Campsites near Peachtree Corners are located in Georgia's Piedmont region, characterized by rolling hills with elevations between 700-1,200 feet. Most camping areas sit along the shores of Lake Lanier to the northeast or Lake Allatoona to the northwest. Summer morning humidity often exceeds 85% before 10am, making early camp setup advisable during peak season months.
What to do
Fishing from shorelines: Shoal Creek Campground allows fishing directly from lakeside campsites. "Great week. My husband and son enjoyed fishing and paddle boarding right behind our site," reports a visitor to Stone Mountain Park Campground.
Hiking historic trails: At Red Top Mountain State Park Campground, trails follow old iron ore mining routes. "This park is clean and scenic. The staff is very courteous, friendly and helpful. There are plenty of opportunities to hike, fish and boat," notes one camper.
Mountain biking: Fort Yargo State Park Campground offers dedicated mountain biking trails. "Most of the trails are mixed mountain biking and hiking but when we were there, we only saw two mountain bikes," shares a recent visitor who enjoyed the trail system.
Wildlife observation: Bald Ridge Creek features abundant deer populations that frequent campsites. "A lot of deer just walking around. Bathrooms are in good shape," reports a camper who stayed at spot 97.
What campers like
Secluded walk-in sites: Shady Grove Campground offers waterfront walk-in sites for more privacy. "Beautiful sites that are somewhat private. Lots to do close by in the day time (biking, hiking, fishing, swimming)," writes one reviewer.
Large camping pads: At Bald Ridge Creek, sites feature paved concrete pads that accommodate larger setups. "We have stayed here several times now and love it. Our sites have all been lake-side and very large with a paved drive," notes a frequent visitor.
Swimming areas: Many Lake Lanier sites include small beach areas for swimming. "We had a nice, spacious campsite with a nice picnic table and partial view of the lake even though we didn't have 'lake view' site," explains a Stone Mountain Park camper.
Kid-friendly facilities: Sweetwater Campground includes playgrounds and swim beaches. "Rangers were very nice, beach is cool, nice lake front sites. We had a fun time here, especially the kids. They loved riding their bikes around in this great family friendly campground."
What you should know
Alcohol regulations: Some campgrounds strictly enforce no-alcohol policies. At Shady Grove, one camper warns: "If you enjoy having a beer while camping don't come here. Beautiful day, beer in a solo cup playing cards with my wife at a picnic table. Ranger pulls up and gave us both tickets."
Noise factors: Stone Mountain Park Campground offers proximity to Atlanta with some urban sounds. "Good for a quick get away while still having access to 'city life'. There are some beautiful spots close to the water where you do feel like you're deep in nature," one camper explains.
Limited shower facilities: Several campgrounds have limited or outdated bathroom facilities. At Shoal Creek Campground, a visitor noted, "The showers were straight out of a horror film, I had opted to not shower for 4 days, instead of taking a shower in those filthy things."
Seasonal closures: Winter camping options are limited as many parks close between November and March. Sweetwater Campground operates from March 15 to September 7, while Shady Grove Campground runs from March 25 to November 3.
Tips for camping with families
Rent water equipment: At many lakeside campgrounds, bringing personal flotation devices saves on rental fees. "We brought 2 dogs which they enjoyed the scenery. They are firm on making sure pet owners have their leash on and do not free roam," shares a Shady Grove camper.
Book Premium Sites: Families benefit from premium waterfront sites that offer direct lake access. "We tested out our first pop-up camper here. Close by and clean amenities. Very friendly staff," notes a Bald Ridge Creek visitor.
Consider yurt options: Sweetwater Campground offers alternative accommodations for families new to camping. "Sweetwater welcomed us to camping and made us campers for life!" shares an enthusiastic first-timer.
Plan for insect control: Summer camping requires preparation for ants and mosquitoes. One family at Shoal Creek reported: "No shade whatsoever at 61 and ANTS, ants everywhere. They managed to get in our vehicle and they swarmed our toddlers car seats."
Tips from RVers
Urban convenience: Jones RV Park provides easy access to Atlanta services. "I stayed here long term for a couple of years while working in Atlanta. They have nightly sites and long term sites, a bathhouse, laundry, and the office staff are very nice," shares a repeat visitor.
Leveling challenges: Several campgrounds require significant leveling equipment. "The only downfall was that the trailer needed a lot of leveling. But it was totally worth it," notes a Stone Mountain Park RVer whose site was on the lake.
Road conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging internal roads. "Very narrow roads in the campground with lots of pot holes. Not the easiest state park to pull a travel trailer in," warns a Red Top Mountain visitor.
Early arrival recommended: Popular weekend spots fill quickly by mid-afternoon. "When we met the ranger, I soon realized that he may have been taking his job too seriously," shares a Shady Grove visitor regarding after-hours arrivals.
