Hampton, GA is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Hampton is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$36 - $100 / night
"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."
"The site has a good distance between the camper and it's "passenger" side so it's like not having a neighbor on that side."
$93 / night
"A few years ago, I visited this location because I considered living long term in an RV. The location is in a good spot right off the free way. It is clean."
"Fine place for a short term stay, near enough to Atlanta that you can visit. The campground itself is back behind a construction area, and Google has a hard time routing to it properly."
$44 - $65 / night
"Lived in Georgia my whole life and yet my first time to Stone Mountain was literally three years ago. Now we have an annual pass and go all the time."
"One of the best camping areas in Georgia."
$34 - $190 / night
"This is a great state park located in Flovilla, Georgia. If about 10 miles off I-75.
We arrived after dark so the main entrance was hard to see."
"Another Winner from Georgia.... Great camping and pretty easy to get in and out of you have a medium to large rig.... A little harder if you have 38ft or larger but Overall one to visit..."
$35 / night
"Away and outside of the noise and traffic of Atlanta (thank goodness!). Friendly staff and clean property. Pets are also welcome! Definitely recommend!"
$25 - $50 / night
"Great location if you're driving through or visiting Atlanta. It's just off the interstate, and there are plenty of restaurants around."
$25 - $125 / night
"We did an overnighter to check this out after doing a separate hike on the primary trails from the other side of the park in the morning. "
"Loved it but had to make my own trail wth my dogs ."
$28 - $100 / night
"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. "
"15 miles West of Atlanta, Ga off I20 Sweetwater Creek State Park offers history, trails, water activities and peace and quiet."
"However, there were quite a few confederate flags flying around, and there were not many other people of color in the area. There were never any issues."
TravelerThe campground is very nice. The sites are shaded and very clean. It is easily accessible and easy to get around in. The swimming beach is okay. It is a sand beach which is clean and easy to access the water, but I would not necessarily say the water is very clean. It is definitely better than many of the other lakes we have seen in Georgia, though! I would recommend staying here if you need a spot in central Georgia
TravelerMIKE RAMSEY IS THE OWNER. OFFICE IS RHONDA. THIS PLACE IS SO SEREN. EXCEPT FOR THE TRAINS IN THE DISTANCE, IT IS SOO QUIET AND PEACEFUL. THE SALT H2O POOL IS PRISTINE. THEY HAVE A GATHERING AREA . OUTDOOR FIREPLACE, TV, SEATING, OCCASIONAL BANDS. FIREPIT, BAR B QUE GRILLS, FLAT TOP GRIDDLE AND MORE. WE HAVE A FIRE RING, PICNIC TABLE AT OUR SITE. WE FEED THE WILDLIFE AND HAVE ALOT OF BIRDS. SOMETIMES DEER. WE FACE THE WOODS WHICH WE LOVE. WE HAVE BEEN HERE 8 MO. SO FAR.
ScoutLoved it but had to make my own trail wth my dogs .
GuideI stayed almost a week in space 81. When I made my reservation, I could not get a 50A site so reserved a 30A site. I called Sweetwater Creek and with no fuss, they rearranged things so that I could have a site with 50A. Wonderful service!
Everything was handled via text and email messages before I arrived. Once on-site, I never saw an employee or an office. Had I needed anything, I had been instructed to call/text Jonathan. He was sure prompt in replying before I arrived so I am sure it would all have been fine had I needed him during my stay. It was kind of weird not checking in at an office but, honestly, I can't complain. The site was clean and the utilities worked.
Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve is definitely urban. The sites aren't much wider than the trailers. You definitely won't sit outside for the scenery. Maybe 2/3 to 3/4 of the sites looked to be occupied by long-term residents but all of the units looked to be in good repair. My wife and I definitely felt safe. There are not many choices for RVs in the Atlanta metro area. When we come back to Atlanta, we will stay here again.
I gave this four stars instead of five because a) the pavement is so deteriorated that it is almost moon craters, and b) the"scenery" just plain sucks. But for a safe place to hook up and stay, Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve gets five stars.
GuideI stayed almost a week in space 81. When I made my reservation, I could not get a 50A site so reserved a 30A site. I called Sweetwater Creek and with no fuss, they rearranged things so that I could have a site with 50A. Wonderful service!
Everything was handled via text and email messages before I arrived. Once on-site, I never saw an employee or an office. Had I needed anything, I had been instructed to call/text Jonathan. He was sure prompt in replying before I arrived so I am sure it would all have been fine had I needed him during my stay. It was kind of weird not checking in at an office but, honestly, I can't complain. The site was clean and the utilities worked.
Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve is definitely urban. The sites aren't much wider than the trailers. You definitely won't sit outside for the scenery. Maybe 2/3 to 3/4 of the sites looked to be occupied by long-term residents but all of the units looked to be in good repair. My wife and I definitely felt safe.
There are not many choices for RVs in the Atlanta metro area. When we come back to Atlanta, we will stay here again.
I gave this four stars instead of five because a) the pavement is so deteriorated that it is almost moon craters, and b) the "scenery" just plain sucks. But for a safe place to hook up and stay, Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve gets five stars.
ScoutCamping is first come first served basis, no reservations. $20 per night, parking for one vehicle included. Extra vehicles require $5 parking pass per day. They take credit card. Pull up to the booth at the entrance before 5pm or see the camp host 5-8pm. After 8pm, the park gate closes. I was given a gate code in case I needed to leave and return during the closed hours.
The camping layout falls somewhere between dispersed camping and a traditional campground. When I checked in, I was told I could pull up to any site with a fire pit. There were picnic tables and trash cans at most sites. There are no hook ups at the sites, but there is a good amount of space on flat ground in the trees. Several cars, tents, or small campers would fit on each site. Bigger campers could opt for sites 8 or 9 which don’t have trees. I cleaned up a bit of trash around my site when I arrived. The camp host drove around selling firewood.
Many of these reviews seem older, so I wanted to add that there is a newer block bathroom with flush toilets, electricity and a shower stall, and outdoor water spigot near the stretch of campsites marked 1-20 along the river. It was clean. Driving in, you’ll see a sign that points you to “Main Camping.” The sites stretch down a lane that follows the river to a dead end, the river and sites are on the left and there is a large grassy airfield on the right. There was no airplane traffic while I was there and no signage to stay off of it, so perhaps it is no longer in use.
There is a boat ramp past site 20. I saw a sign at the bathhouse for paddling the river and various parks to camp along the way. There are signs for horse camping only at sites 18-20. One of the trails runs between the river bank and the campsites, with red blazes - “River Trail” - so don’t set up equipment there in case hikers or horses come through. I saw people fishing in the Chattahoochee River right off of their campsite. There is a small rapid that stretches across the river near sites 1-10, so you get that nice water flowing sound to fall asleep to!
There are also sites in other areas of the park, if you turn left instead of following the “Main Camping” sign. I’m not sure if they are numbered, and they seem more scattered. There is another bathhouse with running water and a shower that is older next to the cabin called “Old Ranger’s Station.”
The park has wide trails for horseback riding. I hiked the 2 mile Eagle Loop Trail and saw a mountain biker as well. I saw signs for an Orienteering Course. There is a splash pad and a new looking playground that from a glance, might be ADA accessible. There are many signs prohibiting swimming in the river due to the strong current. There is no beach and in most places, the river bank is steep. John Tanner Park has a swimming beach.
The park map is not great and the information available online is insufficient, but I do recommend coming to explore the area and camp! I’ll be back now that I have an understanding of the layout.
TravelerPerfect time and very quiet this time of the year
TravelerNo cell coverage, has fire pit, mostly tent and car campers. I went with a travel trailer.
ScoutJust called the park they are no longer nightly or weekly they only do long-term.
Camping near Hampton, Georgia, offers a variety of outdoor experiences for everyone. From family-friendly parks to serene spots for RV enthusiasts, there’s something for every type of camper.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Hampton, GA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Hampton, GA offers a wide range of camping options, with 87 campgrounds and RV parks near Hampton, GA and 7 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Hampton, GA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hampton, GA is High Falls State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 74 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hampton, GA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 free dispersed camping spots near Hampton, GA.
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