4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin campgrounds provide accommodations near Sapelo Island on Georgia's coast, ranging from rustic retreats to fully equipped cabins with private bathrooms and kitchen facilities. The Cabretta Island Pioneer Campground offers rustic cabin options with electrical hookups accessible by ferry and bus transport. Fort McAllister State Park Campground provides cabin rentals with full amenities including electricity, heating and cooling systems, and private bathrooms. Most cabins include furnished living spaces with basic kitchen facilities. Skidaway Island State Park also offers cabin accommodations with electric hookups, showers, and toilets. One camper shared that "the bathhouse and laundry were nice" at Southern Retreat RV Park, which also offers cabin rentals.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Crooked River State Park Campground provides cabin options with electric hookups, showers, and toilet facilities. The River's End Campground & RV Park on Tybee Island offers cabin rentals with amenities including picnic tables, electricity, and proximity to beach areas. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months. Savannah South KOA provides cabin rentals with typical KOA amenities including furnished interiors, electricity, and water. According to one visitor at Fort McAllister, "We love this park because it is kind of remote, but not far from Savannah. It has great trails, a historic site to explore, a nice little on the water bar/grill close by."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely between properties, with some offering full kitchens while others provide only basic cooking equipment. Altamaha Regional Park has cabins with access to a market for supplies, though selection may be limited. The Southern Retreat RV Park includes a restaurant on-site called Fish Tales, which a visitor noted has "fantastic food and great environment." Coastal Cabins & RV's at Shellman Bluff provides more rustic accommodations for those seeking a simpler cabin experience, though with fewer amenities than other options in the region.
"Established fire pit, large covered pavilion with multiple picnic tables, electrical hookups located within pavilion and a shower house equip with sinks and toilets. Walking distance to the beach."
"Safe area to park your car before taking the ferry to this enchanting island. The island is 13 miles long so it takes a while to explore everything it has to offer."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $42 / night
"Sites are gravel, shaded, and include a picnic table, fire ring and grill making it ideal for gathering around the campfire."
"This state park is close to a lot of things to do. Very close to Wormslow Historic Site and Savannah. The campground is really nice with large trees and lots of hanging moss. "
Available this weekend
from $45 - $165 / night
"Beautiful clean park surrounded by nature. Spots are spacious and beautiful. Boat ramp, cannoe rental, store, showers, gorgeous cabins, primitive camping and of course the fort."
"With spacious sites the campground looked like a city for all the metal and the assorted camping accoutrements that vacationers brought with them; screened-in porches, mood lights, freestanding canopies"
Available this weekend
from $12 - $230 / night
"Has free wifi, showers and a ma and pa store in camp. Has a train track across the water and big playground if u have kids. Great stay"
"Campground was nice, and tent site had power, water, area for car to be parked tend to be set up and food to be cooked. Amenities are great. Bathhouse super close to tent sites."
from $20 - $85 / night
"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."
"Not sure how long this will last, but park will be closed for some time"
"This review is for CRSP Cottage 10, a 2 bedroom, 4 bed, 1 bath, pet friendly house down a quiet road within the park. The park staff at the gift shop were very kind and engaged."
"We spent a pleasant long weekend here in this 2-br cottage with a peaceful view of the river. Full kitchen, screened-in porch, and a fire ring outside."
Available this weekend
from $38 - $275 / night
"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."
"Each site comes with a fire pit and a picnic table. Location is great. Not right on the beach but a short walking distance."
"Quiet, clean, decent sized spaces, full hookups with good cable TV. Used showers and laundry, well maintained. Close to Jekyll Island, an enjoyable day trip. We would stay here again."
"Daily food specials, entertainment several times a week, beautiful outside seating, pool area, two dog parks, showers/bathrooms and a huge expansion project to offer many more sites."
from $25 - $49 / night
"There was plenty of room for our big screened canopy, picnic table, chairs & fire ring. The views from the lake were wonderful & t made waking up to see the sunrise worth it every day."
"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."
from $45 / night
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.
ScoutI have been a KOA member for more than 20 years and have generally had very good experiences. Unfortunately, this particular KOA was a major disappointment. My wife and I brought our two grandkids on an eight-day trip and specifically chose this campground because of several advertised amenities: a pool with a slide, a game room, and a DVD player in the deluxe cabin. We paid more than$900 for our stay. When I booked, the campground disclosed that it was undergoing water and sewer upgrades and warned guests to expect construction and possible“brief water/power interruptions.” That seemed reasonable, and I had no problem with it. Unfortunately, what we encountered went well beyond a brief interruption. The DVD player in our cabin did not work. I reported it to the office and was told the owner would be notified and someone would get back to me. No one ever did. We then received a text stating that the pool slide was not operating because of electrical upgrades. When we went to use the pool anyway, there was a considerable amount of debris that looked like dirt floating in the water, and the surface underneath the water was badly peeling. My grandkids didn't want to get in. We tried the game room next. It had no electricity, none of the games were operating, there was no air conditioning, and the room was extremely hot. At that point, we decided to leave and find a hotel that actually had the amenities we had expected. For a little over$100 per night, we found a very nice hotel and stayed there instead. We returned to the campground the following Saturday for our final night, and unfortunately, the same issues were still present. In the end, we used only three of the eight nights we paid for. I understand that construction and upgrades have to happen. What I don't think is reasonable is continuing to advertise amenities such as a pool slide and game room when they are going to be unavailable for an extended period, while still charging guests the full rate. A warning about possible“brief water/power interruptions” did not accurately describe what we experienced. After returning home, I contacted the KOA. I made it clear that I was not asking for a refund for the three nights we actually stayed there. Since one night was already planned for a hotel in Orlando, I simply requested a partial refund or other reasonable adjustment for the four unused nights after we left because the advertised amenities were unavailable or unusable. I even offered to provide our hotel receipts. I have received no response from the campground's management. That may be the most disappointing part of the experience. After more than 20 years as a KOA member, I expected at least the courtesy of a response. I chose this campground because I trusted the KOA name and wanted my grandkids to enjoy the amenities that were advertised. Unfortunately, they were probably the most disappointed of all. Hopefully this helps others considering staying here. Based on our experience, this campground did not meet the KOA standards I have come to expect over the past 20+ years.
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.
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TravelerStandard military entrance and security requirements. Has about 80 level full hookups, free laundry, really nice community room, stocked with everything! Very clean fully equipped restrooms, grab bars, towel racks, shower seating, bicycle and walking paths. Campsites on the lake $35, others are $32. You can check in after hours with camp host.
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!
Cabins near Sapelo Island, Georgia provide direct access to the coastal marshlands that stretch across McIntosh County at elevations near sea level. The Georgia barrier island coast experiences hot, humid summers with temperatures frequently exceeding 90°F and mild winters where overnight lows rarely drop below freezing. During summer months, insect repellent is essential for comfort at most camping locations throughout this coastal region.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Skidaway Island State Park Campground offers nature trails where wildlife sightings are common. "Deer and other wildlife are seen every day," notes camper Pamela I., who found the trails and sites "large and clean."
Fort exploration: Visit the historic earthwork fortification at Fort McAllister State Park Campground to learn about Civil War coastal defenses. "The fort tour was really interesting and the staff were very knowledgeable and helpful," shares Lisa P., adding that the visitor center provides context for understanding the site's significance.
Kayaking the marshlands: Many coastal accommodations allow easy water access for paddling. According to Savannah C. at Cabretta Island Pioneer Campground, "You can also rent kayaks from the hosts and drop them in just down the road," making water exploration convenient for visitors without their own equipment.
Proximity to beaches: Cabretta Island Pioneer Campground offers quick access to shorelines. Jonah D. reports it's "a 3 to 5 minute walk away from both a beautiful beach and amazing marsh," providing dual water environments within easy walking distance.
Spacious campsites: Many visitors appreciate the generous site dimensions. At Crooked River State Park Campground, Cathy C. found that "all sites are large, well maintained and site specific," noting that "many have full hook ups" with several offering water views.
Clean facilities: Bathroom quality remains consistently mentioned in reviews. Jessica at Savannah South KOA shares that "the bathhouse & general store were very clean & located a short walk from the tent sites," making it convenient for tent campers without their own facilities.
Insect considerations: Bug protection is essential in coastal Georgia. Nikki K. describes Cabretta Campground as "Heaven on earth, just don't forget the bug spray" - acknowledging the presence of insects typical to coastal environments.
Reservation requirements: River's End Campground & RV Park fills quickly, particularly during peak seasons. Wendy T. advises, "Reserve now for this Christmas/New Years eve. This place fills up fast," highlighting the importance of advance planning during holidays.
Wildlife concerns: Raccoons can become problematic at some locations. Hannah C. warns about Fort McAllister: "Do NOT leave food or trash unattended or they will ransack your campsite," emphasizing proper food storage is necessary.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature recreational areas for children. Tyler W. notes that at Fort McAllister, "My kids loved the playground and the fort tour," combining educational and physical activities in one location.
Swimming options: Water access varies between locations. At Altamaha Regional Park, Tyler W. mentions the "swimming area was really fun," though he notes it can sometimes be affected when "boat ramps were unusually busy so the swimming area was a bit exhaust filled for a little while."
Educational opportunities: Nature centers provide learning experiences for young visitors. Zach H. at Skidaway Island points out that "there are a handful of nature trails that are easily accessible from the campground," making nature exploration convenient for families with children of varying ages.
Site selection considerations: At River's End Campground, site spacing can be limited. Tommy C. notes it's a "Beautiful campground. Clean and well kept," but cautions that "its tight spots are close together," which may present challenges for larger rigs requiring more space.
Navigational challenges: Some campgrounds present access difficulties. Ashley W. at Southern Retreat RV Park warns, "When leaving we were unable to actually turn our trailer to actually go the correct way out of the park," indicating potential difficulties for larger rigs navigating the internal roads.
Amenity access: Campsites with private facilities remain popular options. Michael and Betty L. appreciated Southern Retreat's "full hookups with good cable TV" and noted they "used showers and laundry, well maintained," indicating reliable amenities for extended stays.
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