RV parks near Lilburn, Georgia offer camping options within 20-30 miles of the city. Located in Gwinnett County at approximately 1,000 feet elevation, Lilburn experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters, making year-round camping possible at most facilities. Cell service varies throughout the area, with stronger signals closer to Atlanta and weaker coverage in outlying campgrounds.
What to do
Hiking trails nearby: Sweetwater Creek State Park is accessible from several area campgrounds and offers scenic trails. "There's a really cool trail that goes behind the lake that's a mile long," notes one camper at Twin Lakes RV Park.
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds permit fishing in their on-site lakes. At Twin Lakes RV Park, "You're allowed to fish in the lake, but no swimming or kayaking," according to a visitor who appreciated the outdoor recreation options.
Visit Stone Mountain: The iconic granite dome offers hiking and attractions. "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," explains a camper at Stone Mountain Park Campground.
Baseball games: Several RV parks provide convenient access to sports venues. "It's close to the battery where the braves play baseball," mentions a visitor at Atlanta-Marietta RV Resort Park, highlighting the location advantage for sports enthusiasts.
What campers like
Quiet lakeside settings: Twin Lakes RV Park features scenic water views. "They have several swings overlooking the lake for a very relaxing view," shares a visitor who appreciated the peaceful setting.
Clean facilities: Stone Mountain Park Campground maintains well-kept amenities. "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," reports one satisfied camper.
Convenience to Atlanta attractions: Location matters for many visitors. "While it lacks amenities of my favorite RV parks it has everything I need for when I visit. 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 a camper at Atlanta-Marietta RV Resort Park.
Helpful staff: Service quality varies across campgrounds. At Pine Lake RV Campground, "The office staff is very nice & incredibly accommodating. Super friendly people! The bathhouse & laundry facilities are super clean!"
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds fill quickly, especially on weekends. "We stopped here as an overnight on our way to our final destination. They were very hospitable and put us into an easy pull through site that we could easily just come in and go out the next morning," reports a visitor at Pine Lake RV Campground.
Campground layouts: Site spacing differs dramatically between parks. "There's a nice laundromat, a bathhouse, and a space at the back of the campground for people who live full time in their campers. There's also smaller trailer homes on another side of the park too," explains a camper at Jones RV Park.
Long-term residents: Many RV parks near Lilburn host permanent residents. "This campground is ok to stay at on the road just for an evening of rest to catch up on grocery or amenities for the trip ahead and maybe a quick dip in the pool, showers were clean. Campers are very close and a lot of long term live ins," notes a visitor to Atlanta South RV Resort.
Operating hours: Check office hours before arrival. "Who closes a RV camp on the weekends? Phone number reaches answering service," reports a frustrated visitor at Jones RV Park, underscoring the importance of checking operational details.
Tips for camping with families
Activities for kids: Some campgrounds offer limited recreation options. At Pine Lake RV Campground, "If you're traveling with kids though-there's not much to do other than bike through campground or fish in the pond. But locally there are parks & playgrounds."
Proximity to conveniences: Jones RV Park offers nearby food options. "There's a McDonald's, 2 gas stations, Starbucks, KFC, smoothie king, and a Burger King just down the street so quick to eat food options are there," mentions a camper who appreciated the convenience.
Transportation options: Stone Mountain Park provides shuttle service. "They have free transportation within the park/campground area. Helpful staff too," notes a visitor who found this amenity useful for families.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Be prepared for uneven terrain at some parks. At Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve, one camper noted "I gave this four stars instead of five because the pavement is so deteriorated that it is almost moon craters," highlighting infrastructure issues.
Hookup configurations: Service placement varies by campground. "Big lots for us big rigs and the trailers too. Septic connections. Place to fill LP. 2 week stays and wait list for long terms," reports a visitor at Jones RV Park.
Accessibility considerations: Road conditions affect larger vehicles. "Wowzzzzaaaa Georgia is amazing!!! This camp ground is great, the roads for sure can be improved... a lot of bumps and a rough rode, so be careful when driving," warns a visitor to Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve.
