Best Camping near Lawrenceville, GA

Lawrenceville, GA is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Lawrenceville. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Lawrenceville, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Lawrenceville, GA (130)

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    1. Stone Mountain Park Campground

    88 Reviews
    259 Photos
    413 Saves
    Stone Mountain, Georgia

    Nestled among 3200 acres of natural beauty just outside of Atlanta, the Stone Mountain Park Campground features over 400 RV, Pop-up, and Tent sites as well as Yurt, Safari Tent, and RV Rentals. While Stone Mountain GA camping you'll also find a variety of recreational activities and family-friendly attractions and events available seasonally.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $44 - $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Yargo State Park Campground
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    2. Fort Yargo State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    108 Photos
    182 Saves
    Winder, Georgia

    Nestled between Athens and Atlanta, Fort Yargo is a 1,816-acre park located in Georgia state. Its namesake comes from a log fort that was constructed by settlers who, at the time, built it to protect themselves against the Creek and Cherokee. Nowadays, visitors flock to this park to enjoy the variety of outdoor recreation and activities.

    Apart from all the recreation the park has to offer, it also provides some of the most gorgeous views in the Eastern region of the United States. Here, folks can enjoy over 20 miles of hiking and bike trails. Fort Yargo State Park is also a common location for outdoor weddings and other types of special events and celebrations.

    Those looking to stay overnight have an abundance of options to choose from. The park offers 12 walk-in campsites, 13 “adventure” cabins, 40 RV and tent campsites, group shelters, and even lakeside yurts for anyone wanting a true “glamping” experience. The fees for staying overnight range from $25-135, and do not include the ParkPass fee. The ParkPass fee is $5 per day for passenger vehicles carrying a maximum of 12 people, and for passenger vehicles with additional occupants the fee is $30 per day. Additionally, there is an annual option for $50-75 per year. Luckily, visitors are only required to pay for a ParkPass once during the entirety of their stay.

    The main attractions to this park are the variety of activities such as disc golf, mini golf, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, swimming, fishing, and geocaching. Disc golf has proven to be a challenge for many visitors, at least partly due to the fact that it's a densely wooded course. This park is also home to a gorgeous 260-acre lake with a seasonal beach. Visitors can enjoy a day at the lake on one of the two beach pavilions and fishing is a welcome activity as well.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $34 - $36 / night

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    3. Shady Grove Campground

    22 Reviews
    54 Photos
    138 Saves
    Lake Sidney Lanier, Georgia

    Shady Grove Campground is open seasonally for primitive and RV camping; courtesy boat dock and access to Lake Lanier. Fishing is permitted and hiking trails abound along the lakeshore. The campground is located at 7800 Shadburn Ferry Road in Cumming and has over 110 campsites. Shady Grove Campground amenities include: Tent and RV Sites (30/50 amp) with water, a beach and swim area, a boat ramp with courtesy dock, a group campsites with picnic shelters, a playground, and wash houses.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Bald Ridge Creek
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    4. Bald Ridge Creek

    20 Reviews
    98 Photos
    124 Saves
    Cumming, Georgia

    Overview

    Bald Ridge Creek Campground is on Lake Sidney Lanier, popular for its aqua-blue waters and spectacular scenery. Each year, over 11 million visitors travel to Lake Sidney Lanier for fantastic fishing and boating on the beautiful reservoir in northern Georgia.

    Recreation

    Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.

    Facilities

    Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.

    Natural Features

    Lake Sidney Lanier is nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. The lake features 692 miles of shoreline and spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 acres of lush terrain. The reservoir was created in 1956 with the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.

    Nearby Attractions

    By boat, there's plenty of coves and islands to explore on the lake. For land activities, head to the Sawnee Mountain Preserve for hiking, rock climbing and an interactive visitors center for kids. The city of Cumming is nearby and has shopping, restuarants, a fairground and much more.

    contact_info

    This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7873 to speak with local staff.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be honored.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $26 - $36 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Shoal Creek Campground
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    5. Shoal Creek Campground

    19 Reviews
    64 Photos
    85 Saves
    Buford, Georgia

    Shoal Creek campground is about seven miles from Lanier Islands on Shadburn Ferry Road, just off Buford Dam Road. Campers will love the large wooded sites with tables, fire rings and grills. They are all suitable for RVs or tents.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from Red Top Mountain State Park Campground
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    6. Red Top Mountain State Park Campground

    73 Reviews
    272 Photos
    435 Saves
    Emerson, Georgia

    This popular park on Lake Allatoona is ideal for swimming, water skiing and fishing. Visitors can bring their own boats or rent from nearby marinas. A sand swimming beach is nestled in a cove and surrounded by trees, providing a great place to cool off during summer. Picnic shelters and group shelters may be rented for meetings, parties, reunions and other celebrations. Guests often stay overnight in rental cottages, a spacious campground, or the park’s lakeside yurt. While best known for the 12,000 acre lake, Red Top Mountain is also a hiker’s haven. More than 15 miles of trails wind through the forested park, providing opportunities for exercise and nature photography. A short, paved trail behind the park office is suitable for wheelchairs and strollers, welcoming guests to explore a reconstructed 1860s homestead. The gravel-topped 4 mile Iron Hill Trail is open to both hikers and bikers, offering pretty views of the lake’s shoreline. Named for the soil’s rich red color caused by high iron-ore content, Red Top Mountain was once an important mining area. Iron pour programs are occasionally held near the Vaughn Cabin behind the park office. The park also maintains Allatoona Pass Battlefield, a historically significant battlefield due to the well-preserved trenches and earthworks.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    7. Old Federal

    18 Reviews
    60 Photos
    148 Saves
    Oakwood, Georgia

    Overview

    Old Federal Campground lies on the eastern banks of Lake Sidney Lanier in Northern Georgia. Popular for its aqua-blue waters and spectacular scenery, Lake Sidney Lanier hosts over 11 million visitors annually for fantastic fishing and boating opportunities.

    Recreation

    Old Federal Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, picnicking and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.

    Facilities

    Old Federal Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, picnicking and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.

    Natural Features

    Lake Sidney Lanier is nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. The lake features 692 miles of shoreline and spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 acres of lush terrain. The reservoir was created in 1956 with teh completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.

    Nearby Attractions

    Lake Lanier Islands as well as other nearby Army Corps and county parks provide may different recreation opportunities at the lake. The nearby city of Gainesville provides many opportunities for those looking to explore the local area.

    contact_info

    This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7881 to speak with local staff.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be honored.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $26 - $36 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground
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    9. Don Carter State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    158 Photos
    185 Saves
    Lula, Georgia

    Don Carter is Georgia’s newest state park, as well as the first state park on 38,000 acre Lake Lanier. Situated on the north end of the reservoir, the park offers outstanding recreation for water lovers. Guests can stay cool at a large, sand swimming beach with bath house. Boat ramps provide quick access to the lake, while a multi-use trail welcomes hikers and bikers to explore the hardwood forest. This new park offers several choices for overnight getaways as well. Two-bedroom cabins are perched on wooded hillsides near the lake. One campground is designed specifically for RVs, while another primitive camping area is just for tents and hammocks. The campground and cottage loop is gated, providing access to overnight guests. The park is named in honor of real-estate executive Don Carter who served on the Georgia Department of Natural Resources board for 29 years and worked to establish Lake Lanier’s first state park.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $1 - $30 / night

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Recent Reviews In Lawrenceville

877 Reviews of 130 Lawrenceville Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Red Top Mountain State Park Campground
    October 12, 2024

    Red Top Mountain State Park Campground

    Beautiful campground with a couple of issues

    Recently stayed a couple of nights and was mostly impressed with the state park. I’m a tent camper but if I had an RV or trailer, I would definitely have trouble getting into my site (78). Many of the other sites I saw would have similar problems for trailer campers, as well. The park is in close proximity to I-75, so I could hear the distant sound of big rigs and the occasional police sirens. There is also railroad tracks somewhere that are close enough to hear train whistles in the wee hours of the morning. But the scenery of Lake Alatoona was beautiful and the staff I dealt with were all friendly and helpful. The bathroom facilities I used were very clean.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Atlanta West Campground
    October 12, 2024

    Atlanta West Campground

    Great place

    The campsite's proximity to I-20 makes it super convenient to get to. It's a great spot for a quick trip or a longer stay, and the friendly seasonal campers really add to the community vibe. By the way, I just bought a camper with the help of radiant credit union customer service. Their customer service was so helpful in sorting out the financial side of things, which means I can now enjoy camping trips to places like Atlanta West Campground hassle-free!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground
    October 2, 2024

    Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground

    Beautiful Trees with a cool breeze

    This place was great. We arrived after hours and spoke with the camp host he told us we can pay online or in the morning. We drove all day in the sun and due to hurricane Helene aftermath we were limited on where to stay. It was nice to pull in and it be nice and cool with the trees. The stars popped out at night and could be seen through the tree tops. Showers were hot.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Springs State Park Campground
    September 23, 2024

    Indian Springs State Park Campground

    More than expected...unfortunate noise pollution

    This is a little gem of a state park. Indian Springs State park has a lot to offer. The camp sites are the other side of the lake from the group and public shelters/picnic areas etc so you feel away from everything. The park offers a museum, trails, kayak rentals and more. 

    The multi-purpose hike connects to the Dauset Nature Center trails and is worth taking the extra mile or so, at least, to go visit the nature center. The hike is rated as quite hard on All Trails and similar apps but, in reality, is fine for most levels. I am recovering from a back injury and this was my first 5+ mile hike in years. It was more than manageable. 

    One downside of the parks location is that you are close to Jackson and neighboring towns. There were some noises (e.g. loud cars) that could be heard from our site at night. It wasn't constant or overly intrusive. The main complaint was that other humans in the park seemed to not have consideration for their camping neighbors and enjoyed driving golf carts around while playing music at full volume. That can happen anywhere though and maybe shouldn't be a 'negative' for the park. 

    The park is well kept, comfort stations are fine and staff very friendly and helpful.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Tiny Cabin
    September 7, 2024

    Tiny Cabin

    Comfortable and cozy

    Hosts were amazing and accommodating. We stayed for 2 nights for a soccer tournament and it was the perfect location. Not on the listing was an outdoor shower and my sweaty soccer son loved it. The ceiling fan and air conditioning unit do a great job of cooling in this GA heat. There was a small desk where I was able to do some work. Will definitely book again.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Don Carter State Park Campground
    August 26, 2024

    Don Carter State Park Campground

    Only a few campsites near the water

    Site 7 is separate from the others and has the whole point except there is a trail behind the site. No easy, sandy water access unless you go to the nice beach they have.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Mckinney Campground
    August 22, 2024

    Mckinney Campground

    Quiet, scenic, serene

    We stayed at site 125 with a full view of the lake. We could watch the sunset & the sunrise each day and it was incredible. There is plenty of tree cover & wilderness surrounding you. Bath houses were decent (albeit a little outdated). Our spot had a pretty bad ant infestation & they ended up getting into our trailer, which I had to scour with spray, etc. But what can you do? Just bring some supplies in case. What we really liked about this campground is how natural the surroundings are. You're really immersed in the wooded area with a view of the beautiful lake & the sounds of birdsong, etc. Good campground for bikes as things are spread out (swimming beach, bathhouses). We would certainly come back!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Duckett Mill
    August 18, 2024

    Duckett Mill

    Nice and Quiet

    Nice campsites with water and electricity. 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Tyler Hunt Camp
    August 12, 2024

    Tyler Hunt Camp

    Secluded Until It Wasn’t

    I enjoyed my stay here during the day, but things changed after dark. There were old weedeaters scattered in the weeds, along with grills and other items that seemed to have been tossed into the woods. I initially brushed it off and didn't think much of it. I was the only one camping at this site. As night fell, I began preparing for bed, but I noticed vehicles coming and going—at least three within an hour. Around 10 PM, a few Mustangs pulled up and sat for about 45 minutes. Feeling uneasy about the situation, I decided to pack up and leave. After sharing my experience with a few friends, many of them expressed their own concerns about this location. I give it 3 stars for the beauty and peacefulness... until nightfall.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Bolding Mill
    August 12, 2024

    Bolding Mill

    Nice place to stay

    We stayed in site 7 and we really enjoyed it. The site was clean and the pad was very level.

    We had a minor issue popping the 30amp breaker but switched over to the 50 amp adapter and all worked fine.

    Didn’t use the bath house but I did go check them out and they looked clean.

    I would caution big rigs on the first loop (sites 2 - 9) the loop at the back is pretty tight. We did fine with our 28’ TT but anyone over 30’ might want to consider the other loops.

    Driving through and looking at the other sites some of the picnic areas need to be reworked or at the very least mowed and weeded. If it wasn’t for that sort of stuff I would give it 5 stars.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Stone Mountain Park Campground
    July 11, 2024

    Stone Mountain Park Campground

    Safari tent

    Tons of things to do train rides, gondola ride to the top, hiking and fireworks. Stayed in a safari tent a little worn down with duck tape on the screen. However, clean bathroom/showers and fun pool. A couple of crazy squirrels visit us every morning.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Gatewood Park Campground
    June 24, 2024

    Gatewood Park Campground

    Don't

    This place was a nightmare. I booked primitive site #4, that whole site is on a hill, the only flat place is where you park, and that's not really flat either. Needless to say it was difficult to set anything up; tents, food, games, etc... The campsites at this campground are very close together, and unfortunately our neighbors were very inconsiderate blasting country music all night long, they literally pulled an all-nighter, no joke, even after my wife and I asked them to turn the concert down at 3:30am, they got silent for about 1 to 2 minutes, and then started it right back up. The lake area where you swim is pretty gross, there are tons of people in a relatively small area, and pontoon boats pull right up to where the rope is that contains the swim area and cook out on their grills smoking out the swim area while idling petrol fumes and exhaust in to the water. We did manage to have some fun with making a fire, and although the lake was disgusting, it did feel good because it was 100 degrees outside. We decided to pack up and leave a day early, it was that bad. Find another campground to go to, or change your dates of your trip to avoid this place, do whatever you need to do to not end up here.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Clark Creek North Campground
    June 24, 2024

    Clark Creek North Campground

    Great Find Great Service

    This county campground takes the America the Beautiful Pass or an ADA Accessibility Pass, but you will need to call the office at 770-607-6245 to add the pass to your account for the discount before making reservations. If you are a big rig, it would be wise to call the office and have them assist you in choosing a site that will accommodate a larger rig. Our RV GPS and Waze brought us right to the campground (CG). There is also signage to verify that you are going the right way until you see the CG entrance. We pulled into the gate area and were checked in by the attendant on duty. During the process, she wanted to be sure how to navigate the CG to pull through site 16 with water and electric(50/30/20 AMP) due to the size of our rig. After confirming with her husband the best route, we drove to the site going through a small one-way road, which was no issue. As our rig is 40', we needed to watch the trees on a couple of corner turns and then pull down into our site. We got the rig into the levelist position possible to get our rig’s steps down to an assessable position and fairly level, but we did need to add levelers to our steps and the passenger-side tires. Other than that, it’s a great site with a deck, patio, stand-up BBQ, picnic table, and fire pit overlooking the lake. We were told, and noticed, that all the sites in this quaint little county park have a water view. The water pressure was good at around 55 psi and we got 1 bar on Verizon. There are a lot of mature trees here, but we were able to get a clear north sky shot for Starlink. It was a pleasant surprise to find that the restroom/shower house had a fairly new washer($3) and dryer($2) that only took credit cards. They have an interesting dump station set up where you climb a fairly steep hill. This station would be good for shorter rigs. On our 40’ Brinkley with two black tanks, getting the back tank would be at a downhill angle and we believe we would scraped going up the slope. We had to stay a couple of extra days to get our truck fixed and the attendants were more than accommodating. This is a nice park, especially for fishermen and we enjoyed our time here.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Victoria Campground
    June 18, 2024

    Victoria Campground

    4.7 stars

    This is a smaller COE campground than most we have stayed at, which is nice in a way. The playground and beach were never crowded, and it was pretty quiet with the exception of the boat traffic. The campground is right next to a public boat ramp, beach, marina, and restaurant. It's super convenient but not as quiet as some other COE places. We loved it because we brought our boat and tied it up by our site. The sites are not huge but plenty big, and there are many great waterfront spots. Ours was nice for swimming with clean water and a nice drop-off. It is a mixed bag in terms of privacy. While there was plenty of space between us and our neighbors, the sites were laid out so that even with our campers hooked up, we could always see each other. Took away slightly from the experience, but it was still a very fun place. We will go back next summer. I think that 22 is the best spot, followed by the waterfront pull-through spots on the cove.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sweetwater Campground
    June 16, 2024

    Sweetwater Campground

    No rules enforcement

    Loud music loud voices bright lights generators used on tent site. Party to 2 am. No rules enforced even when you complain to the host. Then this is the place for you. You can get away with whatever you want. Expect No sleep!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Duckett Mill
    June 16, 2024

    Duckett Mill

    Beautiful camping

    My family and I camped here for the weekend. Our campsite was beautiful and level. We could easily accommodate our pop-up camper and a 4-person tent with room to spare! My son was able to play and explore. My only critic would be that we were a little let down at the condition of the beach and that there was no playground when there was one listed on the grounds map. We will definitely be returning nonetheless.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Atlanta Glamping
    June 1, 2024

    Atlanta Glamping

    Gem so close to Atlanta

    Lots of quality quiet time short walk to Arabia Mountain part hiking fishing and bike riding saw people roller skating also. Very unique place I’ve visited to many times to list for extended periods it’s my get away from the crazy city place

  • Camper-submitted photo from Old Federal
    May 20, 2024

    Old Federal

    Family getaway

    Been going here since I was a kid and now I take my kids every year. It’s quiet but it could use more campsites with a beach area and maybe updated bathrooms. Still love it though

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Russell Recreation Area
    April 22, 2024

    Lake Russell Recreation Area

    Natural beauty

    This was my second time here and I wasn’t a huge fan of this site. Otherwise, beautiful campground with lots of shade and plenty of trails. Limited to no service out here.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Shady Grove Campground
    April 22, 2024

    Shady Grove Campground

    Deer everywhere!

    This is a very well maintained and popular campground on Lanier. I’ve come here since I was a kid. Tent sites are down some stairs, keep that in mind.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Russell Recreation Area
    April 22, 2024

    Lake Russell Recreation Area

    Disconnect for the weekend

    I love this campground! It feels pretty secluded from the city because of the long drive in. Beautiful sites and plenty of trails nearby. My friend and I brought our hammocks and enjoyed a very peaceful weekend.



Guide to Lawrenceville

Camping near Lawrenceville, Georgia, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. From family-friendly parks to serene spots for RV enthusiasts, there’s something for everyone.

What to do

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Many campgrounds, like Vogel State Park Campground, have beautiful trails. One visitor mentioned, “The kids had loads of fun playing by the little rivers. Several hikes/trails ranging in difficulty to choose from.”
  • Fishing and Swimming: At Fort Yargo State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and swimming. A camper shared, “The campground is quiet and clean. One word of caution, check the grade of your site before booking, there are quite a few a very steep grade.”
  • Exploring Local Attractions: Stone Mountain Park Campground is nearby and offers train rides and gondola rides. A reviewer noted, “Tons of things to do train rides, gondola ride to the top, hiking and fireworks.”

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One visitor at High Falls State Park Campground said, “Most of the RV sites were spaced well apart and the amenities were clean.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many reviews highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. A camper at Red Top Mountain State Park Campground mentioned, “Friendly staff and hosts. Lovely tree’d and peaceful campground.”
  • Scenic Views: Campgrounds like Don Carter State Park Campground offer beautiful lake views. One visitor remarked, “A great place to camp with lots of hiking trails; there’s even a canoe trail!”

What you should know

  • Reservation Policies: Some campgrounds, such as Sweetwater Campground, require reservations in advance. A camper noted, “The campground is gated, and the gates are shut between 10:30pm and 8am, so if you are arriving late, make sure you get in before 10:30!”
  • Limited Cell Service: Many areas have poor cell reception. A visitor at High Falls State Park Campground mentioned, “There is very little cell phone service- AT&T has none.”
  • Additional Fees: Be prepared for extra costs, like parking fees at some parks. A camper at Stone Mountain Park Campground pointed out, “On top of the $70 a night you must pay a $20 parking fee.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. A reviewer at Amicalola Falls State Park Camping said, “Plenty of hiking and 4 mins from the lodge. Zip line, archery and plenty other activities.”
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of things to do. A camper at Vogel State Park Campground mentioned, “The park is gorgeous and well maintained. It’s a little tight in a place or two but we’re pulling a 40’ fifth wheel and had no problems.”
  • Pack Snacks and Games: Keep kids entertained with snacks and games. A visitor at Fort Yargo State Park Campground shared, “The park is well maintained and clean!”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Red Top Mountain State Park Campground noted, “The roads are a little confusing and tight and the sights are pretty unlevel.”
  • Utilize Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with sanitary dump stations. A visitor at Don Carter State Park Campground mentioned, “Has grey tank hookup which is nice.”
  • Be Prepared for Weather: Check the forecast and be ready for rain. A camper at Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground said, “I had to move my tent to RV vehicle parking area. I did consider trenching the site but didn’t want to cause property damage.”

Camping around Lawrenceville, GA, has a lot to offer, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Lawrenceville, GA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Lawrenceville, GA offers a wide range of camping options, with 130 campgrounds and RV parks near Lawrenceville, GA and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Lawrenceville, GA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lawrenceville, GA is Stone Mountain Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 88 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Lawrenceville, GA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Lawrenceville, GA.

  • What parks are near Lawrenceville, GA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Lawrenceville, GA that allow camping, notably Lake Sidney Lanier and Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.