The Bainbridge area sits along the Flint River near the Georgia-Florida border, with elevations ranging from 115-130 feet above sea level. Summers reach highs around 93°F with significant humidity, while winters typically see lows in the 40s. Beyond traditional RV parks, the region offers camping options near Lake Seminole, a 37,500-acre reservoir popular for fishing and water recreation.
What to do
Boat access and fishing: Ed and Bernice's Fish Camp and RV Park has direct river access with a boat ramp for campers. "We kayaked and loved and I mean absolutely love being on this river. Did some swimming and fishing off the side. Caught some huge brim, they were delicious," notes Deborah B.
Evening entertainment: For campers wanting social activities, Sugar Mill Plantation RV Park offers unique amenities beyond standard RV hookups. "There is a store with propane and ice. The bar opens each evening with occasional live music," mentions Connie A.
Nature observation: The peaceful surroundings support diverse wildlife viewing. "Saw deer, many birds and gorgeous sunsets," reports Carol at Alliance Hill RV Resort, located about 45 miles west of Bainbridge in Marianna, Florida.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the cleanliness of RV parks in the region. "The bathrooms were clean with a hot shower. All of the campers have a pole barn and a picnic table. The place is well kept," writes Deborah B. about Ed and Bernice's.
Level sites: Many sites require minimal setup time. "Very level concrete FHU pull-throughs," says Karl and Lisa Z. about their experience at Sugar Mill Plantation RV Park, noting it was "priced right" at $30 per night with Good Sam discount.
Peaceful settings: Tallahassee RV Park, 40 miles southeast of Bainbridge, offers a natural setting despite its proximity to the city. "Absolutely beautiful! Tall trees and spacious spaces. Full hookups. They rake the spaces so they're nice and even," writes Tonya B.
What you should know
Limited facilities at some parks: Not all RV parks offer complete amenities. "Bare bones with no other facilities (restrooms, showers, pool, playground or dog park). Really designed just for an overnight," notes Todd about Stay n Go RV Resort in Marianna.
Cash-only policies: Some smaller operations have payment restrictions. "Felt $35 (cash only) was too high for value. No sewer at our site but we were able to dump on way out," shares Cheri about Ed and Bernice's Fish Camp.
Road noise: Location impacts noise levels at certain parks. Faith J. mentions at Big Oak RV Park, "She said she only had one other open, site 44 which is by the road. It is a very busy road with lots of noise, but it was better than being by the dumpster."
Seasonal variations: Southern Georgia can experience significant rain and insects. "When it rained on Sunday we were slightly flooded when packing up," reports Janel P. about her stay at Sugar Mill RV Park during a softball tournament.
Tips for camping with families
Riverside activities: Waterfront sites offer natural entertainment for children. "Could not keep the kids from playing by the water they scooped up minnows and found crawdads. Was great to watch," says Deborah B. about Ed and Bernice's Fish Camp and RV Park.
Consider alternatives to tent camping: Some RV parks near Bainbridge don't accommodate tent campers. "There is no tent camping at this park," clarifies Karl and Lisa Z. about Sugar Mill RV Park, making advance research essential for non-RV campers.
Tournament base camps: RV parks serve as convenient bases for sporting events. "We stayed at Sugar Mill RV Campground for a softball tournament in Thomasville, GA which was about 8 miles away. It was a nice no frills campground that served our purpose," notes Janel P.
Tips from RVers
Advance reservations: The limited number of RV parks Bainbridge, Georgia and surrounding areas can fill quickly. "There are few campgrounds in the Tallahassee area, that keep you close to town. This is one of them and has been around for many years. They have a lot of full timers here, so there isn't a lot of openings," advises Faith J. about Big Oak RV Park.
Site selection strategy: Some parks have significant differences between sites. "When we returned for our longer stay, again she tried to put us at site 46 and I refused... it was better than being by the dumpster," shares Faith J., highlighting the importance of requesting specific sites.
Accessibility concerns: Some parks have challenging terrain for larger rigs. "Far from the main road, down a steep rutted driveway, onto a grassy lot," warns Angela M. about one location, suggesting RVers with big rigs confirm access details before arrival.
