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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Carters Lake

1,632 Reviews

Doll Mountain Campground's established pet-friendly sites accommodate both tent and RV campers within the serene setting of Carters Lake. The Army Corps of Engineers managed campground features multiple loops with spacious campsites that welcome pets on leashes. Fort Mountain State Park Campground also permits dogs throughout its camping areas, offering tent sites, RV hookups, and pet-friendly cabins for those preferring indoor accommodations. Most campgrounds in the area maintain standard pet policies requiring leashes no longer than 6 feet, proper waste disposal, and pets never left unattended. Woodring Campground provides electric hookups and water access at each pet-friendly site with convenient lake access points suitable for dogs that enjoy swimming. Sites with water access are particularly popular among pet owners, though some require navigating steep trails to reach the shoreline. Bathhouses throughout these campgrounds remain consistently clean with hot water and good pressure, making it easier to manage pet care during extended stays. Camping photos and user guides for Carters Lake, Georgia are available on The Dyrt.

Carter's Lake pet-friendly campgrounds feature varying terrain that affects dog accessibility to the water. Many campsites at Doll Mountain sit on elevated positions with scenic overlooks rather than direct shoreline access, requiring short hikes down 45-degree wooded paths to reach swimming areas. Dogs particularly enjoy the numerous coves with sandy and rocky beaches that provide safe water entry points. The peninsula layout of several campgrounds offers excellent walking opportunities for exercising pets, with multiple paths leading to the water's edge. Site 45 at Doll Mountain provides electricity, water, privacy, and a dedicated path down to the water, making it particularly suitable for tent campers with dogs. The campground maintains quiet hours that begin around 9 PM, creating a peaceful environment for sensitive pets. The surrounding area offers additional pet-friendly hiking options within a 45-minute drive, though many campers find sufficient recreational opportunities with their dogs directly within the campground properties and along the lake's shoreline.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Carters Lake (228)

    1. Fort Mountain State Park Campground

    59 Reviews
    Chatsworth, GA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 422-1932

    $14 - $55 / night

    "Its usually a good bit cooler due to the elevation, and the private wooded campsites make tent camping in Georgia’s summer heat much more enjoyable. Good hiking and things to do nearby."

    "The campground is well situated in a mountain valley.  the sites are flat and easy to access.  The roads are a bit narrow but big enough if you take your time.  "

    2. Doll Mountain Campground

    22 Reviews
    Talking Rock, GA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 276-4413

    $26 - $100 / night

    "The sites are tucked into the trees, lots of great spots for your hammock! We stayed at a walk-in site, but were still close to a pit toilet and our car."

    "My site #38 had no sites on either side and a nice tent platform overlooking Carters lake. The bathrooms were clean but old and right across from my site. No access to the lake is the only drawback."

    3. Woodring Campground

    14 Reviews
    Talking Rock, GA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 276-6050

    $18 - $28 / night

    "Easy access sites but some are close together with lots of trees on beautiful Carters Lake in the north Georgia mountains."

    "Carters Lake is a great deep lake, clean and private. Bring your kayaks cause y’all wanna explore the lake plenty of little swimming holes."

    4. Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

    60 Reviews
    Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, GA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 265-4703

    "It's proximity to Atlanta can cause the area around the falls to fill up quick so the earlier or colder the better."

    "If you're taking off on the AT, then you need to get walking. However, if you want a small taste of the AT and would like to camp out near the starting point, then this is a great place to be."

    5. Doll Mountain

    11 Reviews
    Carters Lake, GA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 276-4413

    "The Doll Mountain campground sits along side Carters Lake in North Georgia. It is an Army Corp of engineer's lake and has no homes along it's banks. It's a great place to get out into nature."

    "Bring your animals, our dog had a great time. Pay attention to park hours and don't arrive after closing."

    6. 411 River Rest Campground

    10 Reviews
    Carters Lake, GA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 972-2681

    $30 - $60 / night

    "Campground is next to SR 411. Excellent facilities and staff. We stayed for 3 days and had an enjoyable time. Fished in the pond played corn hole. Ran our dogs every day at the dog park."

    "staying here they also have some tent sites, wifi is a bit spotty which is to be expected since everyone is trying to use it so either use your hotspot or a mobile internet provider and you will be fine, dog"

    7. Salacoa Creek Park

    10 Reviews
    Calhoun, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 629-3490

    "The campground entrance is 10 miles on the right off the Redbud Rd exit. Only con is not a lot of shade in the campsites."

    "The campground is situated on a hill with the campsites tiered one above(or below) the next. Not much in shade or privacy but well kept and clean."

    8. Talona Ridge RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Ellijay, GA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 636-2267

    $95 - $130 / night

    "We were the first official check in for the Brinkley rally arriving around noon."

    "The top level also has the swimming pool and hot tub area next to the clubhouse, with the plan for this to be the adult pool area once they complete the second pool on the middle level."

    9. Diamond Lure Campground

    7 Reviews
    Ellijay, GA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 273-3075

    $30 - $50 / night

    "There are walking trails, a lake, a beach, and they even have things for dogs! (Dog bath, dog beach, dog park, ect). I'd recommend this place 1,000 times over!!!"

    "Nice quiet place & pet friendly too!"

    10. Lake Conasauga

    8 Reviews
    Crandall, GA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 695-6736

    $8 - $15 / night

    "Stayed in the upper loop away from the lake but could still see the water from where we stayed. We walked the trail up to the lookout tower it was challenging and pretty."

    "It almost feels like you're not in Georgia because a lot of reviews look very different compared to the typical Blue ridge mountain camping trip."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Carters Lake

1632 Reviews of 228 Carters Lake Campgrounds

  • D
    Sep. 11, 2021

    Chattanooga North-Cleveland KOA

    Clean, Quiet, Friendly

    Friendly Staff, Clean Bathrooms, Convenient Location. No honeywagon for water and electric only sites, but dump station in campground. Some very nice private sites and none of the sites except maybe a few look very small or tight- pretty spread out. Lots of tent sites. You definitely hear the highway here, but not a big concern for us. Pet friendly with a very nice dog park. Pool for the kids. Playground is little more than a residential style wood swingset, but it kept the kids entertained.

  • Mike K.
    Feb. 29, 2020

    Woodring Campground

    Great family camping

    A great COE campground. Staff is very polite and friendly. Easy access sites but some are close together with lots of trees on beautiful Carters Lake in the north Georgia mountains.

  • D
    May. 31, 2019

    Doll Mountain Campground

    Beautiful, wooded, clean

    Had a great time at Doll Mtn Campground. The sites are tucked into the trees, lots of great spots for your hammock! We stayed at a walk-in site, but were still close to a pit toilet and our car. A really nice fully functional bathhouse was just down the road. A short walk from our site we could take a trail down to Carters lake. We ended up driving about 45 to hike in a nearby park, although I think next time I go there I’d like to just stay around the lake and take in the area.

  • M
    Aug. 12, 2021

    Doll Mountain

    It's hard to beat Carter's Lake

    The Doll Mountain campground sits along side Carters Lake in North Georgia. It is an Army Corp of engineer's lake and has no homes along it's banks. It's a great place to get out into nature. Go fishing, kayaking, or both and enjoy the beautiful clean water and mountain views.

  • DeeJaysEscapades !.
    Jun. 15, 2023

    Doll Mountain

    DeeJaysEscapades Camping Review

    Wow.... we loved this place. Everything from hot showers and clean bathrooms to water and electric at your site (if you want it.) Bring your animals, our dog had a great time. Pay attention to park hours and don't arrive after closing. Note, most sites will not offer beach style walk in access to the lake due to the park being higher in elevation with more cliff like edges down towards the lake surrounding it. If you don't mind a 45 degree downward, then back up, wooded leaf covered short hike to the lake you can find plenty of beautiful sandy/rocky coves to swim and play in 😉! Staff was friendly and very helpful. It is VERY quiet after 900pm ish and also in the early mornings. Easy short drive to a few local towns, Ellijay, Jasper, Chatsworth etc. and all things Carters Lake (Marina, beaches, nature center, etc..) We loved our stay and will come back. BTW...space 45 was awesome if you are tent camping. Electric, water, space, privacy, path down to water, and great views of the water!

  • Michael H.
    Oct. 15, 2020

    Fort Mountain State Park Campground

    Great Campground

    We love camping at Fort Mountain. Its usually a good bit cooler due to the elevation, and the private wooded campsites make tent camping in Georgia’s summer heat much more enjoyable. Good hiking and things to do nearby.

  • K
    Jul. 16, 2023

    Doll Mountain Campground

    Nice campground on Carters Lake

    I really enjoyed myself at Doll Mtn. My site #38 had no sites on either side and a nice tent platform overlooking Carters lake. The bathrooms were clean but old and right across from my site. No access to the lake is the only drawback.

  • R
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Woodring Campground

    Private quiet clean

    Carters Lake is a great deep lake, clean and private. Bring your kayaks cause y’all wanna explore the lake plenty of little swimming holes.

  • Jason I.
    May. 6, 2015

    Doll Mountain

    perfect for kayaking

    Camped at Doll Mountain on Carters Lake again this past weekend. Perfect weather and a great trip. The lake is not developed and very quiet so perfect for kayaking.

Guide to Carters Lake

Discover the perfect spots for pets-allowed camping near Carters Lake in Georgia, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Carters Lake

  • At Doll Mountain Campground, you can explore the beautiful mountain landscape and enjoy quiet walks along the lake, making it a great spot for both you and your dog.
  • Woodring Campground offers access to Carters Lake, where you can take your pet for a swim or enjoy a day of kayaking together.
  • Salacoa Creek Park features a nature trail perfect for leisurely strolls with your dog, along with picnic areas to relax after your adventures.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include scenic views and amenities

Dog owners appreciate the welcoming atmosphere

  • Campers at Hickory Gap enjoy a peaceful environment with fire rings and picnic tables, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway with pets.
  • Talona Ridge RV Resort is known for its friendly staff and spacious sites, ensuring a pleasant experience for both you and your furry companions.
  • Visitors to 411 River Rest Campground rave about the well-maintained facilities and beautiful surroundings, making it a great choice for pet owners looking for a serene escape.

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Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Carters Lake?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Carters Lake is Fort Mountain State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 59 reviews.

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