Best Tent Camping near Forsyth, GA

Dispersed tent camping options near Forsyth, Georgia include several primitive sites with varying levels of solitude and amenities. Ocmulgee River Camp offers tent campsites in an open area about a mile off the main road, while Tyler Hunt Camp provides more secluded tent sites. Panola Mountain State Park Campground, located near Stockbridge, offers walk-in tent sites with a 3/4-mile hike to reach the camping area.

Most tent campgrounds in the Forsyth area have minimal amenities, requiring campers to be self-sufficient. Ocmulgee River Camp features primitive tent sites with fire pits but no drinking water, toilets, or trash facilities. Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area provides picnic tables and allows fires, but requires a valid Georgia hunting or fishing license to camp. Many tent campsites are accessible via gravel or dirt roads that may be bumpy but generally passable for standard vehicles. The area experiences seasonal hunting activity, with campers reporting hearing gunshots in the distance during hunting seasons.

Tent campers at these sites often enjoy peaceful natural surroundings with opportunities for wildlife viewing. The primitive tent sites at Ocmulgee River Camp offer open spaces that provide good stargazing opportunities, though some visitors note the occasional sound of train horns in the distance. Panola Mountain provides a more secluded experience with darker night skies and proximity to hiking trails, though visitors need to plan for the walk-in access. According to one visitor, Tyler Hunt Camp is "a refuge. There are privately owned homes around but the folks keep to themselves. It's quiet, super dark at night and beautiful." Seasonal variations affect the camping experience, with summer months bringing warmer temperatures and higher humidity levels near water sources.

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  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 25, 2023

    Lake Sinclair Campground

    Good Location for Ocmulgee Mounds Visit

    Lake Sinclair, GA: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    Summary: I have stopped by to camp for 4 years. This time we stayed in the electric, Loop A which has 5 sites. There were other users there who were concerning. One was what looks to be a homeless extended stay occupant in a trailer. The other was a tent camping couple who decided to camp with their tents in the RV only area. That said, the lower loops, Loop A and Loop D are more visible to the camp host, thus a safer feeling. If you don’t want electric hookup, those loops are a nicer area of the campground.

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer with a desire for a campsite that has at least some visual privacy - after the trailer is in the spot.)

    Overall Rating: 1.5 for the electric sites - they are not necessarily attractive, out in the open, and no visual separation between sites. They are moderately spaced. The non-electric sites(no generators allowed as per website) area 4 rating. There are spacious and well spaced sites in the Loop B. Many sites are set back from the campground loop road.
    Price 2023: $ 10.5 for elect site & 4.5 for non-electric site w interagency pass Usage during visit: Very light - Thanksgiving Site Privacy: More privacy in non electric sites Site Spacing: 5 decent sized sites in the electric loop. Non- electric loop has very large sites.
    Site surface: Gravel Reservations: First come, first serve.
    Campground Noise: Very quiet. Only one other camper Road Noise: Too far from a main road to be an issue. From electric sites and from some non electric sites the traffic in the access road can be heard.
    Through Traffic in campground: Not through campground. There is on the access road to access the lake. Boaters use this road along with other day users. Electric Hookup: Loop A, sites 1 - 5 only Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes, just following the check in station on the right. Potable Water Available: At electric sites. Generators: Not allowed. This is a shame since this campground is so lightly used. Bathroom/ Shower House: Yes - In Loop B (services both Loop A and B). Hot water worked only in the woman’s shower. The hot water in the shower in Loop D works fine and is in a little nicer facility. Drive to that one for a shower. These are pretty old buildings, but pretty clean. Bathroom only house in the day use area is new and nicer to be in. Pull Throughs: Site 5 is a pull through. Cell Service (AT&T): 1 to 2 bars. Setting: In a deciduous forest. Lower loop( non-electric) has a lakeside (or two)trailer sites . Weather: Cool and partial sun. Bugs: None Solar: Depends on the site and probably none when there is foliage. Host: Yes. Located in D-loop .
    Rig size: Not suited for big rigs.
    Sites: Loop A is the Electric loop with 5 sites. Loop A is not so great. There are beautiful extra large sites in non-electric/no generator lower Loop B. Loop C has been “temporarily”, as per signage, closed for at least 4 years. Loop D has smaller sites, many of which look to be tent sites. Some of these sites are nicely located close to the lakeside in both B and D.

  • Rachel G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 8, 2020

    High Falls State Park Campground

    Falls

    Went to High Falls State Park in January. site number 27. We stayed 8 nights There are two campgrounds- lakeside and River camping area. Lakeside is by High falls Lake and is closest to the falls. River camping is across the street we stayed in River camping area. Nice sites but open to neighbors. Sites included table, fire ring, lantern hook. Some sites are 30 amp some 50 amp and had some pull through sites. After the weekend we were one of only a few in the campground in January. Weather may change this time of year we had a lot of rain one day and freezing temperatures overnight but mostly it was good camping weather. Camp hosts were awesome!!! This park is not far off i-75. Dollar general was a few miles other than that not much around. Very easy hiking trail to waterfalls and several trails along Towaliga River, ruins of an old Mill. There is no swimming in falls or river. Afterr rain falls were flowing very fast. This park also has a swimming pool, mini golf, yurts, boat rentals all were closed in January. Bathhouses were well maintained and had laundry facilities. Phone and TV reception we're good at this park. 8 days was too much here I would recommend 4 to 5 days or as a stopover point but would definitely return here.

  • P
    Apr. 17, 2020

    Lake Sinclair Campground

    Beautiful Campsites!

    Very spacious camp sites complete with a gravel square to set up your tent, plenty of trees to hang hammocks, a charcoal grill, fire pit, hanger for trash, picnic table, and beautiful views of the lake and surrounding forest. Restrooms and showere near most camp sites too. Will be returning!

  • Caitlin S.
    Jan. 31, 2022

    High Falls State Park Campground

    Nice campground for a weekend getaway!

    We stayed in the River Camping Area - Loop D. The campground felt secluded and the sites were spacious. We enjoyed hiking Falls Trail with our two dogs and checking out some of the nearby cities - Jackson & Forsyth.

    A few things to note: the internet is VERY spotty and the sites are not level. The entrance is very dark at night and the road is narrow and windy, so try to arrive before dark if you can.

  • Justin R.
    Nov. 3, 2024

    Claystone Park Campground

    First Time Camping and It Set the Bar

    Claystone Park was our first ever experience tent camping. Everything was great from the location of the bathroom and shower house, to ample space, and spectacular views. Quiet hours were respectfully observed, and all the amenities provided within our campsite were more than enough. Clean clean clean

  • Everette G.
    Oct. 18, 2020

    Lawrence Shoals Campground

    Quaint, Rustic Campground, Not Very Tent Friendly

    My wife and I booked site 1 after there was nothing else available, literally, in the entire state. We arrived Friday afternoon, first impression is that the park is extremely well maintained. The hosts were very friendly, and very accommodating after learning that our site actually wasn't suitable for our tent. We moved to site 36, which, unlike site 1, was flat and long enough for our admittedly huge tent. Each site had a grill and either a grated iron fire ring or stone fire ring. The facilities were well maintained although the hardware was fairly dated. There were laundry machines at the facilities as well. The park itself was very quaint and rustic, with some very well maintained trails that catered to both hikers and bikers. There is a very cool rock effigy with a multi story observation tower, and lots of very cool information. It's like an outdoor museum. This campground isn't particularly tent friendly, but it's not a bad option if you want something local or need it as a backup. Definitely choose your site with care if you are in a tent, as not all of the sites are flat or have gravel pads. The campground is far enough from major light pollution to see a good amount of stars in the sky, but they do have huge floodlights at the entrance of the campground. Overall, I'm glad to know that it is there in case we are unable to go to one of our go-to campgrounds, but I wouldn't call it my favorite.

  • N P.
    Aug. 23, 2020

    High Falls State Park Campground

    Good pit stop with trails

    Spent one night on the road here at a RV site on the lakeside camping area (they also offer additional entrance to river side camping.) Busy but courteous neighbors. Playground, mini golf, swimming pool (closed), and pretty clean toilets. Keep that trash far—ants love it here! Nice falls trail hike in the afternoon. Well-marked trails with some fun off shoot paths. Ordered Papa Johns right to the campsite entrance!

  • N
    Sep. 27, 2023

    Newton Factory Shoals Rec Area

    Nice Waterfront View

    Note to future campers: the campground is NOT located at the address provided. This is the recreational park. The campground is actually up the road, on the opposite side of the park, at the entrance of the graveyard.

    This campground is first come, first serve. It is $15 dollars a night. Some of the sites are waterfront. There is a bathroom with a shower that was kept up with and stocked with toilet paper and paper towels. There is also a water spigot near the bathroom and electrical outlets in the bathroom.

    We arrived late at night and didn’t see how to pay for the campground so we just set up but the next morning, the campground manager, Raymond, stopped by to welcome us and take our payment. He was very nice and helpful, keeping up with the grounds and the bathroom, and answering any questions we had.

    We lucked out and got a waterfront site (site 4) due to the fact somebody checked out early. We had a happy little bonus of getting to watch the beavers play in the river early in the morning. Each of the sites have a raised gravel platform for tents, a grill, trash can, and a fire pit.

    The campground was full on Saturday when we arrived but cleared out during the week.

    All in all, we enjoyed our stay and would definitely be back if we ever come back to the area.

    Thanks again, Raymond, for all that you do to keep up with the place and make it an enjoyable experience for campers like us!

    On a final note: this campground is definitely set up for primitive camping, focusing more on tents. We have a 10 foot trailer. We were able to back in to our spot with no problem. The site was not level but that wasn’t a big deal for us in our rooftop tent. We didn’t check out the other sites but an RV would probably have a hard time setting up here.

  • S
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Old Salem Park Campground

    NO ANTS

    This is a very nice campgrounds the sites are well spaced an fairly level. My site was so level I didn't need leveling blocks.  I like having pea gravel in stead of dirt, it's so much cleaned after it rains. Georgia Power has gone to great lengths to get rid of the ants. We went prepared for a problem and there was no problem at our site. I talked with our neighbors and none of them had problems either. The bath house and the grounds were well maintained. Staff was friendly and out and about most of the day. The dump station has been upgraded and 2 new dump stations have been added for a total of 3 stations. I don't know if Star link or Satellite TV will work because of the tree cover, but my T-Mobile home internet worked great. Old Salem is on our list of campgrounds to return to. I hope your stay is as enjoyable as ours was.


Guide to Forsyth

Dispersed camping in the vicinity of Forsyth, Georgia offers options within several wildlife management areas and state parks. The terrain features rolling hills with elevations ranging from 500-800 feet and clay-based soil that can become muddy after rainfall. Winter temperatures average 40-60°F while summer months typically reach 85-95°F with high humidity, affecting camping comfort particularly in low-lying areas near water.

What to do

Hunting education programs: Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area hosts seasonal safety classes for beginning hunters. "Ahead of my trip to Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area, I've gathered crucial details for anyone looking to explore this serene destination. Important to note is the requirement for a valid Georgia hunting or fishing license to camp," notes visitor Lonnie B.

Night sky observation: Open areas at Ocmulgee River Camp provide exceptional stargazing opportunities. "Beautiful campsite, just a few neighbors, tons of flat space and a few fire pits. There are hunters around and we heard a good deal of shots. Saw some deer on a walk," shares Julie H., who camped during summer.

Trail exploration: Trails at Panola Mountain State Park Campground offer nature education opportunities. "We took the guided tour of the Mountain and it was awesome. We ate Pine Trees and they explained about likenand the red fungus. Highly recommended," writes Holly B. about the interpretive programs available.

What campers like

Wildlife encounters: Several campsites report frequent deer sightings. "It was nice and warm even in December! Almost 70 degrees! Spot with a nice horse trail to hike - saw some deer and a mystery black animal, maybe a boar or a bear - unsure," reports SJ W. from Ocmulgee River Camp.

Natural soundscape: Campers note the variety of wildlife sounds at night. "Very peaceful and even had the sounds of a vibrant coyote pack," writes Michael T. about his overnight stay at Panola Mountain State Park Campground.

Off-grid experience: The Hollow at Triple Threat Farm provides primitive camping with basic amenities. "Off-grid done right!" summarizes Tiffany B., indicating the balance between rustic camping and necessary facilities.

What you should know

Cell service variability: Coverage varies significantly between campgrounds. "No cell coverage, has fire pit, mostly tent and car campers. I went with a travel trailer," notes Lenear B. about Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area.

Nighttime activity: Some sites experience vehicle traffic after dark. "I enjoyed my stay here during the day, but things changed after dark. As night fell, I began preparing for bed, but I noticed vehicles coming and going—at least three within an hour," reports Micah C. about his experience at Tyler Hunt Camp.

Site accessibility: Road conditions to camping areas vary seasonally. "Very nice a bit bumpy on the drive in but no major holes. Quiet and peaceful 2 neighbors great amount of space to find a nice spot," explains J A. about accessing Ocmulgee River Camp.

Tips for camping with families

Distance preparation: Walk-in sites require planning for gear transport. "Getting to the campsite was simple enough and it is the quoted 3/4 mile walk in. It was great to see some families utilizing the space," shares Michael T. about Panola Mountain State Park Campground.

Weather considerations: December camping can be unexpectedly warm. "It was nice and warm even in December! Almost 70 degrees!" notes SJ W., indicating the potential for comfortable winter camping with proper preparation.

Space requirements: Groups need sites with adequate room for multiple tents. "Open spaces and very quiet this time of the year (January) train horn in the distance and gunshots in the distance as well from hunters here and there but all around a great spot to really enjoy," writes Greg D. about the spaciousness at Ocmulgee River Camp.

Tips from RVers

Trailer access: Some dispersed sites accommodate travel trailers despite primitive conditions. "No cell coverage, has fire pit, mostly tent and car campers. I went with a travel trailer," explains Lenear B. about his experience bringing an RV to Joe Kurz Wildlife Management Area.

Road conditions: Access roads may present challenges for larger rigs. "Nice open camp site with plenty of spots for camping. Only a mile off the road, which is a little bumpy but manageable," advises Michael S. regarding conditions at Ocmulgee River Camp.

Site selection: Flat camping spots are available but limited for larger vehicles. "Open spaces and very quiet this time of the year," notes Greg D., indicating potential for RV camping during winter months when visitor numbers decrease.

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