Franklin D Roosevelt State Park offers established camping near Warm Springs, Georgia with multiple hiking options and improved facilities. The campground recently renovated bathrooms in the newer 600 series area provide modern amenities for visitors. Situated in the Pine Mountain region at elevations between 750-1,395 feet, the park features wooded terrain with diverse wildlife across its 9,049 acres.
What to do
Fishing and boating: Lake Delanor in Franklin D Roosevelt State Park offers fishing and paddle boat rentals. "Clean and shady sights, being upgraded this year. Many trails a lake and history," notes Carol L. The lake provides recreational opportunities beyond horseback riding.
Hiking with children: Multiple well-marked trails accommodate families with various skill levels. "This park is great for hikers -- lots of great trails. I went with my three kids and we all had a blast," says Dana P. Many trails start directly from camping areas, making day hikes convenient without driving.
Local attractions: Visit nearby sites within a short drive from your campsite. "Very clean and family friendly place. Trading post available for firewood And supplies. Also short drive from the animal safari, and Callaway Gardens," reports Paul N. The Pine Mountain area offers additional activities beyond the park boundaries.
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: R. Shaefer Heard Campground on West Point Lake offers well-spaced campsites. "Lake sites are huge and well spaced out with plenty of shade and privacy, others seemed packed in (as with most parks)," explains Ward. Sites accommodate various camping setups comfortably.
Clean facilities: The campground maintains high standards for bathroom cleanliness. "Bathroom facilities were very clean, with showers and laundry. Placed well around the campground," according to Liz H. Regular maintenance ensures comfortable stays even during busy periods.
Family-friendly activities: Parks offer organized activities for children beyond standard playground equipment. "We fished and swam, they also had a scavenger hunt that you kids loved doing," shares Joshua H. These structured activities help keep children engaged throughout multi-day stays.
What you should know
Gate closure times: McIntosh Reserve Park and other area campgrounds enforce strict gate closure policies. "After 8pm, the park gate closes. I was given a gate code in case I needed to leave and return during the closed hours," explains Sarah S. Plan arrivals and departures accordingly to avoid being locked out.
Water access variables: River and lake levels fluctuate seasonally, affecting campsites and recreation. "The lake is down right now because they are repairing the dam so it was fun to walk along the banks," notes SJ W. Water levels may impact swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities.
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have spotty connectivity. "Verizon was weak over most of the property talk and text ok but data not so much," warns Ward. Download maps and information before arrival as online resources may be inaccessible.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Choose sites strategically based on amenities important for children. "We camped in campground 5 and from where our site was we could see the playground and also let our kids ride there bikes around the circle that the camp sites where on," recommends Joshua H. at Franklin D Roosevelt State Park.
Water play options: Several campgrounds offer alternatives to swimming. "Took the kids to the splash pad and enjoyed cooking out and hanging out over night," shares Ryan N. about McIntosh Reserve Park. These features provide safer water recreation for younger children.
Kid-friendly hiking: Select appropriate trails based on children's abilities. "This park has great camping with many, many sites of various sizes, all for roughly $30 a night. This may sound steep but the amenities by far make up for it," explains Everette G. Well-marked trails with moderate difficulty accommodate family exploration.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for larger rigs: Quail Run at Pate's Creek provides convenient access for travelers. "Great location if you're driving through or visiting Atlanta. It's just off the interstate, and there are plenty of restaurants around," notes Joseph P. The location works well for overnight stops during longer journeys.
Pad size limitations: Check site dimensions before booking. "Reserved out spot long in advance to get a spot on the lake, please do like all campgrounds all sites are not created equal. Most all are concrete pads and level but if your camper is over 25' or so length may cause a problem," cautions Ward at R. Shaefer Heard Campground.
Hookup availability: Campgrounds offer varying levels of services. "We were on site 213 and 214. Beautiful wooded site lots of space between sites in this loop. Very short walk to lake. Sites pretty level and gravel," reports Liz H. Water and electrical connections are available at most developed sites, though full hookups may be limited.
