Pooler, Georgia serves as a convenient gateway to several RV camping options within 20-25 minutes of historic Savannah. Campers often use Pooler as a base camp due to its proximity to Interstate 95 and Highway 17, with summer temperatures commonly reaching 90-95°F during peak season. The area features a mix of wetlands and wooded terrain with predominantly flat topography, making it accessible for camping vehicles of all sizes.
What to do
Fishing options: 5-10 minute walk from Spacious Skies Savannah Oaks to their fishing pond. The property sits alongside the Ogeechee River. "There's a nice store that's part of the campground, is also fishing and a boat ramp, Wi-Fi was available but not very fast," notes Charlie B.
Farm activities: visit with animals at Red Gate Farms - RV Resort where you can see horses and goats. "We enjoyed walking around the grounds and the staff was friendly throughout our visit. They have multiple locations set up with swinging chairs to take in the views. Visiting with the horses, goats, and peacocks during our walks. Plus there are plentiful water birds to admire," says Jaime W.
Historical site exploration: Fort Pulaski National Monument is about 30 minutes from most Pooler area campgrounds. "Red gate is a hidden gem. This is a beautiful farm of 200 acres situated 5 minutes from downtown Savannah. Everything you could ask for: pool, ponds, horseback riding, goats, beautiful landscaping, room to roam or play," Lea B. mentions.
What campers like
Level sites: Many campgrounds in the area feature concrete pads or well-maintained gravel sites. At CreekFire RV Resort, "Sites are angled so it makes backing in a breeze! And the concrete pad was almost perfectly level which made setup so quick!" according to Edward S.
Pool amenities: Several resorts offer swimming pools with additional water features. "The best surprise of all, and what makes this place really unique, is the restaurant and bar on the lake where we listened to live music (amazing singer) in Adirondack chairs around a huge, stone fire pit with trendy Edison bulb tea lights strung overhead," Taylor D. shares about CreekFire RV Resort.
Dog-friendly facilities: Many campgrounds accommodate pets with dedicated areas. At Hilton Head National RV Resort, "They have a great, big dog park & an indoor, air conditioned dog spa with several really nice dog wash stationed with temp controlled water, not just cold," explains Amanda W.
What you should know
Highway noise: Sites closer to I-95 or major roads may experience traffic sounds. At River's End Campground & RV Park, "The campground was full but people were respectful and everyone was quiet by lights out," reports Shauna P.
Site spacing varies significantly: Some parks have tight quarters while others offer more room. "The sites are HUGE 70ft long 20ft wide, full hook ups with a state of the art Eaton control pedestal for your water, cable and electric connections," notes T S. about Hilton Head National RV Resort.
Reservation timing matters: Many parks fill quickly during spring and fall seasons. "Call if you don't see availability online. I've never seen a tent here, but that area in front of the office is good for a tent. We've camped twice in our teardrop in this area, and there was just one truck camper the first time," advises Mary S.
Tips for camping with families
Resort-style amenities: Some parks offer extensive family recreation. "We have a Sprinter Van so we're able to take the last dry camping spot and it was great! Level grass area next to horses it was so peaceful!!" shares Tracey W. about Camp South RV Park.
Playground access: Multiple resorts feature dedicated children's areas. "Campsites are large, and easy to maneuver, it has a red clay sand base to drive on but even when it's raining it's no issue. The people here are wonderful, the facilities are always clean, power is stable and so is the Wi-Fi," reports Illya A. about Camp South RV Park.
Trolley transportation: Some campgrounds offer shuttle services to downtown Savannah, eliminating parking hassles. "You can catch a trolley to downtown Savannah. Trail rides are available," notes Mary S., making exploration more convenient with children.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Request sites away from main roads for less noise. "Sites 13 through 17 are full hookup sites out front among sites 1-21 and look like the best ones to me. All of these sites are appropriate for large RVs (think Class A) with long gravel pads," advises Mary S.
Mobile service reliability: Cell coverage varies between parks. "Verizon service is great - we worked from our hotspot the whole trip," reports Ariel F., an important consideration for those needing to stay connected.
Early arrival benefits: Some parks allow early check-in for a small fee. "We wanted to camp 6 days near Hilton Head and this campground opened up late last year. They invested heavily in the camp ground. Large concrete sites easy to back in. Clean, pretty setting. Pool, club house, bar, dog park, dog washing station. even the laundry is first class," shares Cindy about Hilton Head National RV Resort.
