Best Cabin Camping near Gainesville, GA

Don Carter State Park Campground in Gainesville offers furnished cabin accommodations situated near Lake Lanier. The cabins feature electric hookups, heating and cooling systems, and include basic furnishings for overnight stays. Most cabins provide access to showers and restroom facilities, though availability varies by location. "The cottages and cabins are lovely," notes one visitor who appreciated the clean, well-maintained facilities. Several state parks in the region provide cabin options with varying levels of amenities, including Unicoi State Park & Lodge and Fort Yargo State Park, both offering cabin rentals with water and electric hookups.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Don Carter State Park provides basic cabin accommodations suitable for families, while Margaritaville in Buford offers more upscale cabin options with additional amenities. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when lakefront options fill quickly. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "The park and all facilities are clean and well maintained." Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins like those at Don Carter State Park allowing pets while others may restrict them or charge additional fees.

Most cabins include beds and basic furniture but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from minimal (microwave only) to full kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops in more deluxe options. Don Carter State Park provides market access for basic provisions, though selection is limited. Amicalola Falls State Park and Stone Mountain Park cabins offer more extensive in-cabin amenities, including some kitchen supplies. Firewood is available for purchase at select locations, particularly at Unicoi State Park, Amicalola Falls, and Stone Mountain Park, where outdoor fire pits complement cabin accommodations.

Best Cabin Sites Near Gainesville, Georgia (62)

    1. Don Carter State Park Campground

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

    $25 - $225 / night

    "While usually that would be a bit weird this park made it one of the most amazing feelings on earth. I pulled in late afternoon, deer were grazing in the primitive camp zones."

    "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. "

    2. Fort Yargo State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    Winder, GA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 867-3489

    $27 - $275 / night

    "Fort Yargo is in the Winder Ga area and is close to Helen, Jefferson, Athens and Atlanta. Entering the campground is a nice paved road and leads to tent camping, cabins, yurts and RV sites."

    "Parking lot is a short walk to campsite. Bathhouse is at the parking area. Picnic table and fire pit at site. Wooded area but not secluded, limited shade on table."

    3. Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

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

    "RV/tent camping and cabin rentals. Campsites had wifi and pretty good tv signal. There's also a lodge/hotel on site with a restaurant, with gorgeous views overlooking the valley below."

    "The Approach trail is 8.3 miles to Springer Mountain from the lower Amicalola State Park parking lot. So there is more history and lore here than meets the eye."

    4. Margaritaville

    6 Reviews
    Lake Sidney Lanier, GA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (470) 323-3486

    $63 - $100 / night

    "We had a pave site full hookup pull thru with lake view. Very easy to get in and out, private and quiet, we had a picnic table, fire ring and bbq grill."

    5. Vogel State Park Campground

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

    $30 - $290 / night

    "Beautiful State Park with roomy shaded sites, many of which are creekside. A large lake for fishing and swimming is at the front of the park and it offers canoe and paddle boat rentals."

    "We enjoyed a challenging 11-mile hike up and over 3 mountains from trail heads inside the park. There are shorter hikes that start here as well."

    6. Unicoi State Park & Lodge

    50 Reviews
    Helen, GA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 878-2201

    "Set in a lush green Forrest, Unicoi State Park just outside of Helen, GA, has something for everyone."

    "We were the only ones in the standard campground (fire pit, picnic table, tent pad). Because it was so cold, we used the huge lodge lobby/lounge to warm up in the evenings."

    7. Stone Mountain Park Campground

    91 Reviews
    Stone Mountain, GA
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 498-5710

    $44 - $65 / night

    "Several options available. RV hook ups, camp grounds, and yurt rentals. I did not rent a yurt but have heard good things from friends who have."

    "First, everything is contained and available. The views of the lake, and, yes, the mountain are gorgeous. There is a nice spacious check-in store."

    8. Three Falls Treehouse

    3 Reviews
    Murrayville, GA
    14 miles
    +1 (706) 525-9925

    $40 - $50 / night

    "This cabin is new to the Dyrt and open for reservations through the Dyrt!"

    9. Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Tallulah Falls, GA
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 754-7981

    $36 - $45 / night

    "An interesting thing about Georgia state parks is that when you arrive and check in, you become eligible for a senior or military/veteran “rebate” which is not available when reserving. "

    "We enjoyed our time at Tallulah State Park. The gorge and trails were incredible. The campground is conveniently located right next to the entrance to the visitors center."

    10. Lake Russell Recreation Area

    11 Reviews
    Mount Airy, GA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 778-8427

    $24 - $48 / night

    "We booked a last minute night here for Easter weekend to get out of the city. It one of the only places available due to our last minute decision. We stayed in Loop A. It’s smaller than Loop B."

    "Not as cramped & crowded as State parks. First loop is first come first serve, with sites closer to the beach side of lake, if you're there in the summer."

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Cabin Reviews near Gainesville, GA

772 Reviews of 62 Gainesville Campgrounds


  • Dana B.
    Jul. 12, 2021

    Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground

    Stunning Cabin!

    Nicest state park cabin I’ve never stayed in! The furnishings were beautiful and the screened porch was amazing. I really appreciated that the bedding and towels were plush and extremely comfortable-very unlike most state parks or other rental cabins. It was also impeccably clean, AND the bathrooms had handcrafted local soaps!

    As a side note, my husband is a wheelchair user and this was the most accessible vacation rental we’ve ever encountered (and we travel a lot). The picnic table had a seat cutout, the fire pit and grill were on a level surface, and the kitchen sink was roll under! 10/10 thank you HLC for the thoughtful attention to accessibility.

  • Leah S.
    Dec. 5, 2020

    Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

    Has it all

    RV/tent camping and cabin rentals. Campsites had wifi and pretty good tv signal. There's also a lodge/hotel on site with a restaurant, with gorgeous views overlooking the valley below. Camping sites are spaced well apart with electric, water and fire rings. The campgrounds also feature a bathhouse and laundry.

    Begin your Appalachian Trail journey here with 604 steps to the top of a beautiful waterfall.

  • J
    Aug. 28, 2018

    Fort Yargo State Park Campground

    Relaxation in The Woods

    Fort Yargo is in the Winder Ga area and is close to Helen, Jefferson, Athens and Atlanta. Entering the campground is a nice paved road and leads to tent camping, cabins, yurts and RV sites.

    Very clean park and has Historical area, playground, tennis court, bike and hike trails. Not to mention beach and boating area.

    Picnics, camping, boating biking and camping or just day use areas. Pet friendly and all around great park.

    There is a small general store, but you are so close to everything if you need it, it's there.

    Gread for the Georgia Bulldog crowd as its less then 30 minutes!

    I recommend this park highly.

  • R
    Jun. 29, 2019

    Vogel State Park Campground

    Beautiful State Park

    Beautiful State Park with roomy shaded sites, many of which are creekside. A large lake for fishing and swimming is at the front of the park and it offers canoe and paddle boat rentals. Lots to do on-site such as walking trails, hiking and fishing, playgrounds and a Conservation Corps museum. Trahlyta Falls is an easy walking path, and the park also offers nice cabin rentals. There are no sewer hook-up, but it does have an easy access dump station.

  • A
    Sep. 5, 2016

    Vogel State Park Campground

    Beautiful hiking, large campsites

    We enjoyed a challenging 11-mile hike up and over 3 mountains from trail heads inside the park. There are shorter hikes that start here as well. My 9-year old loved exploring the mushrooms and nature growing in the very wooded campsites. The campsites are large with driveways, 1-2 tent pads, picnic table, fire ring and lantern poles at each site. The campground was very busy and you could see your neighbors around you. But this also means there are more conveniences like running water and hot showers. The campground also has a mini-gold course, lake and gift shop. There were lots of kids riding bikes and dogs are allowed, so while this so not a serene site, it's definitely great for families and groups that want to hang out!

  • Lily H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 19, 2023

    Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground

    Fantastic Group Campsite!

    The group campground was better than my field lab group could've imagined! The site included 4 shelters with bunks, a pit toilet and outdoor shower, a grill, fire pit, and a little cabin with electricity. The campsite was so secluded and private, yet not too far from the cabins up the mountain. The state park is amazing too. Cannot recommend highly enough!

  • Brian F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 2, 2020

    Two Wheels of Suchess

    Great Motorcycle Only campground

    Two Wheels of Suchess campground is one of the best motorcycle campgrounds I've stayed at. Open tent areas, trees for hammock camping, cabins and a bunk house are also available. Meals are available Friday night through Sunday morning, as well as breakfast on Monday morning. Fire wood and ice available 24 hours. The paved parking lot in front of the main lodge is for motorcycles only, however there is a gravel parking lot for 4 wheel vehicles. The campground and cabin areas are accessable via a bridge that is purposely not wide enough for a car to cross, but Motorcycles an trikes can. The facilities are kept in top-notch shape. Showers were spotless the 4 days I spent there. Lots of awesome roads in the area available to ride. Inside the lodge is the restaurant and an area to lounge with a fire place, big screen TV, couch, recliners and hundreds of motorcycle magazines to read. A stream runs through part of the tent camping area and next to the parking lot by the lodge.

  • Lillie M.
    Dec. 9, 2016

    Stone Mountain Park Campground

    Family orientated

    Several options available. RV hook ups, camp grounds, and yurt rentals. I did not rent a yurt but have heard good things from friends who have. Very clean camp grounds, if you don't mind a familes close by. Can set up next to the lake. Pet friendly and several children and families around. Ton of activities around stone mountain park.

  • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 12, 2018

    Vogel State Park Campground

    Perfect for Families & Groups

    While it’s often a bit of a shock to come to such a developed and highly manicured campground after having spent some time in the woods without all the amenities, it sure was nice to get a hot shower in a heated bathroom! Vogel State Park was perfectly situated along Hwy 19 in the north Georgia mountains for an easy spot for the night.

    In early March, this state park was extremely quiet, especially in the loop designed specifically for tents, vans, and small rigs like ours. Each site has been lined with fresh gravel, a firepit, picnic table, utility pole, electricity and water. A few of the sites are pull-through and some are conjoined with another site, making it a perfect place for families/groups wanting to have close-by sites. Throughout the park, there are plenty of sites for large RV’s, as well as some walk-in sites for tents.

    The bathrooms are clean, with wheelchair accessibility in one shower and toilet, but the one near our site doesn’t have a wheelchair ramp to the bathroom itself. 

    In addition to the campsites, this park offers a small lake, hiking trails, playgrounds, miniature golf, and some modern, fully-equipped cabins complete with a small deck, grill, and picnic table.  The closest town is Blairsville, GA, about a 10 mile drive with most of the basics you need.


Guide to Gainesville

Stone Mountain Park Campground is located about 50 miles southeast of Gainesville, Georgia, and features lakefront cabin sites with water and electric hookups. Cabins near Gainesville vary from rustic accommodations to fully furnished lodge-style options. During peak summer months, daytime temperatures often reach the upper 80s, making water access a priority for many cabin campers.

What to do

Waterfall exploration: Amicalola Falls State Park offers cabin accommodations near Georgia's tallest waterfall, measuring 730 feet. A visitor notes, "This 730ft cascading waterfall is accessible by stairs and bridge from top to bottom. Its proximity to Atlanta can cause the area around the falls to fill up quick so the earlier or colder the better."

Lake activities: Margaritaville in Buford provides upscale cabin rentals with lake access. "We stayed here for two nights on our way from Virginia to Florida. It is a very nice family friendly vacation resort rather than overnight stay. But we enjoyed all the amenities. We had a pave site full hookup pull thru with lake view," shares one camper who appreciated the setup.

Mountain biking: Fort Yargo State Park Campground cabins offer access to extensive trail networks. A visitor explains, "Most of the trails are mixed mountain biking and hiking but when we were there, we only saw two mountain bikes. We took a picnic lunch with us and found one of the many picnic areas to have lunch and enjoy the lake views."

What campers like

Private beach access: Don Carter State Park Campground offers cabin accommodations with lake access. "I had a private beach all to myself! I went to Don Carter mid week after a holiday and the place was pretty empty. I took a dip in the cool waters and though they were not a clear blue they were clear and I could see to the bottom all the way out to the edge of the swimming zone."

Family amenities: Stone Mountain Park Campground cabins provide access to numerous activities. "There are all kind of activities for the kids. They have free transportation within the park/campground area. Helpful staff too. The sites are close but they are not difficult to enter."

Peaceful environment: Lake Russell Recreation Area cabins provide a quiet retreat. A camper reports, "I love this campground! It feels pretty secluded from the city because of the long drive in. Beautiful sites and plenty of trails nearby. My friend and I brought our hammocks and enjoyed a very peaceful weekend."

What you should know

Limited supplies: Pack essentials when staying in cabin accommodations near Gainesville. One camper at Don Carter notes, "As in most state parks, clean and friendly, restrooms and showers clean. Only bad thing is no close by stores make sure you have everything or be ready for a little trip to get it!"

Site selection: At Unicoi State Park & Lodge, cabin selection matters. "We stayed in a cabin at Unicoi State Park after our Spring Break camping trip got rained out. The fireplace was nice and we appreciated the covered parking during the downpour when arrived. A few things were broken (bedroom light, coffeemaker)."

Seasonal considerations: Vogel State Park cabins get crowded during peak seasons. "This is one of the most popular parks in GA. It is usually crowded and books quickly. Sites are VERY close together. No privacy at all," reports one visitor who recommends booking well in advance.

Tips for camping with families

Beach options: Lake Russell Recreation Area offers family-friendly cabin options with beach access. "We booked a last minute night here for Easter weekend to get out of the city. It's smaller than Loop B. With plenty of trees for hammocks, we had plenty of room for both of our tents, 2 hammocks, and both cars. Loop A is in walking distance to the beach area/day use area."

Playground access: Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground cabins provide easy access to family-friendly amenities. "Really enjoyed camping here with my family. Took our 19, 11, and 4 year old. Tested the trails and enjoyed plenty of scenic views."

Wildlife viewing: Fort Yargo cabin areas offer wildlife viewing opportunities. "Set back in the woods on a beautiful pond. Deer roaming everywhere. A new check in station with a store that's really really nice. Mountain bike trails and hiking trails inside park."

Tips for RVers

Site leveling: Amicalola Falls State Park cabins require careful navigation. "I read a lot before my trip, so I knew to except the 25% grade incline going up to the campground. I wasn't however expecting the challenging parking in the campsite."

Utility access: Margaritaville offers premium cabin options with full hookups. "We had a pave site full hookup pull thru with lake view. Very easy to get in and out, private and quiet, we had a picnic table, fire ring and bbq grill. I was most excited about drink cart every evening!!"

Road considerations: Access to cabin accommodations at Vogel State Park requires navigating mountain roads. "The roads are a little hilly and twisting but if you have a big rig and go slow you will be fine. All the campsite driveways are angled so backing in is pretty easy."

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