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High Bluff Campground in the Lake Talquin State Forest provides upscale glamping accommodations alongside beautiful lake views just outside Thomasville. The property features well-appointed glamping tents with comfortable sleeping arrangements and private outdoor spaces where guests can enjoy lakeside relaxation. "We had such a fun time camping at the goat farm. Where you literally camp with goats. The male goats hang out right beside you and your tents," shared one visitor about the unique Goat House Farm glamping experience. Other glamping options in the region include Ragan Family Campground which offers climate-controlled yurts and comfortable canvas accommodations with amenities like electricity, picnic tables, and fire rings, all within natural surroundings that provide both comfort and connection to nature.
The glamping sites around Thomasville provide excellent access to water activities on Lake Talquin and nearby waterways. Fishing is particularly popular at High Bluff, where guests can use the dedicated fishing pier while enjoying views of wildlife. According to a camper, "Caught a beautiful sunset over the lake and saw a massive gator hanging out by the fishing pier." Hiking trails wind through the surrounding forests, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing and nature photography. Newport Park Campground houses elevated glamping structures near the St. Marks River with proximity to St. Marks wildlife refuge just across the street. Most properties require advance reservations, with availability year-round due to the mild southern Georgia climate, though fall and spring offer the most comfortable temperatures for enjoying outdoor activities from the comfort of luxury accommodations.
"Had a fire pit with grill and picnic table. Right on the lake with pier access and boat ramp- pretty cool spot. Only lost a star because of previous campers leaving some trash behind."
"A little warm and the bugs are getting ready for the dusk attack. There are gnats and flys during the day but nothing biting….yet"
from $9 / night
Check Availability"We love the sites on one of the stocked fishing ponds. On site store fully equiped and great coffee and ice cream. This was first campground we went tent camping in!"
"Easy to get around just walking. Nice bathhouses. We will be back."
"A little traffic noise but not too bad. It had a boat dock and pier to observe the St. Marks River. The St. Marks lighthouse is so close and a must see during all times of the day."
"Brian was very nice on the phone and didn't even come around to collect $! In fairness, I was there for a short time and dropped the appropriate fare by the door of their RV on my way out."
"Easy to find/check-in/set up. Large, popular site right off 75. Highway noise did not interfere with sleeping. Clean grounds/facilities."
"There's an adorable, and useful, store.. but i guess‽ because the lady running it had already put our packet outside on the 'late arrivals board' we sure felt less than welcomed when we pulled up around"
"Outside bar & Grill. Lot to do. Clean"
"Lazy river, swimming pool, water park, tiki bar, lake, restaurant, golf cart rentals, cabins, activities, Gym and store!"
"The owner of the farm was so welcoming and accommodating. She even gave us a tour of the farm in the morning and we were able to play with a ton of goats and chickens!"
"The staff is so friendly and helpful. We would love to go and stay there again!"
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"I would have given 5 stars, but we lost water pressure in the morning, and there were hunting dogs on location that barked quite a bit. Those are the only complaints! Everything else is outstanding!"
from $94 - $117 / night
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GuideNo complaints about this site; plenty of campsites to pick from even with about 6 other campers; space to spread out from others. Good for primitive tent camping. Had a fire pit with grill and picnic table. Right on the lake with pier access and boat ramp- pretty cool spot. Only lost a star because of previous campers leaving some trash behind.
GuideThis was a quick overnight stay for myself. I arrived a little bit after sunset and left fairly early in the morning.
Stayed at site number 18, which was Lakeside, but all campsites have decent view of lake through the trees. There is a dock and she can walk down to the water itself.
This is a very isolated place, and you have to drive down a dirt road, but very packed, which even sedans can handle no problem, unless it’s been raining that it might get a little slippery
When I stayed, it was 34° so didn’t do a whole lot but get set up in the rooftop tent and sleep. No real issues with Internet, for Verizon, but signal wasn’t super strong.
There is a toilet bathroom that is composting style, without sinks or showers.
But I booked I thought it said electrical, but after I booked, it said no electrical and when I arrived on site, there was a electrical pedestal, looked brand new, but not working. Unknown if they will soon have electricity or not ever used.
For its isolation and quietness and availability, I would definitely return. I don’t have a lot in this area to attend to, but this is a nice spot.
Star count is only down, ranked due to lack of electricity and water, as well as the slightly difficult drive in. That’s a plus for some people, but that’s how I do my star rankings.
GuideVery small county campground. Went selected for location to bike trails and beaches. Bathhouses were mostly clean but well worn. No personal on site most of the time. Handful of long term people who are friendly.
LegendReagan family working hard to restore this park...waterslide, bounce houses, arcade, pools, disc golf, etc ..they have something for everyone. We love the sites on one of the stocked fishing ponds. On site store fully equiped and great coffee and ice cream. This was first campground we went tent camping in!
RangerSelected campground based on proximity to interstate. Loud traffic drove us to stay inside our camper instead of enjoying outside.
Site was unlevel and took three boards to fix side to side, disconnected from TV to fix fore/aft. Concrete pad was all the way forward on the site while connections were over midway back making it so we couldn’t use both easily. Had to park father back to reach connections which was where the site dropped off (causing us to use extra boards to level). We moved the picnic table back towards the camper, otherwise it would have been by our truck’s doors.
Bathrooms were clean, but dated with rusty stall doors. Be aware there are speed humps throughout the campground. No fire pit on our site, but other sites had them. Not sure if we were allowed a fire as such.
For overnight guests, I would recommend asking for sites up near the front of the park, as they appeared newer and more level, although less trees. I would avoid the row next to the bathrooms on the far side of the lake as they appeared to be the most unlevel, like the one we chose based on the website (site 41). Be aware that some of the outer ring sites in the wooded area on the far side are pull-in sites, not pull-thru or back-in, which could make it challenging if you want to drop your trailer and leave.
We would stay again in a pinch, but this isn’t a destination.
ScoutVisited new years eve weekend and the campground was relatively quiet. The vault toilet was well stocked with toilet paper and kept clean, but there was some trash around the campground. The dock on the lake is nice and there were several people fishing. Good location for hunting the surrounding WMAs. The 3 star review is primarily due to the camping spots marked in cross ties are narrow and some spots are difficult to get a larger camper in. I would visit again.
TravelerEasy to find/check-in/set up. Large, popular site right off 75. Highway noise did not interfere with sleeping. Clean grounds/facilities.
GuideCampground was nice and quiet. A little traffic noise but not too bad. It had a boat dock and pier to observe the St. Marks River. The St. Marks lighthouse is so close and a must see during all times of the day. We visited at least twice, once to walk along the beach and the second time to see the sunset. There are so many beautiful sights in the area. We visited Alligator Point and Bald Point State Park. We saw a bald eagle and so many other species of birds. I will return. The host was gracious and very informative. They did have some trouble with the restrooms, they were closed for a short time when we arrived and closed again before we left. However, we did use the showers and the bathhouse was clean when it was operational. I would recommend this camp if you are exploring the area and there is a lot to explore.
RangerThis “resort” had great reviews so we decided to stay there while visiting Wild Adventures. All sites were pull throughs which I was happy about because I went without my husband and I can’t back well. When we got there we were in a site directly behind the office and it was super narrow. With my long camper I could not make the turn and keep the trailer in the pad. I ended up still having to back up to get my trailer wheels to stay on the pad. There was a tree very close on the passenger side as well and I ended up extremely close to it but could not get away from it due to the size of the camper and needing to be able to have room for my slides in the front. Also the sewer hookups were at the very back of the site. Even with 2 ten foot hoses I could not reach the hookup and ended up having to find a dump station later. They did have a dump station but I’m front of the office but with the way the driveway exited and the length of my trailer it would have been extremely hard to turn it to and go back in the entrance so I just left without dumping. The place did have a bath house which was clean and conscientious to our site since we were right beside the office which it was attached to. There was also a pool which looked nice but we were not able to use because it was closed both nights by the time we could have gone to use it. It would have been great if it stayed open later. There was also a playground in the front of the park near the road laundry was available as well. Despite the fact that cable was advertised as being available they no longer offered it so be prepared to use a streaming service or watch movies. There was a small store with supplies and souvenirs. The office staff were very nice and helpful. The park was clean and kept up. If I had to stay in the area again however I would probably find a campground with larger sites. Also because my trailer was so long and I was driving a F350 I had to park angled at the back of the site off the pad slightly otherwise my vehicle would have been in the road.
Lake Talquin State Forest offers glamping accommodations near Thomasville, Georgia at elevations between 100-200 feet, where pine forests meet wetland areas. The region receives about 54 inches of rainfall annually, creating lush surroundings for campers. Sites typically reach temperatures of 90°F in summer months and can drop to 40°F during winter nights.
Fishing opportunities: At Newport Park Campground, visitors can fish directly from the pier. One camper notes, "The St. Marks lighthouse is so close and a must see during all times of the day. We visited at least twice, once to walk along the beach and the second time to see the sunset."
Wildlife viewing: Birdwatching is popular around Goat House Farm. The farm offers unique animal interactions where "you literally camp with goats. The male goats hang out right beside you and your tents. (Be sure to keep your tents closed or they will sleep with you too, ha!)"
Water activities: The Eagles Roost RV Resort provides access to nearby water features. "There's an adorable, and useful, store... We DID observe many twitterpated squirrels and hear and see some lovely birds in the canopy," shared one visitor describing the natural surroundings.
Clean facilities: High Bluff Campground maintains well-kept grounds. A camper reported, "The campground itself was clean and well maintained. No power, no water, no WiFi, no store. T-Mobile was very good with 300+ Mbps."
Quiet atmosphere: Many glamping options near Thomasville provide peaceful settings. According to one visitor at Creekside RV Park, "So many things to do no reason to leave! Lazy river, swimming pool, water park, tiki bar, lake, restaurant, golf cart rentals, cabins, activities, Gym and store!"
Family-friendly environments: Parents appreciate the activities available for children. A Ragan Family Campground visitor shared, "This place is awesome. A kids dream. Water park, lazy river, a park, fishing, and family activities. 10/10. Will be back."
Limited amenities: Some sites operate without modern conveniences. At High Bluff Campground, "You have to love the lonelyness here. On the weekend there have been three other parties with tents. From Sunday to Monday we have been the only ones. Then it becomes really lonely, dark and quiet out here."
Wildlife encounters: Expect to see local fauna. One camper noted, "4 stars for no water or electric hookups.. Also I don't do spiders and they are all over the place here.. And HUUUUGEEE at that. Fishing dock is nice and you can see lots of gators."
Reservation requirements: Most glamping sites near Thomasville require advance booking. Newport Park costs around $15-17 per night with a camper noting it's "located on a busy HWY 98 so there is traffic noise during the day. St. Marks wildlife refuge is right across the street and Wakulla Springs is about 10 minutes down the road."
Kid-friendly activities: Select campgrounds with dedicated children's areas. At Ragan Family Campground, "Water attractions such as a 60 foot water slide, lazy river, splash pad, Water Wars, Down Pour Derby, and zero entry swimming pool. Easy trip into historical Madison."
Animal experiences: Children enjoy camping with animals. One visitor to Goat House Farm mentioned, "The kids absolutely loved it. They cried when it was time to leave and told all the animals bye. The staff is so friendly and helpful."
Site selection: Choose sites away from potential hazards. At High Bluff Campground, a camper observed, "The sites marked in cross ties are narrow and some spots are difficult to get a larger camper in. I would visit again."
Site size considerations: Measure your rig against available space. A camper at Eagles Roost RV Resort shared, "When we got there we were in a site directly behind the office and it was super narrow. With my long camper I could not make the turn and keep the trailer in the pad."
Utility locations: Check hookup positioning before arrival. As one RVer noted, "The sewer hookups were at the very back of the site. Even with 2 ten foot hoses I could not reach the hookup and ended up having to find a dump station later."
Road conditions: Access roads vary in quality. At High Bluff Campground, "The last 3 miles are dirt road, but in good condition as long as you can stay in the middle without traffic. Our lot #5 was pretty even."
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Thomasville, GA is High Bluff Campground — Joe Budd WMA and Lake Talquin State Forest with a 4.2-star rating from 14 reviews.
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