Glamping near Cherry Log, Georgia offers diverse accommodations within the Chattahoochee National Forest region. Located in the northern Georgia mountains at elevations between 1,700-3,000 feet, this area experiences distinct seasonal changes with fall temperatures averaging 50-70°F and summer ranging from 65-85°F. Winter camping can see overnight temperatures drop below freezing, requiring proper cold-weather gear even at glamping sites.
What to do
Hiking to waterfalls: Fort Mountain State Park features several waterfall trails including one to the CCC Tower with mountain views. According to a visitor, "The trails are great, and everything feels spread out. I loved it, as did the rest of the group" while another noted "Wonderful hiking trails with many mountain views."
Horseback riding: Trackrock Campground & Cabins offers on-site equestrian experiences. One camper shared, "My husband lived that there were many mountain bike trails nearby as well as hiking trails... I also got to enjoy a lovely horseback ride on Chubby Checker with Sonya....that was the highlight of the trip for me."
Fishing at multiple lakes: Morganton Point Campground provides access to Lake Blue Ridge with dedicated fishing spots. A reviewer mentioned, "Camped on lot 14 which was quite spacious with easy access to the water" while another noted, "The lake was pretty low at winter level. A friend of mine who fished still caught some both days."
Mountain biking trails: Multiple networks exist within 15-20 miles of Cherry Log. A visitor to Fort Mountain reported, "Most of the trails except the Gahuti are multi use and there is a strong community of mountain biking here. We didn't bike the trails here with our hybrid specialized bikes because we felt the trails to be too technical for us."
What campers like
Solar-powered glamping: Len Foote Hike Inn operates on sustainable principles. A camper described, "Pack a light daypack, park your car and enjoy your 5 mile hike to Len Foote's Hike Inn, sustainable lodging primarily powered by solar panels. Once at the inn, you'll find the composting operation interesting: composting toilets and happy composting worm bins converting leftover food into black gold!"
Platform camping experiences: Several parks offer unique platform sites. At Fort Mountain State Park Campground, a reviewer shared: "I've never slept outside of a tent. I've always wanted to, but never had the guts to do it. I looked up information on the platforms (also called Squirrel's Nest) on the state park website... The site itself was in a beautiful location, had a hand pump on site, and also had a shared bear proof storage box."
Evening educational programs: Some glamping sites provide structured activities. A visitor noted, "At 6 PM is dinner, they ring a bell so you don't have to watch the clock. Then at 7 pm there is a staff led educational program in the dining hall."
Proximity to swimming: Several campgrounds feature swim beaches. According to one review at Morganton Point, "The lake is extremely clean and the rental shop by the lake rents kayaks and paddleboards."
What you should know
Bear activity: Multiple campgrounds report bear sightings. At Fort Mountain, a visitor explained, "We had bear visitors, something they'll warn you about upon arrival. The bears just added to the appeal of this place though." Another platform camper noted, "Two other couples at two separate platform sites had encounters with a bear the same weekend I was here."
Cell service limitations: Vogel State Park Campground and other mountain locations have spotty coverage. A reviewer reported, "We had inconsistent cell coverage even with a Winegard booster with AT&T and Verizon. Mornings were best reception and evening were not so good."
Winter water access: Some facilities reduce services seasonally. At Woodring Campground, a visitor noted, "Has a bathroom, picnic tables, fire ring and grill. No water this time of year but the lake can be accessed at the nearby boat ramp."
Road conditions: Mountain access can be challenging. One camper at Amicalola Falls warned, "I read a lot before my trip, so I knew to except the 25% grade incline going up to the campground. I wasn't however expecting the challenging parking in the campsite."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly beaches: Chilhowee Recreation Area offers multiple swimming options. A visitor shared, "This was our 1st time out with our new camper... the hiking was great and scenery was beautiful. They don't call it Fort Mountain for nothing - there was quite a drive uphill to get here."
Miniature golf courses: Vogel State Park provides additional recreation. One camper explained, "Two 9 hole miniature golf courses next to the visitor center are reminiscent of the old Putt-Putt courses of yesteryear. Bicycle and boat rentals are available during summer months for reasonable hourly, half and full day rates."
Creek exploration: Many sites feature small streams children enjoy. A visitor to Mulky Campground described, "The camp spots are spacious and covered with tree canopies. You a stream right by you no matter where you camp. The facilities and water are easily accessible."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The area hosts diverse animal species. A camper at Amicalola Falls noted, "They found all kinds of insects they had never seen even a Luna moth."
Tips from RVers
Site selection challenges: Several campgrounds have difficult access routes. At Amicalola Falls State Park Camping, an RVer warned, "We have a 27' airstream and there are a couple campsites that are hard to get into. Number 18 does not look hard, but the layout is very difficult to get into. The bend halfway into the campground would be extremely difficult with much bigger than 27' camper."
Limited level sites: Mountain terrain creates parking challenges. A camper at Fort Mountain reported, "We stayed creekside at site 24. The site had about a 5 inch difference shopping towards the road. I used rocker blocks maxed out (about 4 inches in height) and still was not level."
Dump station access: Some facilities have difficult approaches. At Chilhowee, an RVer shared, "From the B loop, you have to traverse about a 120 degree switchback to get to it. My friend who was there pulling a 5th wheel decided not to try it and opted to pay to dump somewhere else."
