to Arabia Mountain part hiking fishing and bike riding saw people roller skating also. Very unique place I’ve visited to many times to list for extended periods it’s my get away from the crazy city place
- HHanna P.Guide
Shady Grove Campground
Deer everywhere!
This is a very well maintained and popular campground on Lanier. I’ve come here since I was a kid. Tent sites are down some stairs, keep that in mind.
Steven O.Scout
Springfield - Hartwell Lake
Great experience at springfield
We had a great experience. Space was easy to get the camper backed into and spaces were far enough apart for small kids to have room to play without bothering other campers. Only concern was the spot we chose was on an exposed point on the lake and was very windy. Would probably be great on a 90 degree summer day but was very cold when the temps dropped into the 40s on our last day.
- AAry G.Scout
Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground
New Years at Hard Labor Creek Park
The park was quiet and clean. Bathroom and bath house area kept very clean with plenty of HOT water. Site 26 is a pull through with kinda odd connection placement but we made it work.
@HomegrownRV 😎.RangerStone Mountain Park Campground
We love Stone Mountain!
Beautiful park with lots of activities available for the whole family. The park is well maintained and clean!
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Brett D.LegendDon Carter State Park Campground
Nice state park
Nice state park with easy sites. Plenty large enough. Has grey tank hookup which is nice. Lots of trails to hike.
- Brett D.Legend
River Forks Park & Campground
Greta stay
Nice little campground. It’s a COE campground but maintained by Hall County Park and Rec. a few sites do need leveling to be able to back in without ripping off your level jacks.
- ddavid S.Traveler
Hartwell Lakeside KOA Holiday
Quiet, pretty setting

- RRodney M.Scout
Oconee River Campground
Primitive camping
Camped out here I really like it just remember it is primitive camping so bring what you need cell phone service was good here i would camp out here again
- MMelissa G.Guide
Stone Mountain Park Campground
Campground has it all!
I love this campground. Sites are usually clean and staff are friendly. This is my second time camping here. I come for the Highland Games here. Sites are close so it would not benefit you if you want seclusion. Bathrooms are clean. And in October there are different activities for the kids. Fall fest and Halloween parade.
- Brett D.Legend
Currahee RV Park
Quite and nice campground
Overall a nice and quite campground in the North Ga mountains. 5 mins from Currahee Mountain and 10 mins from downtown Toccoa. Only issue with the site is that the sewer drain is much higher than the pad and camper.
Kenny T.TravelerSadlers Creek State Park Campground
Site 37
This site is a little more woodsy than lake. Also the most sloped on the loop. The other sites have been leveled a little bit this one hasn't.
- TTim T.Traveler
Stone Mountain Park Campground
Beauty around the Rock
We camped over the Labor Day weekend. The park was a little pricey but the lake is nice. There is a pool, a playground & a gathering area. There are a lot of sites as well as Yurts. On top of the $70 a night you must pay a $20 parking fee. The full use of the state park is $39.95 a day.
- jjennifer U.Scout
Oconee River Campground
Needs Help
This campground looks abandoned and forgotten. Trash everywhere! We’d hoped we’d found a gem but not so much. Large parking area at bottom of campground to put in watercraft but didn’t seem welcoming at all. Very disappointed.
Luv R.ScoutHard Labor Creek State Park Campground
Camping
We had so much fun we spent the whole weekend at hard labor creek at park camping and swimming at the beach it was very convenient the restrooms and showers were near the campsite so it wasn't a long walk. Def will be going back
- DDavid W.Scout
Shady Grove Campground
Great place to camp.
Lots of shade. Park is open year around now. Cam book on reserve America a year out.
Tent loop has no power or electric. You can put a tent on any site. RV sites all have 20, 30 and 50 amp service. Also all have water. No sewer in the sites. Bathrooms are all well kept and clean. RV dump station available. Lots of Deer!!
- JuJu D.Scout
Georgia RV Park
Nice, Friendly Park
Typical of KOA, the sites are close together, but other than, great. Good option for anyone making a day of the Outlets.
Logan S.RangerHard Labor Creek State Park Campground
Been coming for a decade it feels like
Meh I have mixed feelings for hard labor. This is actually my first time camping at their campground. I did find the camp area pretty nice. I did have concerns about some of the trees as I recall last year they camp host had an incident. My issue for me was I used a ground tent this time versus my roof top tent or camper. Man my site choice was horrible! Site 24 turned into a pool. 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 with the rail road ties. Other than the flooding of my site and making adjustments not a bad experience. Just noticed a lot of water issues throughout the park and runoff.
Sarah A.GuideStone Mountain Park Campground
Beautiful Campgrounds
We were only there 1 night and came in late, but beautiful location with a lake view. They have a 2 night min, but you can pay for 1 night. However, you need to do it by cash only. There is no way to pay w a cc or leave a cc number for them to charge. Also, be ready to pay an additional $20 fee to enter the park. So, at the min rate of $45 you’re still at $65 at least for the first night.
The fireworks were very loud, but it didn’t bother us. There’s also train noise. So, if you’re sensitive to that, prob not the bet choice for you. But this park is gorgeous with a golf course and lots to see if you can handle that :)
Doug S.TravelerShady Grove Campground
Best campground
One of the most gorgeous, clean, amazing campgrounds we’ve ever stayed up.
Cameron G.GuideTugaloo State Park Campground
Summer Kick-Off
We love Tugaloo! One of our favorite campgrounds, with so much to do. Our sites this go around were the absolute best, so wide and roomy, probably two of the best sites in the campground. Lake is right across the way from us for some beautiful views, nice beach swimming and parking the boat. The campground has awesome activities through the summer for the kids and for families. Definitely a much visit!
Michael W.Traveler
Fort Yargo State Park Campground
Beautiful views, great stay
The staff were able to get me added and discounted my staff which was nice. The place is broken up with many cottages, yurts and other tent areas to reserve. We took to the path ways with our dog and enjoyed the many animals roaming through the woods. I wasn't able to get on a raft this time, yet saw many enjoying the fishing and lake. Overall a quiet place with good facilities. Accomodations for every camper were available.
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