Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Atlanta, GA

Stone Mountain Park Campground welcomes pets across all accommodation types including tents, RVs, cabins, and yurts. Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground, Red Top Mountain State Park, and Atlanta-Marietta RV Park maintain similar pet-friendly policies with accessible walking areas. Most campgrounds require pets to remain leashed when outside vehicles or camping units. The sites near Sweetwater Creek are close together with minimal privacy between RVs, though the area remains quiet and safe for pet owners. Full hookup sites are available at multiple locations with water and sewer connections properly positioned for convenient overnight stays.

Dog-friendly trails surrounding these campgrounds provide exercise opportunities for pets, particularly at Red Top Mountain State Park and Stone Mountain Park where hiking paths accommodate leashed dogs. The Sweetwater Creek area features park grounds across from the RV reserve specifically for running dogs. Atlanta's summer heat requires extra consideration when camping with pets—ensure adequate shade and water access during warmer months. Several campgrounds like Stone Mountain Park Campground and Red Top Mountain offer lakefront or water-adjacent sites where dogs can cool off. Campground roads at some locations like Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve have deteriorated pavement with bumps and rough sections that require careful navigation. Most Atlanta-area pet-friendly campgrounds maintain proximity to veterinary services and pet supply stores in neighboring suburbs.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Atlanta, Georgia (80)

    1. Stone Mountain Park Campground

    91 Reviews
    Stone Mountain, GA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 498-5710

    $44 - $65 / night

    "Mot far from Atlanta. Sites are well maintained, bathrooms were decent. full hook up . small pool was disappointing."

    "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."

    2. Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Lithia Springs, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 732-5871

    $28 - $100 / night

    "There are also 10 yurts - overlooking the lake. The bathhouse is clean and there are two showers. There is a playground and a picnic camping area. The staff are extremely friendly!"

    "15 miles West of Atlanta, Ga off I20 Sweetwater Creek State Park offers history, trails, water activities and peace and quiet."

    3. Red Top Mountain State Park Campground

    78 Reviews
    Emerson, GA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 975-0055

    $40 - $315 / night

    "Just a short drive from Atlanta, this is a gorgeous park with great hiking trails and a beautiful lake for boating and swimming."

    "Red Red Top is one of my favorite spots when I need a quick Wilderness cat away from the city."

    4. Atlanta-Marietta RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Marietta, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 427-6853

    $64 / night

    "Nice resort and it’s close to the battery where the braves play baseball. The pizza place is soooo yummy, make sure you check it out. There are so many little ponds nearby and such cute little homes."

    "I use this park strictly for sporting events as it’s close by and is relatively quiet considering how close it is to the highway. I have no complaints."

    5. Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve

    9 Reviews
    Austell, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 743-4378

    $60 - $650 / night

    "You definitely won't sit outside for the scenery. Maybe 2/3 to 3/4 of the sites looked to be occupied by long-term residents but all of the units looked to be in good repair."

    "You definitely won't sit outside for the scenery. Maybe 2/3 to 3/4 of the sites looked to be occupied by long-term residents but all of the units looked to be in good repair."

    6. Panola Mountain State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Pine Mountain, GA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 389-7801

    $125 / night

    "Loved it but had to make my own trail wth my dogs ."

    "We did an overnighter to check this out after doing a separate hike on the primary trails from the other side of the park in the morning. "

    7. ATL OASIS Campground and RV Parking

    1 Review
    Fairburn, GA
    11 miles
    +1 (267) 444-5427

    $60 / night

    "This place is a newly built hidden country like area near the airport and not far from the city. Great for parking your RV and camping out. With security entrance and all!! Real nice 👌🏽"

    8. Dobbins Lakeside Campground

    2 Reviews
    Marietta, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (678) 655-4870

    "Well kept camp site close to baseball stadium north o Atlanta. Easy access to highways Nestled in the trees but not much scenic views but close to base exchange"

    "Sewage and grey water you must use the transfer station located near site #4. There is an Exchange with a Subway close by. No commissary or gas station on Dobbins ARB."

    9. Mckinney Campground

    24 Reviews
    Emerson, GA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (678) 721-6700

    $30 - $34 / night

    "Georgia Veteran’s Memorial State Park, McKinney Campground on Allatoona Lake (north of Atlanta; a Corp of Engineer park) - very woodsy and a nice lake. Hiking, rafting/etc, and walking all around."

    "We always stop here on our trips down to florida and we always stay a couple days as we love to get a waterfront site and they are nice , clean sites with lots of shade and pet friendly."

    10. Sweetwater Campground

    31 Reviews
    Lebanon, GA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (678) 721-6700

    $24 - $290 / night

    "This campground is situated on Lake Allatoona, near Canton, just north of Atlanta."

    "There are a whole bunch of trails of varying difficulty and length that meander through the woods along the river."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Atlanta, GA

903 Reviews of 80 Atlanta Campgrounds


  • J
    May. 31, 2021

    Payne Campground

    Great place to camp

    Easy access from Atlanta area with great camping plots for both tents and campers. Beautiful views of the lake..

  • Kathie M.
    Jun. 20, 2018

    Stone Mountain Park Campground

    Stone Mountain

    great sites in shaded area. Mot far from Atlanta. Sites are well maintained, bathrooms were decent. full hook up . small pool was disappointing.

  • A
    Jul. 9, 2018

    High Falls State Park Campground

    Beautiful and peaceful

    Lovely campground on the water. Good hiking, and you can explore ruins in the park. And it's only an hour from Atlanta!

  • Jennifer S.
    Jun. 25, 2016

    Shoal Creek Campground

    Shoal Creek Campground

    Shoal Creek Campground is about a 30-45 min drive from Atlanta. You camp right on Lake Lanier and most of the campsites have a mini beach area. Our particular campsite had a nice big area with beach and firepit down by the water. It is great for kids, dogs and families and friends. You can bring kayaks or canoes and paddle in the water. On our way in we went to fishtales and had lunch and drinks, then headed to the campsite to hang out for the night. Very relaxing, they had bathrooms not too far away. Book in advance especially if you know which site you want.

  • c
    Jun. 12, 2019

    Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground

    Horse owner or golfer this is the place for you and it’s only 45 minutes fr

    Nice campground, bathhouses exceptionally clean. Camped on a Sunday and Monday and was so peaceful with all of nature’s  sounds. There’s two lakes there but you need to take a short drive to get to the swimming beach and to better fishing. Golf course looks great, and  equestrian camping looked great too. Lots of easy hiking trails to explore.  A very  short drive from Atlanta make this campground a nice weekend camping getaway

  • Molly M.
    Jul. 7, 2018

    Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground

    Lake views!

    Loved this campground! There are 5 wall up sites - (bring a wagon) - can’t park at your site and the campsites are up a small hill hidden in the woods. Private sites - water and electric - fireflys everywhere! There are also 10 yurts - overlooking the lake. The bathhouse is clean and there are two showers. There is a playground and a picnic camping area. The staff are extremely friendly! There are 15 miles of hiking trails and they are alongside the creek! Beautiful views. Also the lake has kayak / canoe rentals and fishing! 30 minutes from Atlanta/15 from six flags! Very convenient to grocery stores and small town restaurants!

  • M
    Jul. 25, 2018

    Red Top Mountain State Park Campground

    Beautiful Campground - Lots to do - Needs Site Specific Reservations

    What a gem! Just a short drive from Atlanta, this is a gorgeous park with great hiking trails and a beautiful lake for boating and swimming. My only complaint is with the reservation system - while you can make a camping reservation, you cannot reserve a specific site. We were coming from Florida, meeting a family from Nashville so neither of us could be there at check-in time (I was told there was a long line at check-in to get the best spots early - likely the lakefront sites). By the time we got there in the evening, we were told there were just a few sites together and likely not together. We got incredibly lucky and were able to find two fabulous sites together (sites 75 and 79) on a loop with lots of room for the kids to roam and play. While a lot of the sites in the campground didn't look like they would even fit our tent (it's giant at 10x20 - we have four kids), these two sites were a wonderful site for our family set-up. We loved hiking the trails and spent hours swimming in the lake. Overall a great experience aside from the stress of trying to find sites.

  • J
    Aug. 28, 2018

    Fort Yargo State Park Campground

    Relaxation in The Woods

    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.

    Very clean park and has Historical area, playground, tennis court, bike and hike trails. Not to mention beach and boating area.

    Picnics, camping, boating biking and camping or just day use areas. Pet friendly and all around great park.

    There is a small general store, but you are so close to everything if you need it, it's there.

    Gread for the Georgia Bulldog crowd as its less then 30 minutes!

    I recommend this park highly.

  • DeWayne H.
    Apr. 12, 2019

    Stone Mountain Park Campground

    So close to me and I love it.

    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. This place is world renowned for its fireworks and laser show but you have to go off the pavement to truly fall in love with Stone Mountain! This place is great for everyone. I mean everyone, from free runners to hikers and all you folk that like to “camp” in your RVs. Visit this place anytime of year and you will not be disappointed. Apparently it’s rated #1 as the best place to camp in Georgia. I’m more into the nature only kind of camping but that’s not everyone’s cup a tea. Stone Mountain has something for everyone.


Guide to Atlanta

Campgrounds near Atlanta offer RV and tent sites within a 45-minute drive of downtown, with elevations ranging from 750 to 1,680 feet. The moderate climate supports year-round camping, though summer temperatures frequently exceed 90°F in July and August. Winter camping remains viable with overnight lows rarely dropping below 30°F from December through February.

What to do

Hike to historic ruins: At Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground, trails lead to Civil War-era textile mill ruins along rushing water. "Hiking, kayaking, swimming- plenty of things to do. You can spend a whole day out here just walking along the creek and jumping across the rocks," notes Asia + Jalen B.

Mountain climbing opportunities: Stone Mountain Park Campground offers a challenging hike with significant elevation gain. "The hike to the top was a challenge, but the views were worth it," reports Judy B. The paved trail to the summit is 1.3 miles one-way with 786 feet of elevation gain.

Water recreation access: Lake activities are abundant at McKinney Campground, located on Lake Allatoona. "My husband and son enjoyed fishing and paddle boarding right behind our site," shares Susan K. The campground provides direct shoreline access for fishing and paddling without needing to transport equipment.

Wildlife viewing: Panola Mountain State Park supports diverse wildlife observation opportunities. "Very peaceful and even had the sounds of a vibrant coyote pack," reports Michael T. Morning hours between 7-9am offer optimal wildlife viewing conditions when animals are most active.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the room between sites at certain locations. "We camped with my parents in the RV section of the campground, it was beautifully wooded and offered plenty of space/privacy from other campsites," shares Dalhya L. about Stone Mountain Park Campground.

Clean facilities: Red Top Mountain State Park Campground receives praise for its well-maintained amenities. "The bathhouse was an uphill hike probably 300 ft away but was modern and clean with hot showers and good water pressure," notes Jeff E. The park maintains seven bathhouses throughout the campground.

Family entertainment options: Multiple activities for children make certain parks stand out. "There's all kind of activities for the kids. They have free transportation within the park/campground area," states Harvey B. about Stone Mountain Park, which offers a laser show, hiking trails, and family-friendly attractions.

Waterfront locations: Sweetwater Campground provides premium water access sites. "We always stay on site 100 it's right on the water," mentions Mary B. The campground features 151 sites with approximately 30% offering direct lake access.

What you should know

Highway noise: Some campgrounds near Atlanta experience traffic noise due to proximity to major roads. "You will hear I-75 traffic all night so keep in mind, that while it looks like country, you are not deep in nature," cautions Jeff E. about Red Top Mountain.

Limited tent sites: Sweetwater Creek State Park has restricted tent camping availability. "Realize there are limited sites. 10 Yurts for glampers and 5 walkin sites for tent campers," advises Shelly S. Reservations for tent sites should be made 3-6 months in advance for summer weekends.

Urban camping characteristics: Certain RV parks function more as residential areas than traditional campgrounds. "Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve is definitely urban. The sites aren't much wider than the trailers," explains Art Z. These locations prioritize utility access over natural surroundings.

Varying road conditions: Atlanta-Marietta RV Park has infrastructure challenges. "Not pull through sites, bumpy roads and not much dog walking space," notes Marion M. Many access roads require careful navigation, particularly for larger RVs.

Tips for camping with families

Beach access camping: Locations with swimming areas provide kid-friendly recreation. "Sweetwater is a nice park with a Beach. We camped right next to the beach and the kids loved it," shares Rodney G. about Sweetwater Campground. The swimming beach operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day with no lifeguards on duty.

Educational opportunities: Panola Mountain State Park Campground offers guided learning experiences. "We took the guided tour of the Mountain and it was awesome. We ate Pine Trees and they explained about lichen and the red fungus," reports Holly B. Ranger-led programs run weekends from March through October.

Entertainment proximity: Stone Mountain Park offers family entertainment beyond camping. "There are tons of things to do from Golf, hiking, zoo, laser show, food and you can hike the mountain or take a ride to the top," describes Holly B. The laser show operates nightly during summer months at 9:30pm.

Walkable campground roads: For families wanting safe biking or scooter areas, consider larger campgrounds with paved roads. "For walkers/joggers, the paved road inside the campground is (almost) one mile and relatively flat," notes Jane B. about McKinney Campground.

Tips from RVers

Site selection considerations: RV campers should research specific sites before booking. "Every single plot had a beautiful view, plenty of space and power hookup, water etc.," shares Dale C. about McKinney Campground. Sites numbered 45-68 accommodate larger RVs with more level pads.

Stadium access camping: RVers attending sporting events have dedicated options. "I use this park strictly for sporting events as it's close by and is relatively quiet considering how close it is to the highway," explains Mike N. about Atlanta-Marietta RV Park, located 3 miles from Truist Park baseball stadium.

Self-check-in procedures: Some RV parks operate with minimal staff interaction. "Everything was handled via text and email messages before I arrived. Once on-site, I never saw an employee or an office," explains Art Z. about Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve. Access codes and site information are typically sent 24-48 hours before arrival.

Dog-friendly trails: Beyond the pet-friendly campgrounds near Atlanta, hiking options accommodate four-legged companions. "Dog-friendly trails surrounding these campgrounds provide exercise opportunities for pets," particularly at Red Top Mountain State Park where all trails except the summit trail welcome leashed dogs.

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