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Best Campgrounds near Sapelo Island, GA

739 Reviews

Campgrounds near Sapelo Island offer a mix of coastal and inland camping environments throughout Georgia's southeastern barrier islands. Cabretta Island Pioneer Campground on Sapelo Island provides tent, RV, and cabin accommodations with boat-in and drive-in access via ferry. Several surrounding campgrounds like Jekyll Island Campground, Blythe Island Regional Park, and Belle Bluff Island Campground feature waterfront sites with varying amenities. The region includes both primitive camping areas and full-hookup RV parks within a 30-mile radius of Sapelo Island.

Ferry access is required to reach Sapelo Island's camping areas, with advance reservations strongly recommended for both transportation and campsites. The campgrounds throughout this coastal region experience high humidity and insect activity, particularly during summer months. "I love this campground! Plenty of trees for hammock camping, which is what I prefer, as well as many options for tent set ups. You take a ferry to Sapelo island, then a bus takes you to Cabretta Campground. Heaven on earth, just don't forget the bug spray," noted one visitor. Most campgrounds in the area provide electricity and water hookups, with several offering full RV connections. Boat-in access is common at many sites, creating additional transportation options beyond standard vehicle access.

Waterfront camping represents a significant draw throughout the Sapelo Island region. Campers frequently mention the proximity to beaches and marshlands as key highlights of their experience. At Cabretta Island, visitors appreciate the short walking distance to both beach and marsh ecosystems. According to one camper, "The campsite is a 3 to 5 minute walk away from both a beautiful beach and amazing marsh." Mixed-use campgrounds in the area typically provide covered pavilions, established fire rings, and basic restroom facilities. Several RV parks in the region like Lake Harmony and McIntosh Lake feature spring-fed lakes with fishing opportunities and waterfront sites. Group camping is available at select locations, with Cabretta Island particularly noted for accommodating larger gatherings with its communal pavilion and multiple Adirondack shelters.

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Best Camping Sites Near Sapelo Island, Georgia (55)

    1. Jekyll Island Campground

    51 Reviews
    Jekyll Island, GA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 635-3021

    $36 - $51 / night

    "Jekyll Island County Park is located at the northern end of Jekyll Island, a barrier island at the halfway point along the Georgia Coast. "

    "This campground is in a beautiful setting with lots to see and do close by the park."

    2. Blythe Island Regional Park

    41 Reviews
    Brunswick, GA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 279-2812

    "They confirm but only assign you a site on arrival- you cannot choose it

    Our campsite consisted of a hard packed sand "driveway" and a concrete pad next to it."

    "Lake front view. (Sites 1-10 are lakefront view. I like #4 best) Sites are quite close to each other but well landscaped with trees and foliage between. All sites heavily shaded."

    3. Inland Harbor RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Darien, GA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 437-6172

    "A clean and well maintained RV park located right next to I-95 in Georgia for those looking for a quick in and out overnight stay."

    4. Cabretta Island Pioneer Campground

    4 Reviews
    Sapelo Island, GA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 485-2299

    $42 / night

    "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."

    "Absolutely beautiful, complete with bathrooms and many adirondacks to keep supplies dry, the campsite is a 3 to 5 minute walk away from both a beautiful beach and amazing marsh. Highly recommend."

    5. Mcintosh Lake RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Townsend, GA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 224-6236

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Lake side grassy sites, with plenty of room. Quaint with swimming and fishing. Lake side patios with fireplaces. Free fire wood for your campfires. Reasonable rates"

    "Beautiful little campground where nearly every site has a view of the largeish fishing lake. All sites are natural with no pad, but full hook up. The wifi is good and the staff are cordial."

    6. Belle Bluff Island Campground

    4 Reviews
    Townsend, GA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 656-5351

    $45 - $60 / night

    "We took an evening excursion to a nearby restaurant (Fish Dock @ Pelican’s Point) and the food was great."

    7. Lake Harmony RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Townsend, GA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 832-4338

    $44 - $49 / night

    "Great fishing, they have a pond and a lake with paddle boat rentals. It’s so quiet, and quaint."

    "The campground had a small lake (pond) and there was a swimming area available which we did use."

    8. Skidaway Island State Park Campground

    104 Reviews
    Savannah, GA
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 598-2300

    $45 - $165 / night

    "My favorite campground...nestled in a maritime forest, the live oaks and Spanish moss, drip and dance around you, lending an air of romance and other- worldly feel."

    "Huge shady sites in beautiful Georgia Marshlands. Very close to downtown Savannah and Tybee Island. We will definitely be back!"

    9. Coastal GA RV Resort

    23 Reviews
    Brunswick, GA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 264-3869

    "Great areas to walk your dog, nice pond adjacent to park ( no swimming due to aligators) but lots of activity, fish, turtles, birds, etc.   Winn Dixie, liquor, fuel etc nearby.  "

    "The location is not fancy, but the park has adequate and clean facilities including; 3 bath houses, 3 laundry facilities, a dog park, clubhouse & pool."

    10. Fort McAllister State Park Campground

    60 Reviews
    Richmond Hill, GA
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (912) 727-2339

    $12 - $230 / night

    "We enjoyed the well-kept campground and explored the civil war fort which inspired discussions of Georgia’s history. Too hot to have an enjoyable hike, though."

    "Even in winter, Fort McCallister campground was nearly full and for the most part with large, really large and really, really large RVs."

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  • Matthew A.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    CreekFire RV Resort

    Fantastic fun!!

    We loved the lazy river pool and how close to downtown Savannah. Lots of activities to do. We will definitely be back! Oh and a cool 3 legged alligator!!

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Fort McAllister State Park Campground

    Beautiful woods and cool fort

    This park is out on the edge of town. All the spaces were far apart from each other. Most of them were pull through, but beware some of the pull through had trees which would limit larger trailers or coaches getting into the sites. All the sites for camping I believe had at least water and electric and I think some of them had sewer as well. There were nice showers and even a laundry facility. Nice little hike through the magnolia trail where I spotted deer, raccoons, and armadillo, and several squirrels. Also if you book online you don’t get the senior discount but if you go into the office they will give it to you. And don’t miss going through the fort and the museum. Very interesting part of our history.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    River's End Campground & RV Park

    No complaints!!

    This Campground was great, lots of nice shower rooms, a snack room, fitness room, pool & close to the Lighthouse & beach! A few restaurants within bike or scooter distance. The campground is shaded by Live Oaks & very neat & well kept, we were very content!

  • Werner S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Fort McAllister State Park Campground

    Loved to be immersed in Nature

    This turned out to be one of our favorite campgrounds (on a trip between Philadelphia and Savannah). We loved to be immersed in nature and like to discover wildlife. We saw deer, racoon, opossum and armadillo at Fort Mc Allister. Off course there are also lots of bugs and mosquitos that is the downside of this swampy jungle. Campground has nice spots, full hook up available, good shower facilities and not to far to combine with a Savannah visit (very nice town by the way).

  • B The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2025

    Atlantic Beach Campground — Fort Clinch State Park

    Lovely beach camping, good bathrooms, watch out for cacti and locked gates

    Stayed for three nights at the upper Fort Clinch sites, there are six tent sites and a good number of RV spots.

    Check-in is 3 PM but the ranger station closes at 5 and gates lock shortly after. I called in advance and received a gate code. Ranger station only opens at 10:30 so I didn't see them for my entire stay, but very nice folks on the phone.

    Tent sites provide water no power. RV sites are a mix, have to check individual site description. Free dump site.

    Bathrooms are big, clean, with toilet paper and hand soap.. Showers are free and decent. Coin laundry available.

    Tent site was relatively level, be careful to stay inside the "corral," I went out (but not past the protected area sign) and got bit by cacti.

    Beach is lovely and quiet.

    Heat index was over 100 so didn't do much hiking, but this was a really nice place to spend a few nights. I do wonder if the river campsites on the other side of the park might be cooler and offer hammock opportunities.

    Park is huge, lots to explore when weather permits.

    Lots of bugs but basic precautions handled it. There was also a turtle burrow behind the tent site, and saw a bunch of little deer!

  • Roxanne M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2025

    Lake Harmony RV Park

    Very nice place

    The camp ground is very clean and kept up with they staff is very accommodating and pleasant to deale with even though we were just passing through for one night the lake is very pretty

  • Colin R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 27, 2025

    Atlantic Beach Campground — Fort Clinch State Park

    Great tents sites

    I really like this State Park for tent camping. It's right next to the beach, very clear facilities, and great (unshaded) tent sites.

    Will definitely stay here again.

  • Edward S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 19, 2025

    CreekFire RV Resort

    Overall a good stay, will be back

    Campground is super clean and friendly staff. Love having the resort like pool/lazy river/splash pad.

    Sites are packed in pretty well, but they do a good job dividing them off from one another so it doesn't feel too cramped. Unfortunately not a lot of shade to be found.

    Sites are angled so it makes backing in a breeze! And the concrete pad was almost perfectly level which made setup so quick!

  • Denis P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 14, 2025

    Crooked River State Park Campground

    Great for Starlink and power — perfect overnight stop

    We stayed one night with a tent, and our main priorities were having a reliable Starlink connection and 110V power at the site. This campground delivered both— no issues with connectivity.

    I specifically chose a site with a clear view of the sky to the NNE, and it worked perfectly. The tent sites are definitely oversized and offer zero privacy, but for our needs— a quick overnight stop with internet and power— it was a great fit.

Guide to Sapelo Island

Camping near Sapelo Island, Georgia, offers a unique blend of nature, history, and outdoor fun. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot to set up your tent or park your RV.

What to do:

  • Explore the trails: Many campers enjoy hiking the scenic trails. One visitor at Fort McAllister State Park Campground mentioned, "The trails are great for hiking but a little rough for street bikes."
  • Visit historic sites: Check out the nearby historical sites. A reviewer noted, "The Ft. McAllister historical museum and grounds is very well done and informative."
  • Fishing and wildlife watching: Bring your fishing gear! A camper shared, "The fishing pier is great for fishing or just viewing," highlighting the area's rich wildlife.

What campers like:

  • Secluded spots: Campers appreciate the privacy offered by many sites. One happy camper at Jekyll Island Campground said, "The place is separated from the real world by a long causeway in the salt marsh."
  • Clean facilities: Clean restrooms and showers are a big plus. A visitor at Blythe Island Regional Park remarked, "The bathrooms were clean, even though some of them were pretty dated."
  • Friendly staff: Many campers rave about the helpfulness of campground staff. A reviewer at Coastal GA RV Resort noted, "Excellent staff, well maintained park."

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes can be fierce: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. One camper at Blythe Island Regional Park warned, "The morning mosquitoes were the worst I have ever experienced!"
  • Tight sites at some campgrounds: If you're in an RV, check site sizes. A visitor at Savannah South KOA mentioned, "Sites are very tight and graveled but level."
  • Limited amenities at some parks: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities. A camper at Inland Harbor RV Park said, "The sites are close together, open with no privacy."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Bring bikes: The bike paths around the area are fantastic. A reviewer at Jekyll Island Campground suggested, "Trust me, DO IT! The bike paths around Jekyll Island are first class."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. One family at Mcintosh Lake RV Park enjoyed the "beautiful deck overlooking the spring-fed lake."
  • Check for playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. A visitor at Southern Retreat RV Park mentioned, "The kids enjoyed playing on the swing set."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site accessibility: Some campgrounds have narrow roads. A reviewer at Southern Retreat RV Park noted, "The entrance was a parking lot for the restaurant in front and there was a sign saying RVs were not to go past a certain point."
  • Book in advance: Popular sites fill up quickly. A camper at Jekyll Island Campground said, "The better sites are booked up way out, so you have to plan well in advance."
  • Bring your own fire pit: Some campgrounds don’t provide fire rings. A visitor at Southern Retreat RV Park mentioned, "No fire rings provided. Bring your own or buy one from their store."

Camping near Sapelo Island, Georgia, has something for everyone, whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation, or family fun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is buying land available for private camping on Sapelo Island?

Buying land for private camping on Sapelo Island is extremely limited. Most of the island is protected as a state reserve or research area, with only a small portion available for private ownership in the Hog Hammock community. Land rarely comes up for sale, and when it does, it typically has strict usage restrictions that may prohibit camping development. Unlike places like Jekyll Island Campground where camping is well-established, Sapelo's conservation status makes private recreational development challenging. If considering land purchase, consult with the McIntosh County planning department and Georgia DNR for current regulations.

How do I access camping sites on Sapelo Island?

Access to camping on Sapelo Island is primarily through Cabretta Island Pioneer Campground, which is only accessible by ferry from the mainland. The campground offers hammock camping options with plenty of trees, tent sites, and Adirondack shelters. The site features a covered pavilion with electrical hookups, picnic tables, and an established fire pit. You'll need to make reservations in advance and take the Sapelo Island Ferry from Meridian dock. Remember to bring all necessary supplies as services on the island are limited. The ferry schedule is restricted, so plan your arrival and departure accordingly.

What camping is available near Sapelo Island, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Sapelo Island, GA offers a wide range of camping options, with 55 campgrounds and RV parks near Sapelo Island, GA and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Sapelo Island, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Sapelo Island, GA is Jekyll Island Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 51 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Sapelo Island, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Sapelo Island, GA.

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