Glamping options near Comer, Georgia place visitors within easy reach of Lake Hartwell and other regional waterways. The area sits at approximately 725 feet elevation in the northeastern Georgia Piedmont region, with moderate hills and mixed hardwood forests. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-90°F during peak camping season, while spring and fall offer milder conditions with nighttime temperatures that can drop into the 40s.
What to Do
Hiking trails with lake views: Richard B Russell State Park features several hiking paths that connect to camping areas. "We hiked and biked the trails. They are well maintained. There is only one bathhouse for the campers and only 2 showers and 3 potty's in there for all 28 campsites," notes Jennifer K., highlighting the trail maintenance despite limited facilities.
Water activities beyond swimming: At Springfield - Hartwell Lake, campers can access various water sports. "Most sites are a stones throw away from the lake. The view Lake Hartwell is Beautiful," explains Melissa W. The lake allows for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding directly from many campsites.
Mountain biking opportunities: Hard Labor Creek State Park offers dedicated mountain biking trails separate from hiking paths. "The park has a nice hiking trails and bikes trails, dog friendly," reports Winston M., noting the park's recent renovations and well-maintained trail system.
What Campers Like
Lakeside privacy levels: Many campers appreciate the secluded sites at Fort Yargo State Park. "If you're like me and appreciate a bit of privacy when camping, the walk-in campsites at Fort Yargo are the place to go. Just a short 1-2 minutes walk from your car and bathrooms, but you feel much more secluded," explains Amalia K.
Beach access options: Sadlers Creek State Park provides various water entry points. "We swam almost all day every day we were here. The lake is beautiful, there are plenty of places to swim, and tons of shoreline to explore," shares Jen G., who also praised the playground and clean bathrooms.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Don Carter State Park offers excellent wildlife spotting, particularly in evenings. "I went to Don Carter mid week after a holiday and the place was pretty empty. I pulled in late afternoon, deer were grazing in the primitive camp zones," explains Crystal C., noting the peaceful atmosphere.
What You Should Know
Campground capacity fluctuations: Tallulah Gorge State Park experiences significant seasonal variations in crowd levels. "It was a really sweet, quiet, clean campground. I was so pleased with the site we were on, site 13, was centrally located, relatively easy to back our trailer into, and a perfect partial shade site," reports Ashley C.
Water level considerations: Many lakes in the region, including Lake Hartwell, experience level fluctuations that affect water access. "We stayed at site 7 for 4 nights and then site 68 for 2 nights. Water access wasn't the best on 7, but we enjoyed it," notes Sheryl C. at Springfield - Hartwell Lake.
Grey water disposal systems: Unlike typical RV hookups, some campgrounds use an alternative approach. "Great campground, near shopping and restaurants. Great hiking trail around the lake. No FHU, but they do have grey water dumps in numerous places in campground," explains Judi P. about Fort Yargo.
Tips for Camping with Families
Beach alternatives: Hartwell Lakeside KOA Holiday offers various shoreline types for children. "Lake access at every campsite. Breeze from the lake all day. I had a great sunrise and sunset view with shade during the day," shares Chrissa G., noting the rocky shoreline might be better for certain watercraft.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas near water. "The playground is very nice. The bathrooms, especially the ones by the office, are kept very clean," reports Jen G. about Sadlers Creek State Park, highlighting how families can balance swimming with playground time.
Walking distances: Consider site location relative to facilities. "It's a bit of a walk to the bathroom in the middle of the night with little light so make sure you have a flashlight," advises Amber H. about Hartwell Lakeside KOA, emphasizing the importance of proper lighting for nighttime bathroom trips with children.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: Many campgrounds have uneven terrain. "Our site was very level, and pull through," notes Judi P. about Hard Labor Creek, while others mention bringing leveling blocks for other campgrounds in the region.
Campground navigation: Some parks have challenging access roads. "Be careful and follow the Campground signs and not your GPS because you might come in a different way and have to navigate an overpass that, for done rigs, is too short!" warns Debbie K. about Hard Labor Creek State Park.
Seasonal crowding considerations: Weekends bring significant changes to occupancy. "Have waited six months into our RV life to start reviews for fair comparisons. Spent 7 nights. The weekend nights were so crowded with cars spilling into the camp roads, loads of large groups at each site. Felt very claustrophobic. On weekdays the park became a(lovely) ghost town," Christina shares about Hard Labor Creek.
