Cabin camping near Redan, Georgia places visitors in the heart of the Georgia Piedmont region, where gently rolling hills average 1,000-1,300 feet in elevation. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F with high humidity, while winters remain relatively mild with occasional freezing temperatures. Cabin rentals throughout the region vary widely in amenities from basic structures with minimal facilities to fully-equipped accommodations with modern conveniences.
What to do
Paddle on Lake Allatoona: Bring kayaks or paddleboards to explore the coves at Red Top Mountain State Park Campground. "The water is nice and cool. The people here are so friendly and helpful. Perfect lake to boat and fish on," notes Tracy L H.
Hike wooded trails: The trail system at Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground connects directly to cabin sites. "We were able to walk off of the back of our site and onto the trail system, which is perfect because we are avid hikers," reports George & Patty C.
Mountain biking: Trails at Fort Yargo State Park accommodate riders of all skill levels. "Most of the trails are mixed mountain biking and hiking but when we were there, we only saw two mountain bikes," writes Nancy W., who recommends weekday visits for less crowded conditions.
Wildlife viewing: Early mornings offer opportunities to spot deer throughout the cabin areas. "Deer roaming everywhere," reports Todd L. about his stay at Fort Yargo, while many cabins at Hard Labor Creek back up to wooded areas where wildlife frequent.
What campers like
Privacy between cabin sites: Fort Yargo State Park Campground offers cabins with good separation from neighbors. "The sites are arranged in a way that you don't feel close to your neighbor. They are nice and large, flat (we didn't even need to get out our levels)," explains Laura M.
Clean, modern facilities: Recent renovations at Hard Labor Creek have improved the comfort stations. "HLC swapped over to 'site-specific' reservations..meaning that you must choose a particular site when reserving. The bath houses/comfort stations are brand new (including laundry rooms) and the camp hosts keep them spotless," shares George & Patty C.
Spacious outdoor areas: Many cabins include generous outdoor living spaces. "Our site was very spacious and we had plenty of room. We did notice all the slots on that loop were made to easily back in a camper," notes Karen C. about Indian Springs State Park Campground.
Recreational variety: Within cabin camping areas, guests find multiple activity options. "The campground offers everything you would ever need. There are tons of things to do from Golf, hiking, zoo, laser show, food and you can hike the mountain or take a ride to the top. There are bike trails and plenty of entertainment for all," Holly B. shares about Stone Mountain Park Campground.
What you should know
Booking strategy: Cabin reservations fill quickly at peak times. "We arrived in the afternoon on a Friday at spot 59 with reservations via Reserve America. We checked in with Terry & Mike the camp hosts located on spot 1," explains Karen C. about Indian Springs, highlighting the importance of advance planning.
Water quality varies: Not all cabin water sources provide ideal drinking water. "There was some sediment in the water from the spigot and it seemed to have a bit of a chlorine taste. I would suggest bring your own water or a water filter," advises Karen C.
Cabin amenities differ significantly: The Tiny Cabin in Roswell includes unexpected features. "Not on the listing was an outdoor shower and my sweaty soccer son loved it. The ceiling fan and air conditioning unit do a great job of cooling in this GA heat," reports Tamra J.
Weekend vs. weekday experience: Hard Labor Creek provides very different experiences depending on timing. "The weekend nights were so crowded with cars spilling into the camp roads, loads of large groups at each site. Felt very claustrophobic. On weekdays the park became a (lovely) ghost town," explains Christina.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Atlanta South RV Resort offers family amenities. "Wi-Fi works great, pool was clean and good size. 1 bathhouse but it was well maintained," notes Kara A., who visited with children specifically to access nearby shopping at Tanger Outlets.
Check proximity to bathrooms: When booking cabins, location matters for families with young children. "We told him we had no sewer hookup and would prefer to be close to the bathrooms," highlights one camper's booking strategy, ensuring middle-of-the-night bathroom trips remain manageable.
Consider seasonal programming: Many parks offer special family activities during peak seasons. "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!!!" reports Jennifer T. about her family visit to Stone Mountain.
Evaluate cabin size realistically: Cabin floor plans may feel smaller than described. "Our 14ft Flyer Pursue was the smallest camper there at the time. Space 59 was very spacious and we had plenty of room," says Karen C. about her Indian Springs experience, suggesting visitors carefully consider space needs.
Tips from RVers
Check cabin accessibility: Access roads vary significantly between parks. "Very narrow roads in the campground with lots of pot holes. Not the easiest state park to pull a travel trailer in. Sites were very narrow," warns Brock D. about RamsdenLake, suggesting careful research for those towing trailers to cabin sites.
Reservation specifics matter: Site orientation and setup affects comfort. "Great week. The only downfall was that the trailer needed a lot of leveling. But it was totally worth it. Our site was on the lake. My husband and son enjoyed fishing and paddle boarding right behind our site," shares Susan K.
Gray water disposal: Not all cabins provide full hookups. "No FHU, but they do have grey water dumps in numerous places in campground. The staff was helpful. Our site was very level, and pull through," notes Judi P. about Fort Yargo, providing important information for visitors planning longer stays.
Weekend preparation: Weekends bring substantial changes to most cabin areas. "This is a great campground with lots of activities... We definitely hope to return and take in more of the park!" shares Dalhya L., who recommends arriving Friday to secure desirable spots for weekend stays.
