9 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Stone Mountain Park Campground houses upscale glamping accommodations just minutes from Brookhaven, with safari tents offering a blend of outdoor adventure and comfort. These canvas structures provide the camping experience without sacrificing amenities like comfortable bedding, electricity, and proximity to modern facilities. "We stayed in a safari tent a little worn down with duck tape on the screen. However, clean bathroom/showers and fun pool," noted one visitor who still rated the experience highly. Additional glamping options in the area include the yurts at Fort Yargo State Park and RamsdenLake's luxury accommodations in Stone Mountain. Each site maintains proximity to Atlanta while providing the seclusion and natural setting that glamping enthusiasts seek, with many sites offering lake views, climate-controlled spaces, and stylish furnishings that elevate the outdoor experience beyond traditional camping.
The region's glamping resorts capitalize on their natural settings with extensive outdoor recreation opportunities. Stone Mountain itself serves as an impressive backdrop for hiking, biking, and photography, with trails accessible directly from glamping accommodations. According to a camper, "There is a nice spacious check-in store. Your trash is picked up constantly from your site. Each site has a deck, a grill with a propane tank already attached, a picnic table, and a fire pit." Most properties provide resort-style amenities including swimming pools, on-site dining options, and organized activities. Sweetwater Creek State Park features yurts along its scenic waterways, while One With Nature Glamp Camp offers a more intimate experience with just two luxury accommodations. Reservations are recommended well in advance, particularly for summer weekends and holidays when these distinctive outdoor accommodations book quickly due to their popularity among Atlanta residents seeking convenient weekend escapes.
"The views of the lake, and, yes, the mountain are gorgeous. There is a nice spacious check-in store. Your trash is picked up constantly from your site."
"Campgrounds are different sizes and we got a smaller one with a spigot, outlet, picnic table and a grill. We did not have a fire pit. Bathrooms/showers are close and it’s a great park."
from $44 - $65 / night
"The bathroom facilities and shower were among the cleanest I’ve seen on the road and the hiking was really great. Not busy at all in the early AM. Kudos to the camp host and staff."
"Private sites - water and electric - fireflys everywhere! There are also 10 yurts - overlooking the lake. The bathhouse is clean and there are two showers."
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from $28 - $100 / night
"It has a boat access point, fishing, walking and biking trails, a small putt putt course, playground area for the kids and best of all it’s pet friendly!"
"I stayed at the walk- in campsites with waterfront view and access to walk down to the water. There is no electric at site and water didn’t work."
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from $40 - $315 / night
"We have traveled across the country a few times in the last year and are always looking for a good place to stay near Atlanta. We've found it!"
"This is a very newbie-friendly park on a pretty lake. The attendants were great and responsive. The spaces are well-equipped. My spot was 38 and had a brand new huge picnic table."
from $30 - $34 / night
"Nice view of lake when site across the lane isn't occupied. Restrooms/ showers cleaned and relatively maintained (1 shower curtain missing) , debris free paved lanes to all sites."
"Our sites have all been lake-side and very large with a paved drive. There is hiking around the shore line and lots of ducks in the lake to feed (Shh!)"
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $36 / night
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"There are 2 bell tents in the area. One setup with a king bed and the other a twin bed."
from $79 - $199 / night
"They already had a site (#51) which was nice with a beautiful view over the lake. The site had a nice big area with fire pit, picnic table, grill and room for a big tent."
"Each camping spot has a decent amount of room including a fire pit, grill, and picnic table. Spots are slightly uneven. There is easy access to the boat ramp and lake beach. The bathrooms are clean."
from $20 - $240 / night
"There is also signage to verify that you are going the right way until you see the CG entrance. We pulled into the gate area and were checked in by the attendant on duty."
"Shower house is clean and well maintained also has laundry facilities. Hosts are friendly. Has lots of power and water sites as well as tent sites with nice gravel tent pads."
from $34 / night
"Parking lot is a short walk to campsite. Bathhouse is at the parking area. Picnic table and fire pit at site. Wooded area but not secluded, limited shade on table."
"Water spouts are dropped around the sites and there is a bathhouse with showers and hot water accessible to all who camp there!"
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from $27 - $275 / night
GuideJust so beautiful and awesome. Camp host was lovely and our site could not have been more perfect. Internet said it was a walk up but it was a drive up. Site 52, I’m convinced it has to be the best one there. It adjoins via a mild staircase to 53 and would be perfect for two families to have. It’s right on the water and the sunset was phenomenal. Love it a lot. Electric and water, picnic table and fire ring.
GuideWe went over the Halloween weekend. What great fun. Lots of events for families and kids. Even us retired people got into the spirit! Sites were well maintained with space between sites. Bathrooms were clean all the time. Cell service was at best 2 bars on all networks. But that’s okay. Fall colors were abundant. If you had a small boat, canoe or kayak the lake is perfect for fishing or just enjoying. The only drawback was some road noise from Fairplay road. Otherwise I can’t say enough of how much we liked this park. Site 16 October.
LegendThis was our first trip here and it was beautiful! We loved biking all over the park. We loved sitting by the falls. Would’ve loved to go in the museum, but it wasn’t open when we were there (very limited days/hours).
-Camp hosts were absolutely wonderful! They were a pleasure to talk with. The friendliest group ever!!
-Bath house was extremely clean.
-We stayed in the newer section.
-Definitely make your way to the Stone Pavilion and sample the natural artesian spring water. It’s not something I’d want a lot, but when in Rome…🤣
TravelerWelcome center is nice, but the roads and asphalt sites are crumbling. We had a back in site that was fairly level. No real privacy from neighboring sites.
TravelerWay too many rules to have to abide by. It’s not a day use area, so you HAVE to camp over night or else they threaten to ban you from all FoCo campsites. Normally not a big deal, but there was supposed to be rain during our visit and that had me paranoid. We camped out, the rain held off, it was nice. Then day 2, I wasn’t feeling it anymore, but I didn’t want to be banned from camping 🙄 so we stayed the night and packed up at 5:45am the next day. No coffee or chilling. I just wanted to get out of there! I love camping out in the wilderness…no rules, no stress, no people, no RVs. Just nature.
ScoutThis campground use to be a good hold over spot or a good spot for beginner campers. The homeless in the area have taken it over and have completely destroyed it. Trash all over the place and used needles and foils scattered about. The police routinely check this area as it has become a known hideout spot for wanted people. Would not camp here. Back when I was a kid we would ride our bikes and stay out there for days at a time. Not anymore. Would avoid
ScoutVery quiet,has porter potty in parking lot, cell service, free camping.
GuideWe stayed at Site 18, which has a reputation for being one of the hardest sites to back into. There’s definitely a trick to it! Pull your truck forward along the site, then pull out toward the site across from you, making an S-turn. From there, line it up and back in. It's tricky, but doable!
We loved this area and packed a lot into our stay. We visited BJ’s Apple Orchard, stopped at Burt’s Pumpkin Farm (where I somehow ended up with a 150-pound pumpkin 😂), had dinner at Cascades Restaurant, and took the easy way to see the falls.
The fenced-in sites were a huge plus, especially with our pups. It gave them more room to roam. The bathrooms and showers are individual rooms, which was nice, and the welcome center is one of the nicest we’ve come across.
And then there’s THE HILL. I was born and raised in the Smokies, so I’m no stranger to mountain roads, but the incline is no joke! The reviews are absolutely not exaggerating when they say it’s steep. Come prepared!
I have T-mobile and husband has Xfinity and we both have great service. Wifi in the campground gets the job done for Netflix at night.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful area, plenty to explore, dog-friendly sites, and a campground we’d visit again. 🏕️🥾
GuideCampsite was the perfect lake front spot for our dog’s last camping adventure with us. The resort felt super safe for 2 females traveling with their dog and all campsites and bathrooms were super clean.
Stone Mountain and the surrounding areas near Brookhaven, Georgia offer diverse camping options beyond typical tent sites. The region sits at approximately 1,000 feet elevation with a humid subtropical climate that allows for year-round camping. Weather patterns typically include hot summers with temperatures averaging 88°F and mild winters with occasional frost, requiring different preparation depending on season.
Hiking trails: Stone Mountain Park features extensive hiking opportunities beyond the main mountain trail. "We loved these grounds. They were clean and there was easy access to bathrooms. The hike to the top was a challenge, but the views were worth it," notes Judy B., who visited Stone Mountain Park Campground.
Kayaking: Lake Allatoona provides excellent paddling opportunities with rental services available. "My husband and son enjoyed fishing and paddle boarding right behind our site," shares Susan K., who camped at Stone Mountain Park.
Mountain biking: Sweetwater Creek State Park maintains extensive trail systems for cyclists of various skill levels. "This park is set up on the land of an old factory that used the river to power a water wheel. There are a whole bunch of trails of varying difficulty and length that meander through the woods along the river," explains Asher K. from Sweetwater Creek State Park.
Historical sites: Fort Yargo features a 19th-century log fort plus interpretive trails. "Manchester Mill Ruins" at Sweetwater Creek provides glimpses into industrial history. Mike K. recommends: "Make sure you go see Manchester Mill Ruins."
Lake access: Many campgrounds offer direct water access for swimming and fishing. "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 and was still a short walk from the bathhouse. Also had a little view of a lake down below," shares Dalhya L. from Stone Mountain Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Most campgrounds maintain well-kept shower houses. "The bathrooms and showers were not great but there if you need them," shares Jennifer S. about Shady Grove Campground. Other visitors note higher quality facilities at different times of year.
Yurt accommodations: Fort Yargo State Park offers yurt camping near Brookhaven with climate-controlled options. "We stayed in site 15, 14, and my parents used the Georgia glamping company in site 16," reports Imagine C., who enjoyed their experience.
Secluded sites: Walk-in camping areas provide more privacy. "If you're like me and appreciate a bit of privacy when camping, the walk-in campsites at Fort Yargo are the place to go. Just a short 1-2 minutes walk from your car and bathrooms, but you feel much more secluded than the campsites in the regular campground," advises Amalia K. about Fort Yargo State Park.
Strict alcohol policies: Some campgrounds enforce strict rules about alcohol consumption. "If you enjoy having a beer while camping don't come here. Beautiful day, beer in a solo cup playing cards with my wife at a picnic table. We were not making noise, nobody complained about us. Ranger pulls up and gave us both tickets," warns Rick B. about their experience at Shady Grove Campground.
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience ambient noise from nearby highways. "This park is about 30-40 minutes outside of Atlanta right off of I-75. If you are in a tent... you will hear I-75 traffic all night so keep in mind, that while it looks like country, you are not deep in nature... the drone of the highway will remind you," explains Jeff E. about Red Top Mountain State Park.
Security concerns: Isolated incidents of theft have occurred at some locations. "After discussing the issue with the campground staff, we were informed that locals often come through the woods and even wade through the edge of the lake to steal from the campground," notes Chris C. about Clark Creek North Campground.
Beach access: Look for campgrounds with dedicated swim areas. "We spent a weekend here in section O. It was a nice, spacious campsite with a nice picnic table and partial view of the lake even though we didn't have 'lake view' site," shares Tonya B. about Stone Mountain Park.
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. "There's all kind of activities for the kids. They have free transportation within the park/campground area. Helpful staff too," notes Harvey B. from Stone Mountain Park Campground.
Educational programs: Many state parks run ranger-led activities. "Friendly staff, with the Jr ranger program still going with the help of adult campers during covid. Still so much fun and so clean and beautiful!!" reports Cheryl C. about Red Top Mountain State Park.
Site access: Some campgrounds have challenging roads for larger vehicles. "Heavily wooded sites that are not well maintained. Very narrow roads in the campground with lots of pot holes. Not the easiest state park to pull a travel trailer in. Sites were very narrow," warns Brock D. about Red Top Mountain.
Dump station locations: Note the availability of sanitary facilities. "Only reason for the 4 stars is our site was not level, took some work to level our rig. Also our site needed a little TLC. I did notice them updating sites. Definitely worth a stay," notes 5Dudes about Shady Grove Campground.
Leveling challenges: Many sites require equipment for proper RV setup. "We got the rig into the levelist position possible to get our rig's steps down to an assessable position and fairly level, but we did need to add levelers to our steps and the passenger-side tires," explains MickandKarla W. about Clark Creek North Campground.
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