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The Best Car Camping in Georgia

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Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

The Best Car Camping Near Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, Georgia

Welcome to Under the Hemlock. If you are looking for quiet, laid back camping then this is the place! We are a small, heavily wooded, ma and pa campgrounds located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. We are also located one mile from Amicalola Falls State Park which has the tallest waterfall east of the Mississippi River. For more information, pricing, and reservations please contact us at 706.265.4603.     

At Under the Hemlock you may choose to tent camp, RV camp or stay in one of our campimg cabins. now with bathrooms. remember to bring  camping items, pillows. blankets, cook gear.
Please note that Under the Hemlock is a pet friendly campgrounds, and we greatly appreciate you understanding that we do not permit any of our furry friends inside the cabins at any time. 

Watch here to see all about us:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIqB_ztfwMk&feature=emb_logo


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    King Bed with fitted sheet                                                          
    Mini Refrigerator 
    Microwave 
    Coffee maker
    Air Conditioning/ Heat
    Dining Table (inside)
    Picnic Table (outside) 
    Firepit 
    Porch 

  Tent and RV Camping:               

    Water and Electric 
    Firepit



Under The Hemlock Campground and Cabins

## Overview

Bolding Mill Campground is an excellent choice for camping on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering plenty of comfortable amenities in addition to a well-kept facility.   
  
Visitors will enjoy fishing and boating on the lake as well as the lush picnic area and large swimming beach, perfect for families.  
  


## Recreation

The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to many water activities. Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and playground area near the front of the park. 

## Facilities

The campground offers 88 sites with electric and water hookups (no sewer). There's also nine tent-only primitive sites. Campground conveniences include a laundry facility, fishing pier, and restroom/showerhouses. Facilities outside of the campground but within Bolding Mill park include the playground, swim beach and boat ramp. There's also two dump stations, inside and outside the campground which rotate use per year.

## Natural Features

Lake Lanier spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 land acres across five counties in northern Georgia. The reservoir is known for its aqua-blue coloring and spectacular scenery in the forested foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bolding Mill campground is on the northwest side of the lake, which has plenty of grass and shade for comfortable camping. 

## Nearby Attractions

Head to the Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities. Another idea is the Sawnee Mountain Preserve, with breathtaking scenic overlooks, hiking opportunities and rock climbing. Nearby Gainesville, Dawsonville and Dalonega provide many different experiences and opportunities.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system.

Bolding Mill

Barefoot Hills is a an eco cabin and tiny home. Inside, you'll find a full size bed, a bathroom with a shower and a common room with a couch. You can also enjoy making breakfast in the kitchenette which includes a fridge and a microwave. There's lots of natural light in the cottage. The cottage allows up to 4 guests per reservation. 

On the property, there is a .5 mile trail that is great for a short morning walk, or can enjoy sitting around the fire pit to star gaze at night. The cottage is also near the Appalachian trail, making it easy to access a plethora of outdoor activities. 

Barefoot Hills Motel

Hickory Flatts Cemetery

Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

## Overview

Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all centered around beautiful Lake Winfield Scott.   
  
The area is situated high in a mountain valley within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, approximately 80 miles from Atlanta, Georgia. The facility offers a rental cabin with electricity and water, as well as sites for tent and RV camping.

## Recreation

The Lake Winfield Scott Beach includes a designated swimming area, picnic tables, a bathhouse, pavilions (by reservation only), a playground and trash bins.   
  
Day-use hiking trails are found within the recreation area, ideal for a short stroll. A 0.4-mile trail parallels the lakeshore. In addition, the 1-mile Jarrard Gap Trail and 2.7-mile Slaughter Creek Trail both begin within the recreation area and connect to the Appalachian Trail.   
  
Lake Winfield Scott is open to hand-powered and electric motor boats only. Fishing for catfish, trout, perch, brim and bass is a popular activity. See the [Georgia Department of Natural Resources](http://www.gofishgeorgia.com/) for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for the lake. A boat ramp and accessible fishing dock provide year-round lake access.

## Facilities

Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area's cabin is a short walk to the lake, and can accommodate up to 12 people. A sleeping area upstairs is furnished with six twin beds and three double beds, all with mattresses. Visitors must provide their own bed and bath linens.  
  
The main floor houses a living room with wood stove (no wood provided), dining room and kitchen, which is equipped with a refrigerator, electric stove, microwave, assorted pots and pans, utensils, plates, glasses, cups and flatware. The bathroom has a flush toilet, shower and an electric heater.   
  
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area's campground consists of 31 campsites configured in two loops for tent or RV camping. Showers, flush and vault toilets, grills, picnic tables and lantern posts are provided. The campground has no dump station. Nearby Vogel State Park has a dump station with a nominal fee.   
There are water and electric hookups on Site #12, 13, 14 and 15. The North Loop is open November - March (sites 21 - 37). Fees are temporarily reduced because water is not available.

## Natural Features

The recreation area includes 18-acre Lake Winfield Scott, which forms the headwaters of Cooper Creek. The lake was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.   
  
A variety of wildlife makes its home in the surrounding forest, including deer, bear, wild turkey, grouse and songbirds. 

## Nearby Attractions

Suches, Georgia is five miles southwest of the recreation area and offers a general store and fuel station.   
  
Blairsville, Georgia is 16 miles north on U.S. Highway 19/129 and offers the nearest full-service grocery stores and shopping villages.

Lake Winfield Scott Campground

Three Forks Campground

Duckett Mill Campground is located on Lake Sidney Lanier. With over 692 miles of shoreline, the lake is well known for its aqua-blue water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. The lake has over 11 million visitors annually. Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950s, Lake Lanier is a multi-purpose lake that provides for flood protection, power production, water supply, navigation, recreation and fish and wildlife management. Recreation Duckett Mill Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach and a boat ramp (located just outside the campground) avaliable for campers. Facilities The campground boasts 97 sites with water and electric hookup plus 14 tent-only sites. Restrooms/showerhouses, laundry facilities and a playground are among the amenities here. Natural Features Lake Lanier's expansive 38,000 surface water acres touches five counties in northern Georgia. The lake, surrounded by rolling farmland, is just 1 hour from Atlanta. Nearby Attractions Head to Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities, or climb Sawnee Mountain at the Sawnee Mountain Preserve for breathtaking views of the area. The nearby cities of Dawsonville, Dalonega and Gainesville provide a wide variety of leisure activities. Charges & Cancellations Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be honored. ADA Access: N

Duckett Mill

## Overview

Toto Creek Campground lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to picnicking and boating. The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and access to recreational activities. Each year, over 11 million people come to visit the lake.

## Recreation

Toto Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimmming and boating. The park also features a small walking path with its own picnic tables and grills. A boat ramp provides greater access to water activities.

## Facilities

Each campsite offers an impact pad with a picnic table, fire pit, and lantern hangar. A communal water hydrant is located near site #1. Restroom is located near park entrance.

## Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres of water, 692 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity. 

## Nearby Attractions

The cities of Dawsonville and Dalonega provide lots of attractions for visitors, including shopping, restaurants, museums and much more. Amicalola Falls Sate Park is just a half hour drive Northwest of the campground.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system.

Toto Creek Campground

Two Wheels of Suches Motorcycle Campground, Restaurant and Lodge offers riders, traveling in the North Georgia Mountains, a place to stop and grab a bite, camp, stay in the lodge or cabins, meet up with old friends and make new ones.

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Two Wheels of Suchess

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