Best Glamping near Clarkesville, GA

Tallulah Gorge State Park and Unicoi State Park offer boutique camping experiences with upscale glamping accommodations nestled in North Georgia's mountains. These locations feature yurts and elevated glamping sites within hiking distance of spectacular natural features, with Tallulah Gorge providing direct trail access to its dramatic 1,000-foot deep gorge and waterfalls. "The spots are huge and the peace and quiet is priceless," remarked one visitor about their glamping experience in the region. Nacoochee Adventures provides treehouse accommodations with eco-friendly amenities, complete with off-road golf cart access to transport luggage and reach nearby dining options. Canvas tents and yurts at these destinations typically include comfortable beds with linens, electricity, climate control options, and private outdoor spaces where guests can enjoy mountain views and stargazing.

Direct access to hiking trails connects these glamping destinations to some of Georgia's most scenic natural attractions. Tallulah Gorge State Park's glamping accommodations allow visitors to easily explore the park's 1,099 stairs leading to canyon overlooks and suspension bridge, while Unicoi's sites provide convenient access to nearby Helen's Bavarian-themed village. A recent visitor noted, "We got to see a completely different scene from our last summer visit," highlighting how these glamping sites offer year-round experiences. Don Carter State Park includes waterfront yurts with boat access to Lake Lanier. Many locations feature on-site activities including zip-lining at Nacoochee Adventures, swimming areas, guided nature programs, and evening campfires. Several eco-friendly glamping options incorporate solar power and sustainable design, with sites strategically positioned to maximize privacy while maintaining accessibility to modern comforts.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Clarkesville, Georgia (75)

    1. Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Tallulah Falls, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 754-7981

    $36 - $45 / night

    "Sites were so easy to get into, nice small loop with minimal noise. Clean bath houses and laundry on site that was only $1 per load!! Hiking and views of the Falls were breathtaking!"

    "Campground facilities are clean and very well kept (they rake the sites and shovel out the fire pits). Bath houses are kept clean and stocked also. We camped in site 31 with our 32 ft TT."

    2. Unicoi State Park & Lodge

    50 Reviews
    Helen, GA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 878-2201

    "Nice to be close to Helen if you need anything and the nearby hikes to falls and great views are great."

    "Campground Review

    This is a nice state park with zip lining, gps scavenger hunt, archery, canoeing, campfires, music and walking trail. Being geocachers, we did the gps scavenger hunt."

    3. Raven Cliff Falls

    28 Reviews
    Helen, GA
    16 miles
    Website

    "Several are drive-up which is great because of the prevalence of bears in the area."

    "For anyone who’s never camped at this location, the campsites are located in a few places (keep reading) which isn’t listed on the map by the (vault) toilets, no running water other than the creek, and"

    4. Vogel State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Suches, GA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 745-2628

    $30 - $260 / night

    "bathroom! "

    "Everything from the drive up the windy roads and hairpin turns to the campsites being located close to some awesome trail heads. especially the trail to Blood Mountain."

    5. Don Carter State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Lula, GA
    19 miles
    +1 (678) 450-7726

    $25 - $225 / night

    "Really nice state park located at north end of Lake Lanier. Site 13 was great. Had woods and lake view. Paved pull through site with gravel pad for picnic and fire pit area."

    "Situated at the far north end of Lake Lanier, this Georgia state park is awesome! One of the best things about it for RV/trailer camping is the huge distance between camp sites!"

    6. Currahee RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Toccoa, GA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 779-2340

    "The spot was amazing, next to a creek with a small deck. Even with all the rain I was on the deck relaxing and listen to the water flow. I can not recommend this location enough."

    "We found this place when our other place to stay fell through and we Googled 'campgrounds near me .  We called them and they gladly told us that there were spots available. "

    7. Cherokee Campground

    6 Reviews
    Sautee Nacoochee, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 878-2267

    "Very secluded, awesome staff and close to activities to keep you entertained all day. The facilities are very clean also , a major plus!"

    "I went here with my family and stayed at an electric hook up. The campsite was great. Staff were very friendly and the views were amazing!!"

    8. Jenny's Creek Family Campground

    10 Reviews
    Cleveland, GA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 865-6955

    "The bathrooms were so clean and so nice! They are air conditioned with three stall and three showers."

    "They have a very nice set up and are very polite. Great prices. We did tent camping with water and electricity. The tent sites are all either beside a creek or next to the pond."

    9. Tugaloo State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Fair Play, GA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 356-4362

    $27 - $265 / night

    "We really felt at home here due to the friendliness of the park staff and camphost volunteers."

    "Once we actually arrived to our site, it was beautiful and easy to pull through. Only a little off level, which we fixed easily. Great cement benches and huge fire fits on site."

    10. River Campground, LLC

    5 Reviews
    Lakemont, GA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 782-1625

    $20 - $95 / night

    "This campground was an awesome find as it is tucked in beside the Tallulah River only 3 miles from the Tallulah River Gorge which offers site seeing and hiking."

    "My five night stay was wonderful very laid-back rustic looking perfect for my situation lots of rain but the covered tent sites made it fun and able to deal with the elements wanna relaxing time able to"

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Glamping Reviews near Clarkesville, GA

817 Reviews of 75 Clarkesville Campgrounds


  • M
    Sep. 30, 2018

    North Sungate Farms Treehouse Glamping

    Peaceful, private Creekside gem...

    Fun and relaxing creekside Glamping treehouse, there's plenty of space for a few tents as well. The creek is cool and refreshing to enjoy rock hunting. Large fire pit and grill to make our dinner. We stargazed on one if the clear nights, looked like the planetarium! When we went to sleep we we're comfortable in the Air-conditioned beautifully decorated treehouse. Lots of fun places to go within 20 minutes in any direction... really centrally located in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains!

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 7, 2022

    Jenny's Creek Family Campground

    Great Family Campground!

    We stayed here over July 4th weekend and it was a really great experience! The campground is nice and well kept. The bathrooms were so clean and so nice! They are air conditioned with three stall and three showers. They also have a nice playground on site as well as a air conditioned club house they provides a nice break from the heat. They also have firewood and I’ve on site which is really convenient. The owners are super nice and come by each morning to pick up your trash. We enjoyed fishing in the pond and trekking through the creek. We would highly recommend for anyone camping in the Cleveland/Helen area.

  • J
    Mar. 4, 2021

    Two Wheels of Suchess

    Love TWoS!!!

    I have stayed here 3 or 4 times. The owner takes great great pride in his ownership. He was able to buy it from a family whom let the place go down hill then rebuilt it himself with family and friends. The cabins are warm at night without the need for a heat source. The shower house is also climate controlled. There are no designated places for tents therefore you don't necessarily have to stay in the first spot you picked. Another thing I love about the ownership is your bill is on the honor system. They will not hound you about what you owe. You can pay as you go or wait for the total as you leave. You are far enough in the sticks but also close to whatever you need from down the road. He placed 2 or 3 (can't remember) posts for electricity and never complained about me stinging my 100' extension cord through the creek so we could enjoy the fire pits as well as the electricity for phones and tent heaters. Their food is very good too sadly, only on the weekends from Friday evening to Sunday morning.

  • Jessica S.
    Jul. 10, 2018

    Oconee State Park Campground

    Cute cabins in beautiful state park

    We spent 2 nights in one of the cabins in this beautiful state park during a road trip through South Carolina. And let me say, 2 nights was not enough! The cabin itself was very well kept. There was air conditioning, 2 bedrooms, 1 full kitchen, 1 full bathroom, and a fire place. We stopped at a Walmart in one of the towns before the park to stock up on food.

    There are multiple cabins scattered around the lake but they are a good distance apart from each other so you won't be disturbed by your neighbors. There was a fire ring and picnic in front of the cabin where we made smores after dinner and a cute screened porch with rocking chairs where we had coffee and breakfast on every morning. The cabin was right next to the small lake, which had a short trail going around it. We saw people fishing and I believe you can rent canoes as well in the park.

    You definitely need more than 2 days to explore this cute little park. There are multiple hiking trails near by and definitely a lot of wild life. But it was definitely a peaceful and quiet park perfect for a relaxing weekend away.

  • C
    Jun. 9, 2023

    Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

    Beautiful park

    We stayed at the State park from June 6-9. There are only about 24 sites, some cabins, and some new glamping tents. There is a bathhouse with individual showers. You are fairly close to the lodge. You are also right at the falls. BEWARE- there is a steep 24% grade getting to the campground. The campground was neat, clean, and quiet.

  • Erin S.
    Jun. 29, 2019

    Charming Tree House in the Forest

    Wanna feel like a kid again? (A playful treehouse in the NC foothills)

    My family of three stayed here for one night in late June. We got in a little late, around 7:30 pm, after we met up with some friends for dinner in Murphy.  My one regret is that we did not get here earlier to allow more time for play during daylight hours. If you are not entertained at this site, you are not trying hard enough. There is an amazing amount to do in this small space. First is the treehouse itself. You can get up into it by climbing up a spiral staircase or up rungs on one of the support logs. To get down you can go down one of two slides or shimmy down a firepole. Inside the treehouse are two twin bunk beds and one fold out cot. The space inside is rather small. With the cot folded out there was barely any room to move. However, since you will only be inside to sleep, it works. The beds were fairly comfortable, though the top bunk is quite close to the roof. I slept in the top bunk and my husband slept on the bottom. Every time I would turn over in the night I would hit my knee on the roof and wake him up.  :)  There is also a small table, first aid kit, candles, and a composting toilet with a curtain in the corner.  The toliet was a bucket with a seat, and not being used to such a small, low potty, it was a little uncomfortable, but doable. The treehouse is not sealed - the roof is sound but there are spaces between the planks on the sides (screen has been placed over the sides to help control bugs). The windows have cloth hangings, and one of the entries has a closing door. The other is wide open. Being summer, I was worried about heat and bugs, but I didn't have a problem with either. We were provided two battery-powered fans to keep us cool. By the time they died it as late enough that heat wasn't a problem. 

    Now that's I've described the treehouse, let's talk about the rest of the site. Underneath the sleeping platform is a ground floor platform with a hammock and small propane stove with pots. A water cooler and trash can are also here. A few steps away is a firepit, and a few chairs, with provided firewood and marshmellow-roasting utensils. For play, there are hula hoops, a half-buried tire to climb on, a slack line, and a tremendously cool rope swing. This swing is about 30 feet high, and to start to climb up to a platform 5 feet above the ground. When you swing, it is a huge pendulum. What a thrill! Next to the treehouse is a homemade sled slide (see pics) that is also a blast. Down next to another rented space (the Hollar House) is a small zipline. Up the hill are blackberry bushes. So like I said, lots to keep you happy and entertained. 

    The lows: There's always got to be a couple things about a place that I wish could be better. For us, it was the Hollar House. The folks staying there came in at 9:30 pm and their headlights showed right into the treehouse. When they spent a minute or two turning around their car in front of the house, the lights blinded us at the campfire. And when they turned on the string lights on the porch and went inside, it was too bright to enjoy being around the campfire. I went over and kindly asked them to turn the lights off, since they weren't outside anyway, and they graciously obliged, but other campers may not be able to or want to approach strangers to ask them to turn off lights. 

    The highs: Besides the cool swings and slides, the owners were most definitely the best. Emilie and her two sons were very friendly and helpful in greeting us and getting us squared away. Her youngest son was the same age as my daughter and they had a great time playing together. She gave us bowls to collect blackberries and showed us how the swings and zip line worked. Awesome folks. 

    Overall, would recommend. Don't come here expecting a 5-star suite. It is tight and rustic. But it is a lot of fun!

  • Sammi Jo F.
    Jun. 28, 2020

    Cherry Hill Campground

    Nice, basic campground

    Fairly nice campsite set up with nice concrete table and tent pad. Some sites more spacious and laid out better then others. (We had three families camping in sites 17 & 18... would have been better in 16 & 17 or for the price book all 3, 16-18) 1 bath house centrally located with 4 rooms each having toilet, sink, hand dryer and small camp shower with seat and hand held shower head. (Prison style toilets, lol) Water spigots places through out campsites (1 for sites 15-19 in loop). With them opening late this season was surprised of condition of campground. Very clean however could have used a little TLC, small landscaping in sites and several fire pits not level and full of old ashes and whatnot (causing nice wet layer for fire starting) just figured with this being the first weekend open this season due to COVID-19 that they would have taken down time to spruce up area. Camp Host and camp ranger on site were super friendly and helpful though (Camped June 26-28, 2020)

  • Michael C.
    Apr. 12, 2025

    River Forks Park & Campground

    Great views but...

    "SITE# 47, Pull-Thru, Not FHU, 50A, Water, Dump LENGTH OF STAY: Stayed 9 Nights, RATE:$30.56/ Night with No Discount/ 0% Discount BATH HOUSE: Clean but Outdated LAUNDRY: Not Recorded STAFF: Friendly PARK IMPRESSIONS: Nice, We would stay here again RV PAD: Concrete, ESTIMATED RV PAD LENGTH: 40 Feet, Tow Vehicle Could NOT Stay Connected and Parking was away from site SITE SLOPE: Door side Tire Blocks needed ROADS: Adequate, MANEUVERABILITY: Narrow PEDESTAL PLACEMENT: Center of site length, SHADE: 30% GRASS AREA: At-Site, DESIGNATED PET AREA: Not Recorded PICNIC TABLE: Yes, FIRE RING: Yes, VERIZON Signal(bars): 5G-3, SPEED: 394 Mbs Download, 47 Mbs Upload T-MOBILE Signal(bars): 5G-5, SPEED: 714 Mbs Download, 124 Mbs Upload No WiFi, OTA TV CHANNELS: 75, CABLE TV: No, PLAYGROUND: Yes POOL: No, WATER FEATURE: Lake, FIREWOOD: Yes, STORE: No CLUBHOUSE: No, PROPANE AVAILABILITY: No Original site was# 46(back-in) but was VERY small. Moved to site 47(Pull-Thru) but due to road slope pull-thru is un-usable. Lower numbered sites(less than 30) appear somewhat better. Empty camp ground host side byhind 47 cannot be used unless site 47 is emprty due to sloping road. One single use dump station. One campground host presently in the park- their site was not marked. Appears that most sites are back-in and set sideways to a hillside and lakefront leaving very little level space for chairs. Fire rings are frequently located 12-20 feet away from picnic table and 3 to 9 feet below site level on a slope. Reservation Software used by office was down upon Saturday arrival with no IT help until Monday- two days away leaving office staff frustrated and using their own phone to access the reservation system customers use instead of management side of software. Staff stated it goes down frequently with no IT support on weekends. Six bathhouses in park. Bathhouse nearest beach closed awaiting replacement of fixtures after renovation. Shower has outdated fixtures- several shower heads had significant mineral deposits restricting flow. Men's side closed at another bathhouse. Many shower stalls had no hook or fixture to hang a towel or clothing. Several showers had broken shower valves making them unusable. Stayed 9 nights and did not see anyone working on bathhouses. Beach area parking is limited to 6 or 7 spaces and one handicap space however, there is a larger parking lot a little further away. Bathhouse showers have a pull string valve next to the shower head that had to be held down to get water with many strings broken, missing and too short to allow shorter people, children, or handicaped wheel-chair use. Some sites have precarious/dangerous sloping driveways for RVs to get into. Newly installed sites are near completion but they make sites very close together. Many sites do not have a fire pit and many do not have a grill. Many sites arer too small to park a second vhicle even if the camper is small. Parking on dirt or grass is prohibited by rules but appears to be selectively enforced. The campground has a boat ramp and reasonably large parking area. Extra careful site selection is warranted. Four docks in River Forks Park. Firewood is available at the office. CHECK-IN: 01:00 PM CHECK-OUT: 12:00 PM RIG: 42ft- 17,000 lb 5th Wheel"

  • Annabelle
    Jul. 3, 2021

    Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

    Loved it

    We arrived just before sunset & we were in a rush to set up before it started to pour. We had no trouble finding our reserved site & while we were getting settled, the hosts (Cocoa & Ryan) popped over to welcome us & also brought back firewood a few mins later. The sky opened up shortly after & it poured ALL night long, but our site didn’t flood. Quiet hours began at 10 PM, and I didn’t hear a peep from anyone else after that! The bathrooms stayed clean for our entire stay, & the hosts graciously offered us a ride to the hiking trails in their golf cart the next morning, so we didn’t have to fold up our rooftop tent to drive down. I wish we would have been able to stay longer, and we can’t wait to return!


Guide to Clarkesville

North Georgia's Chattahoochee National Forest surrounds Clarkesville, sitting at 1,500 feet elevation with summer temperatures typically 10-15 degrees cooler than nearby Atlanta. The region experiences significant seasonal changes, with spring wildflowers blooming from March to May and fall foliage peaking in late October. Primitive camping options along creeks provide natural cooling during humid summer months.

What to do

Stair climbing workout: At Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground, you can challenge yourself to climb the 1,099 stairs to the canyon bottom. "Great park. Many hiking opportunities in the park and surrounding areas. It is 1099 stairs to the bottom of canyon!" notes Rachel G. The elevation changes provide excellent cardiovascular exercise with scenic rewards.

Mountain biking trails: Unicoi State Park & Lodge offers both beginner and intermediate mountain biking paths through hardwood forests. "A lot of activities to do! Mountain biking, hiking, zip lining, etc. Will definitely be returning in the future!" shares Rebeca A. Bike rentals available on-site for $15/hour or $35/day.

Fishing access: Tugaloo State Park Campground provides direct lakefront access for fishing. "We were in site #8 right on the lake. Water, electric and cable tv connections," reports Kevin A. Shore fishing requires no boat, though watercraft can be launched from the campground's boat ramp.

What campers like

Creek-side camping: Many campers appreciate Raven Cliff Falls sites positioned near flowing water. "We camped along the creek at one of these sites. We absolutely loved being by the creek, and a lot of the sites are spread out to give a good bit of privacy," reports D & Jess W. The white noise from streams helps mask other campground sounds.

Clean facilities: Vogel State Park Campground maintains exceptionally clean restrooms and showers. "Bathroom/showerhouses are strategically located in each loop. They are modern, bright, well-stocked and clean! Also provided are individual 'family/unisex' bathroom/shower facilities," writes Dave V. Facilities are cleaned twice daily during peak season.

Private tent sites: Tallulah Gorge offers walk-in tent sites set back from RV areas. "We got to see a completely different scene from our last summer visit," mentions a camper about the seasonal changes. These sites require carrying gear approximately 50-100 yards from parking.

What you should know

Bear precautions: Raven Cliff Falls has active bear populations that require proper food storage. "We were visited by a bear two of the nights. The bear took our neighbors dog food they forgot to pack out. So pack out all food items and trash or hang a bear bag," warns D & Jess W. Proper food storage containers are required by park regulations.

Water release schedules: Tallulah Gorge floor access depends on dam release schedules. "We called ahead and the gorge floor/Sliding Rock Trail were supposed to be closed for water release, but the day that we left we found that it was actually opened," reports Jessica A. Check the website or call before planning gorge floor activities.

Limited cell service: Most campgrounds in the area have spotty or no cellular coverage. "There was little cell reception and no tv reception here," notes Rachel G. about Tallulah Gorge. Download maps, directions, and trail information before arrival.

Tips for camping with families

Water activities: Don Carter State Park Campground offers family-friendly beach areas. "There is also a beach for the kids to play at as well, very well kept. Our campsite was a tad bit small for our camper, large campers like motorhomes or fifth-wheels will not fit," advises Cameron G. The beach area includes a designated swimming zone with rope markers.

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