8 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Amicalola Falls State Park Camping houses upscale glamping accommodations within easy reach of Georgia's tallest waterfall. Located in Dawsonville, this glamping destination boasts yurts and premium canvas tents with modern amenities including electricity, climate control, and comfortable beds. "Loved hiking here and the cabins are awesome," notes a previous guest. The park provides an elevated camping experience with picnic tables, drinking water, and hot showers all within a natural setting. Three Falls Treehouse offers a unique treetop glamping experience with a private setting, complete with fire pit and picnic table for outdoor dining. Under The Hemlock Campground adds more glamping options just one mile from Amicalola Falls, featuring heated canvas accommodations with proper beds and linens.
The glamping campsites at Amicalola Falls serve as perfect basecamps for exploring the 729-foot cascading waterfall via numerous hiking trails, including the famous Appalachian Trail approach. One visitor highlighted, "This campground has everything you need. The tent pads are new with nice and level gravel. The facilities are great." Beyond hiking, glamping guests enjoy ranger-led wildlife programs featuring local raptors, stargazing opportunities, and access to a fitness trail near the lodge. The area's glamping resorts remain open year-round, with fall being particularly spectacular as the surrounding forests display vibrant colors. Nearby attractions include Burt's Pumpkin Farm, featuring seasonal hayrides that cross a scenic creek. Reservations are essential as these premium glamping accommodations book quickly, especially during peak foliage season.
"There are only about 24 sites, some cabins, and some new glamping tents. There is a bathhouse with individual showers. You are fairly close to the lodge. You are also right at the falls."
"We arrived just before sunset & we were in a rush to set up before it started to pour."
"Nice view of lake when site across the lane isn't occupied. Restrooms/ showers cleaned and relatively maintained (1 shower curtain missing) , debris free paved lanes to all sites."
"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!)"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $36 / night
"Close to Cumming, Dawsonville and Gainesville. Right on the lake with boat ramps and kayak/paddle board rentals on site. Decent showers, cheap laundry (1 dollar to wash, 1 dollar to dry)."
"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."
from $20 - $240 / 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."
Available this weekend
from $30 - $290 / night
"Really nice state park located at north end of Lake Lanier. Site 13 was great. Had woods and lake view. Paved pull through site with gravel pad for picnic and fire pit area."
"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!"
Available this weekend
from $25 - $225 / night
"Overall a nice and quite campground on Lake Lanier that’s not a COE campground. Easy to navigate and locate the sites. All have water views, picnic tables, fire pits, and grills."
"Decent spots, only thing is the Grill is part of the campfire ring and not separate"
"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."
"Each site has electric, water, grill, and fire pit. They have a great little store where you can get snacks, ice cream, hot dogs and more."
"Less than a mile from Amicalola Falls/hiking, quiet camp spots and clean bath houses."
"You can start your hike there and take the 400 plus steps to the upper falls and pick up trail– or you can park the lot above the falls. "
"The 5 mile hike starts inside the Amicalola Falls State Park and for a bit shares the trail with AT approach trail to Springer Mountain."
from $89 - $220 / 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"
ScoutA great find to hang your hat for the evening. New owners look like they are doing amazing up grades. Our site 57 didn’t have a picnic table or fire ring but I’m sure they are working on it. Fairly quite and we would for sure come back and give it a 5 star when their done on the remodel.
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.
TravelerWelcome center is nice, but the roads and asphalt sites are crumbling. We had a back in site that was fairly level. No real privacy from neighboring sites.
TravelerWay too many rules to have to abide by. It’s not a day use area, so you HAVE to camp over night or else they threaten to ban you from all FoCo campsites. Normally not a big deal, but there was supposed to be rain during our visit and that had me paranoid. We camped out, the rain held off, it was nice. Then day 2, I wasn’t feeling it anymore, but I didn’t want to be banned from camping 🙄 so we stayed the night and packed up at 5:45am the next day. No coffee or chilling. I just wanted to get out of there! I love camping out in the wilderness…no rules, no stress, no people, no RVs. Just nature.
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.
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. 🏕️🥾
GuideHopefully they open it up soon but we drove about an hour to get here just for it to be closed. The whole road seems to be closed for the time being for road work. I hope this helps someone!.
The 5-8 miles up to this area do seem a little sketchy but we were hoping the actually site would be nice and hopefully it will be after the work they are doing right now.
GuideCampsite was the perfect lake front spot for our dog’s last camping adventure with us. The resort felt super safe for 2 females traveling with their dog and all campsites and bathrooms were super clean.
Dawsonville camping options extend beyond glamping with diverse camping experiences throughout North Georgia's mountainous terrain. Situated at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,800 feet, the region experiences distinct seasonal changes with summer temperatures averaging in the 80s and winter lows frequently dropping into the 30s. Campgrounds near Dawsonville offer access to Lake Lanier's shoreline, mountain vistas, and riverside camping spots with varying degrees of amenities.
Visit Anna Ruby Falls: A moderate 5-mile hike from Vogel State Park Campground leads to stunning cascades. "Beautiful falls if you can get to the top. Moderate hike to the top of the falls," reports Kayla B., who enjoyed the accessible trail system from Amicalola.
Wildlife viewing: The natural habitats around River Forks Park & Campground provide excellent opportunities for animal spotting. "They found all kinds of insects they had never seen even a Luna moth," shares Traci C. about her teens' discoveries while camping.
Mountain biking: The trail systems connected to Unicoi State Park & Lodge offer excellent options for cyclists. "A lot of activities to do! Mountain biking, hiking, zip lining, etc. Will definitely be returning in the future!" notes Rebeca A., highlighting the diverse recreation options.
Lake access: Camping near Lake Lanier at Bald Ridge Creek provides direct water access. "Nearly every site is on the Lake, with access to the water. The sites are very well maintained," explains Pam, describing why this location draws repeat visitors.
Clean facilities: The maintenance standards at many campgrounds receive consistent praise. Referring to Don Carter State Park Campground, Cameron G. notes, "Everything is so clean and well taken care of. The campsites are always clean when you arrive, and the volunteers are so sweet."
Off-grid experiences: For those seeking a more secluded camping experience near Dawsonville, glamping options like Len Foote Hike Inn provide a unique experience. "The 5 mile hike starts inside the Amicalola Falls State Park... The temperature at the inn is a good 10-15 degrees cooler than Amicalola, which is welcome in the summer heat," shares Anna R.
Alcohol policies: Some campgrounds near Dawsonville have strict alcohol policies. At Shady Grove Campground, Rick B. warns, "If you enjoy having a beer while camping don't come here... Ranger pulls up and gave us both tickets. We had a mandatory court appearance, turns out each ticket is $280.00. No warning."
Booking requirements: Most glamping sites near Dawsonville require advance reservations, particularly during fall foliage season. For Len Foote Hike Inn, a visitor advises, "Book Early! This place sells out quickly during months of good weather and for all holidays (Especially Thanksgiving)."
Terrain challenges: The mountainous landscape means some campgrounds have significant elevation changes. Kevin B. notes about Amicalola Falls, "Roads are extremely steep getting to the campground," a consideration for those with larger vehicles or mobility concerns.
Beach access: When glamping near Dawsonville with children, lake swimming areas provide excellent recreation. At Don Carter, a camper shares, "There is also a beach for the kids to play at as well, very well kept. Our campsite backed up to one of the hiking trails and our little guy loved it!"
Playground options: Several campgrounds offer dedicated children's areas. "There are hiking trails, geocaches, a beach area, picnic shelters, cottages and a brand new equestrian trail system!" reports George & Patty C. about Don Carter State Park.
Educational opportunities: Many sites offer ranger programs that engage younger campers. According to Chris H., Shady Grove "is a wonderful gem of a campground. It is owned and run by Forsyth County and is beautifully maintained. Living in the North Atlanta area, this became one of our easy, go-to camp sites."
Site selection: When bringing larger RVs, careful site selection is critical. At Amicalola Falls, Soren B. cautions, "We have a 27' airstream and there are a couple campsites that are hard to get into. Number 18 does not look hard, but the layout is very difficult to get into. The bend halfway into the campground would be extremely difficult with much bigger than 27' camper."
Seasonal considerations: RVers note that shade can be crucial during summer months. About Don Carter, George & Patty C. explain, "We camped in our trusty pop up camper so direct sun is always an issue (non-insulated bunk ends) but a travel trailer/RV would probably fare well (as far as temp goes)."
Hookup variations: Check specific site details before booking. Michael C. at River Forks notes, "Many sites do not have a fire pit and many do not have a grill. Many sites are too small to park a second vehicle even if the camper is small."
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