14 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Glamping campsites near Clarkesville range from waterfront yurts on Lake Lanier to treehouse accommodations tucked above North Georgia's mountain terrain, with options at Tallulah Gorge State Park and Unicoi State Park featuring yurts and elevated accommodations within hiking distance of spectacular natural features, with Tallulah Gorge providing direct trail access to its dramatic 1,000-foot deep gorge and waterfalls. "The spots are huge and the peace and quiet is priceless," remarked one visitor about their glamping experience in the region. Nacoochee Adventures provides treehouse accommodations with eco-friendly amenities, complete with off-road golf cart access to transport luggage and reach nearby dining options. Canvas tents and yurts at these destinations typically include comfortable beds with linens, electricity, climate control options, and private outdoor spaces where guests can enjoy mountain views and stargazing.
Direct access to hiking trails connects these glamping destinations to some of Georgia's most scenic natural attractions. Tallulah Gorge State Park's glamping accommodations allow visitors to easily explore the park's 1,099 stairs leading to canyon overlooks and suspension bridge, while Unicoi's sites provide convenient access to nearby Helen's Bavarian-themed village. A recent visitor noted, "We got to see a completely different scene from our last summer visit," highlighting how these glamping campsites offer year-round experiences. Don Carter State Park includes waterfront yurts with boat access to Lake Lanier. Many locations feature on-site activities including zip-lining at Nacoochee Adventures, swimming areas, guided nature programs, and evening campfires. Several eco-friendly glamping options incorporate solar power and sustainable design, with sites strategically positioned to maximize privacy while maintaining accessibility to modern comforts.
"Sites were so easy to get into, nice small loop with minimal noise. Clean bath houses and laundry on site that was only $1 per load!! Hiking and views of the Falls were breathtaking!"
"Campground facilities are clean and very well kept (they rake the sites and shovel out the fire pits). Bath houses are kept clean and stocked also. We camped in site 31 with our 32 ft TT."
Available this weekend
from $36 - $45 / night
"Nice to be close to Helen if you need anything and the nearby hikes to falls and great views are great."
"Campground Review This is a nice state park with zip lining, gps scavenger hunt, archery, canoeing, campfires, music and walking trail. Being geocachers, we did the gps scavenger hunt."
"Several are drive-up which is great because of the prevalence of bears in the area."
"For anyone who’s never camped at this location, the campsites are located in a few places (keep reading) which isn’t listed on the map by the (vault) toilets, no running water other than the creek, and"
"bathroom! "
"Everything from the drive up the windy roads and hairpin turns to the campsites being located close to some awesome trail heads. especially the trail to Blood Mountain."
Available this weekend
from $30 - $290 / night
"Really nice state park located at north end of Lake Lanier. Site 13 was great. Had woods and lake view. Paved pull through site with gravel pad for picnic and fire pit area."
"Situated at the far north end of Lake Lanier, this Georgia state park is awesome! One of the best things about it for RV/trailer camping is the huge distance between camp sites!"
Available this weekend
from $25 - $225 / night
"The spot was amazing, next to a creek with a small deck. Even with all the rain I was on the deck relaxing and listen to the water flow. I can not recommend this location enough."
"We found this place when our other place to stay fell through and we Googled 'campgrounds near me . We called them and they gladly told us that there were spots available. "
"Very secluded, awesome staff and close to activities to keep you entertained all day. The facilities are very clean also , a major plus!"
"I went here with my family and stayed at an electric hook up. The campsite was great. Staff were very friendly and the views were amazing!!"
"We really felt at home here due to the friendliness of the park staff and camphost volunteers."
"Once we actually arrived to our site, it was beautiful and easy to pull through. Only a little off level, which we fixed easily. Great cement benches and huge fire fits on site."
Available this weekend
from $27 - $230 / night
"The bathrooms were so clean and so nice! They are air conditioned with three stall and three showers."
"They have a very nice set up and are very polite. Great prices. We did tent camping with water and electricity. The tent sites are all either beside a creek or next to the pond."
"This campground was an awesome find as it is tucked in beside the Tallulah River only 3 miles from the Tallulah River Gorge which offers site seeing and hiking."
"My five night stay was wonderful very laid-back rustic looking perfect for my situation lots of rain but the covered tent sites made it fun and able to deal with the elements wanna relaxing time able to"
from $20 - $95 / night
ScoutWe stayed for a week in late October. Quiet and secluded but right outside of Franklin. Very. Nicely decorated. Has small campstore, very nice laundryroom, and a guest event center. Rick, the campsite host, helped me get backed in and asked if I needed any more help. Some pull-throughs. Some sites are a little tight but others really nice. We will definitely come back.
ScoutWhatever person or group of persons designed the campground were clueless as to how to develop a campground. Sites are packed in the most preposterous configuration to have tents, trailers motorhomes all jammed together nearly touching each other with zero privacy. Come for the hikes and views of the gorge but come with the lowest expectations for the campground and you’ll be fine
TravelerMy son, daughter-in-law, and twin grandchildren, and I camped here to watch the full solar eclipse in 2017. We had a beautiful tent site. There was a little playground that the kids really enjoyed and abundant shade at the camping site. Bathrooms were clean, wood for campfires was available, and we had a wonderful time.
ScoutWalk to trail sites, clean bathrooms, sites close together…water and electric at site. Sites are sloped gravel.
TravelerWay too many rules to have to abide by. It’s not a day use area, so you HAVE to camp over night or else they threaten to ban you from all FoCo campsites. Normally not a big deal, but there was supposed to be rain during our visit and that had me paranoid. We camped out, the rain held off, it was nice. Then day 2, I wasn’t feeling it anymore, but I didn’t want to be banned from camping 🙄 so we stayed the night and packed up at 5:45am the next day. No coffee or chilling. I just wanted to get out of there! I love camping out in the wilderness…no rules, no stress, no people, no RVs. Just nature.
GuideThis is our first time coming here. We booked online, which was simple The campground is very well kept. The sites aren’t any closer together than your average campground. It seems to me that the owners are conscientious about keeping everyone spaced out so you don’t have anyone right on top of you. (The campground was not full during our visit) The only con to this place is you don’t get to pick your site. It’s assigned to you. I will said that I asked specifically for a shady spot & they obliged me. (Very nice owners) Not all of the sites are level but hey, that’s was risers are for 🤷🏻♀️ We didn’t have any issues after a couple of well placed risers. Even though the highway is close you don’t notice the traffic noise. It’s very quiet at night. When you arrive & get checked in, someone escorts you to your site & helps get you backed in. They will pick up, fill & return your propane tanks. You just have to leave your tank @ the edge of your camp site. If you leave your trash at the edge of your site they pick it up for you. They will also deliver firewood as well as a fire pit if you don’t have one.
GuideVery large dispersed campsites along the White Oak Gap Road. Very rugged road, AWD recommended but possible in some smaller vehicles. Creek crossings in some areas. Access to Dukes Creek Trail and Raven Cliffs Trail towards bottom of road. Vault toilets near trailheads. Great for large groups, our party slept 8 tents and several hammocks and there was still plenty of space.
TravelerWe camped next to the fishing pier, the site was a bit uneven and I had to do some creative engineering to get my 26' rig level. It has been very quiet during the week. By the way, we have great T-Mobile service.
GuideWe stayed at Site 18, which has a reputation for being one of the hardest sites to back into. There’s definitely a trick to it! Pull your truck forward along the site, then pull out toward the site across from you, making an S-turn. From there, line it up and back in. It's tricky, but doable!
We loved this area and packed a lot into our stay. We visited BJ’s Apple Orchard, stopped at Burt’s Pumpkin Farm (where I somehow ended up with a 150-pound pumpkin 😂), had dinner at Cascades Restaurant, and took the easy way to see the falls.
The fenced-in sites were a huge plus, especially with our pups. It gave them more room to roam. The bathrooms and showers are individual rooms, which was nice, and the welcome center is one of the nicest we’ve come across.
And then there’s THE HILL. I was born and raised in the Smokies, so I’m no stranger to mountain roads, but the incline is no joke! The reviews are absolutely not exaggerating when they say it’s steep. Come prepared!
I have T-mobile and husband has Xfinity and we both have great service. Wifi in the campground gets the job done for Netflix at night.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful area, plenty to explore, dog-friendly sites, and a campground we’d visit again. 🏕️🥾
North Georgia's Chattahoochee National Forest surrounds Clarkesville, sitting at 1,500 feet elevation with summer temperatures typically 10-15 degrees cooler than nearby Atlanta. The region experiences significant seasonal changes, with spring wildflowers blooming from March to May and fall foliage peaking in late October. Primitive camping options along creeks provide natural cooling during humid summer months.
Stair climbing workout: At Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground, you can challenge yourself to climb the 1,099 stairs to the canyon bottom. "Great park. Many hiking opportunities in the park and surrounding areas. It is 1099 stairs to the bottom of canyon!" notes Rachel G. The elevation changes provide excellent cardiovascular exercise with scenic rewards.
Mountain biking trails: Unicoi State Park & Lodge offers both beginner and intermediate mountain biking paths through hardwood forests. "A lot of activities to do! Mountain biking, hiking, zip lining, etc. Will definitely be returning in the future!" shares Rebeca A. Bike rentals available on-site for $15/hour or $35/day.
Fishing access: Tugaloo State Park Campground provides direct lakefront access for fishing. "We were in site #8 right on the lake. Water, electric and cable tv connections," reports Kevin A. Shore fishing requires no boat, though watercraft can be launched from the campground's boat ramp.
Creek-side camping: Many campers appreciate Raven Cliff Falls sites positioned near flowing water. "We camped along the creek at one of these sites. We absolutely loved being by the creek, and a lot of the sites are spread out to give a good bit of privacy," reports D & Jess W. The white noise from streams helps mask other campground sounds.
Clean facilities: Vogel State Park Campground maintains exceptionally clean restrooms and showers. "Bathroom/showerhouses are strategically located in each loop. They are modern, bright, well-stocked and clean! Also provided are individual 'family/unisex' bathroom/shower facilities," writes Dave V. Facilities are cleaned twice daily during peak season.
Private tent sites: Tallulah Gorge offers walk-in tent sites set back from RV areas. "We got to see a completely different scene from our last summer visit," mentions a camper about the seasonal changes. These sites require carrying gear approximately 50-100 yards from parking.
Bear precautions: Raven Cliff Falls has active bear populations that require proper food storage. "We were visited by a bear two of the nights. The bear took our neighbors dog food they forgot to pack out. So pack out all food items and trash or hang a bear bag," warns D & Jess W. Proper food storage containers are required by park regulations.
Water release schedules: Tallulah Gorge floor access depends on dam release schedules. "We called ahead and the gorge floor/Sliding Rock Trail were supposed to be closed for water release, but the day that we left we found that it was actually opened," reports Jessica A. Check the website or call before planning gorge floor activities.
Limited cell service: Most campgrounds in the area have spotty or no cellular coverage. "There was little cell reception and no tv reception here," notes Rachel G. about Tallulah Gorge. Download maps, directions, and trail information before arrival.
Water activities: Don Carter State Park Campground offers family-friendly beach areas. "There is also a beach for the kids to play at as well, very well kept. Our campsite was a tad bit small for our camper, large campers like motorhomes or fifth-wheels will not fit," advises Cameron G. The beach area includes a designated swimming zone with rope markers.
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