Stone Mountain Park offers safari tent accommodations 20 miles from Morrow, Georgia. Visitors can experience glamping in canvas tents set on raised platforms with various comfort levels. The surrounding area features additional glamping options within 30-40 minutes of Morrow, providing access to lakes, hiking trails, and mountain views throughout different seasons.
What to do
Hiking stone mountain: While Stone Mountain provides panoramic views, nearby Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground offers diverse trail options. "Hiking, kayaking, swimming- plenty of things to do. You can spend a whole day out here just walking along the creek and jumping across the rocks," notes one visitor. The park includes both natural trails and old gravel roads with historical significance.
Lake activities: Many campsites at High Falls State Park Campground provide water access for recreation. "We tent camped here on site 112 on the lakeside camping area. We had a view of the lake and enjoyed renting a double kayak from the state park," shares one camper. Swimming may be restricted in some areas due to natural concerns.
Mountain biking: For active visitors seeking glamping near Morrow with trail access, Fort Yargo State Park offers extensive options. "Most of the trails are mixed mountain biking and hiking but when we were there, we only saw two mountain bikes," explains a park visitor. The varied terrain accommodates different skill levels throughout the park system.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Many glamping and standard sites at Stone Mountain Park Campground offer good separation. "We spent a weekend here in section O. It was a nice, spacious campsite with a nice picnic table and partial view of the lake even though we didn't have 'lake view' site," reports one visitor. Site selection impacts both privacy and views.
Clean facilities: Cleanliness stands out at glamping sites near Morrow. "All the staff were extremely helpful and sweet. Shower house was clean, laser show fabulous and while hiking we saw a lot of beautiful wildlife!!!" shares an enthusiastic camper. Most parks maintain their bathroom facilities regularly despite high usage.
Lakefront views: Waterfront glamping provides scenic advantages. "Our site was on the lake. My husband and son enjoyed fishing and paddle boarding right behind our site," mentions one camper. Lake-view sites typically cost more but deliver direct water access for activities.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most glamping options near Morrow require advance booking. "Most roads are paved, bikes ok, smaller sites without many trees/privacy between sites - good for multi-site group's who want to camp together," notes a visitor to Indian Springs State Park Campground.
Wildlife interactions: Natural settings mean wildlife encounters. "Despite the hot weather and six miles, my feet never felt 'hot.' The¼ hiker is the perfect height to cover the high tongue on my hiking shoes," explains a Fort Yargo visitor regarding appropriate footwear for trails with wildlife.
Weather considerations: Georgia's seasonal variations affect glamping comfort. "We loved these grounds. They were clean and there was easy access to bathrooms. The hike to the top was a challenge, but the views were worth it," mentions a Stone Mountain visitor about summer conditions.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Parks offer varied children's activities. "We had an amazing visit!! All the staff were extremely helpful and sweet. Shower house was clean, laser show fabulous and while hiking we saw a lot of beautiful wildlife!!!" reports a family at Stone Mountain Park.
