High Falls State Park offers glamping options 45 minutes from Zebulon, Georgia, in the rolling Piedmont region. The park sits on the Towaliga River at approximately 600 feet elevation, with summer temperatures typically reaching 85-95°F during peak season. Nearby parks also feature tent camping, RV sites, and cabin rentals with varying levels of amenities and privacy.
What to do
**Hiking trails: Explore miles of trails at Chattahoochee Bend State Park, where relatively flat terrain makes for accessible family outings. "The hiking is a mixture of trails and old gravel roads. There is a large loop to see everything that is intersected by shorter cross trails," notes camper Shelly S.
**Kayaking: Rent kayaks and explore Lake Juliette at Dames Ferry State Park. "We had a view of the lake and enjoyed renting a double kayak from the state park," explains Elaine H. Paddle around the scenic shoreline where motorized boats are limited to 25hp, creating a peaceful experience.
**Historical sites: Visit nearby Manchester Mill Ruins at Sweetwater Creek State Park, a preserved industrial site from the 1800s. "Make sure you go see Manchester Mill Ruins," recommends Mike K., highlighting one of the area's most significant historical attractions.
What campers like
**Family-friendly amenities: High Falls State Park Campground consistently earns praise for its child-friendly design. "This campground is great if you have kids. The playground is centrally located. Trails are easy to get to and the falls are a nice sight," says Bille W.
**Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms throughout the region. At Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, "Each site has a dirt or gravel pad, water and electricity hookups and are all situated within walking distance of a bathroom... The bathrooms are all spotless and each area has a camp host constantly cleaning," shares Everette G.
**Private campsites: Riverside sites often offer more separation between neighbors. "Sites on lake are spaced apart a little more than river campground. We will try sites 87 or 88 on the river next time," notes Elaine H. about Dames Ferry State Park, highlighting the options for those seeking more privacy.
What you should know
**Tent platforms: Chattahoochee Bend offers an interesting alternative to traditional tent pads. "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," explains Jessica D.
**Swimming restrictions: Some parks prohibit swimming in natural bodies of water. "We had a great stay, though crowded and entering the water was prohibited due to leaches," warns Savannah W. about High Falls State Park. Similar warnings exist for other parks, so check regulations before planning water activities.
**Limited availability: Certain glamping options close to Zebulon, Georgia require advance planning. Sweetwater Creek offers just "10 Yurts for glampers and 5 walkin sites for tent campers," according to Shelly S., making reservations essential during peak periods.
Tips for camping with families
**Playground access: Choose sites near recreational areas for convenience with children. "The playground is centrally located," at High Falls State Park, notes Bille W., making it easier to supervise kids while managing your campsite.
**Kid-friendly trails: Select parks with appropriate hiking difficulty levels. "Nice family friendly campground, most roads are paved, bikes ok, smaller sites without many trees/privacy between sites - good for multi-site group's who want to camp together, fire pit, restrooms, nice easy hike along falls, do not swim in falls - dangerous," advises Valerie R. about High Falls.
**Activity planning: Indian Springs State Park offers multiple recreational options for families. "We rented kayaks and rode bikes all weekend! The cabins were updated and very cute perfect for a weekend away," shares Casey L., highlighting how diverse activities can keep children engaged throughout your stay.
Tips from RVers
**Site selection: At Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, campsite quality varies considerably. "We were on site 213 and 214. Beautiful wooded site lots of space between sites in this loop. Very short walk to lake. Loop 1 sites are lake front and lake view but more close together than we like," advises Liz H.
**Power considerations: Check electrical capacity before booking. "30 amp circuit was not adequate. The breaker continually tripped while using small kitchen appliances," reports Brittany about Pine Mountain RV Resort, highlighting the importance of matching your RV needs to available amenities.
**Leveling challenges: Some sites require significant adjustment. "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," notes Erin C. about Chattahoochee Bend, sharing a practical insight for RV campers planning their approach.
