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Tent Camping near Ellerslie, GA
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Tent campers near Ellerslie, Georgia can find several primitive options within a short drive. Kings Pond at Fort Benning offers a peaceful tent camping experience with basic amenities, while Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area provides more remote dispersed camping opportunities approximately 45 miles north of Ellerslie. The Hollow at Triple Threat Farm features tent sites with more amenities including drinking water and shower facilities.
Most tent sites in the Ellerslie area offer limited facilities and require proper preparation. Kings Pond allows alcohol and fires with picnic tables available at most sites. Joe Kurz WMA requires a valid Georgia hunting or fishing license to camp, reflecting its primary purpose for outdoor recreation. Toilets are available at Kings Pond and The Hollow, but many other sites lack facilities entirely. Fire pits are common at established sites, though campers should check seasonal fire restrictions before their visit. Drinking water is scarce across most locations, with The Hollow being a notable exception offering potable water.
The camping experience varies significantly across these tent-focused destinations. Kings Pond creates a sense of seclusion despite its location on Fort Benning military property. A visitor noted, "Although it's on post, and you can still hear training some nights, you feel as if you're a million miles away." Joe Kurz WMA provides a more remote experience with no cell coverage and primarily attracts tent and car campers. The Hollow at Triple Threat Farm offers an "off-grid done right" experience according to camper feedback. Pecan Orchard Estate Campground provides tent camping in a 15-acre pecan grove with abundant wildlife viewing opportunities, particularly birdwatching. These locations offer varying degrees of isolation, natural settings, and basic amenities for tent campers seeking outdoor experiences near Ellerslie.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Ellerslie (10)
1. Kings Pond/ Fort Benning
"I have a 5th wheel and its pretty flat gravel roads, no electric or sewage or water; only a pit toilet) must be self sufficient to stay here."
2. Chewacla State Park Campground
"Sewage is nicely placed in a low spot so you won't need a hose lifter (a rarity in our experience). Out spot is across from the bath house, but also the dump station."
"Chewacla was a favorite to visit for a few hours a a local college student and now it’s an excellent location to take the family on an RV trip."
12 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
3. Piney Hills Campground
4. Lakepoint Resort State Park Campground
"The campsites are spacious and thoughtfully laid out, providing just the right amount of privacy while still feeling connected to the natural surroundings."
"Safe for kids to ride around on bikes for hours. Site are big and the one we were at backed up on woods. Great view of the lake and sunset. "
124 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
5. Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area
"Ahead of my trip to Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area(WMA), I've gathered crucial details for anyone looking to explore this serene destination."
"Clean and cleared paths. All kinds of animals roaming about."
6. The Hollow at Triple Threat Farm
from $69 - $79 / night
7. Pine and Oak Campsite
Check Availabilityfrom $23 - $30 / night
8. Pecan Orchard Estate-Campground
"Lots of wild life & TONs of singing birds 🐦 TREES are gorgeous 😍"
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $20 / night
9. Southern Harbor
10. Heard WMA Campground No. 3
Drive Time
- 14 min from Columbus, GA
- 54 min from Auburn, AL
- 1 hr 19 min from Warner Robins, GA
- 1 hr 21 min from Macon, GA
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Tent Camping Reviews near Ellerslie, GA
385 Reviews of 10 Ellerslie Campgrounds
- DDavid P.Traveler
Rood Creek Park Camping
Beautiful, quiet camping by the water. There’s about 12-15 spots. We arrived on a Tuesday and spent 2 nights. No problem finding a great spot for our camper van to set up camp and enjoy the views. Very peaceful. Price is right too, its free!
Lisa M.
ScoutFranklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground
Site 204 Sep 9 to Sep 14
Site is a good size located on the shore of Lake Delano under trees. Great view. Fire ring and picnic table equipped. The temp is still hot and humid but there is a breeze which makes it bearable in the daytime, nights are cooler and comfortable. Plenty to explore with Pine Mountain Trail close by. Would stay here again. This site is water and electric only with dump station at entrance.
- BBroc G.Scout
Bluff Creek Campground at COE Walter F George
Wasted potential
This campground has so much potential to be great. The volunteers were awesome and helpful. They checked on us multiple times during out stay. The grounds were poorly maintained. The gravel area in most sites were overtaken with grass and ants. The water line at our site leaked and the concrete slab was flooded. The road to the boat launch was closed due to a downed tree limb that looked to have been there for weeks. Laundry services had been removed.
On a positive note, deer were plentiful and a great bonus. Wife, infant son, and I left a day early as our tent and bedding had been infested with ants.
Verizon coverage was spotty. Data speeds were very slow if available at all.
Nancy W.
LegendR. Shaefer Heard Campground
Nice COE Campground
This is a typical park where not all sites are created equal. Some are paved, some are gravel. Some have 50 amp, some are 30-amp. Some are perfectly level and some have really steep grades. Some sites are pull-thru, some are back-in. Some are really long, some are much shorter. The roads in the campground are paved, free of potholes, and fairly easily navigable for big-rigs. All sites are pet-friendly and have water and electric. There are no sewer sites. Campsites 1-27 and 85-106 have 50-amp electric while the others are 30-amp. Some sites (40, 47, 50, 52, 65, 80, 84, 87, 89, 101) are “double-unit” (or buddy) sites which is reflective in the $60/night price. There are bathrooms scattered throughout the campground in each loop but there are only two shower houses in the entire campground. Sites 1-16 are perfectly level as are a few others. Reservations can be made online and the website has pictures and descriptions as well as length of site. The campground is very dark at night with the only lights being at the bathrooms. We love dark campgrounds where the moon and stars are bright. Unfortunately, numerous campers left their lights all night which we find really annoying. Our Verizon phone was very spotty and not reliable. We were able to use our portable Dish satellite to get television. There is a dump station located conveniently on your way out which is quite busy on Sundays at check out.
Renea O.ScoutPiney Hills Campground
Step back in time
What a charming little place. Great showers houses, propane filling station, laundry on site and lots of tails to hike or ride ATV’s but my favorite part is the farm animals and the host. They are super sweet.
- VVivian G.
GuideAndersonville City Campground
Just okay
The previous reviews are outdated and so is the campground. It is so important to review every stay so we are all up to date. Bathrooms were small and dirty. Only one bathroom/shower combo for women and one for men. If someone is using the bathroom, you need to wait. This place is okay in a pinch, but that’s it.
Phillip H.GuideFlorence Marina State Park Campground
Small but nice
Site 22 full hookup. Small campground with nothing around in terms of town or business. Bathhouses were very well kept. Laundry was $1! Went to Providence Canyon SP. Very interesting hikes and sites. Watch those log trucks they move!
Rusty R.GuideAuburn RV Park at Leisure Time Campground
Great Faciliites
A little hard to find but the facilities are very clean and the spots are well laid out. The pool is part of a water park which is only open seasonally, so check the dates if you are wanting to take a dip
Guide to Ellerslie
Tent campsites near Ellerslie, Georgia range from primitive woodland sites to more established grounds with basic amenities. The area experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and mild winters where nighttime temperatures occasionally drop below freezing. Most campsites in this region sit within pine and hardwood forests with moderate terrain variations and clay-based soil that can become muddy after rainfall.
What to do
Birdwatching opportunities: Pecan Orchard Estate Campground offers excellent wildlife viewing in its 15-acre orchard. According to Farah J., "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."
Fishing access: Pine and Oak Campsite provides direct access to nearby fishing spots where campers can catch bass and bream. The single campsite setup ensures privacy while maintaining proximity to water access points.
Military history exploration: Visit Kings Pond at Fort Benning where Joshua B. notes, "We stayed with a generator and there is a gas station near by (roughly 4-5 miles away)." The proximity to Fort Benning allows campers to visit the National Infantry Museum located about 30 minutes away.
What campers like
Solitude and quiet: Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area offers a disconnected experience that many campers appreciate. Lenear B. confirms, "No cell coverage, has fire pit, mostly tent and car campers. I went with a travel trailer."
Natural settings: The Hollow at Triple Threat Farm provides primitive camping with just enough amenities for comfort. Tiffany B. succinctly describes it as "Off-grid done right!"
Accessibility: Most tent camping areas around Ellerslie provide drive-up access to sites, eliminating long hikes with gear. Several locations permit vehicle parking directly at or near tent sites, simplifying the camping experience.
What you should know
License requirements: Camping at Joe Kurz WMA requires proper documentation as Lonnie B. explains: "Important to note is the requirement for a valid Georgia hunting or fishing license to camp, reflecting the area's primary use for hunting and fishing activities."
Limited facilities: Most tent sites have minimal amenities. Bring sufficient water, portable toilets when needed, and prepare for limited or no shower facilities.
Military training noise: Kings Pond campers should expect some noise disturbance despite the otherwise peaceful setting. As Joshua B. mentions, "Its free and at night can be noisy due to the boot camp training (you'll hear gunshots and artillery in the distance) but otherwise no one bothers you."
Tips for camping with families
Potable water access: When camping with children, choose sites like The Hollow which provides drinking water access, reducing the amount you need to transport.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Schedule morning and evening wildlife observation sessions at Pecan Orchard Estate Campground where diverse bird species are most active.
Safety preparations: Bring a basic first aid kit, insect repellent, and sufficient lighting for navigating campgrounds after dark.
Tips from RVers
Size limitations: Most tent campsites near Ellerslie are not suitable for larger RVs. As Lenear B. noted about Joe Kurz WMA, it's "mostly tent and car campers," though they did manage with a travel trailer.
Self-sufficiency requirements: RVers should be prepared for boondocking conditions. Joshua B. advises about Kings Pond, "I have a 5th wheel and its pretty flat gravel roads, no electric or sewage or water; only a pit toilet) must be self sufficient to stay here."
Generator considerations: Verify generator policies before arrival as regulations vary by site. Some locations permit generators during limited hours while others prohibit them entirely.
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