21 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Tallulah Gorge State Park and River Falls at the Gorge offer cabin accommodations near Lakemont with varying levels of amenities. Cabin camping near Lakemont ranges from rustic log cabins with primitive amenities to fully-equipped units with private bathrooms and full kitchens. "The cabins themselves are relatively nice - very rustic so don't expect anything fancy. Mattresses in bunk beds are very thin plastic pads," noted one visitor about similar accommodations in the region. Most cabins include basic furnishings such as beds, tables, and chairs, with some providing full kitchen facilities including refrigerators, stoves, and microwaves.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground offers traditional log cabins with more primitive amenities, while River Campground provides fully-equipped units with modern conveniences. Reservations are required at all locations, especially during peak summer and fall foliage seasons. Pet policies vary by property, with Tallulah Gorge State Park and Black Rock Mountain allowing pets in designated cabins. A review mentioned that "this is my favorite place for cabin camping! They are cozy, comfy cabins. Everything to cook and clean in the cabins is all provided!"
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. As one camper shared, "No sheets/towels provided so bring your own everything." Kitchen facilities range from basic microwaves and mini-refrigerators to full kitchens with cookware and utensils. Firewood is available for purchase at most properties, including River Falls at the Gorge and River Campground. On-site camp stores stock essential items, though selection is limited. For more extensive grocery needs, nearby towns offer supermarkets and general stores where visitors can purchase food and supplies before arrival.
"An interesting thing about Georgia state parks is that when you arrive and check in, you become eligible for a senior or military/veteran “rebate” which is not available when reserving. "
"We enjoyed our time at Tallulah State Park. The gorge and trails were incredible. The campground is conveniently located right next to the entrance to the visitors center."
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Get a text when availablefrom $36 - $45 / night
"The site included 4 shelters with bunks, a pit toilet and outdoor shower, a grill, fire pit, and a little cabin with electricity."
"It was tucked away down its own little gated road and had 4 open shelters and 1 cabin with electricity. There was also a pit toilet and shower (no hot water)."
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from $20 - $255 / night
"All the sites are near the river which provides great opportunities for tubing and fishing as well as the peaceful sound of the rapids. My family really enjoyed our stay here. "
"Campground is pet friendly, but I wouldn't recommend unless you're RV camping. (In fact, this campground is more geared for RV camping.)"
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"Set in a lush green Forrest, Unicoi State Park just outside of Helen, GA, has something for everyone."
"We were the only ones in the standard campground (fire pit, picnic table, tent pad). Because it was so cold, we used the huge lodge lobby/lounge to warm up in the evenings."
"There was air conditioning, 2 bedrooms, 1 full kitchen, 1 full bathroom, and a fire place. We stopped at a Walmart in one of the towns before the park to stock up on food."
"What a lovely, relaxing park. There is an area for day-use people, with boat rentals, a small swimming area, and playgrounds (including mini golf!). "
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"The campground is set up for RVs, primitive tent sites, covered tent shelters, and cabins that are for rent right on the the river."
"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
"Beautiful State Park with roomy shaded sites, many of which are creekside. A large lake for fishing and swimming is at the front of the park and it offers canoe and paddle boat rentals."
"We enjoyed a challenging 11-mile hike up and over 3 mountains from trail heads inside the park. There are shorter hikes that start here as well."
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from $30 - $290 / night
"It was clean and in good operation but there was only one men’s room near our cabin. Also the shower was clean but minimal."
"This is a perfect campground still feels rustic it’s covered makes it easy to camp in the rain I will be back with friends"
from $20 - $95 / night
"They are a short walk from the tent-camper parking area, a short walk from the two water spigots in the parking area, and a short walk from the restrooms."
"The walk-in tent sites were excellent. All sites had table, fire ring, lantern hook, and a gravel tent pad in addition to paved site. Most of the sites were shaded."
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"Tugaloo state Park: This Georgia State Park offers a multitude of activities from hiking, paddling, boating, fishing, swimming, putt putt, tennis/pickleball court and biking the park roads to name a few"
"We were lakeside on a pull through that was a bit short for us. The site was amazing we could kayak up to our site. Pet friendly, family friendly. Power, Electric, gray water dumps near each site."
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from $27 - $230 / night
GuideSites are not level. Thousand trails is currently not investing. Any money in improving the sites. Half of the sites in the park are going back to nature. The roads are falling apart and the inclines are not big rig friendly.
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
ScoutWalk to trail sites, clean bathrooms, sites close together…water and electric at site. Sites are sloped gravel.
TravelerStayed 1 week in site 12. Great small campground, clean and quiet. Jojo was a great host and 5pm happy hour gathering was fun. Will DEFINITELY return. Its a great spot for launching adventures.
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.
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.
ScoutThis was a really lovely campground. We were greeted by Jojo and escorted to our spot by Daegan who helped us get our camper situated. The campground was clean and tidy, and had firewood and ice available for purchase. The happy hour at 5 is a great way to meet your fellow campers. Nearby there are restaurants and a few shops. The location is very close to several waterfall hikes.
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. 🏕️🥾
RangerWe stayed on site #25 in early August but due to the elevation the weather was mild.
There were plenty of activities to keep us busy at the park and the staff was friendly and helpful.
One thing that surprised us and worth mentioning is that even though the park is massive, the campground appears to have been an afterthought as it, and the sites are generally very small. It would be nice to see them expand it and make the changes to increase the size of sites.
Also, as we have seen at other parks kids on e-bikes is becoming a real problem and safety concern. Young children, many not wearing helmets, continually racing around the campground with no regard for speed limits or traffic signs. It is a recipe for an injury or an unfortunate fatality.
Hopefully parks will begin addressing this issue.
Cabin camping near Lakemont, Georgia offers lakeside accommodations at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 2,500 feet in the northeast Georgia mountains. The region experiences mild temperatures in spring and fall with summer highs typically reaching the mid-80s. Water features are prominent throughout the area with the Tallulah River providing recreational opportunities directly accessible from several cabin locations.
Hiking the gorge trails: Access over 20 miles of trails directly from River Campground, where many trails connect to the larger Tallulah Gorge system. "Beautifully secluded" with "covered tent sites made it easy to camp in the rain," according to visitors who appreciate the all-weather access to nearby hiking routes.
Waterfall exploration: Unicoi State Park & Lodge serves as an excellent base for visiting multiple waterfalls. "There are more beautiful waterfalls within an hour than I can count," notes one camper who stays at Unicoi specifically for waterfall adventures. The park itself features Trahlyta Falls and is just 3 miles from Anna Ruby Falls.
River tubing: Float the Tallulah River directly from cabin sites at River Falls at the Gorge. "The river is perfect for tubing," mentions a review, while another notes that "everyday the river changes because of the dam upstream," creating varied water experiences from "almost a trickle" to "almost a whitewater adventure although still safe for tubing."
Secluded primitive options: Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground offers primitive sites with more privacy than standard cabins. "We stayed in one of the tent-only, walk-in sites... Once we got to our site, it was awesome. Other campsites could barely be seen through the woods so it felt very private and secluded." These sites include bear boxes at each location.
Cabin variety: From rustic to full-service, cabin options vary widely in amenities and location. "We stayed in the River Chalet which was very comfortable for our family of 4," reports a visitor at River Campground, while another camper at Oconee State Park Campground mentions that "there was air conditioning, 2 bedrooms, 1 full kitchen, 1 full bathroom, and a fire place."
Lakeside accommodations: Many cabins offer direct water access. "Most campsites have views of the lake and access directly to the stoney beaches," notes a visitor to Tugaloo State Park Campground. A common benefit is the ability to "kayak right from campsite" as mentioned by multiple reviewers.
Cabin reservation timing: Book well in advance, especially for summer and fall. At Tugaloo State Park "it's very popular in summer and reservations are necessary. When we were there there was a heated dispute between two families over who had reserved a site!"
Terrain challenges: The mountainous setting means steep terrain at many sites. "It should go without saying but nothing here is flat," reports a Black Rock Mountain camper, while another mentions "the road is a steep grade up to the campground" with several overlooks on the way.
Site spacing variations: Cabin privacy differs significantly between locations. A Tugaloo visitor notes: "You are packed in, sites close together. I usually love State Parks for the privacy. Not the case at this park." In contrast, Oconee State Park provides more separation: "There are multiple cabins scattered around the lake but they are a good distance apart from each other."
Water-based activities: Unicoi State Park offers family-friendly water options with "a swimming beach also exists on the park's 22 acre picturesque lake" and boat rentals available during summer months at reasonable rates.
Child-friendly amenities: Recreation facilities beyond standard playgrounds are available at some locations. "The campground itself has an indoor and outdoor pool. A clubhouse, a basketball court and playground equipment," reports a River Falls at the Gorge camper.
Cabin selection for kids: Choose cabins based on specific family needs. "We got site A10 right by the Tallulah River. Loved the river right behind us," mentions a River Falls visitor, while a Tallulah Gorge camper suggests: "If you are tent camping down below from the RV spots which is nice. Showers bathrooms and water easy access from the tent primitive camping."
Site access limitations: Many cabin and RV areas have tight access roads. At Tugaloo State Park, a camper warns: "Not big rig friendly. I have a 43ft 5th Wheel and it was very tight navigating through the park."
Sewer connections: Full hookup availability varies by location. A River Falls visitor notes an important consideration: "The sewer hook up went uphill to drain. It drained still but very slowly. Luckily there was some logs by it to help elevate the hose."
Site leveling considerations: Black Rock Mountain presents particular challenges, with sites that are "terraced off because it's very steep terrain." A visitor to Tugaloo mentions that their site was "a pull through that was a bit short for us" despite being in a desirable lakeside location.
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