Best Tent Camping near Atlanta, GA

Tent camping near Atlanta gives city folks a chance to sleep outdoors without driving too far. Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground has flat ground that makes tent setup quick, with enough space between sites that you won't hear your neighbors' conversations. Sites at Shady Grove Campground can handle bigger tents, and each comes with a picnic table and fire ring. You can park right by your tent site there, which helps when you're unloading gear. The community feel at Atlanta West Campground comes with level spots for tents and clean bathrooms just a short walk away. Hideaway Park works well for summer camping since many sites sit under tree cover. You should book ahead for any of these places since they fill up fast, especially on weekends. The roads to these campgrounds are in good shape most of the year, though some turn muddy after heavy rain. These spots near Atlanta work for both quick overnight trips and longer stays. Since amenities vary between places, bring everything you might need rather than assuming it'll be available. Each campground puts you close to different trails, lakes, and other outdoor spots worth checking out during your stay.

Best Tent Sites Near Atlanta, Georgia (17)

    1. Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground

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

    $100 / night

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

    "There's only limited camping here. There's several yurts and 5 walk-in tent sites. Yes, some of the reviews here are confusing this park with another. There's NO RV or TRAILER camping here. "

    2. Atlanta West Campground

    4 Reviews
    Austell, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 948-7302

    "The campsite's proximity to I-20 makes it super convenient to get to. It's a great spot for a quick trip or a longer stay, and the friendly seasonal campers really add to the community vibe."

    3. Panola Mountain State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Pine Mountain, GA
    18 miles
    Website

    "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. "

    "Camped overnight on a primitive site"

    4. Shady Grove Campground

    23 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    37 miles
    Website

    "We will come back here again

    Pros:

    • easy to level trailer
    • excellent lakefront view (many of the sites have lakefront views)
    • private with plenty of tree cover
    • quiet
    • large site area
    • friendly"

    "Living in the North Atlanta area, this became on of our easy, go-to camp sites. Over the past couple of years, the county has been upgrading the sites and they have done a wonderful job."

    7. Sacred Space Urban Retreat

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    Fairburn, GA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (470) 333-2330

    $30 - $75 / night

    8. Hideaway Park

    2 Reviews
    Winston, GA
    26 miles
    +1 (678) 390-0020

    $25 / night

    "I'll definitely be returning for a visit again soon when the weather is a bit warmer!"

    9. Buford Dam Park Shelters (GA)

    2 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 945-9531

    "This is a nice place to just come and stroll around for a bit. Parking is close to the street and paths go down to the lakeside."

    "Wonderful walks, good fishing most of the year. Can be heavily used at times."

    10. James Shackleford Memorial Park

    1 Review
    Auburn, GA
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 963-4002

    "Not much to say about it pretty much all the sites around the lake area the same in Hall county Gwinnett it was very peaceful nice people was able to find plenty of outdoor stuff to do hope other people"

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Tent Camping Reviews near Atlanta, GA

802 Reviews of 17 Atlanta Campgrounds



Guide to Atlanta

Tent camping near Atlanta, Georgia offers a refreshing escape into nature, with a variety of campgrounds that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful retreat.

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Campground amenities that enhance your stay

  • Experience the comfort of yurts and tent sites at Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground, which also offers drinking water and picnic tables for a convenient camping experience.
  • Enjoy the well-maintained facilities at Naval Recreation Site, featuring electric hookups and clean restrooms, ideal for both tent and RV campers.
  • Relax in the peaceful surroundings of Hideaway Park, where you can have campfires and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Atlanta, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Atlanta, GA is Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 27 reviews.

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