Little Tallapoosa Park equestrian camping section provides 12 sites designed for visitors with horses near Lebanon, Georgia. This Carroll County park maintains both paved and natural surface trails across its 770-acre property. Water and electric hookups are available in the horse camp section, while the main RV area offers full hookups with water, electric, and sewer connections.
What to do
Trail riding opportunities: The park features extensive equestrian trails connecting throughout the property. A camper at Little Tallapoosa Park noted, "Tons of walking/horse trails to go along with a creek and a couple of lakes."
Walking and hiking: Unpaved trails follow the Tallapoosa River with regularly positioned rest spots. According to one visitor, "Everything is well maintained from the roads, campsites, unpaved trails, and bathrooms. Trails are great for running or just nice stroll, and there is a small lake onsite that could be used to fish with convenient benches around it."
Family recreation: Summer visitors can enjoy the splash pad and playground facilities. A camper mentioned, "Splash park was fun and clean for the kids as well as really nice walking trails we enjoyed."
Geocaching adventures: The park offers geocaching opportunities along with other outdoor activities. A reviewer shared, "My kids enjoyed biking around the camping loop and we did some geocaching."
What campers like
Spacious, well-designed sites: Campers appreciate the layout and privacy between sites. One reviewer at Don Carter State Park stated, "A great place to camp with lots of hiking trails; there's even a canoe trail! Campground is well maintained and bath houses are clean."
Clean facilities: The bathhouse and common areas receive positive comments for cleanliness. A visitor noted, "Friendly neighbors, nice comfort station with bathrooms, showers, laundry and a little free library. Lots of level tent sites next to pavilions with playground equipment. Very calm and quiet park."
Natural setting: Despite proximity to town, the park maintains a natural environment. A camper observed, "This is a smaller park, but the sites are spread out well. Super quiet, lots of trails to follow - including paved ones (bonus for us as we have a baby in a stroller)."
Value pricing: The affordable rates are frequently mentioned as a benefit. One camper at Jacks River Fields Campground shared, "We love this campsite! The first time we camped here, we were the only ones at the whole site. The most recent time, there were just two other couples so it was still very low key."
What you should know
Reservation information: The park office handles reservations directly rather than through online booking systems. For senior visitors, discounts are available on the nightly rates.
Seasonal considerations: The splash pad operates during summer months only. At James Shackleford Memorial Park, a visitor noted, "Not much to say about it pretty much all the sites around the lake area the same in Hall county Gwinnett it was very peaceful nice people was able to find plenty of outdoor stuff to do."
Location accessibility: The park is situated in Carroll County with good road access. A visitor at Quail Run at Pate's Creek mentioned, "Great location if you're driving through or visiting Atlanta. It's just off the interstate, and there are plenty of restaurants around. Also there's a Dollar General at the end of the road if you need anything."
Campground sections: Understanding the layout helps choose appropriate sites. One camper explained, "We stayed in the equine section. Total of 12 sites. Only 3 of us there. Nice and quiet."
Tips for camping with families
Tent camping options: Dedicated tent sites provide a different experience from the RV areas. A visitor stated, "I love the separate tent & RV campsites. The tent sites are decent size and there is some wooded space between each one so it felt quiet and semi-private. The only downfall was that we had to move a lot of golfball-size rocks out of the way to set up our tent."
Kid-friendly amenities: Multiple play areas cater specifically to children. A reviewer commented, "There is a playground and a beach area, which was not open when we were there."
Budget-friendly activities: The park offers affordable recreation options. One camper noted, "For the price ($15/night), this is a pretty great place to camp."
Safety considerations: The well-maintained trails and facilities create a safe environment for children. A visitor mentioned, "Small water park and play ground for little ones."
Tips for RVers
Hookup availability: RV campers have options for different levels of service. A visitor at Don Carter State Park shared, "We go camping every memorial day weekend and this year it was at Don Carter. We love this camp ground! Its fairly new, probably under 12 years, and everything is so clean and well taken care of."
Site specifications: Site dimensions and surfaces vary between areas. One RVer noted, "Sites are nice and paved with full hookups. There was even a dish at are site for satellite."
Accessibility: Most RV sites offer good access with paved approaches. A camper observed, "This was a very clean park with paved loop and sites. It had nice grassy areas and swing set and bike and walking trails. Full hook ups are available."
Camp host assistance: On-site hosts provide support and information. A reviewer mentioned, "Hosts stop by to introduce themselves and how to contact them if needs arise."
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