Camping options near Cartersville, Georgia include several established RV parks and campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. The region sits at approximately 764 feet above sea level in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, with average summer temperatures reaching 89°F and cooler fall nights dropping to the 40s. Most campgrounds in the area remain open year-round with varying amenities and proximity to outdoor recreation.
What to do
Kayaking at Cedar Creek: Cedar Creek RV & Outdoor Center offers water recreation with on-site kayak rentals. "Kayaking is one of the main activities. Kayak rentals and sales. Friendly staff," notes Robert C., who visited in June 2025.
Fishing at Twin Lakes: Fish in the small lakes at Twin Lakes RV Park, located about 30 miles from Cartersville. "You're allowed to fish in the lake, but no swimming or kayaking. They have a really cool trail that goes behind the lake that's a mile long," according to Alanna W.
Hiking nearby: The Beautiful Rock Campground connects to local trails with varying difficulty levels. Asher K. mentioned, "We spent the whole day covering about 35 miles on our bikes with gear on the back having an amazing time. We were even able to stop for lunch in Rockmart and take a nice break."
What campers like
Creek access: At Cedar Creek RV & Outdoor Center, campers appreciate the peaceful waterfront setting. "We parked our 22ft travel trailer at site 30 which was bounded to the north and east by the tent camping area. The nice gurgling stream (Big Cedar Creek) bounds the campground to the east and is a nice walk through a mowed/maintained field," writes Chris C.
Beach swimming: Diamond Lure Campground offers a swimming area approximately 34 miles from Cartersville. "There's a little beach to swim in or go fishing, etc. There are gorgeous, peaceful walking trails that are decorated really well!" reports Heather L.
Cell service: While most Cartersville area RV parks offer decent connectivity, some provide superior service. At Talona Ridge RV Resort, MickandKarla W. noted, "We got 4 bars on Verizon and T-Mobile. The CG Wifi was above average."
What you should know
Site selection considerations: At Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve, campers should expect varying site quality. "Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve is definitely urban. The sites aren't much wider than the trailers. You definitely won't sit outside for the scenery," according to Art Z., who also mentioned that "the pavement is so deteriorated that it is almost moon craters."
Reservation requirements: Campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons, particularly on weekends. At The Beautiful Rock Campground, Asher K. reported, "Since I knew it was going to be one of the first beautiful weekends of fall and that there would probably be a crowd I emailed the campground in advance to make a reservation."
Payment methods: Some RV sites near Cartersville require specific payment types. Twin Lakes RV Park takes only cash or check payments according to Alanna W., who noted, "Just FYI they only take cash or check payments."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Diamond Lure Campground features family-friendly water activities. Donald G. describes it as "a hidden gem at the foothills of the N. GA mountains. Scenery is wooded and rustic with a tranquil lake on the property."
Pet-friendly facilities: Several campgrounds accommodate pets with dedicated areas. At Diamond Lure, Corey G. found specialized pet amenities: "They even have things for dogs! (Dog bath, dog beach, dog park, etc)."
Playground access: Winding Waters RV Resort offers extensive children's activities. Christina H. observed, "There is no shortage of activities for children. The resort's pool is a huge beach-style pool with a hot tub and even a huge waterslide. There is a large playground and huge dog run."
Tips from RVers
RV site spacing: At Talona Ridge RV Resort, site selection affects the camping experience. "We were on a very nice end site with plenty of yard space where our rally friends gathered for evening fires. The back-ins in front of our site were a little tricky to get into but doable," notes MickandKarla W.
Water pressure considerations: Water pressure varies significantly between campgrounds and even within the same park. MickandKarla W. reported at Talona Ridge: "Water pressure was good at around 50 psi. From talking to other campers in this area, some had lower water pressure and took their regulators off."
Navigation challenges: When approaching rv sites near Cartersville, Georgia, some campgrounds require careful route planning. MickandKarla W. advised: "As our Brinkley G3500 is 13' 8" high, we routed to miss a 13' 7" bridge on a small portion of US-76 just off of US-411. Instead of taking the left turn onto US-76, we stayed on US-411 down to GA-136."
