Best Campgrounds near Carrollton, GA

Camping around Carrollton, Georgia ranges from basic to more developed sites within driving distance of town. The Beautiful Rock Campground has good shade trees and clean sites that many campers return to year after year. Hikers can set up at Cheaha State Park, where trails run through the woods and connect to camping areas. Red Top Mountain State Park Campground works well for fishing trips, with spots near the water where you can catch bass and catfish. Shaefer Heard Campground has bigger sites that don't feel cramped, plus you can walk to activities nearby. Some campers find Sweetwater Campground too loud because of traffic noise from the road. If you want more quiet, Chattahoochee Bend State Park Campground sits farther back with trails winding through the woods. Bathroom setups differ between parks - some have regular toilets and hot showers while others just have pit toilets. Remember to keep food locked up since raccoons and other animals come around at night. Carrollton itself has grocery stores and restaurants when you need supplies. You can camp here most of the year, with spring and fall having the best weather. Summer gets pretty hot, so bring extra water and shade gear. Winter camping works too, but bring warm sleeping bags since nights get cold. Some sites have more trees between them for privacy than others. Most campgrounds have enough trees to give you shade during hot days. You'll find a campground that works whether you're staying for a weekend or longer.

Best Camping Sites Near Carrollton, Georgia (141)

    1. Chattahoochee Bend State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Whitesburg, GA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 254-7271

    $11 - $215 / night

    "The other campgrounds are away from the river back in the woods. The tent sites are a bit too close together for my liking."

    "The trails are well marked and easy to follow. The river is beautiful and the overlook towers were a nice touch. Being able to lay in the hammock right next to the water was perfect."

    2. Little Tallapoosa Park

    15 Reviews
    Carrollton, GA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 214-3580

    $40 - $50 / night

    "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."

    "Has nice paved walking/bike trails and well kept natural trails. One trail follows the Tallapoosa River with areas that have benches. Pond and lake are a bust for fishing."

    3. John Tanner Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Carrollton, GA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 830-2222

    $27 - $40 / night

    "They have two small lakes with a swim/picnic area on larger lake. Fishing and non-motor boating on both. There are paved and non-paved walking paths."

    "Pioneer is up the hill from the main Rv campground and there is a little trail you can drive up - a car can make it but recommend a truck. Pioneer is spacious and all to yourself."

    4. McIntosh Reserve Park

    11 Reviews
    Whitesburg, GA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 830-5879

    "We live close by so for a night trip this is a perfect little getaway."

    "I cleaned up a bit of trash around my site when I arrived. The camp host drove around selling firewood."

    5. Yogi Bears Jellystone Park

    6 Reviews
    Carrollton, GA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (404) 855-2778

    $45 - $80 / night

    "The Not So Great: the site location, while close to the interstate was via some smaller mostly residential streets."

    "The train near by is VERY loud though, it comes by morning noon and night."

    6. Llamas on the Loose Farm

    2 Reviews
    Villa Rica, GA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (470) 338-6105

    $25 - $35 / night

    "We camped right next to the lower field with a llamas, a pot belly pig and goats. It was so great to be able to look out the windows and see all of them."

    7. Banning Mills Treehouses

    1 Review
    Whitesburg, GA
    11 miles
    Website

    $99 - $204 / night

    "If you don't have a key your not driving in. All the campsites are set back in the woods at different elevations and really cool. It took us about 6 months to get in here. Long waiting list."

    8. Upper Improved Campground — Cheaha State Park

    90 Reviews
    Oxford, AL
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 488-5115

    "and the feel of the park - it feels like step back in time to when a summer campout was a step away from civilization."

    "Stayed in upper improved site 12 which was close to the facilities and has direct access to the trails. Unfortunately, it was super foggy and wet the entire time we were there."

    9. Bush Head Shoals Park

    5 Reviews
    Franklin, GA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (678) 416-6350

    $20 / night

    "There is a nice hiking trail right across from site 1. There were plenty of trees around the sites to hang hammocks. They have 2 vault toilets, which are lit at night which is nice."

    10. Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground

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

    $28 - $100 / night

    "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. "

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

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Recent Reviews near Carrollton, GA

715 Reviews of 141 Carrollton Campgrounds


  • Sarah H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Clark Creek South Campground

    Rules not enforced

    The sites are very small and very close together. The lake does have beautiful views. I give 1 star because no rules are enforced. There was no quiet time for us. People were partying, loud music, yelling, being loud up to 3/4am. Both Friday and Saturday nights. It was so bad Friday night that we went to the local Dollar Tree for EAR PLUGS so we could sleep Saturday night. The gate is locked at 10pm however the gate will let you out. A camper below us went to the gate about 11pm and let 2 other cars in. 1 vehicle went out, 3 come in. No rules are enforced. We do not recommend it. The host site is an eye sore. It needs to be cleaned up. It's such a mess! The lake is so beautiful, though.

  • Brittany B.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Clark Creek South Campground

    Great view of the Lake

    The campsite was right next to the swimming beach so little to no privacy and very loud. Although I slept very well in my tent because Quiet hours were observed. It was nice waking up to view of Lake Allatoona. Lady at the gate was rude when checking in so make sure to “READ the sign!” Other than that bathrooms were clean and they have laundry and hot water showers. Will most likely be back!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Winding Waters RV Resort

    Labor Day Weekend Glamping

    We booked Friday through Sunday of Labor Day weekend. We arrived after hours on Friday, and our check-in packet was prepared and ready for us when we arrived. No problems checking in and getting hooked up.

    The RV park is enormous, new and extremely well-kept. Our spot was next to the Etowah River and was one of the few that is on gravel and not concrete. The few gravel lots are among the quietest of this very busy place.

    There are plenty of things to do for a family...lazy river pool, pickle ball, etc. There are kids, electric scooters, electric everything flying around the park morning to evening. It's not necessarily a problem so long as you know what to expect. This is a less quiet place than many others that we have stayed at.

    Lots of investment in 5G WiFi towers, but WiFi is not terribly good. I opted to pull out my StarLink for a better, high bandwidth connection.

    My wife and I travel with e-bikes, so we were glad that it was easy to get to southern Cartersville in about 3 miles and to the Cooper's Furnace Day Area also in about 3 miles.

    Overall, and great place as long as you know you're signing up for a pretty active RV resort geared toward lots of family activity. Not particularly quiet. I'll come back... really enjoyed the cleanliness, order and adherence to strict rules.

  • Stephanie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Misfit Mountain

    Cute off grid cabin

    We had a great experience here! It is such a cute cabin with everything you need including a luxurious outdoor shower and composting toilet. The trails on the property looked nice and well maintained but we unfortunately didn’t get a chance to try them. I would just recommend texting the host before showing up as it can be tricky to find and she has some additional info that’s useful.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 9, 2025

    Tallapoosa River RV and Outdoor Center

    Well maintianes and all the needs

    This was a quick overnight stop for us. It was very clean and well maintained with a variety of options - small cabins , RV hookups and tent sites all along a river.

    There is a convenient bathroom for the night time and a large boathouse by the office with four family style bathrooms with showers and all the needs.

    Lots of activities as it is along a quiet river nothing big- canoe and kayak and pickle ball as well.

  • Zoey T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Sky Mtwy Dispersed

    Beautiful remote place to set up for the night

    It took us a bit to get here. Google maps tries to send you a way that doesn’t exist. Stay on Campbell rd until you are in the park on a gravel / dirt road and then keep driving. For being a gravel dirt road it’s pretty well maintained. The pull offs for van camping are limited and extremely dispersed off the multiple dirt roads. Some going very deep in the Forrest. We found a great pull through one on the left across from the fire watch tower. Limited to no trash. Beautiful piney woods. Plenty of wood. Completely quiet. Maybe 3 cars pulled past all day. Some cell service. Plenty of trails to hike.


Guide to Carrollton

Campgrounds near Carrollton, Georgia offer a range of experiences from riverside platforms to farm settings with unique wildlife encounters. The region sits at the western edge of Georgia where the terrain transitions from rolling Piedmont hills to the flatter Coastal Plain. Campers find options within county parks, state recreation areas, and private facilities, with most sites accessible year-round despite occasional winter temperature drops below freezing.

What to do

Hiking trails: At Chattahoochee Bend State Park Campground, trails wind through the wooded landscape with minimal elevation changes. "Lots of great hiking. After 2 days, you will feel like a local getting around. There are so many small trails that are shortcuts around this park," notes Joey P., who also mentions the river views enhanced by fall colors.

Kayaking access: Bush Head Shoals Park offers quick river access with clean camping areas. "We floated and hiked and had an amazing time. There are a lot of things to do if you are adventurous enough and love the outdoors like we do," reports Christy R., who normally avoids public campgrounds but found this one exceptionally clean and spacious.

Wildlife viewing: While camping in the area, keep watch for local wildlife. "Almost every time I camp here I see a bald eagle flying over the river," says Justin K. about his experiences at Bush Head Shoals Park. The wooded settings throughout most campgrounds provide habitat for birds and other wildlife.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Campers appreciate when sites provide adequate room. At Little Tallapoosa Park, "Sites are nice and paved with full hook ups. There was even a dish at our site for satellite," notes Swain K., who also mentions the park's paved trails for hiking, equestrian options, and golf cart access.

Clean facilities: Bathhouse cleanliness ranks high on campers' priorities. "The bathrooms were cleaner than my bathroom at home," shares Joey P. about Chattahoochee Bend. Similarly, at Little Tallapoosa Park, one reviewer mentioned, "The bathrooms were pretty clean and there is even a laundry facility."

Riverside camping: The platform camping at McIntosh Reserve Park offers a unique experience. "We had our wedding and honeymoon here—it was quite and peaceful," shares Tausha M. The park sits alongside the Chattahoochee River, providing opportunities for fishing and exploring the riverbank.

What you should know

Tent pad surfaces: Be prepared for various tent pad surfaces depending on your location. At John Tanner Park Campground, one camper noted, "With this being newly built the asphalt seemed to give a little and even just sitting in our chairs made indentation." At Little Tallapoosa Park, another camper mentioned needing "to move a lot of golfball-size rocks out of the way to set up our tent."

Bathroom availability: Facilities vary widely between campgrounds. "They currently do not have running water or a shower house but they indicated they are trying to construct one soon," notes Julia M. about Bush Head Shoals Park. This contrasts with sites like Little Tallapoosa Park where separate camping areas include "a comfort station with bathrooms, showers, laundry and a little free library."

Noise factors: Sound considerations vary by location. At Yogi Bears Jellystone Park, Randy B. warns that "the loud train that runs through town goes all day and all night." Meanwhile, at Bush Head Shoals Park, Justin K. appreciates that the area is "very well kept and far out from large roads so it is always quiet enough to hear the birds."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Yogi Bears Jellystone Park offers extensive children's activities. "My kids loved the open activities at Jellystone! They bounced on the jump pad, went down the new bounce slide, enjoyed the playground, and the pools," shares Kasey M., though she noted the pools were cold despite hot weather.

Farm experiences: For a unique camping experience, consider Llamas on the Loose Farm where kids can interact with animals. "We absolutely loved all the animals on the farm. We camped right next to the lower field with llamas, a pot belly pig and goats," describes Marina T., whose family enjoyed watching animals from their camper windows.

Swimming options: John Tanner Park Campground provides a beach area for families. "We visited the 'beach' one day and the water was super warm," notes a camper who also mentioned the "cute little waterfall down a walking trail behind lot 27."

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Different camping loops offer varying experiences. At Chattahoochee Bend State Park Campground, Erin C. recommends "spot #103 in Campground 1, lots of privacy for our 21ft Lance TT. Backing in was not difficult even though we had to raise the right tire 3" to be level."

Full hookup availability: Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground offers RV sites with complete services. "You could definitely hear traffic going by the camp site as a thoroughfare runs through the park. The bathroom facilities and shower were among the cleanest I've seen on the road," notes Tyler B., who prefers sleeping in his vehicle but would pitch a tent there again.

Site leveling: Be prepared for unlevel sites at some campgrounds. At Little Tallapoosa Park, Laura M. noted it had a "very clean park with paved loop and sites," though she mentioned the campground host "wasn't very friendly and seemed annoyed we did not have a reservation even though there were plenty of sites open."

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best campgrounds in Carrollton, GA?

The Carrollton area offers several excellent camping options. Little Tallapoosa Park provides a local camping experience with water access and amenities like toilets and reservable sites. For a more expansive outdoor experience, John Tanner Park Campground offers multiple access options including drive-in and boat-in camping with facilities suitable for various camping styles. Both parks are convenient to Carrollton while providing natural settings for outdoor recreation. McIntosh Reserve Park and Chattahoochee Bend State Park are also within driving distance for those willing to venture slightly further for riverside camping experiences.

What tent camping options are available near Carrollton, GA?

Tent campers near Carrollton have several appealing options. McIntosh Reserve Park offers tent camping with riverside sites and basic amenities including water and toilets. Just a bit further out, Chattahoochee Bend State Park Campground provides tent sites with five miles of river frontage on the Chattahoochee, though shade can be limited. For those willing to drive a bit more, Coleman Lake Recreation Area in Talladega National Forest offers a remote tent camping experience with water and electric hookups in a serene forest setting. Most tent sites in the area are available year-round, though spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable temperatures.

Is there a provincial park for camping in Carrollton, GA?

Georgia doesn't have provincial parks as these are found in Canada. Instead, Georgia offers state parks for camping near Carrollton. Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground is the closest state park facility, located near Lithia Springs with drive-in and walk-in camping options. For water enthusiasts, COE West Point Lake R Shaefer Heard Campground provides lakeside camping with many sites overlooking the water. While not directly in Carrollton, these state-managed parks are within reasonable driving distance and offer the regulated, well-maintained camping experience similar to what you might expect from provincial parks.

Are there any RV parks available in Carrollton, GA?

Yes, RV enthusiasts have several options near Carrollton. Atlanta West Campground functions more as an RV park than a traditional campground, with many long-term residents and convenient access to town amenities. For those seeking a more scenic setting, Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve offers tree-surrounded sites with full hookups, though be prepared for some bumpy access roads. Both locations accommodate larger rigs. Additionally, Yogi Bears Jellystone Park near Bremen provides family-friendly RV camping with amenities and activities designed for families with children.