Camping sites near Brinson, Georgia center around Lake Seminole, an 84-square-mile reservoir marking the Georgia-Florida border with 376 miles of shoreline. The area's subtropical climate keeps temperatures mild even in winter, with January averages around 50°F, making year-round camping viable. Campsites typically sit between 75-150 feet above sea level, with terrain characterized by gentle slopes leading to water access points.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Seminole and surrounding waterways offer excellent fishing for bass, crappie, and catfish. At Eastbank Campground, "There is a boat launch and a very nice fish cleaning hut near the dump station to process your catch," notes one reviewer. Many sites provide direct lake access for shore fishing.
Hiking trails: Several campgrounds maintain walking paths with wildlife viewing opportunities. At Three Rivers State Park Campground, trails follow the lakeshore with good birding prospects. "Fabulous birding including bald eagle nests. Bathrooms clean. Great hiking trails, some along the water," reports one visitor.
Boat tours: Explore Lake Seminole by canoe, kayak or motorboat. "The spring is closed as is the campground and some trails due to hurricane damage. The caverns are a must see in this park. Come early before they open as there is a line," advises a visitor to Florida Caverns State Park. Rental options exist at several campgrounds, with boat ramps available at most lake facilities.
What campers like
Waterfront camping: Sites with lake views receive consistent praise for their scenic qualities. At Seminole State Park Campground, "The waterfront sites are pullthroughs on a halfmoon loop. The sites are level gravel pads with a walkway that leads to a raised gravel sitting area for each site. The sitting area has a firepit and a picnic table," explains one camper.
Wildlife viewing: The area hosts diverse wildlife, making animal sightings common. "We had fun walking the nature trail and saw signs of deer and raccoons and enjoyed listening to the birds from our site," mentions a camper at Seminole State Park. Bird watching ranks as a popular activity, with waterfowl particularly abundant.
Sunsets and stargazing: Lake views provide excellent sunset watching opportunities. At Hales Landing Park, visitors appreciate the evening views. "Walk to shoreline with ease. Boating and fishing easily done. Landing is day use so a bit busier on weekends," one camper notes. Another camper at Eastbank mentioned, "Nice views of lake and great sunsets."
What you should know
Site reservations: Reservation policies vary significantly between campgrounds. "Landing is day use so a bit busier on weekends.. come Thursday or sooner will fill up for weekends (FCFS). NO RESERVATIONS ARE AVAILABLE," warns a Hales Landing visitor. By contrast, other campgrounds accept advance bookings months ahead.
Weather considerations: Summer brings high humidity and temperatures, while bug activity increases. A camper at At Ease Campground & Marina notes the property offers "Lake front property with a store, marina, and full hook-ups. You can tell that these new owners take pride in this property."
Electrical service: Power supply quality varies between campgrounds. One camper at River Junction reported, "With our senior discount this was $10/night for electric, water, flush toilets and hot showers! Boat ramp near by, seemed to attract a lot of fisherman." Other locations may experience occasional outages during storms.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. At Earl May Boat Basin, a visitor notes, "Playground for children. Rate: $35.00 self registration. No one onsite. Easy in/out for all size rigs on newly paved road. Paved walking or biking trails."
Educational opportunities: Florida Caverns State Park offers guided cave tours suitable for school-age children. "The caverns tour is worth it," states a visitor, while another adds, "Great State Park. Facilities are great. Not a park for a lot of large RVs. Cavern's were great to tour, good walking trails. Lots to do around the county."
Swimming options: Some campgrounds provide swimming areas during warmer months. "There's also a swimming hole right across the street from the tent sites which was also really nice!" reports a Florida Caverns visitor, offering relief from summer heat.
Tips from RVers
Navigational challenges: Several campgrounds have access roads that require attention. A visitor to Three Rivers State Park noted, "The road in is very rough and rugged, but was completely manageable if you just go slowly (and weave a bit to avoid the huge holes)." Another camper at Seminole State Park warned, "Be careful driving south because GPS will have you going down some dirt roads."
Site sizes: Campgrounds vary in their ability to accommodate larger rigs. At Spring Creek City Park, a visitor observed, "Decent little RV Park for just pulling off the road for a break. It's well kept and has 7 spots for Water/Electric hookups, and 9 spots for regular vehicles." At Three Rivers State Park, another notes, "Level sites, nicely spaced and mostly shaded."
Hookup availability: Confirm available utilities before arrival. Most lake campgrounds offer water and electric, while fewer provide sewer connections. At Eastbank, "Only electric and water no sewage hookups but do have a dump station," reports a camper, which matches the pattern at several area campgrounds.
