Best Campgrounds near Tiger, GA

Camping options around Tiger, Georgia include established state and federal campgrounds nestled in the mountainous terrain of northern Georgia. Black Rock Mountain State Park, Georgia's highest state park at 3,640 feet elevation, serves as a centerpiece for camping in the region, offering tent and RV sites with varying hookup options. The Chattahoochee National Forest surrounds the area with additional camping areas like Tallulah River Campground. Most campgrounds provide accommodation for tents, RVs, and some offer cabin rentals, particularly at Tallulah Gorge State Park and Unicoi State Park & Lodge, located within 30 minutes of Tiger.

Access roads to many campgrounds require careful navigation, especially those leading to mountaintop sites like Black Rock Mountain. "The road going up to the campground is narrow and winding and certainly not for the faint of heart," noted one camper who visited Black Rock Mountain. Weather conditions vary significantly with elevation, often providing cooler temperatures at higher elevations even during summer months. Most established campgrounds in the area maintain seasonal operations, with some like Black Rock Mountain State Park closing during winter months (mid-December through mid-March). Cell service is surprisingly good at many sites despite the mountainous terrain, though visitors should verify availability for their specific carrier.

Campers consistently highlight the scenic mountain views as a primary attraction of the region's campgrounds. Several sites offer panoramic vistas, particularly those at higher elevations. A visitor to Black Rock Mountain mentioned, "The views are where it's at. At the welcome center, on the trails, day or night, they are absolutely breathtaking." Proximity to water features adds to the appeal, with Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area and Moccasin Creek State Park providing lakefront camping options. Bathhouse facilities receive positive reviews at most established campgrounds, particularly at Black Rock Mountain where campers noted exceptionally clean facilities. For those seeking more solitude, the backcountry camping sites accessible via hiking trails provide greater privacy and separation from neighboring campers, though with more limited amenities than developed campgrounds.

Best Camping Sites Near Tiger, Georgia (566)

    1. Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Tallulah Falls, GA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 754-7981

    $36 - $45 / night

    "Tallulah Gorge is located in the far north east corner of Georgia. The campground is pretty tight, and difficult to maneuver with a large RV."

    "It’s perfectly situated to visit all the cute towns in northern Georgia and they have well maintained sites, hiking trails, and a swim beach not far."

    2. Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground

    57 Reviews
    Rabun Gap, GA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 746-2141

    $20 - $255 / night

    "We chatted about travel and places to go not just her in Georgia but also around the United States."

    "The highest state park in Georgia has two general camping sections with power and water (and free cable if you're so inclined to hook up to watch TV)."

    3. River Falls at the Gorge

    22 Reviews
    Lakemont, GA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 754-0292

    "Located right on the River in Lakemont GA. This campground is in a perfect location next to lots of trails, waterfalls and amenities. The campground itself has an indoor and outdoor pool."

    "Full hook ups in A section and then plenty more around the camp ground that offer all but sewage.
    1 video of the gorge which is really close by and a nice hike"

    4. Moccasin Creek State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Tiger, GA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 947-3194

    $40 - $45 / night

    "We stayed in site 5 which is close to bathrooms but not too close. We had a beautiful view of the lake and our site was right next to the river."

    "Its right next to the trout hatchery and Lake Burton so you have great access to recreation on the water."

    5. Unicoi State Park & Lodge

    50 Reviews
    Helen, GA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 878-2201

    "The tent camp site was good, bathrooms and water were a close walking distance.
    We picked this state park for all the activities. We took archery lessons and did the zip line course."

    "Nestled in pristine North Georgia mountains. Good for single, family or even group campers. Close to a wonderful Bavarian town know as Helen Georgia."

    6. Oconee State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Tamassee, SC
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (864) 638-5353

    "There are primitive, walk-in sites that had the benefit of added privacy, but with 3 little kids, bathroom proximity was a higher priority this time around. "

    "There are multiple cabins scattered around the lake but they are a good distance apart from each other so you won't be disturbed by your neighbors."

    7. Willow Valley RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Mountain City, GA
    7 miles
    Website

    $59 - $89 / night

    "Many things to do around town close by"

    "Reasonable size dog park, dog walk and outside dog bath. Lots of trees, very clean and trash pickup at your site."

    8. Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area

    8 Reviews
    Lakemont, GA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 782-6798

    $26 - $80 / night

    "It is next to a hill so it is easy to find wood for the bonfire. It is very close to the entrance and the bathroom."

    "We had a wonderful camping trip at Lake Rabun. The campground was fairly empty when we went (a weekend in late August). There are two separate camping areas."

    9. Standing Indian Campground

    19 Reviews
    Otto, NC
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (828) 524-6441

    $26 - $100 / night

    "The entrance to this park is right across the street to an entrance to the Appalachian Trail. A beautiful trout stream runs through the park, close to all the campsites."

    "Our site was about 30 feet away from the Nantahala river. The bathrooms and showers were spotless. Keep in mind that it’s far from any store or restaurant so bring food along. No cell service."

    10. Tallulah River Campground — Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest

    7 Reviews
    Rabun Gap, GA
    8 miles
    +1 (706) 754-6221

    $15 / night

    "It’s first come first serve, but we were able to drive in Thursday night at 6pm and get site 6, right on the river (the whole camp was about 40% full). Bathrooms are a short walk from all sites."

    "I love it because you can camp right next to the Tallulah river and still feel out in nature, while having covered bathrooms, water pump access, and a town 15 mins away for supplies."

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Recent Reviews near Tiger, GA

2213 Reviews of 566 Tiger Campgrounds


  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Grumpy Bear Campground

    Nice but small

    The attraction here is the river. It is absolutely gorgeous. Riverside are small and close together.

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Lake Santeetlah Dispersed

    Lake view but live in campers

    So there’s another site on Dyrt with the same name however it’s on the other side of the lake. Both sites are full of mainly people who live here it appears. Tents and tarps all along the river. Not a lot of drive in spots mainly tent walk ins. We showed up pretty late so not a spot but like I said. The campers looked like they lived in the majority of the spots. Zero signal at both areas for Verizon and T-Mobile. The road like most around here was beautiful driving in. The next nearby free dispersed spot is long hungry dog camp(I left a review on there for anyone needing it!)

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Lake Santeelah Dispersed

    Two seperate areas

    So there’s another site on Dyrt with the same name however it’s on the other side of the lake. Both sites are full of mainly people who live here it appears. Tents and tarps all along the river. Not a lot of drive in spots mainly tent walk ins. We showed up pretty late so not a spot but like I said. The campers looked like they lived in the majority of the spots. Zero signal at both areas for Verizon and T-Mobile. The road like most around here was beautiful driving in. The next nearby free dispersed spot is long hungry dog camp(I left a review on there for anyone needing it!)

  • George M.
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Mulky Campground

    Great location for fishing

    A lot of the campsites are right on the water, so it's super easy to fish. But if you want something more private, there are also some secluded spots up the road.

  • Aly E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Long Hungry Road Dispersed Campsites

    Trash..

    This area was easy to find with Apple Maps and T-Mobile and Verizon had signal. When we drove in it was around 9pm in a Saturday night and all sites was taken with what looked like people living there. And the road dead ends. All along the water. Tents and tarps everywhere. We found one spot not on the water and set up. Fire rings and picnic tables are at every spot. But when I woke up and it wasn't pitch black my heart broke. There was bags of trash and litter everywhere around us and tossed in the forest around us. The forest had a lot of thorns but I was able to get three large kitchen bags of trash out. From propane tanks to over twenty cans of food. Just tossed into the woods. We camp all over the United States, and this is our first place close to home and it broke my heart to see how our state treats these beautiful places. Please don't come if you don't appreciate nature enough to not use it as your trash can.

    So on Dyrt there's two sites with this name and same gps but you can follow around the lake and find the other one. Both areas are a lot alike. But definitely more fit for tent camping on the water. Park by the road and walk down sites so none fit for us since we camp in the truck. The sites all looked like the other areas around here where people very much lived there and never left, so not one site at either camping area was open.

  • Ethan H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Tugaloo State Park Campground

    Extremely crowded

    This campground was not fully booked, yet most campsites were maxed out with people in each one so it felt extremely busy with lots of partying-like noise. Lots of vehicle/ golf cart/ sxs traffic throughout grounds and past our campsite at all hours. Only a few campsites offer a little bit of privacy, most have none. Lots of pictures that show waterfront property can be deceiving. Bathrooms were big and very clean, and all staff were friendly.

  • Jacquelyn I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Chattooga River Lodge and Campground

    Connect with nature

    This was my first stop traveling and my converted short bus. I have been here before so I felt super comfortable being here. But I have never can’t. I am at campsite six which is perfect for a smaller rig or take camping. It’s right along the creek and very private with a short walk to the bathhouse. Through a fun trail you can make it to the lodge. This campground is surrounded by many places to hike and scenic waterfalls. It’s a must stay. The owners Mat and Teresa are amazing.

  • s
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Smoky Mountain Meadows Campground

    Worst experience ever

    Absolutely the worst advertised campground I’ve ever been to in my life. They stated it was“riverside” ummmm nooooo!!! It’s basically a big open field with absolutely no privacy or shade. Picture Woodstock. The“barely there stream of water” was covered by trees at the campsite and there was basically just a huge mound of dirt where they told us to set up. We asked for a different spot and they said they were full. We paid SIXTY SIX dollars for this tent camping experience on the river!! We asked for a refund and they refused(otherwise, I wouldn’t have left a review at all. They should have made it right.) We luckily found a beautiful spot at Deep Creek Campground otherwise we would have had to drive two hours home!!! Do.not.be.scammed.

  • K
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Black Forest Family Camping Resort

    Great campground!

    As a solo traveler that doesn’t like excessive noise or want to be near kids, I just wanted peace and quiet to relax and listen to the sounds of nature. The owner, Jeanie(hopefully I’m spelling that right) understood completely and was sure to put me in a site where she knew the surrounding sites would be empty for the entirety of my stay and she was sure not to book anyone near me. Yes, the sites are fairly close together, but I stayed during the week and was able to enjoy most of the place to myself ….or at least the area of the campground that I was in. When I extended my stay an extra night, she was sure to warn me that there was a family with kids coming that night and that they’d be in my vicinity. I couldn’t have asked for a better campground host! She had all the info on waterfalls in the area which minimized my planning time/time staring at my phone. And the fact that the place is all pea gravel really makes a difference! It rained the first couple days I was there and my tent wasn’t a muddy mess which is always a plus!

    The bathrooms and showers were clean and the camp store had just about everything you could possibly need in a pinch. Firewood and ice were priced fairly, making it very convenient if you forgot to grab either one while you were out for the day. Will definitely be back! Actually, I can’t wait to go back!


Guide to Tiger

Camping options near Tiger, Georgia offer unique recreation and lodging experiences within the mountainous terrain of northeastern Georgia. Located at elevations ranging from 1,600 to 3,640 feet, the region's campgrounds benefit from cooler temperatures, even in summer months when temperatures can be 10-15 degrees lower than surrounding lowland areas. The higher elevation campgrounds often provide access to trout-filled streams and hiking trails connecting to the Appalachian Trail system.

What to do

Hiking to waterfalls: Tallulah Gorge State Park offers access to the gorge floor with proper permits. "We hiked down to the gorge and all of the rim trails, but we were disappointed to not be able to do the Sliding Rock Trail. We called ahead and the gorge floor/Sliding Rock Trail were supposed to be closed for water release," shared Jessica A. at Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground.

Tubing river currents: River Falls at the Gorge campground provides on-site tubing opportunities. "Everyday the river changes because of the dam upstream. Sometimes it's almost a trickle and you can venture out on the huge rocks and other times it's almost a whitewater adventure although still safe for tubing," according to Ron K. at River Falls at the Gorge.

Fishing for trout: The Tallulah River is regularly stocked with rainbow trout. "The other great thing about this spot is the trout fishing. It is regularly stocked with rainbows and makes for some beautiful Landscape while fishing," explains Sean M. who camps at Tallulah River Campground. Moccasin Creek offers a special fishing area for specific groups: "They have a stream they stock with trout for kids 12 and under and seniors 65 and older," notes Joshua G.

What campers like

Privacy of primitive sites: Black Rock Mountain State Park offers walk-in tent camping with increased seclusion. "We stayed in one of the tent-only, walk-in sites. Once we got to our site, it was awesome. The pad was in great shape, flat, clean and plenty large enough for our 9-person tent and all our gear. Other campsites could barely be seen through the woods so it felt very private and secluded," reports Mark D. at Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground.

Clean bathroom facilities: Oconee State Park maintains well-kept facilities. "Bathrooms were always clean and seem to have been recently redone. Sites were small but not overly so," notes Jay B. who visited the park, adding that "park staff came around twice a day to pick up trash, very nice."

Riverfront campsites: Many campers value sites adjacent to flowing water. "We chose site A10 right by the Tallulah River. Loved the river right behind us," explains Todd L. from River Falls at the Gorge. At Tallulah River Campground, campers appreciate "that we were able to get one next to the river. It was very quiet, even during the day."

What you should know

Road access challenges: Some campgrounds require careful driving on narrow mountain roads. "The road to this campground is very narrow, the hill is very steep, and there is at least one very tight hairpin turn," warns John K. about Standing Indian Campground. At River Falls at the Gorge, a camper noted "Only complaint was the lack of water pressure at our site. I ended up using the water pump to supplement for the shower."

Temperature variations: Higher elevation campgrounds experience significant temperature swings. "We could hear the stream from our site at night. Exactly what we were looking for... The valley is cool at night. The river warmer than you'd expect," observes Ron K. about River Falls at the Gorge.

Reservation vs. first-come sites: Some campgrounds operate on a first-come basis only. "Campground is first come first serve. Potable water available," states Cindy K. about Tallulah River Campground. She adds, "Great spot for those looking to get off the grid. Camped right along the river."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly fishing access: Moccasin Creek State Park offers specially designated fishing areas. "This campground is very kid friendly. They have a stream they stock with trout for kids 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. This park is a great place to allow kids to get into fishing and feel like they have accomplished something," explains Joshua G. at Moccasin Creek State Park Campground.

Recreation amenities: Some campgrounds provide substantial on-site activities. At Willow Valley RV Resort, "There are many activities to keep family members occupied, including a playground, basketball, corn hole, soccer nets, community fire pit (you can rent a private firepit), and in-season, a pool," according to Lee D.

Trail difficulty considerations: Be careful about trail selections with younger children. "The Tennessee Rock trail seems to be the most popular, but let me warn you -- it was NOT as easy as we expected. My youngest kid and my wife turned around and went back," cautions Mark D. about Black Rock Mountain State Park.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Many mountain campgrounds feature uneven terrain. At Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area, "Pavement in the campground is a bit worn, but shouldn't hinder getting around with any kind of vehicle. The road to the campground from Lakemont/441, Lake Rabun Road, is very narrow and has some tight curves so be aware of this if you have a camper or anything larger than a Sprinter van," advises Todd C.

Site selection for larger rigs: At River Falls at the Gorge, "Sites are a little tight on the river. Probably 20' wide but still beautiful because of the footage on the river," notes Ron K. Another camper recommends: "Large sites. VERY reasonable rates... So good, I almost didn't want to tell everyone with this review."

WiFi connectivity: Unlike many remote campgrounds, Willow Valley RV Resort offers strong connectivity. "Best internet anywhere around," according to Nicole-Marie B., who stayed there. Another camper confirmed: "Full hookups, great cell phones signal, Verizon and AT&T works really good, clean and modern laundry."

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you rent RVs in Tiger, Georgia for weekend getaways?

Yes, you can rent RVs for weekend getaways in the Tiger area, though you may need to arrange rentals from nearby larger towns. Once you have an RV, there are excellent destinations nearby. Tugaloo State Park Campground on the Georgia-South Carolina line offers spacious campsites with plenty of trees and nature, plus great boat ramps and water access. For a mountain experience, Moccasin Creek State Park Campground provides convenient bath houses and proximity to hiking trails. Local RV dealerships, online rental platforms, and some campgrounds may offer rental services, but it's best to book well in advance, especially during peak seasons.

What are the best RV parks in Tiger, Georgia?

The Tiger, Georgia area offers several excellent RV parks. Don Carter State Park Campground is highly rated with spacious sites set far apart, many near Lake Lanier's shoreline. The park is exceptionally clean and perfect for RVs. Another great option is The Point at Lake Hartwell, which features lakefront property, private boat docks, and is just minutes from amenities. While not directly in Tiger, nearby Willow Valley RV Resort and Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground also offer excellent RV accommodations within a short drive.

What camping is available near Tiger, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Tiger, GA offers a wide range of camping options, with 566 campgrounds and RV parks near Tiger, GA and 55 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Tiger, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Tiger, GA is Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 67 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Tiger, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 55 free dispersed camping spots near Tiger, GA.

What parks are near Tiger, GA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 parks near Tiger, GA that allow camping, notably Nantahala National Forest and Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests.