Cabins near Winston, Georgia range from lakeside structures to elevated treehouses set in the Piedmont region. Most cabin accommodations sit between 700-1,100 feet elevation in rolling woodland terrain typical of west-central Georgia. Weather conditions remain mild through most camping seasons with average summer temperatures of 85-90°F and winter lows rarely dropping below 30°F.
What to Do
Lake activities at Allatoona: Marina Resort - Allatoona Landing offers direct lake access for swimming and boating. "There's plenty of space for the kids to play and just walk right into the water," notes one visitor who appreciated the convenient shore access.
Hiking opportunities: Take advantage of trails at Chattahoochee Bend State Park where you can explore riverside paths. "Plenty of hiking trails! 2 playgrounds were open. Playgrounds are brand new or at least they look brand new," shares a camper who visited with their family.
Zip line adventures: Banning Mills Treehouses features an extensive zipline course with numerous options. "Banning Mills has 2 parks. 1 that central based are ziplines..90 of them. Great place for the kids or adults who are still kids," explains one reviewer who enjoyed the aerial experiences.
What Campers Like
Clean facilities: Stone Mountain Park Campground maintains well-kept bathroom facilities. "We spent a weekend here in section O. It was a nice, spacious campsite with a nice picnic table and partial view of the lake even though we didn't have 'lake view' site," reports a satisfied visitor.
Quiet locations: Several cabin options provide peaceful settings away from crowded areas. "It was totally worth it. Our site was on the lake. My husband and son enjoyed fishing and paddle boarding right behind our site," shares a Stone Mountain Park camper.
Diverse accommodation options: Red Top Mountain State Park Campground offers multiple lodging types. "The fact that they have rental cottages and yurts makes it a great choice for people who want a more relaxed camping experience too," notes a recent guest.
What You Should Know
Reservation requirements: Most cabin locations require advance booking, especially for premium sites. "We took 6 months to get in here. Long waiting list," mentioned a Banning Mills visitor.
Terrain variations: Sites can require significant leveling depending on location. "Be sure to check the map carefully for terrain. Many sites are high above the water," advises a Red Top Mountain camper.
Train noise: Some campgrounds experience railroad noise. "The train near by is VERY loud though, it comes by morning noon and night," warns a Yogi Bears Jellystone Park visitor.
Seasonal considerations: Summer brings higher temperatures but also more family activities. "In the winter it is not too far north has to be too cold to get outside in a tent," notes a Red Top Mountain reviewer regarding year-round usability.
Tips for Camping with Families
Activity schedules: Jellystone Park organizes regular programming for children. "We were there during superhero weekend and they had activities every hour for the kids! The laundry room was nice, and the trading post had everything you may need from souvenirs to camping supplies," shares one family who visited.
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature updated play equipment. "They have a jump pad, an inflatable slide, a nice playground, and a small arcade that's affordable," reports a Jellystone Park visitor.
Shower facilities: Look for locations with reliable bathroom amenities. "The bathrooms were pretty amazing compared to the last campground we were at which was also on alatoona lake as well," comments an Allatoona Landing visitor who appreciated the shower quality.
Kid-friendly swimming: Several cabin locations offer dedicated swimming areas. "They have a small sandy beach and beautiful Allatoona lake all around," notes a visitor to the Military Park Atlanta Naval Air Station.
Tips from RVers
Road conditions: Access roads can present challenges for larger rigs. "Heavily wooded sites that are not well maintained. Very narrow roads in the campground with lots of pot holes. Not the easiest state park to pull a travel trailer in," warns a Red Top Mountain visitor.
Leveling requirements: Bring additional leveling equipment for uneven sites. "The lot size is quite large for the full hookup sites. Bring extra leveling blocks!" advises an Allatoona Landing guest.
Site selection strategy: Research specific sites before booking. "We stayed at site #23 for 3 nights. Notice - the campground entrance is located between 2 railroad crossings and each have low ground clearance," details an Allatoona Landing RVer who found the entrance challenging.
Hookup variations: Not all sites offer full hookups. "Most sites don't have sewer hookup but there is a dump station and randomly placed gray water dumps which aren't really accessible while parked unless you have a 50'+ hose," explains a visitor to Allatoona Landing.
