11 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Tallulah Gorge State Park and River Campground offer luxury glamping accommodations near Lakemont with comfortable canvas structures and upscale amenities. Both locations provide access to the spectacular Tallulah Gorge while offering climate-controlled accommodations that blend outdoor experiences with modern comforts. The glamping options include full utility hookups, clean modern bathrooms with hot showers, and well-maintained grounds. Each glamping unit features comfortable bedding, electricity, and picnic tables for outdoor dining. At River Campground, the luxury sites sit alongside the Tallulah River with private river access. A recent visitor noted, "Pulling in to this campground gives you an exotic feel as bamboo, pine trees, and awesome fire pits fill the scene."
The glamping experience at these locations centers around exploring Tallulah Gorge, one of Georgia's seven natural wonders. Safari tents and upgraded accommodations provide a comfortable base for hiking the gorge's extensive trail system, which includes multiple overlooks and a suspension bridge spanning the canyon. Water activities are popular, with swimming and fishing available in the Tallulah River at River Campground. Both locations are within minutes of the visitor center where permits for gorge floor access can be obtained (limited to 100 daily). One camper highlighted, "We tent camped here back in March and absolutely LOVED IT. The trails were well maintained and accessible from the campsite." Winter visits offer a more secluded experience with fewer crowds, while summer brings swimming opportunities and organized activities including occasional live music events at River Campground.
"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."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $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."
"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."
"Situated on a lake. Campgrounds were close together with not enough trees for sound barriers but plenty of trees for hammocks."
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"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
"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."
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from $30 - $290 / night
"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"
"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."
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from $27 - $230 / night
"First, the positives: 1. This is a small campground, which we like
2. As we were there in early May, it was not crowded."
"Great access to the Tallulah Gorge! It was really nice to be able to explore the gorge directly from the campsite and the views were incredible."
from $40 / night
"The scenery here is beautiful; I enjoyed being able to set up my tent right next to the stream. The sites are close together, but it was fairly empty when I was there."
"The spot we were in was really close to the store and had a nice deck with a picnic table."
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from $55 / night
"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!!"
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dispersed camping options near Lakemont, Georgia, provide access to the northeastern Georgia mountains at elevations between 1,200-1,800 feet. The climate features cool nights even during summer months, with temperatures often dropping below 60°F after sunset. Fall camping season extends longer than surrounding areas, with colorful foliage typically lasting until mid-November before winter temperatures limit tent camping comfort.
Hike the Gorge Floor: Obtain one of the limited 100 daily permits from Tallulah Gorge State Park visitor center. "It is 1099 stairs to the bottom of canyon! Campground was nice. Sites are open and unlevel but most were a good size," notes a camper from Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground.
Visit Local Waterfalls: Multiple falls are within short driving distance. "Being a former corrections officers, I know what I think it is, but I'll leave that to the reader. This place is still getting 4 stars due to overall cleanliness and location," shares a reviewer who stayed at Oconee State Park Campground while exploring nearby waterfalls.
Rock Hopping: Cross streams and explore the rocky terrain. "The hiking is fun but intense. Be prepared for lots of stairs, a bridge over the water, and rock hopping across the water," warns a visitor about the terrain near Tallulah Gorge.
Mountain Biking: Several campgrounds offer trail access. "A lot of activities to do! Mountain biking, hiking, zip lining, etc. Will definitely be returning in the future!" shares an enthusiastic camper from Unicoi State Park.
Creek-side Camping: Many sites offer water proximity. "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," describes a guest at River Campground, LLC.
Yurt Camping: Yurt options near Lakemont, Georgia provide solid shelter while maintaining a camping feel. Tugaloo State Park offers lakeside yurts as an alternative to tent or RV camping. "Great spot for all kinds of boating and water sports. Close to other parks with waterfalls and hiking trails," notes a visitor to Tugaloo State Park Campground.
Wildlife Viewing: Bear activity requires proper precautions. "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 a camper who stayed at Raven Cliff Falls.
Winter Solitude: Off-season camping offers quieter experience. "We got to the park after hours and was worried we would have to hunt down the host, but he was very prompt and welcoming. Every staff member we came across was very nice," mentions a family camper about winter camping.
Cell Service Limitations: Connectivity varies significantly by location. "The area very serene, quiet and pretty. Nice hiking area and swimming area. If you need to get ahold of someone though you'll have to drive 10 to 15 minutes into town," advises a visitor about connectivity issues.
Campground Crowds: Book early for weekends. "If you want a walk-in campsite and it's the weekend, you better get there early. We arrived at dusk on a Friday and got the last walk-in site available," shares a camper from Raven Cliff Falls.
Site Unevenness: Many sites require leveling equipment. "Sites are VERY close together. No privacy at all. I had a walk in tent site. Seemed private on the creek, but the cars coming down the road shined their headlights in the tent," warns a visitor to Vogel State Park Campground.
Varied Weather: Prepare for sudden temperature changes. "Choose your spot wisely... Great access to the Tallulah Gorge! It was really nice to be able to explore the gorge directly from the campsite and the views were incredible," advises a camper about dealing with variable conditions.
Water Activities: Several locations offer swimming options. "This is a great campground and super peaceful to be at great travel travelers spots and water and power hook ups and sites. the falls is also a great view to see," mentions a camper from Unicoi State Park.
Kid-Friendly Trails: Look for shorter routes with water features. "Really enjoyed camping here with my family. Took our 19, 11, and 4 year old. Tested the trails and enjoyed plenty of scenic views. Will definitely be going back," shares a family who stayed at Tallulah Gorge.
Playground Access: Some campgrounds feature recreation areas. "My kids and I went camping at Unicoi Park in the summer and there is plenty to keep them busy. They played in the creek, on the swing set and walked the trail to the swimming section of the lake," reports a parent about their experience.
Cabin Alternative: For yurt camping near Lakemont, Georgia with small children, consider cabins during cooler months. "We spent 2 nights in one of the cabins in this beautiful state park during a road trip through South Carolina. And let me say, 2 nights was not enough!" shares an enthusiastic visitor.
Site Selection: Limited level sites for larger rigs. "Not big rig friendly. I have a 43ft 5th Wheel and it was very tight navigating through the park. Electric 30amp and Water only. Dump station has easy access," warns an RV owner about Tugaloo State Park.
Water/Electric Hookups: Most parks offer partial hookups. "We had a spot right on the river. Full hookups. Clean bathrooms and showers. Incredible river to fish and swim in," notes a camper who stayed at River Campground, LLC.
Reservation Timing: Book several months ahead for summer weekends. "This is a beautiful park. All of Georgia's state parks are nice, this is one of the nicest. Most sites are right on the lake. It's very popular in summer and reservations are necessary," advises a camper about securing spots.
Road Noise: Some sites experience highway sounds. "Also, from about 4am to 10pm you hear the constant traffic on the nearby highway. This highway is curvy and goes down the mountain, so when I say traffic I mean the air brakes of the trucks," warns a tent camper about site selection.
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