2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Whispering Pines RV Park and Skidaway Island State Park near Pooler provide upscale glamping accommodations for travelers seeking comfort within Georgia's natural landscapes. At Whispering Pines, grassy sites support luxury canvas tents with modern amenities including electric hookups, warm showers, and well-maintained facilities. Skidaway Island offers distinctive yurt accommodations featuring sturdy canvas walls on wooden platforms with proper beds, electricity, and climate control. Both locations maintain thoughtfully designed glamping sites with picnic areas and fire rings while providing easy access to essential amenities. One visitor noted, "This campground was nice to stay at, with level grassy spots, a fun playground for the kiddos and plenty of space to run around."
The natural surroundings enhance these glamping experiences with Savannah South KOA providing lakeside accommodations where guests enjoy wildlife viewing. The property's serene lake setting hosts numerous waterfowl including swans, creating peaceful views from private decks attached to premium glamping units. Fort McAllister State Park, approximately 30 minutes from Pooler, features yurts overlooking the Ogeechee River where fishing and boating complement the luxury camping experience. Nature trails wind through maritime forests where deer and other wildlife regularly pass through glamping areas. According to a camper, "The wildlife in this park are one of the best things about it because deer and raccoons just walk right through the sites." Most properties remain open year-round with peak seasons during spring and fall when temperatures are most comfortable for outdoor activities.
"Arrived here for a four-night tent stay. Easy drive in from Tomoka State Park up I-95. Got the last spot at #62 which is very large and has a large tent pad."
"We were greeted by wonderful staff members and a park ranger. Parking is $5, they were currently out of firewood but thankfully Publix is not far."
Available this weekend
from $45 - $165 / night
"You get the history, 4 miles of hiking trails, the river, and camping! The campground is quiet and the campsites are nicely spaced. Water and electric is available as well as restrooms and showers."
"Even in winter, Fort McCallister campground was nearly full and for the most part with large, really large and really, really large RVs."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $230 / night
"S I T E R E V I E W ⛺️
📍 Savannah South KOA Savannah, GA
🗓 March 2021
Site 6⚡️💧
🦮 Pets Welcome (on leash at all times)
➕Clean bathrooms, friendly staff, pool, playground, dog park, large"
"Pet friendly and just over all very well groomed. Manager was there to answer questions upon arrival and later after set up. You can tell this place is maintained. I will come back."
"Each site comes with a fire pit and a picnic table. Location is great. Not right on the beach but a short walking distance."
"Mainly a RV park, but about a dozen tent pads (fine gravel, well kept, no trash) in grassy lots with picnic table and fire pit. Family style bathroom/ showers. Office with coffee, games, books."
"This campground was nice to stay at, with level grassy spots, a fun playground for the kiddos and plenty of space to run around, outstanding Verizon service, warm showers, and propane refills, and water"
"I really enjoyed the community garden and the community gathering area complete with TVs and a large fire pit and cooker. Adorable playground and large dog park with poop bags!!"
"Campsites are widely spaced in this wooded area, with a dirt road entrance. Full hookups worked great, the internet worked fine, the bathhouse was clean and fairly modern."
from $37 / night
"The gravel kept the camper clean; the deck with bench, table and chairs, gas fire pit was super nice; the grill with picnic table were awesome. The plot abuts the grassy area but wasn’t too buggy."
"There are a couple large pods you can walk around, nice pool and a dog run. Staff very nice. Put the bag of trash out in the morning and it is picked up for you."
"It's very quiet but convenient to stores and about 15 minutes from Jesup Georgia which is a small but adequate town. Miss Shirley, the owner, is very friendly and helpful."
"This park has a bathroom with showers! And the showers have hot water!!!! Amazing! They are not great to look at, but that's to be expected in any area with humidity."
GuideMilo and I arrived kinda late. I had a quick dehydrated meal and a quick look around with my thermal monocular.
I thought the site were kinda close for a state park. Not my kinda place. We were only passing through.
ScoutPull through sites very accommodating. Trees need trimming. Roads very narrow.
ScoutThe campsite has a great space. Bathroom, and laundry were nice and clean.
LegendJust a short drive SE of downtown Savannah, Skidaway Island SP Campground offers a peaceful escape immersed in marshes, maritime forests, and Spanish moss-draped live oaks. Set along Georgia’s Intracoastal Waterway, the park feels remote while still easily accessible not just to civilization, but arguably one of the greatest little cities in the entire South, making it perfect for folks who want to grab a pristine slice of nature without having to sacrifice comfort and / or quick access to shops, restaurants and more salt water taffy shops on the Savannah riverfront than you can imagine.
The campground hosts some 87 tent, trailer and RV sites, many of which include water and electric hookups (usually 30/50 amp), and about 17 premium spots with full hookups. Sites are gravel, shaded, and include a picnic table, fire ring and grill making it ideal for gathering around the campfire. On-site you’ll find incredibly well-kept and clean restrooms with flush toilets, hot showers, a laundry room, dump station and an excellent CG store near the front of the property (near the entrance) for staples like firewood, snacks, ice and souvenirs. There are 3 yurts that the SP will rent you offering enhanced comfort with A/C, heat, kitchens, bathrooms and screened porches - perfect for those seeking a bit more luxury. Pets are allowed in campsites but not in the cabins. Additional features include three pioneer group campsites, a group shelter, laundry facilities, playgrounds and even outdoor fitness equipment with Wi-Fi available at the park office.
What sets Skidaway Island apart from other SPs is, yes, its proximity to an exquisite city, but very much so, the wildlife you'll discover here with deer, fiddler crabs, raccoons and egrets being frequent sightings, which you’ll encounter while experiencing the six miles of hiking trails weaving through salt marsh and maritime forest. The boardwalk and observation tower over the Skidaway Narrows offer scenic glimpses of birdlife and nature. Engaging ranger programs, geocaching and an interpretive center deepen the experience. While close enough to Savannah, if you are not familiar with the area, you should definitely check out Tybee Island (about 30–40 minutes away) to easily combine camping with beach day-trips.
Insider Tips? Oh yeah, I’ve got quite a few for you: (1) For big rigs, book one of the premium full-hookup pull-through sites as they’re roomy and easier to access, although the low-hanging Spanish moss can be tricky to maneuver but will give you tons of shade and creates a peaceful vibe; (2) Even if you’re not staying in a yurt, stop by and check them out as they’re very well made, cozy and well-equipped; (3) Take the Big Ferry and Marsh Trail to the observation tower for sunrise or sunset wildlife viewing where you’ll be richly rewarded, but be sure to bring either that double-walled thermos of coffee for early AM sipping or that cocktail shaker set pre-loaded with your favorite elixir for proper sun-downers; (4) One of the biggest ‘pro tips’ I could give anyone coming to Skidaway is LOAD UP ON FIREWOOD *** BEFORE *** you arrive as every imaginable place that sells firewood within a 20 mile radius was completely out – and while the CG store has a firewood box in front of the store, it was either always locked or out of wood by the time we stopped by; (5) Another huge ‘pro tip’ is given the very close proximity to Publix, which is literally right outside the CG, you don’t really need to load up your coolers too much as you can simply go there whenever you need something, so let Publix keep your supplies cool and save yourself some packing!; (6) Beware of ant infestations – the little guys were literally EVERYWHERE, so I was grateful that I remembered to pack 1 can of ant spray from another bad camping experience, so we sprayed a perimeter around our tent and we were fine; (7) You will also want to be mindful that the black-eyed furry bandits (racoons) were INCREDIBLY aggressive and would actually come straight up to our picnic table and grab things WHILE WE WERE EATING and tried to run away with our bags, food and even a small pot!; and (8) When you grow weary of conjuring up that next meal from your cooler and want to try out some local fare, these are some nearby joints I'd recommend: Castaways, Sandfly BBQ where you’ll want to definitely gnosh on the smoked chicken, baked beans and cole slaw, Crystal Beer Parlor for old school cheesburger’s in a century’s old grocery store and Loc’s Chicken & Waffles, but if you want something truly transformation, venture into Savannah for fantastic dining at The Grey with its sizzlin’ smoking pig and Mrs. Wilkes Boarding House for succulent fried chicken – both of which require advance reservations and likely a better outfit than the one you might be camping in – and finish an excellent bit of dining with some of the best ice cream in the universe over at Leopold’s Ice Cream Parlor.
Happy Camping!
ScoutIf you want country and quiet. This is the place. I enjoy fishing in the altamaha. Approximately half mile from the campground. We go back every year for the last 10 years,
GuideExpensive for a campground in general but not for the region, and I was able to find a discount code online. Staff went out of the way to accommodate arrival after the office closed. Hard refusal to allow entry after 10 to preserve quiet hours, no idea what happens in emergency. Place is big and beautiful, well landscaped with lots of mostly level sites and Spanish moss everywhere. Cell service is sufficient. Proximity to Savannah is a huge deal, it's a nice enough park on its own but this is the best option if you're visiting the city and need power at night.
GuideBeautiful location but swarming with deer flies during our visit. Lots of wildlife to observe from campsite including deer, armadillo, squirrel, possum, ...
TravelerGreat camping area with dog parks close by. The campground is a little narrow if you are wide but all in all enough room to get through. All the amenities were clean and well kept. The local cat population is standoffish except ol 3 legs he was kind and loved the petting. The grounds are only a few blocks from the beach and it's beautiful! Had no problems here at all, everyone was so friendly!
TravelerWell maintained, very friendly. Nice clean bathrooms. Sites are small and close together but super close to the beach and convenient to town. Also, we were able to get a last minute reservation due to cancellations.
Skidaway Island State Park and Fort McAllister State Park both feature upscale glamping accommodations near Pooler, Georgia. Skidaway Island's glamping sites include yurts with comfortable bedding, electricity, and climate control systems that blend outdoor adventure with modern comfort. Fort McAllister offers similar glamping options along with unique waterfront locations providing scenic marsh views. Both parks provide glamping guests with private decks, enhanced furnishings, and convenient access to clean, modern facilities. The glamping units at these locations maintain separation from traditional camping areas, creating a more exclusive experience. According to a recent visitor at Fort McAllister, "The wildlife in this park are one of the best things about it because deer and raccoons just walk right through the sites."
Savannah South KOA, located just 30 minutes from historic Savannah and Tybee Island, features premium glamping accommodations with lake views. Guests enjoy direct access to fishing opportunities, wildlife viewing, and water activities on the property's central lake. The park maintains several swans and waterfowl that create a peaceful atmosphere for glamping guests. Hiking trails, a swimming pool, and proximity to regional attractions enhance the experience. The glamping sites include enhanced furnishings, climate control, and electricity. One guest shared, "The views from the lake were wonderful and made waking up to see the sunrise worth it every day." Seasonal considerations include higher availability during fall and winter months when temperatures moderate, making outdoor experiences more comfortable.
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