Best Campgrounds near Jonesboro, GA
Just south of Atlanta, Jonesboro has several good camping options within an hour's drive. High Falls State Park Campground has sites near hiking trails and the waterfall that gives the park its name. Red Top Mountain State Park Campground sits along Lake Allatoona, where many campers spend their days fishing or taking boats out on the water. Chattahoochee Bend State Park Campground has larger, more spread-out sites with good tree cover. Stone Mountain Park Campground works well for families since it has playgrounds and kids' activities close by. The campgrounds all have bathrooms and shower facilities. You should make reservations ahead of time, particularly in summer when sites fill up quickly. Always check if there are fire bans before your trip. While permits aren't usually needed, each park has its own rules worth checking. Different parks open their booking windows at various times, so look into this when planning. Summer is the busiest time at these campgrounds, while winter camping means fewer people but colder nights. Rain happens most often in spring and fall, so pack accordingly. These campgrounds near Jonesboro have something for everyone from families to solo campers looking for quiet.
