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Best Campgrounds near Dawsonville, GA

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Campers heading to Dawsonville, Georgia will find several state parks within driving distance for overnight stays. Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground draws many visitors who come for the hiking trails that wind through the impressive canyon. Families tend to prefer Tugaloo State Park Campground where kids can swim and adults can fish during the day. Both parks connect to good roads that make getting in with gear fairly simple. During summer and holiday weekends, you'll want to book ahead since the better sites get claimed quickly. Some campsites sit closer together while others give you more space from neighbors. Trees cover many sites, but not all, so bringing a canopy might help during hot days. Each campground has basic bathroom facilities and tables for meals. Before lighting a campfire, check if any burn bans are active in the area. Most campers can stay up to two weeks before needing to move on. While standard camping doesn't require special permits, double-check the park websites for any changes to this policy. Many locals consider April-May and September-October the best months to visit when temperatures feel comfortable. July and August get quite humid, so pack extra water bottles and sunscreen. The combination of trails and water activities makes Dawsonville's nearby campgrounds worth the trip.

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Best Camping Sites Near Dawsonville, Georgia (447)

    1. Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

    57 Reviews
    Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, GA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 265-4703

    "It's proximity to Atlanta can cause the area around the falls to fill up quick so the earlier or colder the better."

    "If you're taking off on the AT, then you need to get walking. However, if you want a small taste of the AT and would like to camp out near the starting point, then this is a great place to be."

    2. Bolding Mill

    21 Reviews
    Murrayville, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 534-6960

    $20 - $36 / night

    "It was a little longer walk to the water and when a camper was next to us we couldn’t see the lake. We already have our reservations for 2025 in the site we wanted."

    "Our site was near access to walk-in camping (which did not turn out to be a problem since we set up facing the water) and a long walk to the bathroom, which was reasonably clean with hot shower but no"

    3. Bald Ridge Creek

    22 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 889-1591

    $26 - $36 / night

    "Our sites have all been lake-side and very large with a paved drive. There is hiking around the shore line and lots of ducks in the lake to feed (Shh!)"

    "It was right on the lake with a beautiful view. It has a path that goes down to the lake. A lot of the sites are on the lake and most sites offer ample shade."

    4. Duckett Mill

    18 Reviews
    Oakwood, GA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 532-9802

    $26 - $36 / night

    "Almost all the sites have view of lake and many have access to the lake for swimming or paddle boarding or boating. Nice breeze off the lake. Will be back many times."

    "Great location on Lake Lanier. The sites are very large and trees between most sites. Lots of water view sites, some have easier lake access from your site than others for our kayaks."

    5. Shady Grove Campground

    24 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 205-6850

    $20 - $240 / night

    "This site was a nice distance away from the RV focused campsites at the same location."

    "If you love large wooded spots with great lake views and lots of deer to watch....this is your park. Located in a very nice part of Georgia with so many places to go and see."

    6. Vogel State Park Campground

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

    $30 - $260 / night

    "Vogel State Park was perfectly situated along Hwy 19 in the north Georgia mountains for an easy spot for the night."

    "Vogel State Park is hands down one of the nicest parks in Georgia. It has great hiking trails for every level of hiker, and a very beautiful lake that's great for fishing and paddling."

    7. Don Carter State Park Campground

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

    $25 - $225 / night

    "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!"

    "This Georgia State Park is in Gainesville on the Chattahoochee where it meets up with Lake Lanier.  It was very easy to get to from the Atlanta area. "

    8. Old Federal

    19 Reviews
    Oakwood, GA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 967-6757

    $20 - $36 / night

    "Our site was walking distance to the bathhouse, playground and swimming."

    "Grounds were great with easy access to the lake."

    9. Shoal Creek Campground

    19 Reviews
    Buford, GA
    20 miles
    Website

    "There was a nice flat area to set up food, bonfire, chairs, games and to lounge around with family and the dogs. Bathrooms were nice and close to campground, within walking distance."

    "Communication with the main number for the campground went through the Margaritaville Campground nearby. Separate direct lines to the camp office and security were provided after arrival."

    10. Three Forks Campground

    10 Reviews
    Suches, GA
    16 miles
    Website

    "All of the sites are situated along a creek, and a fair distance from each other (most sites you drive between) and off the road."

    "Campground Review:

    Let me begin by specifying that there are two different Three Forks areas in Northh Georgia. One is on the Appalachian Trail and One is near Clayton, Georgia."

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  • Brittany B.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Clark Creek South Campground

    Great view of the Lake

    The campsite was right next to the swimming beach so little to no privacy and very loud. Although I slept very well in my tent because Quiet hours were observed. It was nice waking up to view of Lake Allatoona. Lady at the gate was rude when checking in so make sure to “READ the sign!” Other than that bathrooms were clean and they have laundry and hot water showers. Will most likely be back!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Calhoun A-OK Campground

    Now called CedarBreak…

    Not KOA anymore - the campground has been renamed CedarBreak. New owners and they are very nice and helpful. Nicely Renovated office and store. Upgraded our site when they knew our plans. Minor sound from adjacent road, other than that very quiet, clean, nice layout with trees, good site spacing, I’ll be back.

  • Suzanne-Will C.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Woodring Branch Primitive Campground — Carters Lake

    Great Tent Camping

    I love that this was a tent only camping site (no RVs). The sites were a bit smaller than I would have liked but as it was just the 10 sites on the road, the kids could safely play in the road. The water was by the toilets at the entrance but easily walkable from the sites.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Corbin Creek Tray Mountain

    Best off grid camping

    This is by far my favorite place we’ve been off grid camping. It’s more Jeep friendly than full size vehicles, to get a spot down by the creek. But it is possible to get a full size 4*4 truck down the switch back.

  • Doug S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Persimmon Creek RV Park

    Beautiful Little Camp Ground

    Persimmon Creek is a beautiful and peaceful place. The owner is very friendly and helpful. It is centrally located to some great attractions.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Winding Waters RV Resort

    Labor Day Weekend Glamping

    We booked Friday through Sunday of Labor Day weekend. We arrived after hours on Friday, and our check-in packet was prepared and ready for us when we arrived. No problems checking in and getting hooked up.

    The RV park is enormous, new and extremely well-kept. Our spot was next to the Etowah River and was one of the few that is on gravel and not concrete. The few gravel lots are among the quietest of this very busy place.

    There are plenty of things to do for a family...lazy river pool, pickle ball, etc. There are kids, electric scooters, electric everything flying around the park morning to evening. It's not necessarily a problem so long as you know what to expect. This is a less quiet place than many others that we have stayed at.

    Lots of investment in 5G WiFi towers, but WiFi is not terribly good. I opted to pull out my StarLink for a better, high bandwidth connection.

    My wife and I travel with e-bikes, so we were glad that it was easy to get to southern Cartersville in about 3 miles and to the Cooper's Furnace Day Area also in about 3 miles.

    Overall, and great place as long as you know you're signing up for a pretty active RV resort geared toward lots of family activity. Not particularly quiet. I'll come back... really enjoyed the cleanliness, order and adherence to strict rules.

  • J
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Hickey Gap (Cohutta WMA)

    Beautiful and Quiet

    My girls group and I wanted to do a quick weekend glamping trip. One long rocky road and an active bear warning later we were rocking it by the creek. Bring a bathing suit and some good hiking shoes. There’s a giant waterfall down the trail if you can make the trek. There’s no cell service or security so make sure you’re making safe decisions :)

  • SnakeEyes C.
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Under The Hemlock Campground and Cabins

    Not what you think

    Great place for a one night visit DONT stay any longer than that! Your pets will go missing, the showers don’t work and are nasty! The owner Mike is only nice if you are there for one night. He has multiple people living there. There is a bear family that will destroy all of your belongings. There is NOTHING to do there no pools, no hiking, no visitors are allowed, nowhere to fish, LOUD chickens and a very LOUD annoying barking dog that is never on a leash, if you rent a cabin there is NO RUNNING WATER, it’s overpriced, there is ONLY a microwave. Your best bet is to go to Amicalola State Park

Guide to Dawsonville

Camping near Dawsonville, Georgia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The hike to the base of the Gorge is strenuous with LOTS of stair steps back up but if you can do it certainly worth it."
  • Water Activities: Enjoy swimming and fishing at Tugaloo State Park Campground. A camper shared, "The lake is right across the way from us for some beautiful views, nice beach swimming and parking the boat."
  • Family Events: Participate in seasonal activities at Stone Mountain Park Campground. One family noted, "In October there are different activities for the kids. Fall fest and Halloween parade."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Red Top Mountain State Park Campground said, "The best shower of my camping experience so far! Hot water and great water pressure- what a treat!"
  • Friendly Staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the staff. One reviewer at Fort Yargo State Park Campground remarked, "The staff were able to get me added and discounted my staff which was nice."
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. A visitor at Vogel State Park Campground stated, "Absolutely a perfect campground, in a mature forest, with a lake, streams, hiking trails."

What you should know

  • Site Proximity: Some campgrounds have sites that are closer together. A camper at Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are a little closer to each other than what I'm used to."
  • Access Fees: Be prepared for additional fees at some parks. One visitor at Stone Mountain Park Campground noted, "On top of the $70 a night you must pay a $20 parking fee."
  • Road Conditions: Some campgrounds have narrow or steep roads. A reviewer at Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground advised, "If you have a big RV it may be hard to get in and out of the park."

Tips for camping with families

  • Plan Activities: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly events. A family at Tugaloo State Park Campground said, "The campground has awesome activities through the summer for the kids and for families."
  • Choose Spacious Sites: Opt for sites that offer more room. A camper at Fort Yargo State Park Campground mentioned, "The place is broken up with many cottages, yurts and other tent areas to reserve."
  • Bring Outdoor Games: Keep the kids entertained with outdoor games. One visitor at Vogel State Park Campground shared, "The kids had loads of fun playing by the little rivers."

Tips from RVers

Camping near Dawsonville, Georgia, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does camping in Dawsonville, GA typically cost?

Camping costs near Dawsonville vary by amenity level and location. Don Carter State Park Campground offers sites with great lake access starting around $30-40 per night for standard sites with hookups. Doll Mountain Campground on Carter's Lake provides more affordable options with sites typically ranging from $18-30 per night. For budget-conscious campers, primitive camping at several nearby areas can be found for under $15 per night, while some dispersed camping locations in national forest land offer free options. Most state park campgrounds charge additional parking fees of $5 per vehicle. Always check reservation requirements, as many popular sites book up months in advance, especially during peak summer and fall seasons.

What are the best campgrounds in Dawsonville, GA?

The Dawsonville area offers several exceptional camping options. Vogel State Park Campground stands out with its scenic mountain location, well-maintained facilities, and manicured sites perfect for families. Fort Mountain State Park Campground is another favorite, offering private wooded sites at higher elevation that provide natural cooling in summer months. Both parks feature clean bathrooms and plenty of recreational opportunities. For those seeking lakeside camping, several options around Lake Lanier provide water access and spacious sites. RV campers particularly appreciate the generous site spacing and hookup options at many of these campgrounds. The best time to visit is spring through fall, with October offering spectacular foliage views and cooler temperatures.

Are there hiking trails near the camping areas in Dawsonville?

Dawsonville's camping areas offer excellent access to diverse hiking trails. Raven Cliff Falls features beautiful hiking paths including access to its namesake waterfall trail, though be prepared for high weekend traffic. Panther Creek Recreation Area provides scenic trail options within the Cohutta Wilderness with varying difficulty levels. For mountain biking enthusiasts, Jackrabbit Mountain offers trails that connect directly to the campground. Many local state parks maintain well-marked trail systems ranging from easy lake loops to more challenging mountain ascents. The north Georgia mountains surrounding Dawsonville feature numerous trail options within a short drive, making the area ideal for hikers seeking everything from brief nature walks to serious day hikes.

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