Top Tent Camping near Franklin, GA

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Best Tent Sites Near Franklin, GA (29)

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    1. Bush Head Shoals Park

    4 Reviews
    21 Photos
    40 Saves

    Bush Head Shoals park is over 600 acres of beautiful terrain right on the Chattahoochee river! We have 6 semi primitive campsites, hiking, fishing, and a kayaking launch site. Located in Franklin, Ga.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    $20 / night

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    2. Sweetwater Creek State Park

    28 Reviews
    121 Photos
    263 Saves

    Sweetwater Creek State Park is a peaceful tract of wilderness only minutes from downtown Atlanta. A wooded trail follows the stream to the ruins of the New Manchester Manufacturing Company, a textile mill burned during the Civil War. Beyond the mill, the trail climbs rocky bluffs to provide views of the beautiful rapids below. Additional trails wind through fields and forest, showcasing ferns, magnolias, wild azaleas and hardwoods. Park rangers lead informative hikes to these areas throughout the year.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    3. Turnipseed Campground

    16 Reviews
    86 Photos
    124 Saves

    Enjoy nature at its best especially during the fall when mother nature dazzles you with an array of vibrant colors. This__ primitive camp is located near the Cheaha Wilderness Area and offers camping and hiking. Turnipseed Camp has sanitary facilities.

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    4. Cheaha Falls Campground

    10 Reviews
    82 Photos
    96 Saves
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    • Dispersed
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      5. Hideaway Park

      2 Reviews
      20 Saves
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Dispersed

      $25 / night

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      6. McDill Point Backcountry Campground

      5 Reviews
      31 Photos
      51 Saves

      Start hiking at Cheaha Trailhead, located at the far end of a parking area just before you get to Cheaha State Park on Highway 281. Follow the Cave Creek Trail until you reach the Pinhoti connector, and hang a right to take the Pinhoti Trail northbound. Look for a sign that points to McDill overlook, and follow a side trail for the last quarter mile. Along this side trail you’ll pass the wreckage of a small plane that supposedly crashed back in 1972. Look for blue and white pieces of the plane off the trail to your right. Keep going and you’ll eventually come to a campsite that would comfortably fit 3 or 4 tents, only about 100 yards shy of the overlook. Camping in this area is a great option because you’re close to the cliffs, but protected from the wind. There are also a few spots right at the cliffs that are big enough for a small tent or hammocks and have better views, but are a bit breezier. The boulder cliffs are an awesome place to hang out at sunset or for stargazing, just remember to keep a headlamp on you! The next day, backtrack the quarter mile and continue on the Pinhoti back towards Cheaha State Park. Several rocky outcroppings provide some good views along the way.

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        7. Heard WMA Campground No. 3

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        5 Saves

        Roughing it at its finest. Down dirt roads and through thousands of acres of a wildlife management hunting preserve, these primitive campsites are available for tents and RVs on a first-come, first-served basis. An ideal location for hiking the backwoods. A quintessential night under the stars and a cozy campfire makes this a nature lover’s paradise.

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        8. Cheaha Falls Private Backcountry Campsite

        3 Reviews
        16 Photos
        22 Saves

        Dispersed backcountry sites

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        10. Talladega National Forest Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area

        3 Reviews
        34 Photos
        15 Saves

        Not far from Cheaha State park is Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area. This 17-acre lake is tucked into a pastoral valley of peacefulness. Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area offers sanitary facilities, hiking, picnicking, fishing and the Chinnabee Silent Trail connects the campground to Cheaha Wilderness. Lake Chinnabee is an ideal spot to enjoy nature for daytime recreation.

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      Recent Tent Reviews In Franklin

      496 Reviews of 29 Franklin Campgrounds


      • Tia K.
        Camper-submitted photo from Holiday Campground
        Oct. 25, 2024

        Holiday Campground

        Busy Campground

        Good lake access/sunset views/boat ramp. Tends to be quite a busy campground, so getting a prime spot in peak season can be difficult. Management noted to be on the stricter side.

      • Tia K.
        Camper-submitted photo from Whitetail Ridge Campground
        Oct. 25, 2024

        Whitetail Ridge Campground

        2nd Go-to Campsite

        Lovely campgrounds on Lake West Point, less campers and fewer, more spaced out lots. Great fun on the water during the spring and summer

      • Tia K.
        Camper-submitted photo from R. Shaefer Heard Campground
        Oct. 25, 2024

        R. Shaefer Heard Campground

        Go-to Campsite

        Great for spring/summer camping, kind camp hosts, and great fun paddleboarding and jetskiing on Lake West Point. My family’s go-to spot!

      • Michael T.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Sweetwater Creek State Park
        Oct. 18, 2024

        Sweetwater Creek State Park

        A quiet oasis away from RVs

        There's only limited camping here. There's several yurts and 5 walk-in tent sites. Yes, some of the reviews here are confusing this park with another. There's NO RV or TRAILER camping here. 

        The Yurts look awesome but do attract gaggles of families so be warned that if you're looking for a quiet get away then you may find yourself in the middle of a large family reunion that has no care for other campers. 

        The camping is isolated from the bustling 'core' of the park too. That's a nice change from other parks in the area. But you will also need to drive to the trailheads more than likely so take that into consideration when packing etc. 

        The tent sites run a little parallel to each other. I didn't go any look at the lake views from 5 at the back but expected it to be partial if that. Site 1 and 2 would be my first choice when I go back.

        There is also full cell reception given its proximity to Atlanta.

        Update: - Something else to know is that the visitor center called for 'check in' before we arrived and organized a wood drop off service.

      • Work1
        Camper-submitted photo from Lakeside RV Park
        Oct. 14, 2024

        Lakeside RV Park

        Great place

        I enjoyed camping here it's nice owner's nice very respectful they have a pond and you could drive your golf cart all around the campsite to use your ATV UTV enjoy the pond as a catch and release best place ever thank you for having me.

      • judy M.
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        Oct. 13, 2024

        Ramsey RV Park

        Ramsey rv park / warm springs ga.

        Owner and office (Mike & rhonda) are very helpful, accommodating, and friendly. Full hookups, salt h2o sparkling pool. Over 55. Bath house - dated but clean. Laundry facilities. Some firepits and some picnic tables. Spaced well. Accommodates short or long term camping. Gathering covered area with seating, tv, wood burning fireplace and large grill. Dogs on leash.

      • Kris
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        Oct. 12, 2024

        Atlanta West Campground

        Great place

        The campsite's proximity to I-20 makes it super convenient to get to. It's a great spot for a quick trip or a longer stay, and the friendly seasonal campers really add to the community vibe. By the way, I just bought a camper with the help of radiant credit union customer service. Their customer service was so helpful in sorting out the financial side of things, which means I can now enjoy camping trips to places like Atlanta West Campground hassle-free!

      • judy M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Ramsey RV Park
        Oct. 11, 2024

        Ramsey RV Park

        Ramsey rv park// warm springs, ga.

        Full hook up's, salt h2o swimming pool, cable, bath house, camp fires allowed, pets allowed on leash, $700.00 / month. Older rv and m.home park (1967) and bath house is dated but clean, laundry facilities. Gathering area with BBQ grill, tv and fireplace. Privately owned. Short or long term camping. Checks or cash only. We plan to stay long term, month to month. Most spots are spaced for privacy. Some are shaded. Not much to do in Warm Springs ga. Would not depend on any action.
        . QUIET!! PRIVATE!!

      • WThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Coleman Lake Rec Area
        Oct. 9, 2024

        Coleman Lake Rec Area

        Fun forest find

        Great camping option for first come. Glad to get plenty of options for sites. Long drive in. Hosts were great and even deliver firewood to your site. Clean bathrooms, showers, and overall campground. Only had one guest with many kids playing late into night, past quite hours (if any are posted), but we found out it was Fall break and kids were out of school all week. Great hike around the lake and boatramp for trolling motors only.

      • Juan S D.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Lakeside RV Park
        Oct. 7, 2024

        Lakeside RV Park

        Wow park is looking Fabulous 🤩

        Our experience in the park was wonderful they have you feel like home the park has been updating coming along very well looking so pretty you gotta see it they welcome anyone the owners and the host are really nice very helpful you can even buy ice the have. Game room who ever likes PLAYING POOL they have it ya oh and a lake big basses in here pond looking good a lot of work is getting done you must see it I'm very pleased with the new outcome they supply you with full hookup and a bath house and a laundry room VERY CLEAN a small playground for your babies but like I said the park is coming along very well. I hope you guys come see it for yourself all reviews don't say the truth .

      • Z
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        Sep. 26, 2024

        Cheaha State Park

        Stayed at the campground star park

        So so so worth going, I didn’t leave to go anywhere, the hikes was awesome to see. The camp site I stayed was beautiful woke got to see the sun set. I rode my motorcycle there so for anyone who ride there motorcycle just be aware there some uneven site for your motorcycle to park. Unless you’re tall and you don’t have problem handling your bike. I’m 5,0 so it was learning curve me to see if I could handle my motorcycle up hill and down hill for campsites

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Chattahoochee Bend State Park
        Jul. 27, 2024

        Chattahoochee Bend State Park

        Maiden Voyage

        We just bought our first RV and it was a 22 foot Class C. We decided to stay close to home to try it out, learn everything on it in a forgiving place. Chattahoochee Bend was perfect. Drive through spot for our RV with 50AMP, 30AMP, water and dump service. The place is clean, quiet and in great shape! Electric bikes made it all the more fun, since the single road in, out and all about is quite hilly. Plenty of hiking trails!

      • Angela C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from F.D. Roosevelt State Park
        Jul. 4, 2024

        F.D. Roosevelt State Park

        Pretty state campground

        We had some flubs with this campground. We put the wrong address in our GPS resulting in us arriving too late to use the pool. Then we neglected to pick up our paperwork and had to drive back to the main building to get it and we drove past the campground host on duty so we didn’t get firewood. Our campsite was pretty: flat, spacious, shaded with trees, but it was frustrating to drive past the even prettier spots right on the lake and realize that’s what I should have booked!! Several people were out enjoying evening fishing as we drove past to our more woodsy loop.

        We were here all of 12 hours - it was a nice stopover on our route further south. Really quiet and absolutely spotless bathhouse! I really was bummed about not getting to the pool (it was not open the next day) - we will come back!

      • Allen S.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from F.D. Roosevelt State Park
        Jul. 2, 2024

        F.D. Roosevelt State Park

        Nice site, well maintained

        I am getting back into camping for the first time in a very long time. Went to FDR State Park because it’s only about 30 minutes from home. Booking site 111 was easily done online. I arrived after the office had closed but my reservation sheet with instructions was left in a box on the door for me to pick up. Great park with nice lake for fishing, kayaking, paddle boating as well many hiking trails. Bathrooms were clean and well maintained. Visited Dowdell’s Knob which gives a fantastic view…no wonder it was FDR’s favorite picnicking site when visiting Warm Springs. I would definitely recommend and will be back, but next time will be spring or fall because summer was just too hot.

      • RThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Bush Head Shoals Park
        Jun. 14, 2024

        Bush Head Shoals Park

        a hidden gem

        We found this campsite while looking for an overnighter while traveling.  We are on a motorcycle so we checked with Raven to make sure we would be good.  The roads are gravel but well maintained.  We had no problems getting in.  The spots are well maintained, no power or water, so be prepared.  For the price, you won't find a better campground.

      • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from CWGS Campground of Oxford
        May. 31, 2024

        CWGS Campground of Oxford

        Camped here with RV purchase

        Stayed at site 13, level gravel sites with picnic table on concrete pad, fire ring, FHU. Extended stays at the back of park and closer to hwy 20. There is a nice dog park, playground, covered pavilion, laundry room, dated bathroom, but clean. Shirley reserved our spot, and helped us pull through,and hook up, with our new RV! There is a little path/bridge, so We walked over to Camping World to get our bigger RV. The next morning, we had a few questions, so the Camping World service employee, came over (on a golf cart)to answer them. We decided to stay another night, and it was easy enough for Shirley to extend our reservation. If we were in the area again we would go back. There is a lot to do in the area….Talladega National Forest, Talladega SuperSpeedway and Cheaha State Park.T-Mobile was good, and paid about $30 night with Good Sam Discount. This Campground is also known as CWGS Campground of Oxford.

      • Brian and Janet S.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Coleman Lake Rec Area
        May. 14, 2024

        Coleman Lake Rec Area

        Quiet, friendly, and affordable

        We spent one night here on the way down to Florida. It is first come first serve and we had no issue finding a space on a Thursday. The lake and surrounding area are full of birds and wildlife. The sites are well maintained, level, with clean bathrooms. So happy we stumbled on this national forest campground!

        No cell service. Poorly marked trail around the lake, still worth checking out! Just follow the lake!

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Turnipseed Campground
        Apr. 29, 2024

        Turnipseed Campground

        Off- grid Oasis

        Pack some water and head out. Great hikes with water falls. Pit toilet, no water, critter proof trash cans. First come first serve. Cash box available to pay. We had cell service. Used 10' trailer/ camper. No hookups or running water.

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Coleman Lake Rec Area
        Apr. 28, 2024

        Coleman Lake Rec Area

        Lake Life

        This is a great camping spot with a beautiful lake. The trail around the lake was perfect. Caught 3 bass in the lake. You can't beat the price.

      • Justin C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Chinnabee Silent Trail Backcountry Site 9
        Apr. 17, 2024

        Chinnabee Silent Trail Backcountry Site 9

        Fun by the falls

        We started our hike in from Chinnabee silent trail parking and headed up toward chinnabee lake. We found this spot nearby the big swimming hole "devils den" about 1/2 a mile from the chinnabee lake parking area. We stayed at campsite 9. For 2 nights in April and it was amazing. Little to no bugs, plenty of trees for shade and hammock camping. And a good fire ring built from large river rocks. Plenty of wood around for a fire though it was mostly pine that burnt extremely well but left resin on all our cookware. This site was comfortable for our group of 4 but we felt like we were almost at max capacity at this site. I give this spot 2 👍🏻👍🏻

      • Micheal S.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Coleman Lake Rec Area
        Apr. 11, 2024

        Coleman Lake Rec Area

        Great "Away From It All" Camping

        Great campground. Secluded with electrical and water hookups. Make sure you use Highway 78 to enter. Google Maps will send you on a 11.5 mile mountain trail ( Dugger Mountain Road) that is a dirt 2 track over the mountain...an interesting trip with a camper. The campground is very well maintained. The bath house is very clean and up to date. Sites are level and we'll spaced

      • RThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Sky Mtwy Dispersed
        Apr. 4, 2024

        Sky Mtwy Dispersed

        Great spot but:

        This spot is where the lookout tower office used to be. It burned years ago but the concrete pad is still here. Ultimately, Rangers may come by and ask you to move to prepared sites nearby. I think they are concerned about fires as always.

      • MThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Llamas on the Loose Farm
        Oct. 30, 2023

        Llamas on the Loose Farm

        Loved the Llamas!

        We absolutely loved all the animals on the farm. We camped right next to the lower field with a llamas, a pot belly pig and goats. It was so great to be able to look out the windows and see all of them. The pig (Wilbur) got to know us and always came by looking for a few acorns to be slipped through the fence.  We absolutely loved the farm and Natalie and Brian were amazing hosts. They offered water for the camper and leveling blocks upon our arrival and had a nice campfire in the evening. We enjoyed shopping in the gift store and buying some last gifts and even pumpkins for halloween.



      Guide to Franklin

      Camping near Franklin, Georgia, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to all types of campers.

      What to do:

      • Hiking: Explore the trails at Cheaha State Park. One visitor mentioned, "A gorgeous serene park with great staff, spacious spots, beautiful views and tons of hiking!"
      • Fishing and Boating: At Wind Creek State Park, you can enjoy fishing and boating. One camper said, "We love this campground! Archery, fishing, playgrounds, hiking and so much fun!"
      • Visit Historical Sites: Check out the Berman Museum in Anniston, which is a short drive from Cheaha State Park. A reviewer noted, "The views are amazing!!"

      What campers like:

      • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathhouses at Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground. One review stated, "The bathroom/shower facilities were some of the cleanest, well kept I’ve ever seen."
      • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the spaciousness of the sites at R. Shaefer Heard Campground. A visitor mentioned, "All the sites are wooded and spaced out so you don’t have any issues with privacy."
      • Natural Surroundings: Campers love the natural beauty at McKinney Campground. One reviewer said, "What we really liked about this campground is how natural the surroundings are."

      What you should know:

      • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Turnipseed Campground, have very few amenities. A camper noted, "No hookups or running water," so be prepared to bring your own supplies.
      • Cell Service: At Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground, cell service can be spotty. One visitor mentioned, "No Verizon signal at all couldn’t even make a call."
      • Crowded Weekends: Popular spots like Wind Creek State Park can get crowded on weekends. A camper shared, "I can’t imagine the number of people in the summer."

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities, like Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground. One parent said, "The staff at check in were extremely friendly and helpful."
      • Plan for Activities: Make sure to plan activities like hiking and fishing to keep the kids engaged. A reviewer at R. Shaefer Heard Campground mentioned, "We enjoyed getting to know all 3 of them."
      • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Bring plenty of snacks and drinks for the kids. One camper at Chewacla State Park noted, "Very family friendly. Pets are welcome and the staff is very friendly."

      Tips from RVers:

      • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the sites before booking. A visitor at McKinney Campground mentioned, "Our site was excellent... but the COE website says all were booked."
      • Bring Ant Control: Ants can be a problem at some campgrounds. One camper at McKinney Campground warned, "Our spot had a pretty bad ant infestation."
      • Explore Nearby Trails: Many campgrounds have great trails for biking and hiking. A reviewer at Chattahoochee Bend State Park Campground said, "Plenty of hiking trails!"

      Camping near Franklin, GA, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent camping, there's something for you!

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Franklin, GA?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Franklin, GA is Bush Head Shoals Park with a 4.8-star rating from 4 reviews.

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