Best Dispersed Camping near Roswell, GA
Several free dispersed camping areas exist in the north Georgia mountains, approximately 1-2 hours from Roswell. Jones Creek Dispersed Campground offers riverside primitive sites accessible via narrow dirt roads with no facilities. The creek features gentle currents and small waterfalls, though sites show signs of heavy use. Mountain Side Overlook in Rich Mountain Wildlife Management Area provides tent and RV-friendly sites with established fire pits, but requires vehicles with decent ground clearance. "Nice firepit, hiking across the way. 4x4 is not required, but ground clearance makes it non-accessible to some," notes one visitor.
Preacher's Rock offers a more challenging backcountry experience with limited tent sites atop a mountain ridge, requiring a 40-minute hike that becomes increasingly difficult with full packs. Justus Creek Campsite along the Appalachian Trail provides creek-side primitive camping with hike-in access only. Dick's Creek Falls area features several first-come, first-served sites along a 3-mile dirt road, with spots of varying proximity to water. According to a camper, "There is only 5 or 6 spots available for first come first serve camping. They have a couple closer to water but most are more remote."
