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Welcome center is nice, but the roads and asphalt sites are crumbling. We had a back in site that was fairly level. No real privacy from neighboring sites.
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Stone Mountain Park Campground houses luxury yurts and glamping accommodations just 20 miles from Smyrna, Georgia. The campground features premium glamping options with electricity, comfortable beds, and private decks overlooking the lake. Each glamping site includes a picnic table, fire pit, and grill with propane tanks already attached. One with Nature Glamp Camp offers two bell tents with king or twin beds, premium linens, mobile power units, lighting, movie projectors, and wood-burning stoves for climate control. Sweetwater Creek State Park and Red Top Mountain State Park also provide glamping accommodations with varying levels of amenities. One guest shared, "This is a cute eclectic glamping ground that has a lot of character. The amenities are mind blowing—top tier linens, mobile power units, lighting, movie projector, movie speaker and yes a wood burning stove in your tent."
Glamping sites around Smyrna connect visitors with natural surroundings while maintaining comfort. Stone Mountain Park offers extensive recreational opportunities including hiking trails, lake activities, and proximity to the park's attractions like the laser show and mountain views. Most glamping locations provide easy access to water features—Stone Mountain's sites overlook the lake where guests can watch kayakers and rowing teams. Red Top Mountain glamping accommodations offer scenic views of Lake Allatoona with hiking trails and water recreation nearby. According to a camper, "Stone Mountain hardly needs another glowing review, but it is a pleasure to stay there. First, everything is contained and available. The views of the lake, and, yes, the mountain are gorgeous." Reservations for glamping accommodations are recommended, especially during peak seasons from spring through fall when availability becomes limited.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Smyrna (33)
1. Stone Mountain Park Campground
"The views of the lake, and, yes, the mountain are gorgeous. There is a nice spacious check-in store. Your trash is picked up constantly from your site."
"Campgrounds are different sizes and we got a smaller one with a spigot, outlet, picnic table and a grill. We did not have a fire pit. Bathrooms/showers are close and it’s a great park."
Check Availabilityfrom $44 - $65 / night
2. Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground
"The bathroom facilities and shower were among the cleanest I’ve seen on the road and the hiking was really great. Not busy at all in the early AM. Kudos to the camp host and staff."
"Private sites - water and electric - fireflys everywhere! There are also 10 yurts - overlooking the lake. The bathhouse is clean and there are two showers."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 - $100 / night
3. Red Top Mountain State Park Campground
"It has a boat access point, fishing, walking and biking trails, a small putt putt course, playground area for the kids and best of all it’s pet friendly!"
"I stayed at the walk- in campsites with waterfront view and access to walk down to the water. There is no electric at site and water didn’t work."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $40 - $315 / night
4. Mckinney Campground
"We have traveled across the country a few times in the last year and are always looking for a good place to stay near Atlanta. We've found it!"
"This is a very newbie-friendly park on a pretty lake. The attendants were great and responsive. The spaces are well-equipped. My spot was 38 and had a brand new huge picnic table."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $34 / night
5. Clark Creek North Campground
"There is also signage to verify that you are going the right way until you see the CG entrance. We pulled into the gate area and were checked in by the attendant on duty."
"Shower house is clean and well maintained also has laundry facilities. Hosts are friendly. Has lots of power and water sites as well as tent sites with nice gravel tent pads."
Check Availabilityfrom $34 / night
6. COE Allatoona Lake Old Highway 41 No 3 Campground
"One section of the campground was too close to the highway, which made you hear cars passing all night, but sites 32 and up were very peaceful and quiet."
"This is a great campground, close to town and the lake view is amazing. There’s enough space and privacy between camp sites. Clean comfortable picnic area with table and fire pit."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $68 / night
7. One with Nature Glamp Camp
"There are 2 bell tents in the area. One setup with a king bed and the other a twin bed."
Check Availabilityfrom $79 - $199 / night
8. Clark Creek South Campground
"Most sites on the lake with a ton of space between sites and lake access. Super friendly hosts. Beach and boat ramp on site. Clean bathhouse. Quiet, peaceful and picturesque. Highly recommend."
"Being our first stop ever we were happy to have the friendly helpful staff. The lots are spaced out a bit so even if you have to unload dogs or children, you won’t be on top of the next slot."
Check Availabilityfrom $22 - $34 / night
9. Bald Ridge Creek
"Nice view of lake when site across the lane isn't occupied. Restrooms/ showers cleaned and relatively maintained (1 shower curtain missing) , debris free paved lanes to all sites."
"Our sites have all been lake-side and very large with a paved drive. There is hiking around the shore line and lots of ducks in the lake to feed (Shh!)"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $36 / night
10. Atlanta South RV Resort
"I stopped in for a night after having been without laundry and showers for a little too long so we used them in our one night stay."
"A few years ago, I visited this location because I considered living long term in an RV. The location is in a good spot right off the free way. It is clean."
Check Availabilityfrom $93 / night
Drive Time
- 8 min from Atlanta, GA
- 50 min from Gainesville, GA
- 1 hr 1 min from Rome, GA
- 1 hr 9 min from Athens, GA
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Glamping Reviews near Smyrna, GA
463 Reviews of 33 Smyrna Campgrounds
Amanda T.TravelerBald Ridge Creek
Not ideal for the primitive camper …
Way too many rules to have to abide by. It’s not a day use area, so you HAVE to camp over night or else they threaten to ban you from all FoCo campsites. Normally not a big deal, but there was supposed to be rain during our visit and that had me paranoid. We camped out, the rain held off, it was nice. Then day 2, I wasn’t feeling it anymore, but I didn’t want to be banned from camping 🙄 so we stayed the night and packed up at 5:45am the next day. No coffee or chilling. I just wanted to get out of there! I love camping out in the wilderness…no rules, no stress, no people, no RVs. Just nature.
N H.
ScoutCamp Comet Campground - Silver Comet Trail
Overtaken by homeless and wanted criminals
This campground use to be a good hold over spot or a good spot for beginner campers. The homeless in the area have taken it over and have completely destroyed it. Trash all over the place and used needles and foils scattered about. The police routinely check this area as it has become a known hideout spot for wanted people. Would not camp here. Back when I was a kid we would ride our bikes and stay out there for days at a time. Not anymore. Would avoid
- Zachary H.Scout
Camp Comet Campground - Silver Comet Trail
Camp commit
Very quiet,has porter potty in parking lot, cell service, free camping.
Hailey R.
GuideRed Top Mountain State Park Campground
Beautiful views with lake front camping
Campsite was the perfect lake front spot for our dog’s last camping adventure with us. The resort felt super safe for 2 females traveling with their dog and all campsites and bathrooms were super clean.
Taylor H.
RangerFort Yargo State Park Campground
Lakefront Overlook
We stayed at Site #45, and it quickly became one of our favorite campsites because it felt more like a wooded overlook, perched above the lake. The breeze coming off the water kept us comfortable enough to enjoy a campfire even on a hot August evening.
The site fit our 14x10 tent comfortably, but I wouldn’t recommend anything larger. There isn’t a true tent pad, and you’ll notice the slope while sleeping—but the view from inside the tent was priceless. We experienced a four-hour thunderstorm and didn’t have any standing water at our site afterward.
⚠️ The slope becomes much steeper near the shoreline, so I wouldn’t recommend this site for toddlers or anyone with mobility concerns.
🛝 Our 7-year-old loved fishing from the shoreline and thought the steep slope made the perfect slide to get back down to the water. Built-in slide + dirty shorts = happy camper. 😂
🔥 The site includes a clean fire ring with an adjustable cooking grate and a separate standing charcoal grill.
🦟 We didn’t have any issues with mosquitoes during our stay.
🚰 The shared water pump wasn’t working during our visit.
🚽 The bathhouse was spacious, clean, and only a short walk away.
🚗 A community wagon is parked near the bathhouse for campers to use when hauling gear between their vehicle and campsite. Loved that!
A few tips:
🪵 The Visitor Center sells $6 bundles of firewood and has a nice selection of souvenirs.
🐜 Plenty of flies and large ants, so keep your food put away and your tent zipped.
🪲 Cicadas were loud at night. I loved it, but our 7-year-old slept with his wireless headphones on. If you’re a light sleeper, you may want to pack earplugs if you’re camping here June-August.
🎣 We caught more bluegill fishing from our campsite than we did from the fishing dock.
🌅 If you’re looking for one of the best views in the campground and don’t mind sleeping on a slight incline, Site #45 is well worth considering.
- MMichael R.Traveler
Winding Waters RV Resort
Nice place to take the kids
Took the grandbaby for a last blowout before school starts back. She had a bast lots of kids she quickly made several friends
- VVeronica G.Traveler
Red Top Mountain State Park Campground
Heavenly! Red Top Mountain State Park
Spot #50 is perfection! Feels like you live alone on a tiny peninsula. Perfect place to explore trails, go fishing, enjoy sunset, and just be.
MickandKarla W.
LegendWinding Waters RV Resort
A Good Choice for Big Rigs Near Marietta
We stayed at Winding Waters Riverfront RV Resort for four nights after picking up our new 5th wheel toy hauler from Three Way Campers in Marietta to thoroughly test all of the RV's systems while remaining close to the dealership if any issues arose. We followed the emailed arrival instructions, checked in quickly, and were escorted to pull-through Site 89 with full hookups. The staff was friendly, service-oriented, and very accommodating throughout our stay. We spent our first night in the pull-through before moving to a river-view back-in site. The staff initially suggested Site 190, but after we noticed it had very little yard space, they happily moved us to Site 193, which better suited our needs. The resort offers several unsecured Wi-Fi networks; we selected the strongest signal and averaged 82 Mbps download and 9 Mbps upload. We received two bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile, and our T-Mobile Home Internet worked well. We didn't bring Starlink on this trip, but with very few trees throughout the main campground, it should perform well in most sites. The pull-through sites are better spaced than many campgrounds of this type, although we still wouldn't describe them as spacious. We appreciated the PVC chairs and round tables found at many sites instead of the typical picnic table, and there are five"Paw Pen" pull-through sites with private fenced pet areas. The nearby dog park consists of two small fenced runs that are adequate for potty breaks but not really large enough to throw a ball. Although the water park and numerous family-oriented amenities are not typically what we look for in a campground, Winding Waters was an excellent place to shake down our new rig.
Guide to Smyrna
Lake Allatoona forms the centerpiece of camping opportunities near Smyrna, Georgia, situated about 20 miles northwest of Atlanta. The area features a mix of Corps of Engineers campgrounds and state parks with elevations ranging from 800-1,600 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-95°F with high humidity, while spring and fall camping seasons offer milder 65-80°F temperatures with less precipitation.
What to do
Hiking trails year-round: Red Top Mountain State Park offers extensive trails for all skill levels with lake views. One camper noted, "The trail around the lake is good and in the winter it is not too far north has to be too cold to get outside in a tent."
Historical sites exploration: Visit the Manchester Mill Ruins at Sweetwater Creek State Park for a glimpse into industrial history. "Make sure you go see Manchester Mill Ruins," recommends a visitor to Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground.
Swimming beaches: Clark Creek South Campground provides direct lake access with a dedicated swimming area. A camper shared, "The campsite was right next to the swimming beach so little to no privacy and very loud. Although I slept very well in my tent because Quiet hours were observed."
Paddleboarding and kayaking: Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers easy water access for non-motorized watercraft. "We come here often, as it's only a 35 minute drive from home! Nearly every site is on the Lake, with access to the water."
What campers like
Waterfront site privacy: Many lakeside sites at Clark Creek South offer seclusion between camping spots. A visitor mentioned, "Perfect views of the lake, some spots lead directly down to the water. Huge spots, well-spaced and friendly hosts!"
Convenient location: Mckinney Campground provides an accessible base for Atlanta-area trips. "We always stop here on our trips down to florida and we always stay a couple days as we love to get a waterfront site and they are nice, clean sites with lots of shade and pet friendly."
Clean facilities: The bathrooms at many area campgrounds receive high marks. At Clark Creek South Campground, "Restrooms/showers cleaned and relatively maintained, debris free paved lanes to all sites."
Wildlife viewing: Deer sightings are common at several campgrounds around Smyrna. One camper at Shady Grove noted, "A lot of deer just walking around. Bathrooms are in good shape."
What you should know
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. An Old Highway 41 camper shared, "It is so close to i75 that the sound of traffic is constant; during the day is manageable but at night it makes it hard to sleep if you are in a tent and are a silent sleeper."
Alcohol restrictions: Some county parks strictly enforce no-alcohol policies. A visitor to Shady Grove Campground reported, "Nice campground. If you enjoy having a beer while camping don't come here. Beautiful day, beer in a solo cup playing cards with my wife at a picnic table. We were not making noise, nobody complained about us. Ranger pulls up and gave us both tickets."
Security issues: At Clark Creek North, campers should take precautions with valuables. One camper warned, "After discussing the issue with the campground staff, we were informed that locals often come through the woods and even wade through the edge of the lake to steal from the campground."
Reservation timing: Summer weekends book quickly at most campgrounds, with reservations opening 6-12 months in advance depending on the park. For glamping in Smyrna, Georgia area, booking 3-4 months ahead is recommended.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Stone Mountain Park Campground features kid-friendly facilities. A visitor mentioned, "We had an amazing visit!! All the staff were extremely helpful and sweet. Shower house was clean, laser show fabulous and while hiking we saw a lot of beautiful wildlife!!!"
Biking opportunities: Old Highway 41 Campground offers paved roads ideal for kids learning to ride. "We camped with my parents in the RV section of the campground, it was beautifully wooded and offered plenty of space/privacy from other campsites and was still a short walk from the bathhouse."
Junior Ranger programs: Several parks maintain educational activities despite pandemic limitations. A Red Top Mountain visitor noted, "Friendly staff, with the Jr ranger program still going with the help of adult campers during covid. Still so much fun and so clean and beautiful!!"
Beach proximity: Select sites at Clark Creek South put you steps from swimming. "One of my favorite! Only 40 sites. $22 night primitive $34 full hook-up. Most sites on the lake with a ton of space between sites and lake access."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Be prepared with leveling blocks at several area campgrounds. At Red Top Mountain, one camper reported, "Heavily wooded sites that are not well maintained. Very narrow roads in the campground with lots of pot holes. Not the easiest state park to pull a travel trailer in."
Utility accessibility: At One with Nature Glamp Camp, glamping options near Smyrna provide modern amenities without traditional hookups. "The amenities are mind blowing…….top tier linens, mobile power units, lighting, movie projector, movie speaker and yes a wood burning stove in your tent."
Extension cord requirements: Some premium sites require longer power cords. A Clark Creek South camper advised, "10 you need extra cords to reach electric box as it's at front of site."
Dump station congestion: Plan Sunday departures accordingly. A Bald Ridge Creek visitor observed, "Single dump station tends to line up on Sunday but I suppose that's part of the deal."
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