4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
R. Shaefer Heard Campground allows pets at all 117 waterfront or water-view sites on West Point Lake. Campsites are spacious with ample privacy, featuring water and electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. Holiday Campground and Whitetail Ridge Campground also welcome pets with similar amenities. Campers consistently note the clean facilities and well-maintained grounds. Sites are large enough to accommodate pets comfortably, with many directly on the lake offering easy water access for dogs. Most campgrounds in the area feature paved roads ideal for dog walking. The sites spread out around the lake provide good separation between neighbors, allowing pets space to relax without disturbing other campers.
West Point Lake's 525 miles of shoreline offers numerous dog-friendly areas for swimming and play. Several campgrounds provide direct water access from sites, perfect for pets who enjoy swimming. Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, located near Pine Mountain, features pet-friendly cabins in addition to tent and RV sites. The park's extensive trail system accommodates dogs on leashes. Gates at R. Shaefer Heard Campground lock at 10:00 PM sharp, so evening dog walks must be completed before then. Local communities of West Point and LaGrange, both within 3.5 miles of most campgrounds, offer veterinary services and pet supply stores for any needs during your stay. Red clay at the lake bottom creates squishy footing—something to consider when letting dogs enter the water.
"The campground is located on West Point Lake, where bald eagles soar."
"We love West Point Lake."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $36 - $72 / night
"Very short walk to lake. Loop 1 sites are lake front and lake view but more close together than we like. Sites pretty level and gravel."
"We took our kayaks and used them in Lake Delanor. Our campsite was #312 and it accommodated our 22 ft camper well, had an additional large tent pad, a fire ring and picnic table."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $500 / night
"Almost all sites were on West Point lake or had lake views. Bath house was clean but a very long walk! They need a few more so it's not so far from some sites. We will be back!"
"Lovely campgrounds on Lake West Point, less campers and fewer, more spaced out lots. Great fun on the water during the spring and summer"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $36 - $72 / night
"The lake views were really nice, easy access to the water with our kayaks and floats. The mosquitoes were really horrible, but otherwise we really enjoyed our stay!"
"Great access to the water so getting our kayaks in and out of the water was very easy. The bathrooms were nice and very clean but there was no shower."
from $16 - $48 / night
"Amity is a ACOE park and is on West Point Lake. Big sites but smaller loops if you are taking an RV. 90+ sites available. Be sure to check out the dam!"
"Gorgeous lakeside sites with nice sloping grass down to water. Very peaceful. Restrooms were clean and well stocked. Reasonably priced under $30 for water and electric site."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $36 / night
"Site 1 has another site 15 feet behind it."
"Right on the lake!"
"Our whole family camped out there and enjoyed the close proximity to each other’s site. They’re right across from a larger shower house on one side and the waters edge on the other."
"They have really good access to the water and several folks have their boats anchored right by their site. I would definitely go back"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 - $310 / night
"True resort includes pool, hot tub, fitness room, activity building, laundry, multiple dog runs and bathhouses. Baths could use an update. There are yurts of all sizes and cabins too."
"Very close to Calloway Gardens, FDR State Park, and Animal Safari! Nice quiet and clean sites."
"This is a 458-acre wooded park on West Point Lake. There are 37 campsites, some primitive and some with electricity and water, with some site on the water's edge."
"We had a boat for the first 2 days which was nice easy access to the boat ramps. Last day we walked to the water from our site and had a great time."
"this small off the beaten path campgrounds has lots to offer for kids with a water park and skating rink attached to the property you don't even have to leave. my kids love the water wizz , reds roller"
from $36 / night
GuideWell, another review from Hank and I about three weeks ago in October we stayed at McIntosh reserve in Whitesburg Georgia. We stayed for a week. They have no power, but we have a solar generator and a regular generator they have water Spicket spread out sporadically throughout the park, they do have restrooms and a shower house. Very nice park. Very nice host.
ScoutQuiet, secluded and peaceful. Small pond to look at and walking trails around property. Would return
RangerWe stayed here in November 2020. Set near the Talladega National Forest, Frans has 8 sites and a 360 degree view. It is so quiet your ears hurt. All sites have a sun canopy for your tow vehicle or picnicking. There is no shower house or restrooms. The owners are RV’ers and have laid out the campsites facing west for fantastic sunsets. There are hiking trails on the property and even a trail-buggy you can schedule to use. A donation jar is available for guests who would like to contribute for the cost of operation. Daily, weekly, and a monthly rates are available. Some reviews (on other sites) might mention the road to the campsites being hard to negotiate. We had zero trouble up or down with our 55k pound 45’ Blue Bird. The website has a great list of things to do and see in the area.
ScoutWIND CREEK STATE PARK WE ARE SO THANKFUL FOR SUCH A NICE PARK!!
ScoutSite is a good size located on the shore of Lake Delano under trees. Great view. Fire ring and picnic table equipped. The temp is still hot and humid but there is a breeze which makes it bearable in the daytime, nights are cooler and comfortable. Plenty to explore with Pine Mountain Trail close by. Would stay here again. This site is water and electric only with dump station at entrance.
GuideWe needed a place to stay while visiting our daughter and her husband, who is stationed at Fort Benning. Cedar Trail was the only place we found that had a reasonable monthly rate not much for amenities, but a safe convenience place to stay. Sites are priced by the day the week or the month, so if you book 32 days that’s priced at the monthly rate plus one day not at a prorated monthly rate.
LegendThis is a typical park where not all sites are created equal. Some are paved, some are gravel. Some have 50 amp, some are 30-amp. Some are perfectly level and some have really steep grades. Some sites are pull-thru, some are back-in. Some are really long, some are much shorter. The roads in the campground are paved, free of potholes, and fairly easily navigable for big-rigs. All sites are pet-friendly and have water and electric. There are no sewer sites. Campsites 1-27 and 85-106 have 50-amp electric while the others are 30-amp. Some sites (40, 47, 50, 52, 65, 80, 84, 87, 89, 101) are “double-unit” (or buddy) sites which is reflective in the $60/night price. There are bathrooms scattered throughout the campground in each loop but there are only two shower houses in the entire campground. Sites 1-16 are perfectly level as are a few others. Reservations can be made online and the website has pictures and descriptions as well as length of site. The campground is very dark at night with the only lights being at the bathrooms. We love dark campgrounds where the moon and stars are bright. Unfortunately, numerous campers left their lights all night which we find really annoying. Our Verizon phone was very spotty and not reliable. We were able to use our portable Dish satellite to get television. There is a dump station located conveniently on your way out which is quite busy on Sundays at check out.
ScoutWhat a charming little place. Great showers houses, propane filling station, laundry on site and lots of tails to hike or ride ATV’s but my favorite part is the farm animals and the host. They are super sweet.
GuideA little hard to find but the facilities are very clean and the spots are well laid out. The pool is part of a water park which is only open seasonally, so check the dates if you are wanting to take a dip
R. Shaefer Heard Campground features 117 waterfront or water-view sites within the 26,000-acre West Point Lake system. Located in Georgia's Pine Mountain region with elevations ranging from 600-900 feet, this area experiences moderate temperatures averaging 72°F from spring through fall. The clay-rich red soil around West Point Lake creates distinctive shoreline conditions and affects water clarity, especially after rainfall.
Fishing from your campsite: Many sites at Amity Campground offer direct water access. "Deep water camp sites... you won't be disappointed," notes Rodney G. The campground provides "nice, quiet campground. Great views of the lake from most sites."
Bird watching on established trails: The Piedmont Plateau Birding Trail runs through several campgrounds. At Amity, "a nature trail within the campground leads to a marsh where there are duck, owl, and bluebird nest boxes. There are two long boardwalks where you can walk over the marsh."
Kayak in secluded coves: Launch directly from waterfront sites. "We were able to launch our kayaks right from our campsite and saw several others launch boats from theirs," reports Kara at Holiday Campground. Jamie H. adds, "it is never over crowded and its numerous coves make for pretty safe swimming and shoreline fishing."
Private camping areas: Sites at R. Shaefer Heard Campground offer seclusion. "If you value privacy, you'll love the layout: each site is tucked deep into the woods, with excellent space and seclusion," says Denis P. Another camper mentions, "Our site was in a cove with limited views of the lake."
Tent-friendly waterfront options: Several campgrounds accommodate tent campers with lake access. "We had spot 96 and we tent camped. The spot was wonderful. Right beside the water so the kids were able to play in the water most of the time," shares Justin W. about R. Shaefer Heard.
Late checkout policies: Some campgrounds offer extended departure times. Dianna B. appreciates that "Late checkout (3pm) was so nice" at R. Shaefer Heard Campground, allowing for a full final day of activities before packing up.
Gate closure times: R. Shaefer Heard enforces strict gate rules. "The gate is locked shut from 10 PM to 8 AM, no exceptions unless the elderly host personally deems your emergency worthy," cautions Denis P.
Seasonal water levels: Water access can change throughout the year. "The lake is down right now because they are repairing the dam so it was fun to walk along the banks," reports SJ W. at R. Shaefer Heard.
Variable bathroom facilities: Campground bathhouses vary in quality. At Franklin D Roosevelt State Park, "bathrooms are all spotless and each area has a camp host constantly cleaning," while other campgrounds have more basic facilities.
Recreation centers with children's activities: Some nearby facilities offer entertainment options. "This small off the beaten path campgrounds has lots to offer for kids with a water park and skating rink attached to the property you don't even have to leave," says Rodney G. about Three Creeks Campground.
Group camping for family reunions: Holiday Campground offers dedicated group areas. "We had one of the group sites that had 10 spots total... Our whole family camped out there and enjoyed the close proximity to each other's site," shares Jeremy N.
Kid-friendly programming: Some parks offer structured activities. Joshua H. at Franklin D Roosevelt State Park mentions, "They have a lot of stuff to do there. We fished and swam, they also had a scavenger hunt that you kids loved doing."
Site selection for big rigs: Not all sites accommodate larger vehicles. Ward explains at R. Shaefer Heard Campground: "Reserved out spot long in advance to get a spot on the lake, please do like all campgrounds all sites are not created equal. Most all are concrete pads and level but if your camper is over 25' or so length may cause a problem."
Power considerations: Some campgrounds have limited electrical capacity. At Pine Mountain RV Resort, "30 amp circuit was not adequate. The breaker continually tripped while using small kitchen appliances."
Pet-friendly amenities: For pet-friendly camping near West Point, Georgia, site layout matters. Liz H. appreciates Franklin D Roosevelt State Park: "Site 213 and 214. Beautiful wooded site lots of space between sites in this loop... with lots of room for our dogs." The concrete picnic tables and fire rings provide defined spaces for pets and owners.
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