Top Tent Camping near Columbus, GA
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Best Tent Sites Near Columbus, GA (7)
1. Kings Pond/ Fort Benning
Fort Benning, Georgia1 Review•3 Photos•23 SavesKing's Pond, located near Harmony Church, is the only area on the installation where primitive camping is permitted free of charge. Reservations are not required, except when MWR events are scheduled.
MILITARY & GUESTS ONLY You'll find charcoal grills, fire pits, a playground, restrooms, primitive camping sites, 3 fishing piers and a boat launch onsite. The pond is a favorite fishing spot, with plenty of bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie and sunfish. No combustion-type motors are permitted, except to unload and trailer your boat.
Watch for bald eagles, great blue herons, red-cockaded woodpeckers, cormorants, gators, turtles, geese, and more. This park is the site of one of our most popular activities — the King's Pond Campout — scheduled regularly during warm weather. The events often include music, games, boating and stories around the campfire. There is a pavilion with picnic seating for up to 32 people. A large charcoal grill, a playground and restrooms are located nearby.
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- Dispersed
3. Pine and Oak Campsite
Be the first to review!Omaha, Georgia•5 PhotosEscape to a private campsite in rural Alabama. The property is surrounded by forest and wildlife. There are several places to hang a hammock and plenty of room for outdoor games like cornhole. Enjoy making smores by the campfire and gazing at the stars.
The city of Columbus is about 25 minutes away and offers white water rafting, zip lining, axe throwing, a river-walk, and other activities. There are plenty of lakes and rivers to go fishing. Auburn is about 40 mins away.
The site offers an outhouse, fire pit, fire pit grill rack for cooking, platform (which can be used for small/medium tents) and a hiking trail that is about 1/3 of a mile.
Please note, the site has a road but during heavy rain the road can accumulate mud. Suggest 4-wheel drive vehicles for rainy conditions. Otherwise, cars are able to access campsite and park at site. Hipcampers can also park at the front of the property and walk about .25 miles to site if unable to drive. Please message me beforehand if you are worried about driving conditions.
The property is surrounded by hunting land so please be mindful of property lines and do you best to stay on the trail. Also, expect gunshots in the distance every once in a while.
Property also has natural wildlife like coyotes, snakes, spiders, ants, etc.. Alabama can also get very hot during June, July, August. Please prepare accordingly.
My wife and I bought this property in 2021 with the goal of turning this land into a homestead. She is currently in the army. My mom and stepfather live at the front of the property and will be able to help accommodate you if needed. Meeting at the front of the property is not needed.
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$23 - $30 / night
4. The Hollow at Triple Threat Farm
Oglethorpe, Georgia1 Review•8 Photos•9 Saves- Fires
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- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
$69 - $79 / night
5. Pecan Orchard Estate-Campground
Americus, Georgia1 Review•7 Photos•3 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
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$60 - $80 / night
6. Piney Hills Campground
Be the first to review!Waverly Hall, Georgia•1 Photo•7 SavesCome pitch your tent just outside of our animal pasture with zebu cows, sheep, 5 baby goats and adults and lots of chickens. We have several sites to choose from. We are a working homestead. We are a campground in-process of being built over 100 acres, however 80 acres were just cleared but still have 10-15 acres that are wooded and ready for camping with fire pits, picnic tables and access to visit the farm animals during hours of 10am-4pm. Animal snack paks will be given to each guest at check in.
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- Picnic Table
7. Southern Harbor
Be the first to review!West Point Lake, AlabamaThis recreation area is part of West Point Lake
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Recent Tent Reviews In Columbus
315 Reviews of 7 Columbus Campgrounds
Lakepoint Resort State Park Campground
Gorgeous spot to stay
Great communication with staff. Location is right off the highway but the camp grounds are deep in the state park so it’s so quiet and beautiful. The marina is home too so many boats and fishermen but that’s about 3 miles from the camp spot. Love it!
Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground
Pretty state campground
We had some flubs with this campground. We put the wrong address in our GPS resulting in us arriving too late to use the pool. Then we neglected to pick up our paperwork and had to drive back to the main building to get it and we drove past the campground host on duty so we didn’t get firewood. Our campsite was pretty: flat, spacious, shaded with trees, but it was frustrating to drive past the even prettier spots right on the lake and realize that’s what I should have booked!! Several people were out enjoying evening fishing as we drove past to our more woodsy loop.
We were here all of 12 hours - it was a nice stopover on our route further south. Really quiet and absolutely spotless bathhouse! I really was bummed about not getting to the pool (it was not open the next day) - we will come back!
Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground
Nice site, well maintained
I am getting back into camping for the first time in a very long time. Went to FDR State Park because it’s only about 30 minutes from home. Booking site 111 was easily done online. I arrived after the office had closed but my reservation sheet with instructions was left in a box on the door for me to pick up. Great park with nice lake for fishing, kayaking, paddle boating as well many hiking trails. Bathrooms were clean and well maintained. Visited Dowdell’s Knob which gives a fantastic view…no wonder it was FDR’s favorite picnicking site when visiting Warm Springs. I would definitely recommend and will be back, but next time will be spring or fall because summer was just too hot.
Anglers N Antlers
Nice spot
Last second place to stay the night. Nice people, quiet , accommodating.
Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground
Beautiful and Clean Campground
Stayed in the 500 series camping area prior to Memorial Day Weekend for two nights. The staff at check in were extremely friendly and helpful. All camping/RV spots in 500 series were well spaced, the ones nearest the lake seem a little more congested. Easy to navigate with my Solis, but a large Class A or trailer would be challenging. The bathroom/shower facilities were some of the cleanest, well kept I’ve ever seen. Hiked to Cascade Falls with my wife and our two dogs (2 miles in/2 miles out). Will definitely go back.
Lakepoint Resort State Park Campground
Camp grounds
As long as we been coming has it been this bad. Grass is over ankles. Roads has holes everywhere. Bathhouse needs so much updates. Shower stall are not clean very well. We asked if someone could come and dig little trench so water could run off. Hasn’t seen anyone yet. Very disappointed with this vacation here this time
Rood Creek Park Camping
Awesome!
Stayed here in June 2023. Beautiful scenery and fishing!
Lakepoint Resort State Park Campground
Great Camping & Lots to Do
Our second stay here. First was in the spring of 2020 when COVID had everything shutdown. Spent Monday through Friday and enjoyed our stay with some friends. Lots of old 1800 to early 1900’s homes to see, some offer tours. Providence Canyon and the Kolomoki Mounds State Parks in Georgia are an easy drive and worth the trip. Sites are easy to navigate, utilities are in good shape, and enough Verizon signal to stay in touch.
COE Walter F George Lake Bluff Creek Campground
Another great COE
Concrete level pads, electric and water, large clean showers and bathrooms, laundry only 1.00 per machine, fish cleaning stations, easy drive nort or south for city life and major grocery stores.
Florence Marina State Park Campground
Beautiful sunset by the water 🌅
Park was easy to get to. We were on site 1, a back in site. Sites were kinda close together, we heard a little more of our neighbors than we would have liked to. Campground was dog friendly and many were around. Bathrooms and laundry facilities were roomy and clean. The grill and fire pit were in good shape. We didn’t see a store for firewood and charcoal, so bring your own if you’ll need it. Although we didn’t use it, the grounds had a putt putt course that was available for guest use. The camp hosts were very kind.
Eagle Landing RV Park
Great Spot for Visiting UA
Spent two days at this park on a premium lot while visiting the University of Auburn. Park was clean and quiet. Hook-ups worked as expected. There’s a discount store right across the street - they have everything, which was a plus! Will stay again.
Military Park Fort Benning Uchee Creek Army Campground and Marina
Beautiful & Excellent for Big Rigs
The park has too much to list for amenities! Dog park, clean laundry facilities, camping, chalets, excellent pull thru's, boat rental, post access and MWR office, and more! Check website for eligibility
Rood Creek Park Camping
Quiet and Clean Campground
Really nice campground. The Army Corps of engineers maintains the place. Kept up pretty good. Boat launch. Campsites have table, grill and fire pit. Staying one night in route to Dauphin Island, AL. Probably gets busy on weekends. First come, first serve. Free!
University Station RV Resort
First impressions
Just arrived mid Sunday afternoon. Booked a site 4 months ago to find we have been allocated a different site. Reception closed and the promised man to greet us wasn’t expecting us, therefore we have no info about the park. There is no cable tv as your site says and we have yet to be able to join the wifi! No park plan. Not impressed - at the cost of our site per night, we expected a lot better.
We spend three months a year on the road and are experienced travellers.
Hoping things improve!
September, 2023
Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground
Great 👍
I love the amenities
Auburn RV Park at Leisure Time Campground
Great Overnight Stay
In order to get in the campground, you have to have a code texted to you, no other way in! We had a pull through spot (I). The spot was slightly unlevel on the right side.Although there was loud interstate noise, it was still peaceful with the babbling creek in front of our site. There was a shower room, restrooms, laundry facilities available and all were clean. A huge beautiful pool and a children's pool, all were kept up nicely.
Florence Marina State Park Campground
Bring your fishing pole
Large sites with tall trees and plenty of shade. Easy check in with a friendly park ranger and also met the camp host who was also very nice. There is a big lake for boating and fishing and you can rent a small boat on site. The bathrooms and laundry room were clean but hot and muggy with just a couple of fans running. Not much else going on at this park. Down the road however is Providence Canyon SP and that is an absolute must if you are staying here. Providence Canyon has some great hiking and amazing views.
Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground
Nature at its best
Easy booking, check in, and hook up to electric and water. Beautiful, serene surroundings. We didn’t get to do all the fun stuff available like the pool and the hiking trail since it was just an overnight stop but we will be back.
R. Shaefer Heard Campground
Spacious lakefront sites
Great, quiet park with lots of walking and biking trails nearby. All the sites are wooded and spaced out so you don’t have any issues with privacy. From what we could tell, all of the sites have direct lake access. We visited in July and because of the tree coverage, we were able to sit outside most of the day without getting too hot. This is definitely one of our new favorite parks!
Military Park Fort Benning Uchee Creek Army Campground and Marina
Our first tent camping experience
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. They have an amazing staff that made us feel welcomed and safe. Their pool and splash pad is nicer than most hotels. The site bathrooms/showers and laundry area are kept in very well condition. We saw all types of wild life, deer, boar, and a variety of birds. 10/10. Can’t wait to go back.
R. Shaefer Heard Campground
Fantastic
Site 16 Back in Gravel 50 amp Water Amazing site on the water! Spacious site, plenty of privacy. Very clean cg. Bathrooms nearby, but showers are around the corner. Very clean, just older. Plenty of walking, and biking over the dam into Alabama! Beautiful lake for swimming, canoes, or kayaking.
R. Shaefer Heard Campground
Beautiful campground
This campground is so beautiful. We walked all of the loops. Some are pretty steep. We were in a buddy site that backed up to the lake. The water was a bit icky looking (not just from the red clay, but it had a layer of algae on it). We rode our bikes to the damn area, which was really cool!
Pecan Orchard Estate-Campground
Beautiful & Quiet LOTS of birds
This is a beautiful quiet spot for camping! It is a 15 acre Pecan Orchard Estate! 😋 Boarding hunting lands. Lots of wild life & TONs of singing birds 🐦 TREES are gorgeous 😍
R. Shaefer Heard Campground
Lovely
Breathtaking views
R. Shaefer Heard Campground
Private
Love this spacious site quite loop beautiful place
R. Shaefer Heard Campground
Beautiful sunsets
So clean friendly staff. Quite. Beautiful scenery
R. Shaefer Heard Campground
Nice lake for kayaking
Campsites vary from forested and shaded to open and sunny. Most campsites offer lake views. Kayaks can be launched from some sites. Some sites are close together and others are spaced farther apart and offer more privacy. Restrooms and showers are spaced around the campground. I preferred the 17-39 section because it seemed more wooded.
Guide to Columbus
Camping near Columbus, Georgia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Fishing and boating: Many campers enjoy the large lakes for fishing and boating. At R. Shaefer Heard Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "Beautiful campground... Plenty of walking, and biking over the dam into Alabama! Beautiful lake for swimming, canoes, or kayaking."
- Hiking: Trails abound in the area. A visitor to Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground shared, "Hiked to Cascade Falls... Will definitely go back."
- Wildlife watching: Campers often spot various wildlife. One reviewer at Providence Canyon State Park Campground noted, "Great views around and a lot of hiking which good."
What campers like:
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Chewacla State Park Campground said, "Clean restrooms, and nice accommodations."
- Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A reviewer at Whitetail Ridge Campground mentioned, "Sites were spread out nicely and taken care of."
- Friendly staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground hosts. One camper at Florence Marina State Park Campground said, "The camp hosts were very kind."
What you should know:
- Limited cell service: Some areas have poor cell reception. A camper at Providence Canyon State Park Campground warned, "TMobile cell service is very poor so don't rely on it for emergencies."
- Weather considerations: Summers can be hot, so plan accordingly. One visitor at Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground said, "Next time will be spring or fall because summer was just too hot."
- Reservations: Some campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A reviewer at Rood Creek Park Camping mentioned, "First come, first serve. Free!"
Tips for camping with families:
- Bring activities: Kids will enjoy the playgrounds and trails. A camper at Chewacla State Park Campground noted, "Nice hiking trails, mountain biking trails, a lake, a waterfall, and cabins."
- Pack snacks: Having food on hand can make outings easier. One visitor at Pine Mountain RV Resort said, "There are yurts of all sizes and cabins too."
- Plan for downtime: Relaxing by the water can be a great way to unwind. A reviewer at Cotton Hill mentioned, "A super clean and peaceful campground with laundry."
Tips from RVers:
- Check site size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at R. Shaefer Heard Campground said, "Spacious site, plenty of privacy."
- Bring your own firewood: Some campgrounds don’t provide firewood. A visitor at Florence Marina State Park Campground noted, "We didn’t see a store for firewood and charcoal, so bring your own if you’ll need it."
- Be prepared for tight spaces: Some campgrounds have close sites. A reviewer at Pine Mountain RV Resort mentioned, "The spaces were super close to each other."
Camping around Columbus, Georgia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Enjoy the great outdoors!
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Columbus, GA is Kings Pond/ Fort Benning with a 5-star rating from 1 review.
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