Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Lake Sidney Lanier

Lake Sidney Lanier, GA is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Lake Sidney Lanier. Discover great camping spots near Lake Sidney Lanier, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Lake Sidney Lanier (172)

    1. Shady Grove Campground

    24 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 205-6850

    $20 - $240 / night

    "The host at the front office gave us a different spot that would be easier access to our 40ft 5th wheel. The view is fantastic. We brought 2 dogs which they enjoyed the scenery."

    "They already had a site (#51) which was nice with a beautiful view over the lake. The site had a nice big area with fire pit, picnic table, grill and room for a big tent."

    2. Bald Ridge Creek

    22 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 889-1591

    $26 - $36 / night

    "Our sites have all been lake-side and very large with a paved drive. There is hiking around the shore line and lots of ducks in the lake to feed (Shh!)"

    "It was right on the lake with a beautiful view. It has a path that goes down to the lake. A lot of the sites are on the lake and most sites offer ample shade."

    3. Old Federal

    19 Reviews
    Oakwood, GA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 967-6757

    $20 - $36 / night

    "Our site was walking distance to the bathhouse, playground and swimming."

    "Grounds were great with easy access to the lake."

    4. Bolding Mill

    21 Reviews
    Murrayville, GA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 534-6960

    $20 - $36 / night

    "It was a little longer walk to the water and when a camper was next to us we couldn’t see the lake. We already have our reservations for 2025 in the site we wanted."

    "Our site was near access to walk-in camping (which did not turn out to be a problem since we set up facing the water) and a long walk to the bathroom, which was reasonably clean with hot shower but no"

    5. Duckett Mill

    18 Reviews
    Oakwood, GA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 532-9802

    $26 - $36 / night

    "Pet friendly."

    "Almost all the sites have view of lake and many have access to the lake for swimming or paddle boarding or boating. Nice breeze off the lake. Will be back many times."

    6. Don Carter State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Lula, GA
    19 miles
    +1 (678) 450-7726

    $25 - $225 / night

    "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!"

    "This Georgia State Park is in Gainesville on the Chattahoochee where it meets up with Lake Lanier.  It was very easy to get to from the Atlanta area. "

    7. Sawnee

    7 Reviews
    Cumming, GA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 887-0592

    $20 - $46 / night

    "As for us we are avid hikers so we stuck to the trails. There are a few trails that interconnect so we hike for hours(which we loved). Although we did not camp we are definitely coming back to do so."

    "On a peninsula this little gem on Lake Lanier, with wooded lots, is the perfect relaxation spot for RV & Tent campers."

    8. Amicalola Falls State Park Camping

    57 Reviews
    Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, GA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 265-4703

    "It's proximity to Atlanta can cause the area around the falls to fill up quick so the earlier or colder the better."

    "If you're taking off on the AT, then you need to get walking. However, if you want a small taste of the AT and would like to camp out near the starting point, then this is a great place to be."

    9. Margaritaville

    5 Reviews
    Lake Sidney Lanier, GA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (470) 323-3486

    $63 - $100 / night

    "We had a pave site full hookup pull thru with lake view. Very easy to get in and out, private and quiet, we had a picnic table, fire ring and bbq grill."

    10. Stone Mountain Park Campground

    91 Reviews
    Stone Mountain, GA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 498-5710

    $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."

    "Extremely pet friendly, lakeside campsite"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Lake Sidney Lanier

1446 Reviews of 172 Lake Sidney Lanier Campgrounds


  • Maethea R.
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Vogel State Park Campground

    Beautiful views

    This campground has a beautiful mountain view behind the lake. There is also a beautiful waterfall to hike to. They offer paddle boards, kayaks, peddleboats, and aqua cycles to rent for the lake. They also offer bike rentals and putt putt course. There is a general store in the visitor center. There are hiking trails for the extreme hikers too that go into the mountains on the Appalachian trail. The campsites are pretty close together, but we had a premier spot that was larger and a pull-through. The bathrooms were clean, but old and dated. This is one of the oldest campgrounds in the state. They offer cottages and cabins for rent. There was a dog parking loud constantly that was so annoying. We have dogs and many people camping there did, but our dogs don’t bark constantly. I would say this isn’t the campgrounds fault, but this irresponsible pet owner was literally between two campground hosts. Had it continued late at night past 10pm we would have had to call someone. It’s hard to relax by the fire with a dog barking constantly. The campground needs to add more signage. People are driving around looking lost. Here’s the problem ... if you have an RV or camper and park in the RV spaces when you pull out on the far end to the right you cannot see the directional signs. We pulled to the right and it was a dead end at the cottages. It was very stressful trying to the turn around hauling a camper. People in the cottages told us we weren’t the only ones to pull down there and have to turn around. Lots of cars were turning around down there, but with a camper it’s a nightmare. I paid extra for a pullthrough only to deal with that nonsense at the start. I suggest adding a sign at the far right exit of parking lot that has directions. Add another sign that says “Cabins only - Dead End”. If our camper had been an inch longer we couldn’t have turned around. Not impressed by the swimming area at the beach.

  • Ted N.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 15, 2023

    411 River Rest Campground

    Great Facilities

    Campground is next to SR 411. Excellent facilities and staff. We stayed for 3 days and had an enjoyable time. Fished in the pond played corn hole. Ran our dogs every day at the dog park. Will definitely head up there again

  • Corey G.
    May. 20, 2023

    Diamond Lure Campground

    Awesome Campground

    This Campground is amazing. The woman in the office is so nice and very helpful. They have workers escort you to your site to make sure everything is OK. The man who escorted us was very nice, and made sure we knew where everything was (even after being told at the office). I loved that. The grounds are super clean. There are walking trails, a lake, a beach, and they even have things for dogs! (Dog bath, dog beach, dog park, ect). I'd recommend this place 1,000 times over!!!

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 18, 2024

    Hiawassee Georgia KOA

    Love this KOA

    Great mountain Thanksgiving vacay! Lots of area attractions and lots of activities at the KOA for our granddaughter! 2 playgrounds, mini golf, pillow pad, paddle boats, game room. Nice little dog park with mutt mitts, and staff friendly and helpful. Picnic table at each site, we were by the lake, but would have chosen near pillow-pad if available as those spots were better spaced. Nice store and clean facilities even though we didn’t use.

  • c
    Jun. 28, 2025

    411 River Rest Campground

    Nice Rv/tent campground

    This is a great place to camp, we enjoy staying here they also have some tent sites, wifi is a bit spotty which is to be expected since everyone is trying to use it so either use your hotspot or a mobile internet provider and you will be fine, dog park was well kept, playground has plenty of options for the little ones, the splash pad was a hit for our little ones as they enjoyed it, check in was a breeze as the office folks are very informative as to the surrounding place’s you can visit all really at a relatively short drive…your close to your neighbor but not to close “if that makes since”….will definitely stay here again

  • T
    Jul. 9, 2021

    Riverside

    Below average camping...

    I would not recommend this place as a goto camp. The Yellow River floods into the park during high rain periods, park gives no warning till they are getting water into the park, then it is a knock on the door to get out of the park if they have no openings in high ground area. Lots of wild cats in park, but no vermin there. Many ex-cons in the park, all kinds of history in them....woof. They try to keep it in good shape, but a lot of trash offender, litters adults as well as kids, people not picking up behind their pets. 

    Over all not the worst, but surely not close to good either. Only stayed a month just had to go.

  • DeWayne H.
    Apr. 12, 2019

    Stone Mountain Park Campground

    So close to me and I love it.

    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. This place is world renowned for its fireworks and laser show but you have to go off the pavement to truly fall in love with Stone Mountain! This place is great for everyone. I mean everyone, from free runners to hikers and all you folk that like to “camp” in your RVs. Visit this place anytime of year and you will not be disappointed. Apparently it’s rated #1 as the best place to camp in Georgia. I’m more into the nature only kind of camping but that’s not everyone’s cup a tea. Stone Mountain has something for everyone.

  • Stephanie M.
    Jul. 15, 2018

    Bald Mountain Camping Resort

    Great riverside spots

    Really enjoyed our riverside spot at Bald Mountain Resort. Staff was all super friendly and very knowledgeable of local areas to visit. Full hookups, cable and WiFi were nice amenities. Pet friendly with multiple dog walk areas. Lots of fun stuff for the kids to do.


Guide to Lake Sidney Lanier

If you're looking for a great spot to camp with your furry friends, Lake Sidney Lanier in Georgia offers several pet-friendly campgrounds that cater to both you and your pets.

Tips for camping with dogs near Lake Sidney Lanier

  • Ensure your dog is leashed at all times while exploring the beautiful trails at Fort Yargo State Park Campground, where you can enjoy scenic walks with your pet.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your dog, especially when visiting Bald Ridge Creek, which has lovely lake views and access for swimming.
  • Consider a portable pet bed for comfort at Duckett Mill, where spacious sites allow your dog to relax after a day of adventure.

Dog owners appreciate the amenities

  • Bolding Mill features clean facilities and ample space for pets to roam, making it a favorite among dog owners.
  • At Old Federal, you’ll find well-maintained restrooms and easy access to the lake, perfect for a refreshing swim with your dog.
  • Sawnee offers picnic tables and fire pits, allowing for cozy evenings with your pet by your side.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great activities

  • Enjoy fishing and swimming at Lake Lanier Islands Resort Shoal Creek Campground, where pets are welcome to join in the fun.
  • Explore the trails and enjoy the natural beauty at Laurel Park, which provides plenty of space for your dog to explore.
  • Margaritaville is a fantastic option for families, featuring a variety of activities and amenities that cater to both pets and their owners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Lake Sidney Lanier?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Lake Sidney Lanier is Shady Grove Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 24 reviews.

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