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Several state parks and private campgrounds around Nelson, Georgia provide furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Amicalola Falls State Park offers 14 well-equipped cabins in two distinct areas, with five located near Reflection Pond and nine positioned just below the campground area. Vogel State Park features modern, fully-equipped cabins complete with small decks, grills, and picnic tables. According to one visitor, "The park also offers nice cabin rentals" with convenient access to hiking trails and a lake for fishing and swimming. Most cabins include electricity, heating and air conditioning, and basic furniture, though amenities vary by location. Under The Hemlock Campground and Cabins provides rustic accommodations with access to shared facilities including showers and toilets.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location and price point. Bald Mountain Camping Resort offers lakefront cabins with mountain views, outdoor fire pits, and grills. One reviewer noted, "The cabins (at least ours) have 1 double bed and persons 3 & 4 would have to sleep on a fold out futon. Also, you must bring ALL your own linens (towels, bedding, and so forth)." Most state park cabins accommodate 4-8 people, while private campgrounds may offer smaller units for couples or larger options for groups. Pet policies vary significantly between properties, with some locations like Red Top Mountain State Park and Stone Mountain Park Campground welcoming pets in designated cabins. Advance reservations are essential, particularly during summer months and fall foliage season when occupancy rates peak.
Visitors should check what supplies are provided before arrival, as amenities differ between locations. Most cabins include beds, basic furniture, and some kitchen facilities, but guests typically need to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking equipment varies widely, from fully-equipped kitchens in premium cabins to simple microwaves or outdoor fire rings in more rustic options. Hearthstone Cabins near Helen offers "three cabins on this property that are fully set up (everything provided) and ready for you," which is uncommon among cabin rentals in the region. On-site camp stores at locations like Amicalola Falls and Vogel State Park provide basic groceries, firewood, and camping supplies. For more extensive shopping, the towns of Dawsonville, Blairsville, and Ellijay are within driving distance of most cabin camping locations near Nelson.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Nelson (62)
1. Amicalola Falls State Park Camping
"RV/tent camping and cabin rentals. Campsites had wifi and pretty good tv signal. There's also a lodge/hotel on site with a restaurant, with gorgeous views overlooking the valley below."
"The Approach trail is 8.3 miles to Springer Mountain from the lower Amicalola State Park parking lot. So there is more history and lore here than meets the eye."
2. Red Top Mountain State Park Campground
"I really liked the booking process, because it shows you exactly what spot is available and it even shows you a pic of the site you’ll be getting. Our site was only $35 a night + a $5 parking pass."
"On the fringe of the Metro Atlanta area, this campground is located on all sports Lake Allatoona."
4 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $40 - $315 / night
3. Fort Mountain State Park Campground
"We camped in a Pioneer campsite #2 which is a 3 sided pavilion that would easily sleep 8-10 people if you were only using bed rolls and sleeping bags."
"Its usually a good bit cooler due to the elevation, and the private wooded campsites make tent camping in Georgia’s summer heat much more enjoyable. Good hiking and things to do nearby."
5 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $14 - $55 / night
4. Under The Hemlock Campground and Cabins
"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."
"Clean showers/toilets, personable host with small store, spots for Campers, tents and even a few rental Cabins. Fantastic spot out of the crowds but less than a mile from Amicalola Falls."
5. Vogel State Park Campground
"Beautiful State Park with roomy shaded sites, many of which are creekside. A large lake for fishing and swimming is at the front of the park and it offers canoe and paddle boat rentals."
"We enjoyed a challenging 11-mile hike up and over 3 mountains from trail heads inside the park. There are shorter hikes that start here as well."
8 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $30 - $290 / night
6. Stone Mountain Park Campground
"Several options available. RV hook ups, camp grounds, and yurt rentals. I did not rent a yurt but have heard good things from friends who have."
"First, everything is contained and available. The views of the lake, and, yes, the mountain are gorgeous. There is a nice spacious check-in store."
Check Availabilityfrom $44 - $65 / night
7. Len Foote Hike Inn
"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."
Check Availabilityfrom $89 - $220 / night
8. Margaritaville
"We had a pave site full hookup pull thru with lake view. Very easy to get in and out, private and quiet, we had a picnic table, fire ring and bbq grill."
Check Availabilityfrom $63 - $100 / night
9. Don Carter State Park Campground
"While usually that would be a bit weird this park made it one of the most amazing feelings on earth. I pulled in late afternoon, deer were grazing in the primitive camp zones."
"This is Georgia's newest state park (2013) and it is a beautiful park! The staff is great and there is plenty to see/do!"
9 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $25 - $225 / night
10. Marina Resort - Allatoona Landing
"They have a nice convenience store at check in. We did use the restrooms or showers but I hear they’re nice. The lake is beautiful. It’s quiet other than the occasional train whistles."
"The bathrooms were pretty amazing compared to the last campground we were at which was also on alatoona lake as well. ( McKinney camp ground ) The first night we got here it was packed, like crazy packed"
Check Availabilityfrom $42 - $52 / night
Drive Time
- 45 min from Atlanta, GA
- 52 min from Gainesville, GA
- 1 hr 2 min from Rome, GA
- 1 hr 25 min from Cleveland, TN
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Cabin Reviews near Nelson, GA
677 Reviews of 62 Nelson Campgrounds
Jackie J.
GuideRed Top Mountain State Park Campground
Just so beautiful and awesome. Camp host was lovely and our site could not have been more perfect. Internet said it was a walk up but it was a drive up. Site 52, I’m convinced it has to be the best one there. It adjoins via a mild staircase to 53 and would be perfect for two families to have. It’s right on the water and the sunset was phenomenal. Love it a lot. Electric and water, picnic table and fire ring.
- mmaggie V.
ScoutCandy Mountain Goat Farm
Welcoming, well-maintained, and peaceful campsite
I camped here with a friend last weekend and absolutely loved this place! It's a cute little site with a great host, clean bathrooms, free firewood, and super friendly dogs, goats, and people. I would for sure stay here again and recommend.
- C
Cindy W.ScoutCedar Break RV Park
A 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.
- JJerryTraveler
Stone Mountain Park Campground
Welcome 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.
Mary D.GuideAmicalola Falls State Park Camping
Site 18: Don’t let the “hardest site to back into” reviews scare you! There’s a trick.
We 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. 🏕️🥾
Hailey R.GuideRed Top Mountain State Park Campground
Beautiful views with lake front camping
Campsite 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.
Tylor C.GuideFort Mountain State Park Campground
Love this place
Beautiful views from the trails. I went during the summer in July so it was on the busier side. There is a lake with a beach with boat and paddle board rentals. Seemed like a great spot to fish. Prepare for possibilities of bears as they were around. One night I must have not fully secured my bear box and a bear found my cooler. I tent camped on a pad where I can find some service (T-Mobile) but most spots are spotty. Next time I come, I want to try the back country locations. Trails are awesome with a cool story about the place around the tower and fortification. Attendants at the camp store were really nice. If groceries are needed there is grocery stores in the nearest town of Chatsworth down the mountain
Taylor H.
RangerFort Yargo State Park Campground
Lakefront Overlook
We stayed at Site #45, and it quickly became one of our favorite campsites because it felt more like a wooded overlook, perched above the lake. The breeze coming off the water kept us comfortable enough to enjoy a campfire even on a hot August evening.
The site fit our 14x10 tent comfortably, but I wouldn’t recommend anything larger. There isn’t a true tent pad, and you’ll notice the slope while sleeping—but the view from inside the tent was priceless. We experienced a four-hour thunderstorm and didn’t have any standing water at our site afterward.
⚠️ The slope becomes much steeper near the shoreline, so I wouldn’t recommend this site for toddlers or anyone with mobility concerns.
🛝 Our 7-year-old loved fishing from the shoreline and thought the steep slope made the perfect slide to get back down to the water. Built-in slide + dirty shorts = happy camper. 😂
🔥 The site includes a clean fire ring with an adjustable cooking grate and a separate standing charcoal grill.
🦟 We didn’t have any issues with mosquitoes during our stay.
🚰 The shared water pump wasn’t working during our visit.
🚽 The bathhouse was spacious, clean, and only a short walk away.
🚗 A community wagon is parked near the bathhouse for campers to use when hauling gear between their vehicle and campsite. Loved that!
A few tips:
🪵 The Visitor Center sells $6 bundles of firewood and has a nice selection of souvenirs.
🐜 Plenty of flies and large ants, so keep your food put away and your tent zipped.
🪲 Cicadas were loud at night. I loved it, but our 7-year-old slept with his wireless headphones on. If you’re a light sleeper, you may want to pack earplugs if you’re camping here June-August.
🎣 We caught more bluegill fishing from our campsite than we did from the fishing dock.
🌅 If you’re looking for one of the best views in the campground and don’t mind sleeping on a slight incline, Site #45 is well worth considering.
Guide to Nelson
Camping cabins near Nelson, Georgia sit within the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, typically at elevations between 1,200-2,500 feet. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing at higher elevations, while summer temperatures average in the mid-80s with higher humidity. Most cabin areas experience a 10-15 degree temperature difference from nearby Atlanta, making them popular for visitors seeking relief from urban heat.
What to do
Waterfall hikes: Five miles from Amicalola Falls State Park's cabins, visitors can access the Len Foote Hike Inn, a sustainable backcountry lodge. "This 730ft cascading waterfall is accessible by stairs and bridge from top to bottom. It's proximity to Atlanta can cause the area around the falls to fill up quick so the earlier or colder the better," notes Fain H.
Lakeside activities: Don Carter State Park cabins provide beach access for swimming and fishing. "They have a nice sandy beach, outdoor showers, large restrooms and swings ideal for sitting and enjoying a meal by the lake," explains Crystal C., who adds, "I took a dip in the cool waters and though they were not a clear blue they were clear and I could see to the bottom all the way out to the edge of the swimming zone."
Mountain biking: Cabin guests at Fort Mountain State Park can access numerous multi-use trails suitable for mountain biking. One visitor notes, "Most of the trails except the Gahuti are multi use and there is a strong community of mountain biking here. We didn't bike the trails here with our hybrid specialized bikes because we felt the trails (other than the lake trail and the park roads) to be too technical for us due to the major elevation changes, loose gravel and rocks."
What campers like
Platform camping sites: At Fort Mountain State Park, beyond standard cabins, visitors can try unique platform sites. "The platform sites are a short walk from a parking area near the lake so you can make multiple trips to the car if necessary, while the backcountry sites are up to a 3 mile hike in, so all gear, food, and water will need to be packed in," explains Stephanie J.
Small, quiet campgrounds: Under The Hemlock Campground and Cabins offers a more intimate experience than state parks. Sarah C. shares, "The campsite is small and quiet. 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. One mile from Amicalola Falls State Park, and very close to Bull and Jake Mountain trails."
Seasonal variation: Vogel State Park cabins provide distinct experiences throughout the year. A visitor in February noted, "We spent a week here in Feb. 2017 it was a bit chilly and quiet. The sites and trails are very well maintained, all facilities were clean and the park rangers are super friendly. They also offer cabin and cottages for those who do not camp."
What you should know
Cabin accessibility: Many cabins require navigating steep terrain. At Amicalola Falls State Park, Kevin B. cautions, "Nice state park with good amenities. Loved the hike and waterfalls. Roads are extremely steep getting to the campground."
Reservation timing: Cabin availability varies dramatically by season. For Len Foote Hike Inn, a guest advises, "Book Early! This place sells out quickly during months of good weather and for all holidays (Especially Thanksgiving)."
Cabin furnishings: Supplies provided vary significantly between properties. At Red Top Mountain State Park, Brock D. notes, "Heavily wooded sites that are not well maintained. Very narrow roads in the campground with lots of pot holes. Not the easiest state park to pull a travel trailer in. Sites were very narrow."
Tips for camping with families
Recreational amenities: Stone Mountain Park Campground cabins provide extensive family activities. "The campground offers everything you would ever need. There are tons of things to do from Golf, hiking, zoo, laser show, food and you can hike the mountain or take a ride to the top. There are bike trails and plenty of entertainment for all," explains Holly B.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Cabin areas often have abundant wildlife. Traci C. from Amicalola Falls shares, "Beautiful area, my teens loved it. They found all kinds of insects they had never seen even a Luna moth."
Beach access: Many cabin areas include lake beaches for children. At Don Carter State Park, Cameron G. explains, "We love that it's on the lake because family members have boats and its just easy to jump on at the campsite dock. There is also a beach for the kids to play at as well, very well kept."
Tips from RVers
Campsite selection: For RV cabin campers at Marina Resort - Allatoona Landing, site preparation is important. Lara J. advises, "The lot size is quite large for the full hookup sites. Bring extra leveling blocks! There aren't a lot of full hook sites however."
Road conditions: Many cabin areas have challenging roads. Soren B. from Amicalola Falls notes, "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 weather considerations: RV guests should prepare for temperature variations. At Fort Mountain State Park, Larry M. explains, "If you love twisty roads and beautiful views This is the place. We went in December and the weather was a little cool and damp but the views were great when the fog lifted."
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