The camping sites near Wildwood, Georgia cluster around West Point Lake, a 25,900-acre reservoir with over 500 miles of shoreline. Most campgrounds in this area sit at elevations between 600-700 feet above sea level, creating moderate terrain for both tent and RV campers. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-55°F while summer months average 70-90°F with high humidity.
What to do
Waterfront activities: R. Shaefer Heard Campground offers prime lake access for boating, fishing, and swimming. "The sites are fairly large and vary from mostly shaded to full sun. All sights have access to the lake, but this campground also has a day use area with a beachy type area if you find your site to rocky, or mucky," notes Jamie H.
Nature trails: Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground features several marked hiking trails accessible directly from camping areas. "Many gorgeous hiking trails, several starting from the camping area. The visitor center has a real cool shop and the staff are always friendly and helpful," reports Katie A.
Wildlife viewing: Amity Campground includes a nature trail with boardwalks over marsh areas ideal for spotting wildlife. "There is a nature trail within the campground that 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. There's a good chance you'll see turtles and frogs," explains Dorraine S.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: R. Shaefer Heard Campground receives praise for its site layout and separation. "If you value privacy, you'll love the layout: each site is tucked deep into the woods, with excellent space and seclusion," according to Denis P.
Waterfront access: Whitetail Ridge Campground sites offer direct lake access valued by campers. "We have been looking for a water view, with cell phone signal, in order to be able to work from the camper. Bingo! We are at camp site 35, which is in a cove and I'm not complaining of working from the hammock, overlooking West Point," shares Richard U.
Clean facilities: Holiday Campground maintains well-kept grounds with water access. "We picked this randomly at 8pm driving through Lagrange Ga. The site was #7, the price was $14 thru Reservation.com. We were very impressed by the large beautifully wooded sites all with lake access. Very clean, very calming," writes Judith P.
What you should know
Gate closure hours: Whitetail Ridge Campground implements strict vehicle access hours. "Gates close for cars at 10pm and reopen at 7am. Felt safe," notes Des L. Similarly, R. Shaefer Heard locks gates from 10 PM to 8 AM with no exceptions unless the elderly host personally deems your emergency worthy.
Bathroom conditions vary: Facilities at R. Shaefer Heard face criticism. "The bathhouses are something out of a post-apocalyptic travel journal— rusted fixtures, broken tiles, and enough cockroaches and spiders to start a nature documentary," reports Denis P.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance booking, especially during summer months. For Franklin D Roosevelt State Park, one camper advises: "First time I came here, I was about 12 years old. I returned when I bought my first camper at 34 years old and wanted to test it out for the first time."
Site selection matters: Campsite quality varies significantly within the same campground. At Pyne Road Park, "site 19 was a pull thru site, like most here. Check in was easy called the number on the office the camp host confirmed my site and met us there," according to Daniel R.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly water access: Holiday Campground offers group sites with water proximity. "We had one of the group sites that had 10 spots total, and used the 5 trailer sites. 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. All of the kids really liked being able to kayak and fish from the campsites," explains Jeremy N.
Playgrounds and recreation: Most lakeside campgrounds include play areas. At Franklin D Roosevelt State Park, one visitor noted: "Clean bathrooms, lots of shade, fresh water pump and electric at our site. Not much privacy but the lake is beautiful and you can rent boats, plus lots of hiking and history around."
Swimming options: Lake access provides natural swimming areas at most campgrounds. At R. Shaefer Heard, "we stayed at site 96 and we tent camped. The spot was recommended in another review and it was wonderful. Right beside the water so the kids were able to play in the water most of the time. My family enjoyed it and it was our first camping trip," shares Justin W.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Pine Mountain RV Resort offers concrete pads in some areas but not all. "The RV sites near the pool are concrete pads and well spaced out. The sites below the pool area are a little tighter and un-level and our lot was covered in ants," warns Brittany.
Electrical capacity: 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."
Site measurements: R. Shaefer Heard has size restrictions for larger rigs. "Most all are concrete pads and level but if your camper is over 25' or so length may cause a problem," notes Ward.
