Best Campgrounds near Whitesburg, GA

Campgrounds near Whitesburg, Georgia cluster along the Chattahoochee River corridor, offering a range of camping experiences from primitive tent sites to full-service RV accommodations. McIntosh Reserve Park provides riverfront camping with picnic tables and fire pits in a first-come, first-served arrangement, while Chattahoochee Bend State Park features both RV sites with hookups and platform tent camping areas. Several campgrounds, including Banning Mills Treehouses, offer cabin and glamping options for those seeking alternatives to traditional tent camping. Most camping areas in the region are within 20 miles of Whitesburg, providing easy access to the town's amenities.

Road conditions throughout the camping areas remain accessible year-round with most campgrounds maintaining gravel or paved entrance roads. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F, making spring and fall particularly popular for camping. Many sites at McIntosh Reserve Park lack electrical hookups but offer water access and portable toilets near the camping areas, while developed campgrounds like Chattahoochee Bend provide shower facilities and full hookups for RVs. Cell service can be limited at river campsites, particularly in more remote areas. Permits and fees vary by location, with most established campgrounds charging $20-30 per night for tent sites and $30-45 for RV sites with hookups. According to one visitor, "McIntosh Reserve has decent getaway sites only 10 minutes from Historic Banning Mills. No power, and only saw one tap for running water, but is a good spot if you are self-sufficient."

River access constitutes a primary draw for campers in the Whitesburg area, with multiple sites offering direct frontage on the Chattahoochee. Several visitors mentioned the sound of flowing water from rapids near the campsites at McIntosh Reserve Park as a highlight of their experience. The camping layout at McIntosh Reserve falls somewhere between dispersed camping and a traditional campground, with sites spread out along the riverbank providing more privacy than typical developed campgrounds. Fishermen particularly appreciate the river access, though swimming is prohibited in many areas due to strong currents. Banning Mills receives consistently high ratings for its unique treehouse accommodations, with one camper noting that "it took us about 6 months to get in here" due to high demand. Many camping areas feature hiking trails with Chattahoochee Bend offering several miles of riverside paths through lush forest.

Best Camping Sites Near Whitesburg, Georgia (107)

    1. Chattahoochee Bend State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Whitesburg, GA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 254-7271

    $11 - $215 / night

    "The other campgrounds are away from the river back in the woods. The tent sites are a bit too close together for my liking."

    "The trails are well marked and easy to follow. The river is beautiful and the overlook towers were a nice touch. Being able to lay in the hammock right next to the water was perfect."

    2. McIntosh Reserve Park

    11 Reviews
    Whitesburg, GA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 830-5879

    "We live close by so for a night trip this is a perfect little getaway."

    "I cleaned up a bit of trash around my site when I arrived. The camp host drove around selling firewood."

    3. Little Tallapoosa Park

    15 Reviews
    Carrollton, GA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 214-3580

    $40 - $50 / night

    "Check in is easy, either call and leave a deposit or drive up and pay. They let you peruse the sites before paying which was nice."

    "Has nice paved walking/bike trails and well kept natural trails. One trail follows the Tallapoosa River with areas that have benches. Pond and lake are a bust for fishing."

    4. John Tanner Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Carrollton, GA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 830-2222

    $27 - $40 / night

    "They have two small lakes with a swim/picnic area on larger lake. Fishing and non-motor boating on both. There are paved and non-paved walking paths."

    "Pioneer is up the hill from the main Rv campground and there is a little trail you can drive up - a car can make it but recommend a truck. Pioneer is spacious and all to yourself."

    5. Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Lithia Springs, GA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (770) 732-5871

    $28 - $100 / night

    "There's several yurts and 5 walk-in tent sites. Yes, some of the reviews here are confusing this park with another. There's NO RV or TRAILER camping here. "

    "15 miles West of Atlanta, Ga off I20 Sweetwater Creek State Park offers history, trails, water activities and peace and quiet."

    6. Banning Mills Treehouses

    1 Review
    Whitesburg, GA
    3 miles
    Website

    $99 - $204 / night

    "If you don't have a key your not driving in. All the campsites are set back in the woods at different elevations and really cool. It took us about 6 months to get in here. Long waiting list."

    7. Bush Head Shoals Park

    5 Reviews
    Franklin, GA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (678) 416-6350

    $20 / night

    "There is a nice hiking trail right across from site 1. There were plenty of trees around the sites to hang hammocks. They have 2 vault toilets, which are lit at night which is nice."

    8. Park At The Farm!

    1 Review
    Chattahoochee Hills, GA
    11 miles

    $28 / night

    9. South Oaks RV & Mobile Home Park

    7 Reviews
    Palmetto, GA
    16 miles
    +1 (770) 463-3070

    "However, there were quite a few confederate flags flying around, and there were not many other people of color in the area. There were never any issues."

    10. Llamas on the Loose Farm

    2 Reviews
    Villa Rica, GA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (470) 338-6105

    $25 - $35 / night

    "We camped right next to the lower field with a llamas, a pot belly pig and goats. It was so great to be able to look out the windows and see all of them."

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718 Reviews of 107 Whitesburg Campgrounds


  • Sarah H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Clark Creek South Campground

    Rules not enforced

    The sites are very small and very close together. The lake does have beautiful views. I give 1 star because no rules are enforced. There was no quiet time for us. People were partying, loud music, yelling, being loud up to 3/4am. Both Friday and Saturday nights. It was so bad Friday night that we went to the local Dollar Tree for EAR PLUGS so we could sleep Saturday night. The gate is locked at 10pm however the gate will let you out. A camper below us went to the gate about 11pm and let 2 other cars in. 1 vehicle went out, 3 come in. No rules are enforced. We do not recommend it. The host site is an eye sore. It needs to be cleaned up. It's such a mess! The lake is so beautiful, though.

  • Brittany B.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Clark Creek South Campground

    Great view of the Lake

    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. It was nice waking up to view of Lake Allatoona. Lady at the gate was rude when checking in so make sure to “READ the sign!” Other than that bathrooms were clean and they have laundry and hot water showers. Will most likely be back!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Winding Waters RV Resort

    Labor Day Weekend Glamping

    We booked Friday through Sunday of Labor Day weekend. We arrived after hours on Friday, and our check-in packet was prepared and ready for us when we arrived. No problems checking in and getting hooked up.

    The RV park is enormous, new and extremely well-kept. Our spot was next to the Etowah River and was one of the few that is on gravel and not concrete. The few gravel lots are among the quietest of this very busy place.

    There are plenty of things to do for a family...lazy river pool, pickle ball, etc. There are kids, electric scooters, electric everything flying around the park morning to evening. It's not necessarily a problem so long as you know what to expect. This is a less quiet place than many others that we have stayed at.

    Lots of investment in 5G WiFi towers, but WiFi is not terribly good. I opted to pull out my StarLink for a better, high bandwidth connection.

    My wife and I travel with e-bikes, so we were glad that it was easy to get to southern Cartersville in about 3 miles and to the Cooper's Furnace Day Area also in about 3 miles.

    Overall, and great place as long as you know you're signing up for a pretty active RV resort geared toward lots of family activity. Not particularly quiet. I'll come back... really enjoyed the cleanliness, order and adherence to strict rules.

  • Stephanie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Misfit Mountain

    Cute off grid cabin

    We had a great experience here! It is such a cute cabin with everything you need including a luxurious outdoor shower and composting toilet. The trails on the property looked nice and well maintained but we unfortunately didn’t get a chance to try them. I would just recommend texting the host before showing up as it can be tricky to find and she has some additional info that’s useful.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 9, 2025

    Tallapoosa River RV and Outdoor Center

    Well maintianes and all the needs

    This was a quick overnight stop for us. It was very clean and well maintained with a variety of options - small cabins , RV hookups and tent sites all along a river.

    There is a convenient bathroom for the night time and a large boathouse by the office with four family style bathrooms with showers and all the needs.

    Lots of activities as it is along a quiet river nothing big- canoe and kayak and pickle ball as well.

  • Zoey T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Sky Mtwy Dispersed

    Beautiful remote place to set up for the night

    It took us a bit to get here. Google maps tries to send you a way that doesn’t exist. Stay on Campbell rd until you are in the park on a gravel / dirt road and then keep driving. For being a gravel dirt road it’s pretty well maintained. The pull offs for van camping are limited and extremely dispersed off the multiple dirt roads. Some going very deep in the Forrest. We found a great pull through one on the left across from the fire watch tower. Limited to no trash. Beautiful piney woods. Plenty of wood. Completely quiet. Maybe 3 cars pulled past all day. Some cell service. Plenty of trails to hike.


Guide to Whitesburg

Camping options around Whitesburg, Georgia concentrate in a 20-mile radius along the Chattahoochee River with elevations ranging from 700 to 900 feet above sea level. The region experiences moderate humidity with winter temperatures typically between 30-50°F, making off-season camping viable for those prepared for occasional frost. Several campgrounds offer primitive sites with direct river access for anglers and paddlers.

What to do

Hiking trails: 5.7-mile trail at Chattahoochee Bend State Park: "Not a bad walk, super up and down but not overly exhausting. Backcountry 21 is the best spot if you get to choose," notes Kyle S. The park features several looping paths with limited elevation changes.

Paddling opportunities: The Chattahoochee River corridor provides multiple access points for kayaking. A camper at Bush Head Shoals Park mentions, "We camped 3 nights and also rented a Kayak. We floated and hiked and had an amazing time." This site offers both camping and river equipment rentals.

Kid-friendly recreation: Some sites offer built-in activities beyond camping. "There is a playground, a beach for swimming, paved trails along the beach, backcountry trails, snow cones and putt putt!" says one visitor about John Tanner Park Campground. The splash pad is particularly popular during summer months.

Wildlife viewing: The river corridor supports diverse wildlife. At Bush Head Shoals Park, a camper notes, "Almost every time I camp here I see a bald eagle flying over the river." Morning hours offer the best viewing opportunities for birds.

What campers like

River sounds: Many campers enjoy the natural soundscape. A visitor to McIntosh Reserve Park notes, "There is a small rapid that stretches across the river near sites 1-10, so you get that nice water flowing sound to fall asleep to!" These water features provide both acoustic ambiance and visual interest.

Semi-private sites: Several campgrounds offer more spacious layouts than typical developed areas. "We managed to find a very private area all to ourselves," writes a McIntosh Reserve camper. Another mentions, "The camping layout falls somewhere between dispersed camping and a traditional campground."

Clean facilities: While amenities vary widely, several campgrounds maintain high standards. At Little Tallapoosa Park, a visitor notes, "Everything is well maintained from the roads, campsites, unpaved trails, and bathrooms. I was impressed with how clean everything was despite being a campground."

Unique accommodation options: Beyond traditional campsites, unusual stays attract visitors. "We camped on the raised platforms by the river," explains a Chattahoochee Bend camper, referring to the park's wooden tent platforms that provide a different camping experience.

What you should know

Reservation systems vary: Many campgrounds operate on different booking models. "Camping is first come first served basis, no reservations. $20 per night, parking for one vehicle included. Extra vehicles require $5 parking pass per day," explains a visitor to McIntosh Reserve Park.

Limited hookups at primitive sites: Water and electric access varies significantly. "No power, and only saw one tap for running water, but is a good spot if you are self-sufficient," notes a McIntosh Reserve camper. Pack accordingly for sites without full amenities.

Cell service inconsistency: Connectivity varies by campground and carrier. While many sites have reasonable coverage, remote river locations may have limited service.

Swimming restrictions: Despite riverfront locations, swimming isn't universally permitted. "There are many signs prohibiting swimming in the river due to the strong current," explains a camper at McIntosh Reserve. "There is no beach and in most places, the river bank is steep."

Tips for camping with families

Look for integrated amenities: Some campgrounds near Whitesburg offer multiple recreation options. A visitor to John Tanner Park Campground shares, "Lots of great hiking. 2 playgrounds were open. Playgrounds are brand new or at least they look brand new. I am 225 lbs and I played on all the equipment with my daughter."

Consider platform camping: Chattahoochee Bend's platform sites offer a different experience. "Platform sites are super nice. Short walk into the sites, right beside a river. Not much privacy between platforms but every time we have been it hasn't been full or crowded," notes Jessica D.

Farm camping options: For a unique experience, consider animal-focused sites. A visitor to Llamas on the Loose Farm shares, "We camped right next to the lower field with llamas, a pot belly pig and goats. It was so great to be able to look out the windows and see all of them."

Check bathroom facilities: Bathroom quality varies widely. At John Tanner Park, one camper noted, "The bathrooms were cleaner than my bathroom at home. The dogs loved the hiking and the river is beautiful with the fall colors."

Tips from RVers

Site spacing considerations: RV sites offer varying degrees of privacy. At Little Tallapoosa Park, a camper noted, "This is a smaller park, but the sites are spread out well. Super quiet, lots of trails to follow - including paved ones."

Consider pull-through availability: Some campgrounds offer easier access. "We loved our spot especially #103 in Campground 1, lots of privacy for our 21ft Lance TT. Backing in was not difficult even though we had to raise the right tire 3" to be level," shares a Chattahoochee Bend visitor.

Dump station locations: Not all parks offer full sewage hookups. A John Tanner Park visitor notes, "Great county park. Has tent and under 28' ft rv (red) sites and yellow above 28' ft rv sites. Includes pull through and back in sites. Bathhouses are kept clean... Only reason for 4 stars is there is no septic, just a dump station."

Electric options vary: Check amperage before booking. "We just bought our first RV and it was a 22 foot Class C. Drive through spot for our RV with 50AMP, 30AMP, water and dump service," shares a Chattahoochee Bend camper about their experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there free dispersed camping options around Whitesburg?

Free dispersed camping options near Whitesburg are limited, but possibilities exist for budget-conscious campers. Coleman Lake Rec Area in the Talladega National Forest offers a remote experience with minimal amenities at reasonable rates. While not free, it provides an authentic dispersed feel without the crowds. For those willing to travel a bit further, the Chattahoochee National Forest has designated dispersed camping areas following Forest Service regulations. Remember that true dispersed camping requires following Leave No Trace principles, carrying out all waste, and camping at least 100-200 feet from water sources. Always check with local ranger districts for current regulations before setting up camp.

What are the best camping spots near Whitesburg, KY?

Near Whitesburg, you'll find several excellent camping options. McIntosh Reserve Park offers drive-in sites with water hookups, restroom facilities, and is accommodating for larger RVs. Banning Mills Treehouses provides a unique camping experience with treehouse accommodations for those seeking something different from traditional tent or RV camping. Both locations are easily accessible from Whitesburg and offer scenic surroundings with various amenities. For campers willing to drive a bit farther, John Tanner Park offers waterfront sites with multiple access options, including boat-in camping.

What outdoor activities are available near Whitesburg camping areas?

The Whitesburg area offers diverse outdoor activities for campers. Hiking enthusiasts can explore trails at Sweetwater Creek State Park Campground, featuring scenic paths through forests and along waterways. Water recreation thrives at COE West Point Lake R Shaefer Heard Campground, which provides access to the 29,000-acre West Point Lake with 525 miles of shoreline perfect for fishing, boating, and swimming. Mountain biking opportunities are available on converted rail trails like the Chief Ladiga Trail, which connects to the Silver Comet Trail. Wildlife viewing, bird watching, and photography are popular throughout the region, particularly in the early morning and evening hours when animals are most active.