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Best Campgrounds near Chatsworth, GA

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The mountainous terrain surrounding Chatsworth, Georgia features diverse camping options within the Chattahoochee National Forest and nearby state parks. Fort Mountain State Park, located just outside Chatsworth, offers 70 drive-in campsites, platform sites, walk-in sites, and backcountry camping options alongside a small lake with boat rentals and beach access. Lake Conasauga, situated in the higher elevations north of Chatsworth, provides a more rustic camping experience with fewer amenities but peaceful surroundings. Several Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds, including Doll Mountain on Carter's Lake, provide additional options within a 30-minute drive of town.

Road conditions vary significantly throughout the region, with many campgrounds requiring navigation along winding mountain roads. As one camper noted, "The drive up from Chatsworth was a blast if you love roads that turn and swerve and give you awesome views." Cell service is limited or nonexistent at most campgrounds, particularly at Fort Mountain where visitors report needing to "drive up the road about a mile to a cell tower." The higher elevation at Fort Mountain creates noticeably cooler temperatures, with one visitor commenting that "the private wooded campsites make tent camping in Georgia's summer heat much more enjoyable." Most established campgrounds require reservations, especially during fall color season when the area becomes particularly popular.

Lakefront camping receives consistently high ratings from visitors to the area. At Fort Mountain, sites 46-50 offer direct lake access, though campers report these fill quickly during peak seasons. Doll Mountain Campground features sites "tucked into the trees with lots of great spots for hammocks" according to reviewers, with many sites having decks overlooking Carter's Lake. Wildlife sightings are common, with black bears occasionally visiting campgrounds. Fall brings spectacular foliage displays, making it a prime season for camping. For those seeking solitude, Ball Field Dispersed Camping Area and Hickory Gap offer free primitive camping with minimal facilities but greater privacy. Most campgrounds close for winter between late October and mid-April, though Fort Mountain remains open year-round.

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Hickey Gap (Cohutta WMA)

Hickey Gap (Cohutta WMA)

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Best Camping Sites Near Chatsworth, Georgia (431)

    1. Fort Mountain State Park Campground

    59 Reviews
    Chatsworth, GA
    6 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."

    "Another great Georgia State Park that offers quiet opportunities for hiking, fishing and paddle boating."

    2. Doll Mountain Campground

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

    $26 - $100 / night

    "Doll Mountain Campground near Ellijay, Georgia is located on a peninsula stretching into Carter's Lake, and managed by the Army Corps of Engineers. "

    "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."

    3. Woodring Campground

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

    $20 - $42 / night

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

    "Site 29 is on the peninsula, near the end. It is caddy corner from the beach swimming area and very close walking distance. You cannot see the site from the beach area or vice versa."

    4. Lake Conasauga

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

    $8 - $15 / night

    "I grew up here in the mountains outside of Chatsworth and I’ve walked around this lake like a 100 times, and I never get tired of it! Most definitely a great place to find solace!"

    "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."

    5. 411 River Rest Campground

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

    $30 - $60 / night

    "Great new campground playground, gravel roads, gravel site pads , near city of Calhoun, Ga and Chatsworth, Ga . More sites to come . Friendly staff, sites on creek."

    "It was hard to find a place that allowed 1 night that still had reservations but based on positive feedback on the Georgia RV FB group I found this place."

    6. Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    182 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 657-4050

    $10 - $270 / night

    "Campground Review:East Rim Campground Pro’s: 1-Handicap Accessible, there is a cabin which is also HDA. 2- If your visiting for a get together your right next to the day use area and there is a picnic"

    "Cloudland Canyon State Park is worth the drive. Located between I75 and I59 in Georgia, outside Trenton and below Chattanooga, Tn.

    The scenery on the way in is breathtaking and varied."

    7. Doll Mountain

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

    "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."

    "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."

    8. Ball Field Dispersed Camping Area

    5 Reviews
    Crandall, GA
    9 miles
    Website

    "This is a large field for dispersed camping along Conasauga Lake Road that is popular with both hikers (Emery Creek Trail and Tear Britches Trail both have trailheads here) and Overlanders (site is on"

    "(A fed bear is a dead bear-please don't leave any food out and scare them away if they come around.)

    No amenities. Lake Conasauga is nearby which has some amenities."

    9. Hickory Gap

    6 Reviews
    Crandall, GA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 695-6736

    "Hickey Gap is located in the Cohutta Wildlife Management Area in Georgia. The area is beautiful, undeveloped terrain, and the campground was surprisingly clean and well maintained."

    "Each site is very close to Mill creek which is a stocked trout stream. The sites fill up fast because there is only 5 of them. Each site has a table, tent pad, and firering with grate."

    10. Hickey Gap (Cohutta WMA)

    4 Reviews
    Crandall, GA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 695-6736

    "This was a beautiful little spot next to a creek. There are 5 sites in all. It was a Monday in August, and there were two spots available."

    "There is a beautiful waterfall about a mile down trail from camp and tons of great swimming areas!"

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Calhoun A-OK Campground

    Now called CedarBreak…

    Not KOA anymore - the campground has been renamed CedarBreak. New owners and they are very nice and helpful. Nicely Renovated office and store. Upgraded our site when they knew our plans. Minor sound from adjacent road, other than that very quiet, clean, nice layout with trees, good site spacing, I’ll be back.

  • Suzanne-Will C.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Woodring Branch Primitive Campground — Carters Lake

    Great Tent Camping

    I love that this was a tent only camping site (no RVs). The sites were a bit smaller than I would have liked but as it was just the 10 sites on the road, the kids could safely play in the road. The water was by the toilets at the entrance but easily walkable from the sites.

  • Doug S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Persimmon Creek RV Park

    Beautiful Little Camp Ground

    Persimmon Creek is a beautiful and peaceful place. The owner is very friendly and helpful. It is centrally located to some great attractions.

  • Peyton P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Prentice Cooper State Forest Dispersed

    A few pull offs

    You can stay at either Hunter’s check campground or Davis Pond. If you want to stay at davis pond you have to get there before dark, and there is not access for vehicles to get into the campground so it’s just tents (no overlanding, unless you’re comfortable in the parking lot). I pulled off just off one of the trails and set up. It was quiet and private. Not buggy

  • 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.

  • Tucker K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Prentice Cooper State Forest Dispersed

    Not as quiet as I thought

    There’s some good spots in the backcountry if you can find them, but be prepared to search quite a bit. The roads are pretty dense not many places to pull off. Night time is great but gunshots started at 6:30 at a nearby gun range and dirt bikes started hitting the roads not much later.

  • A
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Chilhowee

    Clean areas

    Bathrooms always clean. It’s pretty family friendly with adult supervision. Great views and scenery. Swimming lake.

Guide to Chatsworth

Camping near Chatsworth, Georgia, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The park is beautiful with a nice modern campground. The sites are very nice. The bathroom and showers are very new and well-maintained."
  • Waterfalls: Visit the stunning waterfalls nearby. A camper shared, "The views of the canyon below are breathtaking. There are wonderful trails leading down to the valley with views of waterfalls."
  • Fishing and Swimming: Head to DeSoto State Park Campground for fishing and swimming. A reviewer noted, "There are also so many great places to swim when it gets hot including DeSoto Falls and the stream that runs through the park."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. One visitor at Red Top Mountain State Park Campground said, "The best shower of my camping experience so far! Hot water and great water pressure—what a treat!"
  • Spacious Campsites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Vogel State Park Campground. A camper mentioned, "Our site was almost dead level side to side. We didn't bother blocking at all."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often rave about the helpful staff. A visitor at Harrison Bay State Park Campground said, "The staff was wonderful, and it was quiet."

What you should know

  • Crowded Campsites: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A reviewer at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground noted, "The sites are very close together here and you can expect it to usually be booked up."
  • Check-in Confusion: Be prepared for check-in procedures. One camper mentioned, "Checking in is confusing because they don’t send you any info on what to do or how to get to your site."
  • Limited Cell Service: If you need to stay connected, be aware that some areas have poor cell service. A visitor at Fort Mountain State Park Campground said, "We could get enough to check messages at other places within the park though."

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. A camper at Harrison Bay State Park Campground mentioned, "There is also a 'beach' you can hang out and swim at which is beautiful and is great for kids."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or check for nearby restaurants. One family enjoyed a meal at a Mexican restaurant near Harrison Bay State Park Campground after a day of activities.
  • Pack Games: Bring outdoor games for family fun. A camper at Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground noted, "It backs up to woods but also has an open area that you could play numerous games (cornhole, football, frisbee, etc.)."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campsite. A reviewer at Red Top Mountain State Park Campground said, "The roads are narrow, but in good repair."
  • Full Hookups: Look for campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. A camper at Vogel State Park Campground mentioned, "Campground looks completely new with gravel pads, FHU, and working WiFi."
  • Arrive Early: Get to your campsite early to avoid the rush. A visitor at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground shared, "We arrived late; they had an escort take us to our site."

Camping near Chatsworth, Georgia, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With beautiful parks and friendly communities, it’s a great spot to enjoy the outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there tent camping options available near Chatsworth?

Yes, there are excellent tent camping options near Chatsworth. Fort Mountain State Park Campground offers private wooded sites that make tent camping more enjoyable, especially during Georgia's hot summers. The park's higher elevation provides cooler temperatures, which is ideal for tent campers. Another option is Lake Conasauga, located in the mountains outside Chatsworth. This peaceful location provides a serene setting for tent campers looking to connect with nature. Both locations offer basic amenities for tent campers while providing access to hiking trails and outdoor recreation opportunities.

What amenities are available at 411 Campground in Chatsworth, Georgia?

411 River Rest Campground offers a variety of amenities for campers. The facility features gravel roads and site pads with full hookup availability on some sites, including water and electricity (30/50 amp). The campground has sites located along a creek, with shade available at some locations. Recreational features include a playground and a catch-and-release fish pond. The campground is relatively new and continues to expand with more sites planned. Its convenient location near the cities of Calhoun and Chatsworth provides easy access to urban amenities while still enjoying a camping experience.

Where can I find camping sites near Chatsworth, GA?

Chatsworth, GA offers several camping options within a short drive. Doll Mountain Campground is situated on a peninsula stretching into Carter's Lake, featuring amenities like hot showers, clean bathrooms, and sites with water and electricity. For RV travelers, Deer Valley RV Park GA provides a convenient location close to town and stores while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere. Other options in the broader area include Hickey Gap in Cohutta WMA for a more primitive experience, and Cloudland Canyon State Park for those willing to drive a bit further for spectacular views. Most campgrounds in this area require reservations, especially during peak seasons.

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