Camping spots near Hamilton, Georgia offer a mix of waterfront sites and wooded retreats across the Chattahoochee Valley region. The area sits within the southern Piedmont geological province, featuring gently rolling hills between 500-700 feet elevation with pine and hardwood forests dominating the landscape. Weather conditions remain relatively mild for camping, with summer daytime temperatures averaging in the high 80s and winter lows rarely dropping below freezing.
What to do
Kayaking at Blanton Creek Park: Water access defines the camping experience at this Georgia Power campground, with multiple sites offering direct lake entry. "We had our kayak and small fishing boat at site shore. Our golden retrievers loved being at the water. Sites are very large with good space between them," notes a visitor at Blanton Creek Park Georgia Power.
Hiking at Pine Mountain: The trail systems near Hamilton provide extensive hiking options with varying difficulty levels. "First time I came here, I was about 12 years old. I returned when I bought my first camper at 34 years old and wanted to test it out for the first time. Many gorgeous hiking trails, several starting from the camping area," describes a visitor to Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground.
Fishing from your campsite: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing directly from waterfront sites. "We were at camp site 35, which is in a cove and I'm not complaining of working from the hammock, overlooking West Point! The pad is right off the camper and the few feet you walk to get to the lake is easy to access," reports a visitor to Whitetail Ridge Campground.
What campers like
Large, level sites: Campers consistently mention site spaciousness as a major advantage in the Hamilton area. "We had a very private site and loved it," writes one camper about Blanton Creek Campground. Another notes, "Beautiful wooded site lots of space between sites in this loop. Very short walk to lake. Sites pretty level and gravel."
Clean facilities: Facility maintenance stands out in reviews. "The bathhouse is heated and has five toilet stalls and four nicely tiled showers with benches," reports a visitor to Blanton Creek Park. Another camper at Pine Mountain RV Resort writes, "The restrooms near 185 were large and very clean. They were up to date and comfortable to shower in. Campground was the cleanest we'd ever been to."
Waterfront access: Lake views and water access rank highly among visitor experiences. "Great lake access/sunset views/boat ramp," notes a camper at Holiday Campground. Another shares, "We had a private campsite, woods on both sides and we couldn't see any other campers. The lake views were really nice, easy access to the water with our kayaks and floats."
What you should know
Gate closures affect night access: Several campgrounds enforce strict gate hours. "Gates close for cars at 10pm and reopen at 7am," warns a camper at Whitetail Ridge. Another mentions, "the gate is locked shut from 10 PM to 8 AM, no exceptions unless the elderly host personally deems your emergency worthy."
Fees for additional tents: Be prepared for extra charges if bringing multiple shelters. "If you drop a tent with an RV they charge you an extra $30. If you have two tents on one site they charge you $25 for EACH tent," advises a camper at Blanton Creek Park.
Bug preparation essential: Insects can impact camping comfort. "The mosquitoes were really horrible, but otherwise we really enjoyed our stay!" notes a visitor at Holiday Campground. Pack appropriate repellent, especially during summer months.
Cell service varies by location: Connectivity fluctuates across the region. "Verizon LTE is one tiny bar, but webpages and videos load, albeit slow," reports a camper at R. Shaefer Heard Campground. Service tends to be stronger at campgrounds closer to towns.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and recreation areas: Several campgrounds offer dedicated family facilities. "My four kids and I had a blast at FDR state park. They have a lot of stuff to do there. We fished and swam, they also had a scavenger hunt that you kids loved doing," shares a visitor at Franklin D Roosevelt State Park.
Child-friendly water features: Swimming options vary by campground. "There is a really nice and well maintained pool, hot tub, and splash area for small kids," notes a camper at Pine Mountain RV Resort. Another adds, "The pool area has a kids pool and hot tub along with the regular inground pool."
Bike-friendly loops: Circular campground layouts provide safe cycling for children. "We camped in campground 5 and from where our site was we could see the playground and also let our kids ride there bikes around the circle that the camp sites where on," mentions a visitor at Franklin D Roosevelt State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for larger rigs: Not all sites accommodate big RVs equally. "The park is relatively small but it's very well kept. Small rigs can pretty much enjoy any spot but larger rigs need to be sure that the site is level for the length of the rig," advises a visitor to Blanton Creek Campground. "Some spots have a driveway that goes downhill from the camper and others go uphill from the camper which might be an issue for 5th wheels."
Electric service considerations: Power capacity varies between campgrounds. "30 amp circuit was not adequate. The breaker continually tripped while using small kitchen appliances," reports an RVer at Pine Mountain RV Resort. Plan power usage accordingly.
Full hookup availability: Many campsites offer water and electric but lack sewer connections. "We had 30 & 50 amp electric hookups and water. There are no sewer hookups at the sites but they do have dump stations," explains a camper at Holiday Campground.
