9 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Multiple cabin options can be found throughout the Chattahoochee National Forest near Dahlonega, with properties like Amicalola Falls State Park and Vogel State Park offering well-equipped accommodations. Most cabins include electricity, heating systems, and basic furniture such as beds, tables, and chairs. Bathrooms with running water and flush toilets are standard in most locations, while kitchen facilities typically feature refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops. "The cabins are warm at night without the need for a heat source," noted one visitor about Two Wheels of Suches. More luxurious options like Barefoot Hills Motel provide additional amenities such as Roku TVs with streaming services and claw foot tubs.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Smaller, basic log cabins can be found at campgrounds like Track Rock Campground & Cabins, while more spacious accommodations suitable for families are offered at places such as Kennedy Creek Resort. Most properties require advance reservations, especially during peak fall foliage season. According to one visitor at Barefoot Hills Motel, "This is a great place to meet up for support on the trail with a special someone. Dahlonega is a few miles down the road and there are lots of good eats." Pet policies vary by location, with some properties like Three Falls Treehouse permitting pets while others restrict them.
Most cabins provide beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen supplies often vary between properties, with some offering fully equipped kitchens and others providing only basic cookware and utensils. On-site camp stores at locations like Amicalola Falls State Park and Two Wheels of Suches stock essential items, firewood, and sometimes food. The well-stocked Ingles grocery store is located a short drive away for more substantial provisioning needs. Visitors planning extended stays should consider bringing specialized cooking equipment, additional storage containers, and any specific comfort items needed for their stay.
"RV/tent camping and cabin rentals. Campsites had wifi and pretty good tv signal. There's also a lodge/hotel on site with a restaurant, with gorgeous views overlooking the valley below."
"The Approach trail is 8.3 miles to Springer Mountain from the lower Amicalola State Park parking lot. So there is more history and lore here than meets the eye."
"Beautiful State Park with roomy shaded sites, many of which are creekside. A large lake for fishing and swimming is at the front of the park and it offers canoe and paddle boat rentals."
"We enjoyed a challenging 11-mile hike up and over 3 mountains from trail heads inside the park. There are shorter hikes that start here as well."
Available this weekend
from $30 - $290 / night
"Set in a lush green Forrest, Unicoi State Park just outside of Helen, GA, has something for everyone."
"We were the only ones in the standard campground (fire pit, picnic table, tent pad). Because it was so cold, we used the huge lodge lobby/lounge to warm up in the evenings."
"While usually that would be a bit weird this park made it one of the most amazing feelings on earth. I pulled in late afternoon, deer were grazing in the primitive camp zones."
"This is Georgia's newest state park (2013) and it is a beautiful park! The staff is great and there is plenty to see/do!"
Available this weekend
from $25 - $225 / night
"It's gorgeous during the fall season & the trails connect to the Appalachian trail. It's pet friendly and usually pretty quiet, despite filling up pretty quickly in fall months."
"Beautiful park. It would have received 5 stars if it had a dump station and wifi (since there is no cell phone service at this park). There is a nice cabin there that rents for $95 per night."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $125 / night
"Open tent areas, trees for hammock camping, cabins and a bunk house are also available. Meals are available Friday night through Sunday morning, as well as breakfast on Monday morning."
"TWO has a great location at the convergence of many great roads. Dedicated to motorcyclists, TWO has tent sites, trees to hammock and small cabins for rent."
"CAMPGROUND REVIEW As I was walking around the campground the word roughstic came to mInd. The road in was rough, the campsite was nice enough but somewhat minimal and the decor rustic."
"Beautiful lake and stables and plenty of room ,yet campsites are tucked away to also give u a private feel as well! Pet friendly as well!"
"They offer everything from tent or RV camping and yurts, to beautiful cabins. We’ve tent camped once and brought our RV five times. If you’re camping, expect spacious campsites with amazing views."
"There are several lodging options to choose from: Tent, Rv, Yurt, Cabin, Mini Cabin. Check them out and come back here to leave them some love."
from $30 - $200 / night
"There is a 6 bunk bunkhouse with beds for $35 a night and they have added small cabins, eco cabins, and a 2 br house. The place is well cared for, well marked, and very reasonably priced."
from $107 / night
"This cabin is new to the Dyrt and open for reservations through the Dyrt!"
from $40 - $50 / night
GuideJust so beautiful and awesome. Camp host was lovely and our site could not have been more perfect. Internet said it was a walk up but it was a drive up. Site 52, I’m convinced it has to be the best one there. It adjoins via a mild staircase to 53 and would be perfect for two families to have. It’s right on the water and the sunset was phenomenal. Love it a lot. Electric and water, picnic table and fire ring.
ScoutI camped here with a friend last weekend and absolutely loved this place! It's a cute little site with a great host, clean bathrooms, free firewood, and super friendly dogs, goats, and people. I would for sure stay here again and recommend.
ScoutWhatever person or group of persons designed the campground were clueless as to how to develop a campground. Sites are packed in the most preposterous configuration to have tents, trailers motorhomes all jammed together nearly touching each other with zero privacy. Come for the hikes and views of the gorge but come with the lowest expectations for the campground and you’ll be fine
ScoutWalk to trail sites, clean bathrooms, sites close together…water and electric at site. Sites are sloped gravel.
GuideWe stayed at Site 18, which has a reputation for being one of the hardest sites to back into. There’s definitely a trick to it! Pull your truck forward along the site, then pull out toward the site across from you, making an S-turn. From there, line it up and back in. It's tricky, but doable!
We loved this area and packed a lot into our stay. We visited BJ’s Apple Orchard, stopped at Burt’s Pumpkin Farm (where I somehow ended up with a 150-pound pumpkin 😂), had dinner at Cascades Restaurant, and took the easy way to see the falls.
The fenced-in sites were a huge plus, especially with our pups. It gave them more room to roam. The bathrooms and showers are individual rooms, which was nice, and the welcome center is one of the nicest we’ve come across.
And then there’s THE HILL. I was born and raised in the Smokies, so I’m no stranger to mountain roads, but the incline is no joke! The reviews are absolutely not exaggerating when they say it’s steep. Come prepared!
I have T-mobile and husband has Xfinity and we both have great service. Wifi in the campground gets the job done for Netflix at night.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful area, plenty to explore, dog-friendly sites, and a campground we’d visit again. 🏕️🥾
GuideCampsite was the perfect lake front spot for our dog’s last camping adventure with us. The resort felt super safe for 2 females traveling with their dog and all campsites and bathrooms were super clean.
RangerWe stayed on site #25 in early August but due to the elevation the weather was mild.
There were plenty of activities to keep us busy at the park and the staff was friendly and helpful.
One thing that surprised us and worth mentioning is that even though the park is massive, the campground appears to have been an afterthought as it, and the sites are generally very small. It would be nice to see them expand it and make the changes to increase the size of sites.
Also, as we have seen at other parks kids on e-bikes is becoming a real problem and safety concern. Young children, many not wearing helmets, continually racing around the campground with no regard for speed limits or traffic signs. It is a recipe for an injury or an unfortunate fatality.
Hopefully parks will begin addressing this issue.
GuideBeautiful views from the trails. I went during the summer in July so it was on the busier side. There is a lake with a beach with boat and paddle board rentals. Seemed like a great spot to fish. Prepare for possibilities of bears as they were around. One night I must have not fully secured my bear box and a bear found my cooler. I tent camped on a pad where I can find some service (T-Mobile) but most spots are spotty. Next time I come, I want to try the back country locations. Trails are awesome with a cool story about the place around the tower and fortification. Attendants at the camp store were really nice. If groceries are needed there is grocery stores in the nearest town of Chatsworth down the mountain
GuideWe have been to this location several times and never had a bad experience. The staff are wonderful. The grounds are well maintained. The environment is beautiful. Kids are safe and there is a lot for everyone to do.
Cabin camping near Dahlonega, Georgia provides access to the Chattahoochee National Forest, where elevations range from 1,400 to 4,458 feet. The region experiences distinct seasons with fall temperatures averaging between 50-70°F during the day, making it popular for leaf viewing. Winter cabin stays offer temperatures that can dip below freezing at higher elevations, requiring proper heating and insulation consideration.
Hiking to waterfalls: Access multiple waterfall trails directly from cabin areas. At Amicalola Falls State Park, visitors can view Georgia's tallest waterfall. "This 730ft cascading waterfall is accessible by stairs and bridge from top to bottom. It's proximity to Atlanta can cause the area around the falls to fill up quick so the earlier or colder the better," notes Fain H. in their review.
Trail connections: Several cabin locations connect to the Appalachian Trail. Lake Winfield Scott Campground offers cabins with trail access. "It has a trail that connects to the AT so you may meet some hikers bound for Maine or may want to make it a stop on a longer AT hike," explains Anna R.
Winter activities: Mountain cabins remain open year-round with specific seasonal programming. At Vogel State Park Campground, winter visitors enjoy cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. "We spent a week here in Feb. 2017 it was a bit chilly and quiet. The sites and trails are very well maintained, all facilities were clean and the park rangers are super friendly," says Kelly W.
Mountain views: Cabins positioned at higher elevations offer panoramic vistas. At Kennedy Creek Resort and Campground, the setting provides direct mountain views. "The setting is absolutely beautiful with direct views of the mountains and sprawling grounds where the resort sits," writes Keith W.
Water features: Many cabins sit near lakes, ponds or creeks. "The lake is 22 acres with trails that go along the lake. As of right now Vogel is on my top 10 list and we will certainly be returning," explains Kelly W. about Vogel State Park's water features.
Off-season tranquility: Winter and spring cabin rentals offer a quieter experience. At Unicoi State Park & Lodge, seasonal variation affects visitor numbers. "We stayed in a cabin at Unicoi State Park after our Spring Break camping trip got rained out. The fireplace was nice and we appreciated the covered parking during the downpour when arrived," notes Dana B.
Seasonal booking considerations: Fall foliage season requires advance reservations up to 13 months ahead for cabins. "It was beautiful and peaceful! During my visit, it was almost entirely retirees from out of state...so other than a random yappy terrier, it was quiet," explains Dave V. about his fall stay at Vogel State Park.
Cabin variations: Accommodations range from basic to deluxe with significant differences in amenities. "We stayed in campsites and cabins. Cabins are so cozy and cute. They have a gas fireplace. Beautiful view of the lake especially cabin 2," notes Kathy C. about Trackrock Campground & Cabins.
Weekday versus weekend experiences: Cabin availability and atmosphere changes significantly between weekdays and weekends. "Meals are available Friday night through Sunday morning, as well as breakfast on Monday morning. Fire wood and ice available 24 hours," mentions Brian F. about Two Wheels of Suchess.
Playground proximity: Choose cabins near dedicated play areas for children. "As with all of the Ga. state parks I've had the pleasure to visit the campground is immaculate. Lots for the kiddos here with a man made lake and paddle boats and canoes for rent, a miniature golf course, and a creek that runs through the campground that seemed the biggest attraction for a great many of the kids," reports Timothy B. about Vogel State Park.
Educational opportunities: Several parks offer ranger-led programs specifically for children. "We went to a ranger program on raptors on Saturday which was interesting," notes Joel R. about his stay at Don Carter State Park.
Wildlife viewing: Morning and evening provide optimal wildlife spotting times near cabins. "My teens loved it. They found all kinds of insects they had never seen even a Luna moth," shares Traci C. about her family's experience at Trackrock Campground.
Road access considerations: Some cabin areas have steep access roads requiring specific vehicle capabilities. "Nice state park with good amenities. Loved the hike and waterfalls. Roads are extremely steep getting to the campground," cautions Kevin B. about Amicalola Falls State Park.
Winter parking: Winter cabin stays may require appropriate tires and 4WD vehicles. "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," warns Soren B. about winter navigation at Amicalola Falls.
Electrical limitations: Cabins have varying electrical capacities. "We had one outlet and water, a picnic table and a firepit. After setting up around 8 pm we cooled off by the fire. Our ac has its own plug, and there was nowhere to plug it in," explains Karen R. about her cabin experience at Trackrock Campground.
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