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Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers offers facilities for campers traveling with horses approximately 17 miles east of Avondale Estates. The park provides drinking water, showers, and toilet facilities for campers staying with their horses. While the park does not feature dedicated horse corrals, it accommodates RVs and serves as a base for various equestrian events throughout the year. Sites are reservable, pets are allowed, and alcohol is permitted on the grounds. The park bathrooms are kept clean and stocked with supplies according to visitors.
Liberty Stables, located on 54 acres of working horse farm property near Hard Labor Creek State Park, offers primitive camping for horse owners. The farm hosts horses, ponies, goats, sheep, and chickens, creating a full farm experience for campers. Each of the five tent and RV campsites includes a fire pit, picnic table, and access to drinking water. The property provides toilet facilities and hot showers for guests. The campground's quiet, peaceful setting creates an ideal environment for horse enthusiasts. Trails accessible from the property allow for riding opportunities, and the spacious grounds provide room for horses to move comfortably. Advance reservations are required.
"Great location if you're driving through or visiting Atlanta. It's just off the interstate, and there are plenty of restaurants around."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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."
"There are hiking trails, kayak rentals, a beach area (swimming) and two nice lakes! There are equestrian trails and even an equestrian campground!"
from $20 - $650 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $40 / night
"Note to future campers: the campground is NOT located at the address provided. This is the recreational park."
"I met him on the trail to the falls and took the time to explain the factory that used to be there. Very interesting. Most sites are on the water. Has toilets and showers."
from $15 / night
"We stayed in the horse camp section because the RV area was full. They use the horse camp area as overflow. Plenty of space there with power and water."
"We stayed for the weekend so we would be close to relatives for a visit. The sites are nice and paved with full hookups. There was even a dish at are site for satellite. Nice paved trails for hiking."
from $40 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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"
"Quiet, beautiful acres with horses, ponies, goats, sheep, and chickens. Fire-pit included! Book your stay and leave them some love."
"Will definitely stay there again as our granddaughters live nearby! Highly recommend!"
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"I cleaned up a bit of trash around my site when I arrived. The camp host drove around selling firewood."
"We live close by so for a night trip this is a perfect little getaway."
"Spot with a nice horse trail to hike - saw some deer and a mystery black animal, maybe a boar or a bear - unsure."
"Open spaces and very quiet this time of the year (January) train horn in the distance and gunshots in the distance as well from hunters here and there but all around a great spot to really enjoy."
ScoutGreat RV park that is owned and ran by the county. We stayed in the horse camp section because the RV area was full. They use the horse camp area as overflow. Plenty of space there with power and water. Sewer hookup is only available in the RV section. Tons of walking/horse trails to go along with a creek and a couple of lakes.
LegendWe stayed for the weekend so we would be close to relatives for a visit. The sites are nice and paved with full hookups. There was even a dish at are site for satellite. Nice paved trails for hiking. They have equestrian trails. Golf carts are also allowed. There is a creek and pond. Small water park and play ground for little ones. Great price for full hookup at $30 per night and senior discount is offered.
GuideNice 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
RangerWe have camped at this beautiful park NUMEROUS times and there is a reason that we keep coming back (actually there are multiple reasons)!
HLC has an amazing staff that is there when you need them and not there when you don't! The camp hosts are friendly, the Ranger rides through on a regular basis and is friendly/outgoing (you can tell that he enjoys his job)!
The campground is not cramped at all and most of the sites are spread apart to provide privacy!
Not long ago, as many of the GA State Parks are doing, HLC swapped over to "site-specific" reservations..meaning that you must choose a particular site when reserving. This is VERY useful if you're familiar with the campground and have a favorite site (such as we do) but it can be a shot in the dark if you're not familiar with the campground.
The bath houses/comfort stations are brand new (including laundry rooms) and the camp hosts keep them spotless! The campground roads are newly paved and there are a couple of new sites.
There are hiking trails, kayak rentals, a beach area (swimming) and two nice lakes! There are equestrian trails and even an equestrian campground!
The park has numerous cottages to rent, a group shelter, picnic pavilions and even a mini-golf course (newly renovated)!
Not far from the campground (in Rutledge, GA) there is a Dollar general in case you forgot something that the park store doesn't have.
If you've never visited this beautiful park, ou are missing out on one of our hidden gems!
RangerHard Labor Creek State Park is one of the Georgia State Park system's best kept secrets! Located just minutes away from Rutledge, GA, HLC seems like a whole world away! Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, HLC is still convenient to Rutledge and Madison, in case you forgot to pack something.
HLC features hiking trails, mini golf, newly "renovated" campsites that include two BRAND new bathhouses (comfort stations). The comfort stations have restrooms/showers, as well as two family restroom/shower facilities. The comfort stations also feature vending machines (drinks) and a laundry facility!
Kayak rentals, a beach/swimming area and numerous special programs are available!
Cell phone service is very spotty in the park but that is alright with us, camping is about getting AWAY and enjoying the outdoors, not staring at your electronic devices!
If golf is your thing, HLC has a beautiful 18-hole golf course!
ScoutCamping is first come first served basis, no reservations. $20 per night, parking for one vehicle included. Extra vehicles require $5 parking pass per day. They take credit card. Pull up to the booth at the entrance before 5pm or see the camp host 5-8pm. After 8pm, the park gate closes. I was given a gate code in case I needed to leave and return during the closed hours.
The camping layout falls somewhere between dispersed camping and a traditional campground. When I checked in, I was told I could pull up to any site with a fire pit. There were picnic tables and trash cans at most sites. There are no hook ups at the sites, but there is a good amount of space on flat ground in the trees. Several cars, tents, or small campers would fit on each site. Bigger campers could opt for sites 8 or 9 which don’t have trees. I cleaned up a bit of trash around my site when I arrived. The camp host drove around selling firewood.
Many of these reviews seem older, so I wanted to add that there is a newer block bathroom with flush toilets, electricity and a shower stall, and outdoor water spigot near the stretch of campsites marked 1-20 along the river. It was clean. Driving in, you’ll see a sign that points you to “Main Camping.” The sites stretch down a lane that follows the river to a dead end, the river and sites are on the left and there is a large grassy airfield on the right. There was no airplane traffic while I was there and no signage to stay off of it, so perhaps it is no longer in use.
There is a boat ramp past site 20. I saw a sign at the bathhouse for paddling the river and various parks to camp along the way. There are signs for horse camping only at sites 18-20. One of the trails runs between the river bank and the campsites, with red blazes - “River Trail” - so don’t set up equipment there in case hikers or horses come through. I saw people fishing in the Chattahoochee River right off of their campsite. There is a small rapid that stretches across the river near sites 1-10, so you get that nice water flowing sound to fall asleep to!
There are also sites in other areas of the park, if you turn left instead of following the “Main Camping” sign. I’m not sure if they are numbered, and they seem more scattered. There is another bathhouse with running water and a shower that is older next to the cabin called “Old Ranger’s Station.”
The park has wide trails for horseback riding. I hiked the 2 mile Eagle Loop Trail and saw a mountain biker as well. I saw signs for an Orienteering Course. There is a splash pad and a new looking playground that from a glance, might be ADA accessible. There are many signs prohibiting swimming in the river due to the strong current. There is no beach and in most places, the river bank is steep. John Tanner Park has a swimming beach.
The park map is not great and the information available online is insufficient, but I do recommend coming to explore the area and camp! I’ll be back now that I have an understanding of the layout.
LegendAshley here with The Dyrt. We're so happy to have this property on our platform. Quiet, beautiful acres with horses, ponies, goats, sheep, and chickens. Fire-pit included! Book your stay and leave them some love.
GuideIt was nice and warm even in December! Almost 70 degrees! Spot with a nice horse trail to hike - saw some deer and a mystery black animal, maybe a boar or a bear - unsure. Had a lot of neighbors on a weekday night - and a mystery trailer with no activity and no truck to pull it. Overall pretty easy gravel road to get to it, was a little buggy since it was humid and by the river but not too bad.
TravelerHeard about this place from a co-worker and I was not disappointed.
Check in is easy, either call and leave a deposit or drive up and pay. They let you peruse the sites before paying which was nice.
Hosts stop by to introduce themselves and how to contact them if needs arise.
Everything is well maintained from the roads, campsites, unpaved trails, and bathrooms. I was impressed with how clean everything was despite being a campground.
Trails are great for running or just nice stroll, and there is a small lake onsite that could be used to fish with convenient benches around it.
The only downside would be that the campground is close to a highway, so occasionally there will be loud subs or burnouts, but not to the point that I’d remove a star.
Overall great experience and will be camping here frequently.
Equestrian camping opportunities extend throughout the region surrounding Avondale Estates, Georgia. The area features multiple parks and facilities within a 30-minute drive radius, with elevations ranging from 900 to 1,100 feet above sea level. Campgrounds in this region typically experience moderate temperatures, with summer highs averaging in the mid-80s and winter lows rarely dropping below freezing.
Trail riding at Hard Labor Creek State Park: Located about 45 minutes east of Avondale Estates, this park offers extensive equestrian trails alongside camping. "The park has a nice hiking trails and bikes trails, dog friendly," notes Winston M., who appreciated the park's recently renovated facilities and trail connectivity.
Water activities at McIntosh Reserve Park: This park features the Chattahoochee River with opportunities for kayaking and fishing. "Beautiful bottoms for tent camping. Very primitive but fun. Loved walking the river bank looking for drift wood," writes Nick C. The park maintains a boat ramp and restricts swimming due to strong currents.
Explore historic sites at Factory Shoals: Newton Factory Shoals Recreation Area provides a mix of history and natural beauty. "I met him on the trail to the falls and took the time to explain the factory that used to be there. Very interesting. Most sites are on the water," explains Bob P., highlighting the area's industrial past.
Orienteering at McIntosh Reserve Park: The park features marked orienteering courses for navigation practice. "This place has some nice trails and plenty of pavilions for large groups. You can tent camp or bring your RV. They have access to the Chattahoochie River for kayaking and fishing as well," writes DeWayne H..
Spacious campsites at Little Tallapoosa Park: The park offers well-designed sites with ample space between neighbors. "This is a smaller park, but the sites are spread out well. Super quiet, lots of trails to follow - including paved ones (bonus for us as we have a baby in a stroller), full hook ups (w,e,s)," says Tiffany D., who appreciated the thoughtful layout.
Clean facilities at Hard Labor Creek State Park: The park maintains high standards for its comfort stations. "The comfort stations have restrooms/showers, as well as two family restroom/shower facilities. The comfort stations also feature vending machines (drinks) and a laundry facility," reports George & Patty C., who found the amenities well-maintained during multiple visits.
Waterfront camping at Factory Shoals: Many sites directly border the water, providing scenic views and easy access for fishing. "Some of the sites are waterfront. There is a bathroom with a shower that was kept up with and stocked with toilet paper and paper towels," notes Nicolle, who also appreciated the raised gravel tent platforms at each site.
Horse-friendly accommodations at Little Tallapoosa Park: The park includes separate camping areas for equestrian visitors. "We stayed in the horse camp section because the RV area was full. They use the horse camp area as overflow. Plenty of space there with power and water," explains Hollis K., who found the horse camping section suitable for RVs when needed.
First-come, first-served policies: Several campgrounds in the area, including Factory Shoals, don't accept advance reservations. "The campground is first come, first serve. It is $15 dollars a night. Some of the sites are waterfront," mentions Nicolle, who recommends arriving early to secure preferred sites.
Limited hookups at primitive sites: McIntosh Reserve Park offers basic amenities. "No power, and only saw one tap for running water, but is a good spot if you are self sufficient. No designated camp sites means you can pick anywhere," explains Cass P., highlighting the self-sufficient nature required for camping here.
Seasonal considerations: Area campgrounds often have different amenities available seasonally. "There is a splash pad and a new looking playground that from a glance, might be ADA accessible," notes Sarah S. about McIntosh Reserve Park, mentioning facilities that operate primarily during warmer months.
Unexpected location challenges: Some campgrounds have confusing addresses or access points. "Note to future campers: the campground is NOT located at the address provided. This is the recreational park. The campground is actually up the road, on the opposite side of the park, at the entrance of the graveyard," warns Nicolle about Factory Shoals.
Splash pad options during summer: McIntosh Reserve Park offers water features for children during hot months. "Just camped here recently with some friends and our kids. Took the kids to the spaslh pad and enjoyed cooking out and hanging out over night," shares Ryan N., who found the amenity perfect for families.
Playground accessibility: Little Tallapoosa Park includes family-friendly amenities. "Lots of level tent sites next to pavilions with playground equipment. Very calm and quiet park," describes Danna D., noting the convenient placement of tent sites near children's play areas.
Educational opportunities: McIntosh Reserve Park provides historical learning experiences. "This place is a great place for family reunions or birthday parties. They even do Easter egg hunts every year. Also, for those that are into Geocashing, there are a few you could find here," mentions DeWayne H., highlighting activities that combine education and recreation.
Tent camping comfort: For families tent camping at Newton Factory Shoals, each site offers useful features. "They have fire pits and a main bath house with a shower. I will say that you should probably bring flipflops for the shower because it doesn't look like it's been cleaned in a year," advises Addison C., who still rated the overall experience highly despite shower cleanliness concerns.
Size considerations for Hard Labor Creek: The campground accommodates larger rigs but requires careful navigation. "The campground is a good campground— clean and fairly easy for our big fifth wheel to get in to. Be careful and follow the Campground signs and not your GPS because you might come in a different way and have to navigate an overpass that, for done rigs, is too short!" warns Debbie K.
Site selection at Big Country Camping: This smaller campground provides full hookups and assistance for RVers. "Very nice owners. Very quiet and peaceful location. I had a full hookup site. Owners helped me get situated. Loaned me a water hose," shares James, who appreciated the personal attention given to guests.
Seasonal popularity awareness: Hard Labor Creek experiences significant variation in crowding. "The weekend nights were so crowded with cars spilling into the camp roads, loads of large groups at each site. Felt very claustrophobic. On weekdays the park became a ghost town," observes Christina, recommending weekday visits for RVers seeking more space.
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