1 campground with availability next weekend
Limited horse camping options exist near Wildwood, Georgia. None of the four campgrounds in the region—R. Shaefer Heard Campground, Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground, McIntosh Reserve Park, and Little Tallapoosa Park—feature dedicated horse corrals according to facility listings. Campsites at these locations accommodate tents, RVs, and in some cases cabins, but lack specific equestrian facilities. R. Shaefer Heard Campground on West Point Lake has spacious sites with water and electric hookups. The campground gates lock at 10 PM and reopen at 8 AM, requiring planning for those traveling with horses and trailers.
West Point Lake offers recreation opportunities for visitors to the area, though without dedicated equestrian trails documented in the data. Franklin D Roosevelt State Park does provide hiking trails that might permit horses on certain sections, but specific equestrian permissions are not confirmed. The campgrounds feature standard amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and restroom facilities. Travelers with horses should contact these campgrounds directly before arrival to inquire about temporary containment options, trailer parking areas, and potential access to nearby riding trails not specified in the available information. Some sites might accommodate portable corrals or high-line setups with advance permission from camp management.
"The campground is located on West Point Lake, where bald eagles soar."
"Great, quiet park with lots of walking and biking trails nearby. All the sites are wooded and spaced out so you don’t have any issues with privacy."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $36 - $72 / night
"Warm Springs and Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site is a short drive away. Calloway Gardens and a drive through animal park are all close by."
"This is park is just a few hours away from home so we stayed for a few days to camp and hike. I took my teardrop trailer and had site 315."
Available next weekend
from $12 - $500 / night
"I cleaned up a bit of trash around my site when I arrived. The camp host drove around selling firewood."
"We live close by so for a night trip this is a perfect little getaway."
"When we got there Friday afternoon we had a great view of the lake, but after 5:00 the place filled up quickly. If you want an unobstructed view of the lake you should rent a lakeside spot."
"We had lake front site #6. Had our kayak and small fishing boat at site shore. Our golden retrievers loved being at the water. Sites are very large with good space between them."
from $30 / night
"We stayed in the horse camp section because the RV area was full. They use the horse camp area as overflow. Plenty of space there with power and water."
"We stayed for the weekend so we would be close to relatives for a visit. The sites are nice and paved with full hookups. There was even a dish at are site for satellite. Nice paved trails for hiking."
from $25 - $50 / night
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.
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.
ScoutI have been to FDR 3 times in the last 3 years and I hope to come more frequently. I came here multiple times over 50 years ago and I find it as enjoyable now as I did then. The check in is always easy. It is quiet there and there is so much to do. The trails are great for hiking. The facilities are always clean.
Georgia state parks are always nice but this is my favorite.
GuideNice updated CCC corp campground. Large sites,level full hookup. Most if not all have a view of the lake. We are here on a Monday but very quiet .We are in an Airstream 28 foot but several large rigs , class A and 5th wheels Not close to full but I expect very busy in the summer and weekends. I would definitely make a reservation just 90 miles from Atlanta
LegendThis review is for an early winter stay. The 500 loop was beautiful, with tall pines dominating the flora and creating a serene setting. The sites on the outside of the loop are wonderful- large, private and forested; whereas the inner sites were facing the road in many cases. We had 505 and my parents had 515, and both were really good. We played in the forest a lot with the kids, building a shelter and climbing trees. There is a small playground in the 500 loop. The other camping loops didn't look quite as private. The park is super close to Callaway Gardens, so we were able to check in and get setup on Friday late afternoon and still get to see the Holiday Light show at Callaway, which is pricey but very cool and worth a one time experience. The state park itself is huge, spanning at least 15 miles with trails throughout. There is one trail that is over 20 miles. The lookout where FDR spent time and had a picnic spot was stunning. We also really enjoyed the Cascade Falls trail, which had several small waterfalls along the way. This park leaves little to be desired for a weekend camping getaway.
TravelerOur stay at F.D. Roosevelt Campground was a mix of beautiful nature and frustrating logistics.
📅 Reservation Issues One of the biggest challenges we experienced was trying to secure a campsite on short notice. The reservation system felt rigid — same-day bookings weren’t available online, which made planning last-minute trips difficult and stressful. The online reads like same day walk ups are non existent.
🚿 Cleanliness of Facilities The bathrooms and showers generally stayed clean and maintained.
💰 Pricing for Tent Camping For tent camping, the nightly rate felt on the high side compared to what you’d expect — particularly if you’re just pitching a basic tent without hookups or extra amenities. We paid $43 per night here for a simple tent stay. It felt a bit steep for what you get unless you’re taking full advantage of the trails, lakes, or historical sites.
🌲 Overall Vibe While the setting is beautiful and there’s plenty to do around the park — from hiking trails to nearby historic spots — the combination of reservation headaches and cost for basic camping made our experience a bit of a mixed bag.
GuideI was the only occupied site tent so I had the entire area to myself. Plenty of trails to walk/bike on. Bathrooms were clean, just felt like they could be updated.
GuideWe stayed here in June, Thursday through Monday, two people with a tent. The experience was... memorable, though not always for the right reasons.
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. Yes, they are“cleaned” occasionally, but whatever’s happening isn’t winning the war. They’re not just in the mist of past centuries— they’re lost in a heavy, choking fog.
Facilities are very limited, and it’s clear this campground wasn’t designed with tent campers in mind. You’ll wait in line for restrooms, and you won’t enjoy it.
The sites themselves? Old, worn, and could desperately use even a single coat of fresh paint— but the lawns are mowed, and the forest is real. If you value privacy, you’ll love the layout: each site is tucked deep into the woods, with excellent space and seclusion.
But beware: the gate is locked shut from 10 PM to 8 AM, no exceptions unless the elderly host personally deems your emergency worthy. Installing a simple keypad would save everyone time and dignity.
Starlink users: take note— if the lake is high, the shoreline disappears, and with it, any chance of a clear shot to the sky. Reception through the trees was very poor.
Wildlife is busy here— armadillos, raccoons, and rabbits all feel quite at home on your tent pad. It’s charming, if you’re into that kind of thing.
The lake sees constant activity: motorboats, water skiing, even boats creeping along at night. It’s not peaceful water. If you came to paddle in silence or sleep early, this might not be your dream spot— unless the noisy party crowd is your own.
ScoutCamping is first come first served basis, no reservations. $20 per night, parking for one vehicle included. Extra vehicles require $5 parking pass per day. They take credit card. Pull up to the booth at the entrance before 5pm or see the camp host 5-8pm. After 8pm, the park gate closes. I was given a gate code in case I needed to leave and return during the closed hours.
The camping layout falls somewhere between dispersed camping and a traditional campground. When I checked in, I was told I could pull up to any site with a fire pit. There were picnic tables and trash cans at most sites. There are no hook ups at the sites, but there is a good amount of space on flat ground in the trees. Several cars, tents, or small campers would fit on each site. Bigger campers could opt for sites 8 or 9 which don’t have trees. I cleaned up a bit of trash around my site when I arrived. The camp host drove around selling firewood.
Many of these reviews seem older, so I wanted to add that there is a newer block bathroom with flush toilets, electricity and a shower stall, and outdoor water spigot near the stretch of campsites marked 1-20 along the river. It was clean. Driving in, you’ll see a sign that points you to “Main Camping.” The sites stretch down a lane that follows the river to a dead end, the river and sites are on the left and there is a large grassy airfield on the right. There was no airplane traffic while I was there and no signage to stay off of it, so perhaps it is no longer in use.
There is a boat ramp past site 20. I saw a sign at the bathhouse for paddling the river and various parks to camp along the way. There are signs for horse camping only at sites 18-20. One of the trails runs between the river bank and the campsites, with red blazes - “River Trail” - so don’t set up equipment there in case hikers or horses come through. I saw people fishing in the Chattahoochee River right off of their campsite. 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!
There are also sites in other areas of the park, if you turn left instead of following the “Main Camping” sign. I’m not sure if they are numbered, and they seem more scattered. There is another bathhouse with running water and a shower that is older next to the cabin called “Old Ranger’s Station.”
The park has wide trails for horseback riding. I hiked the 2 mile Eagle Loop Trail and saw a mountain biker as well. I saw signs for an Orienteering Course. There is a splash pad and a new looking playground that from a glance, might be ADA accessible. There are many signs prohibiting swimming in the river due to the strong current. There is no beach and in most places, the river bank is steep. John Tanner Park has a swimming beach.
The park map is not great and the information available online is insufficient, but I do recommend coming to explore the area and camp! I’ll be back now that I have an understanding of the layout.
Established campgrounds near Wildwood, Georgia offer waterfront sites for anglers, hikers, and horseback riders along West Point Lake and surrounding waterways. The terrain features rolling wooded areas with both pine forests and mixed hardwoods throughout Carroll, Troup, and Harris counties. Average summer temperatures reach 90°F while spring and fall camping conditions provide milder 70-75°F daytime temperatures with cooler evenings.
Shoreline exploration: At R. Shaefer Heard Campground, campers can enjoy exploring the lake banks at various water levels. According to SJ W., "The lake is down right now because they are repairing the dam so it was fun to walk along the banks."
Trail hiking: Miles of varied trail systems run throughout the area with options for different skill levels. At Franklin D Roosevelt State Park Campground, a camper noted, "Many gorgeous hiking trails, several starting from the camping area." The park features multiple connected routes for day hikes.
Water recreation: Beyond fishing, the region's lakes offer paddling opportunities. Jamie H. mentions, "West point lake is a great place to fish, swim, and yes even boat, but what we enjoy the most about this place is that you can fully enjoy water skiing, Jett skiing, but you can also enjoy a nice paddle in a kayak or canoe."
Equestrian activities: While dedicated horse corrals aren't available, several parks offer trail riding options. Little Tallapoosa Park accommodates horse camping in section 3, with one visitor commenting, "Site 3 is for equine camping." The park features designated equestrian paths separate from hiking areas.
Private, wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the natural setting at McIntosh Reserve Park, where dispersed camping allows for privacy. Cass P. notes, "No designated camp sites means you can pick anywhere. We managed to find a very private area all to ourselves."
Fishing access: Direct waterfront camping makes for convenient fishing. Campers at Little Tallapoosa Park mention access to both creek and pond fishing opportunities within the park boundaries.
Modern bathrooms: Despite the rural setting, many campgrounds maintain clean facilities. Sarah S. reports at McIntosh Reserve Park, "There is a newer block bathroom with flush toilets, electricity and a shower stall, and outdoor water spigot near the stretch of campsites marked 1-20 along the river."
Water sounds: Sites along moving water provide natural ambiance. At McIntosh Reserve Park, campers enjoy the river atmosphere: "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!"
Primitive camping options: For those seeking basic sites, McIntosh Reserve offers no-frills camping. One visitor shares, "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."
Gate closure times: Be aware of strict access hours. Denis P. warns about R. Shaefer Heard: "But beware: the gate is locked shut from 10 PM to 8 AM, no exceptions unless the elderly host personally deems your emergency worthy."
Limited satellite reception: Dense forest cover affects connectivity in some areas. As noted at R. Shaefer Heard, "Starlink users: take note— if the lake is high, the shoreline disappears, and with it, any chance of a clear shot to the sky. Reception through the trees was very poor."
Rustic bathhouse conditions: While some parks have updated facilities, others remain basic. A camper at R. Shaefer Heard candidly describes: "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."
Playground access: Multiple parks feature play equipment for children. At Little Tallapoosa Park, Danna D. notes, "Lots of level tent sites next to pavilions with playground equipment."
Summer water activities: Seasonal splash pads provide added entertainment. Andy M. shares, "Splash park was fun and clean for the kids as well as really nice walking trails we enjoyed."
Biking opportunities: Paved paths accommodate young cyclists. Sarah F. reports, "My kids enjoyed biking around the camping loop and we did some geocaching."
Child-friendly water play: Shallow areas allow supervised lake access. At R. Shaefer Heard, Justin W. recommends: "We had spot 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."
Site selection for larger rigs: Not all sites accommodate bigger vehicles. At R. Shaefer Heard Campground, Ward advises, "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."
Full hookups: Several parks offer complete services. At Little Tallapoosa Park, Swain K. notes, "The sites are nice and paved with full hookups. There was even a dish at are site for satellite."
Senior discounts: Cost savings are available for older campers. According to one visitor at Little Tallapoosa, "Great price for full hookup at $30 per night and senior discount is offered."
Late checkout options: Some parks accommodate extended final days. Dianna B. appreciates this at R. Shaefer Heard: "Late checkout (3pm) was so nice. Overall, a great campground."
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