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Best Tent Camping near Maxeys, GA

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Tent campsites near Maxeys, Georgia range from dispersed primitive areas to established campgrounds with basic amenities. Tyler Hunt Camp offers free dispersed tent camping in a secluded setting, while Leroys Ferry Campground provides waterfront tent sites approximately 25 miles northwest of Maxeys on Clark Hill Lake. James Shackleford Memorial Park also accommodates tent campers with walk-in options and more developed facilities.

Most tent campgrounds in the Maxeys area operate on a first-come, first-served basis with self-registration at entrance kiosks. Leroys Ferry charges $10 per night with payment collected via drop box, so exact cash is required. Sites typically include fire rings and picnic tables, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Primitive sites at Tyler Hunt Camp have no facilities, requiring campers to pack in all supplies and pack out all waste. Potable water is scarce at most locations, with only James Shackleford Memorial Park offering reliable drinking water access. Vault toilets are available at Leroys Ferry, but most dispersed camping areas have no bathroom facilities.

The tent camping experience around Maxeys offers notable seclusion compared to more developed campgrounds in northeast Georgia. The sites at Leroys Ferry provide direct lake access, making them popular for swimmers and anglers. According to one visitor, "Sites are spaced far enough apart to be comfortable, waterfront, not overcrowded." Tyler Hunt Camp offers exceptional darkness at night, though multiple reviews mention occasional vehicle traffic after dark. The surrounding area features mixed hardwood forests providing good shade coverage during summer months. Tent campers at these sites should be prepared for basic conditions—a camper noted that Tyler Hunt Camp is "super dark at night and beautiful. No amenities, you pack it in, you pack it out."

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  • Everette G.
    Oct. 18, 2020

    Victoria Bryant State Park Campground

    Great Camping in any Season

    Victoria Bryant State Park is probably one of my most frequented camping spots in the last few years. All of the tent sites are sheltered platforms, with electricity, potable water and an overhead light. Rain or shine, you can have a good time (and stay dry) at Victoria Bryant. There are only about 8 platforms, and one is ADA only, so they book up quick. They are all spaced pretty far apart, privacy isn't too hard to maintain (except maybe site 7&8). 1-4 are down a hill, 4 being the furthest away at about 40 feet, down the steepest incline. There are facilities right across the parking lot, that have always been clean and well maintained, and heated in the colder months. Camp hosts and office have firewood. There are several miles of trails that are lower difficulty, save for some hilly spots. In October, the park does a pretty cool little haunted trail. There's obvious reasons we enjoy VBSP, staying dry in the rain, nice, dense forested areas, and awesome campgrounds make it an easy choice.

  • Andy S.
    Sep. 16, 2019

    Mistletoe State Park Campground

    Nice!

    This is a review of the four walk-in tent sites at Mistletoe State Park.  I personally stayed in #4 and had a look at the others. 

    The best site is definitely #2 -- feet from the water, spacious, suitable for more than one tent or hammock (better for tents as it is mostly open, but there are places for hammocks along the edges). 

    Site #4 is probably second best, better for a hammocks probably (which is what I had) as no great level ground. It is not right on the water but has it's own private path to the water(couple hundred feet to the water).

    Sites #1 & #3 do not really have access to the water without climbing down something steeply dangerous or through thick trees.  (The water access from the other sites is right in the middle of those other sites so you couldn't really share that unless they are empty or occupied by friends.)  Still #1 is a pretty good site.  #3 is the least interesting and smallest, but still secluded -- I wouldn't call any of these bad.

    None of these sites have groomed tent pads -- just gravelly ground.   They do each have a table, fire pit, and lantern pole.  #1 & #2 are best for tents.  There is good separation between all sites.  Sites #2 & #3 are within shouting distance of each other and you'd be able to see tents, etc at one from the other.  There is an outhouse between sites #1 & #2, and another another between sites #3 & #4.  It is a 5 minute (or so) walk to the real bathroom (which also has showers) back in the main campground.

    Other than the lake itself at sites #2 & #4, I didn't see any dedicated water source for these sites.  (The lake is silty -- pre-filtering recommended if you are using a filter.)  So you'd have to bring in water or get it from the bathroom area or maybe from an empty RV site which all have spigots.  You'll have to pack out your trash, and there are definitely critters around that will get in your trash so it should be secured somehow.  (Hanging it from the lantern pole isn't good enough -- you'll wake up to find a hole in the bag and it strewn around, ask me how I know.)

    Everything in the park was very clean and well-maintained, although when I was here in September (during the week), the whole place was basically deserted anyway.

    The water access at sites #2 & #4 is nice but it is not a real beach -- it is all large rocks for the most part and they were very slippery even when dry so be careful.  The water level was also extremely low when I was there so some of those rocks are probably covered by water earlier in the year.

  • N
    Oct. 16, 2022

    Elijah Clark State Park Campground

    Friendly. Fun. Relaxing.

    Set up well for families with children… room to ride bikes, scooters, skateboards; playground; putt putt course; trails to walk; beach areas all around the camp ground for easy access to the water. Kayak rentals.

    Bathrooms were generally clean. Campsites a relatively flat. Good picnic tables at each site. Not every site had a pole for a lantern or trash bags to hang from. Fairly good tree coverage around the campground for shade and hammocking.

  • Mo F.
    Aug. 26, 2016

    Mistletoe State Park Campground

    Waterfront seclusion

    We camped in one of the tent only walk-in sites located on a peninsula jutting into the lake. We had a ton of stuff, not realizing it was an uphill and pretty long trek, but it was totally worth it. We had the whole place to ourselves, no neighbors, in late March. The sun setting over the water was beautiful, it was quiet even as a few motor boats came in for the night. There is a tiny beach on the tip of the peninsula, picnic tables, and an outhouse. It was my favorite spot of everywhere we stayed on an Alabama-Georgia-South Carolina roadtrip including AirBnB and bed and breakfast.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 25, 2023

    Lake Sinclair Campground

    Good Location for Ocmulgee Mounds Visit

    Lake Sinclair, GA: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    Summary: I have stopped by to camp for 4 years. This time we stayed in the electric, Loop A which has 5 sites. There were other users there who were concerning. One was what looks to be a homeless extended stay occupant in a trailer. The other was a tent camping couple who decided to camp with their tents in the RV only area. That said, the lower loops, Loop A and Loop D are more visible to the camp host, thus a safer feeling. If you don’t want electric hookup, those loops are a nicer area of the campground.

    (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer with a desire for a campsite that has at least some visual privacy - after the trailer is in the spot.)

    Overall Rating: 1.5 for the electric sites - they are not necessarily attractive, out in the open, and no visual separation between sites. They are moderately spaced. The non-electric sites(no generators allowed as per website) area 4 rating. There are spacious and well spaced sites in the Loop B. Many sites are set back from the campground loop road.
    Price 2023: $ 10.5 for elect site & 4.5 for non-electric site w interagency pass Usage during visit: Very light - Thanksgiving Site Privacy: More privacy in non electric sites Site Spacing: 5 decent sized sites in the electric loop. Non- electric loop has very large sites.
    Site surface: Gravel Reservations: First come, first serve.
    Campground Noise: Very quiet. Only one other camper Road Noise: Too far from a main road to be an issue. From electric sites and from some non electric sites the traffic in the access road can be heard.
    Through Traffic in campground: Not through campground. There is on the access road to access the lake. Boaters use this road along with other day users. Electric Hookup: Loop A, sites 1 - 5 only Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes, just following the check in station on the right. Potable Water Available: At electric sites. Generators: Not allowed. This is a shame since this campground is so lightly used. Bathroom/ Shower House: Yes - In Loop B (services both Loop A and B). Hot water worked only in the woman’s shower. The hot water in the shower in Loop D works fine and is in a little nicer facility. Drive to that one for a shower. These are pretty old buildings, but pretty clean. Bathroom only house in the day use area is new and nicer to be in. Pull Throughs: Site 5 is a pull through. Cell Service (AT&T): 1 to 2 bars. Setting: In a deciduous forest. Lower loop( non-electric) has a lakeside (or two)trailer sites . Weather: Cool and partial sun. Bugs: None Solar: Depends on the site and probably none when there is foliage. Host: Yes. Located in D-loop .
    Rig size: Not suited for big rigs.
    Sites: Loop A is the Electric loop with 5 sites. Loop A is not so great. There are beautiful extra large sites in non-electric/no generator lower Loop B. Loop C has been “temporarily”, as per signage, closed for at least 4 years. Loop D has smaller sites, many of which look to be tent sites. Some of these sites are nicely located close to the lakeside in both B and D.

  • Justin S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 6, 2021

    Calhoun Falls State Park Campground

    Primitive Tent Sites

    I stayed in primitive tent site 10 but all of these primitive sites are great! Well kept and spacious. Some sites have a decent walk in distance but others are close to the parking areas. There’s water points to get fresh water if needed throughout the site areas. Definitely will stay here often when “car” camping instead of backpacking.

  • Danny B.
    Mar. 30, 2019

    Leroys Ferry

    Can’t beat it for the price

    $10 bucks a night, sites spaced far enough apart to be comfortable, waterfront, not over crowded. I think it is worth the drive over some of the more crowded places. Each site has a pick nick table and fire ring, a few had charcoal grills on stands but not all. First come first serve, bring exact money because it’s just a drop box. It’s primitive camping so bring your own water, no electricity. No trash dumpster either so be prepared to pack if out . Cell service was spotty on Verizon but I was able to get and receive calls and a few txts although they seemed very delayed .

  • P
    Apr. 17, 2020

    Lake Sinclair Campground

    Beautiful Campsites!

    Very spacious camp sites complete with a gravel square to set up your tent, plenty of trees to hang hammocks, a charcoal grill, fire pit, hanger for trash, picnic table, and beautiful views of the lake and surrounding forest. Restrooms and showere near most camp sites too. Will be returning!

  • L
    Aug. 28, 2019

    Calhoun Falls State Park Campground

    Outstanding

    This is one of the nicest state campgrounds we have been to and we are full timers and try and stay at state parks. The sites are large sandy sites with fire ring and a very  large picnic table. There was a path down to the lake from our site. It poured one day and there was a lake outside the camper but is was gone the next day. Great drainage! There is a very pretty swimming beach and lots of picnic table around the beach area. The bath house is large and clean as are the bathrooms in the camping areas. Our pull thru site was huge! Large enough for our 35’ and loads of room at both sides of the pull thru.

Guide to Maxeys

Tent camping options near Maxeys, Georgia include primitive sites on public land at Tyler Hunt Camp, situated along county roads through mixed pine forests. Most sites require self-sufficiency with temperatures ranging from 90°F in summer months to freezing during winter nights. Many camping areas have limited cell reception, with visitors reporting Verizon service being "spotty but able to get and receive calls" at several locations.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Raysville Marina provides access to multiple fishing spots on Clarks Hill Lake. As one visitor noted, "Absolutely love this place. However hard to get a spot because so many people pay monthly and leave their campers."

Hiking trails: Soap Creek Marina offers trails suitable for day hikes from camp. According to campers, there are "nice walking trails which makes this a great getaway spot" with routes connecting to waterfront areas.

Swimming: Leroys Ferry Campground features direct lake access for swimming during warmer months. A camper mentioned, "I threw up a hammock and watched the sunset over the water and spent time during the day swimming."

What campers like

Dark skies: Tyler Hunt Camp receives praise for its minimal light pollution. One camper described it as "quiet, super dark at night and beautiful. No amenities, you pack it in, you pack it out."

Affordability: Budget-conscious campers appreciate the value at Leroys Ferry. As a visitor explained, "$10 bucks a night, sites spaced far enough apart to be comfortable, waterfront, not over crowded. I think it is worth the drive over some of the more crowded places."

Privacy between sites: James Shackleford Memorial Park offers well-spaced campsites. A camper noted it was "very peaceful, nice people was able to find plenty of outdoor stuff to do."

What you should know

Payment systems: Most sites require exact cash for deposit boxes. At Leroys Ferry, "bring exact money because it's just a drop box. It's primitive camping so bring your own water, no electricity."

Limited facilities: Most dispersed camping areas have no amenities. Many campgrounds lack trash service, as mentioned by campers: "No trash dumpster either so be prepared to pack it out."

Security considerations: Some remote areas experience nighttime traffic. At Tyler Hunt Camp, campers report, "Expect to have a drive thru at least once around 9/10. It's just a see who is in the area type thing."

Tips for camping with families

Best amenities for children: Soap Creek Marina includes additional features for families. One visitor noted, "There's a small restaurant located onsite along with a small store" making meal planning easier.

Cleanliness factors: When camping with children, bathroom facilities matter. At Leroys Ferry, "The pit toilets were kept very clean," according to a recent visitor.

Site selection: For the best tent camping near Maxeys, Georgia with kids, choose waterfront sites carefully. A camper at Leroys Ferry mentioned, "Most of the campsites have access via trails to the lake. It's clean with easy access."

Tips from RVers

Leveling challenges: RV campers should be prepared for uneven terrain. At Leroys Ferry, "You can fit an RV on most sites, although they aren't all completely level."

Limited hookups: Most camping around Maxeys requires self-contained RVs. A reviewer noted, "This is a great, unpopular place to camp" but emphasized the primitive nature requiring preparation.

Seasonal availability: During peak summer months, securing spots can be difficult. One camper mentioned at a nearby marina, "Staff is wonderful. No bathhouse," highlighting the need for self-contained systems.

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