Sarah's Creek Campground, near Clayton, Georgia, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Tucked away in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, it offers a true back-to-nature experience with designated sites that provide a sense of privacy and seclusion.

The campground is known for its stunning surroundings, featuring nearby creeks and waterfalls that are perfect for fishing, swimming, or just relaxing by the water. Many visitors have raved about the beautiful scenery, with one camper noting, “The creek offers places to relax, fish, and even swim.” Just keep in mind that there are no electric hookups or running water, so come prepared with your own supplies.

Accessing the campground can be an adventure in itself, with some roads requiring a vehicle with good clearance. Reviewers have mentioned that the journey can be rough, but the reward is worth it. The area is also a hit with families, as it provides a great opportunity for kids to explore the outdoors without the need for extensive backpacking. 

With clean facilities and well-maintained sites, Sarah's Creek Campground is a solid choice for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors. Just remember to bring your bug repellent and your sense of adventure!

## Overview

 Extending the same primitive feel as its neighboring West Fork Campground and the Chattooga River, Sarah's Creek 22-site developed campground offers a tranquil escape, a place to relax, and perhaps a chance to throw in a line to catch a few fish. 
## Recreation

 Sarah's Creek Campground is in another unique area in the Chattahoochee National Forest. You can enjoy walking along the number of creeks or the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Warwoman Road and find yourself at many trailheads all depending on what type and how long you want your hiking adventure to be. Along with the beautiful Wild and Scenic River at the back door, the area has many hiking trails nearby. Bartram Trail, Chattooga River Trail, 3-Forks Trail, and Holcomb Creek Trail are all in the area, along with a host of waterfalls, and views abound. The state-managed Warwoman Wildlife Management Area is just a few miles to the west and to the northwest of this campground is Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above sea level. Darnell Creek Horse Trail is located west of the campground with the Warwoman Wildlife Management area for horse and mountain bike riding. 
## Natural Features

 Sarah's Creek Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level. Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive, you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun. While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.

Sarah's Creek Campground (Clayton, Ga) — Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest

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Sarah's Creek has a lot of campsites, but some require water crossings that would not be recommended for lower-clearance vehicles. Some sites are more private and spacious than others. Some are in the vicinity of pit toilets. Sites have tent pads, picnic table, fire ring. Most are along Sarah's Creek. Bring your own water. Never had a bear bother me there, but seen bear activity. No cell service in campground but can get signal at higher spots on drive in. Gravel road can have some sketchy spots from season to season, especially in the last descent into campground. Can have some late night people driving through and trash has been evident from time to time. There are trash receptacles on site.

Some wilderness fields behind campsites 1-5 across creek, up hill, where you can see deer grazing on occasion, as well as some of the other fields throughout the area.

Campsite 1 has a really small waterfall/swimming area - great spot but lots of people can walk thru your site to access it, so keep that in mind.

A neat retreat

Sarah's Creek has some really nice designated sites that are clean and well taken care of.  You can't beat the price of $10 per night!  Local rivers and streams offer great trout fishing in the spring.

Well maintained WMA

Access to the campground is a narrow partially-paved but well-maintained single lane road with only one area to pull over, so be careful when entering and exiting because if you meet another vehicle one of you will be backing back the way you came!

  

The campground is very clean and well-maintained, with every site having its own fire ring, lantern pole, and at least one picnic table. Trash bins are located near the pit toilets (one at the entrance to the campground and one across the creek deeper in. 

  

Past about site 15 the road gets slightly rougher and you will need a vehicle that can cross the creek. 

  

All in all, the campground is perfect for family camping or for anyone who wants to enjoy the outdoors without needing to backpack supplies in. Only a short drive from Clayton, GA if supplies are needed.

Perfect for families

We didn’t spend the night here but we did pull off into one of the sites to play in the creek for a while after driving on the trails. Nice campgrounds along the creek with a fire ring and grate. Probably best for high clearance vehicles, there are some water crossings and rocky roads. The start of the trail is very steep and narrow. no signal here 

nice campground with off-roading

Amazing site. Plenty of spots and space for camping. Some require water and creek crossing. If you’re looking to do some wheeling or off-roading, you’ll have some trails to ride and mountains to climb. The site has no cell service, so be ready for that. You’re truly alone on a mountain. The creek offers places to relax, fish, and even swim.

Great Site to Escape the World

Stayed here in July 2020. Campsites are available on a first come, first served basis. There is no cell service. It's pet friendly. No water or electric hookups. Bathrooms are toilet only and no running water or temperature control. 

There's the facts. Now on to the good stuff. 

The road to get to some of these sites is ROUGH. Definitely not a road to drive for those who aren't skilled in off road driving. 

We stayed in one of the back sites near the creek (I can't recall the number). Most of the sites were VERY secluded. We could see our neighbors in the distance, but not very well. 

Some of the sites are HUGE. Ours was one of those large ones. 

There are bugs everywhere. Make sure you know how to set up your site to repel bugs!

This campground has it all - fishing, hiking, waterfalls, wildlife, etc. It's a primitive camper's dream!

Great for Tent Camping!

We arrived Late afternoon took the road about 3 1/2 miles to our site which has a small waterfall actually there are three waterfalls here next to our site the one that can be seen easily the other two a little bit harder to get to by foot but we’ll worth the walk. The was water extremely cold couldn’t stay in it for more than five minutes. 
Most roads up here are only dirt and helpful if you have 4 Wheel Dr. to get to certain secluded areas we saw blackbear no venomous snakes but did come across a few black racers. 
As for firewood you can scrounge around there for branches and such but better to buy the wood out on the main stretch in Clayton the town outside of warwoman wildlife management area. We paid $125 for a 8 foot bed of semi seasoned split wood also known as a cord that lasted us the 4 days of tent camping. There are a few places before you head into warwoman wildlife management area that sell wood for a nites fire.
There were no bugs and the temperatures were in the low 50s at night and mid 70s during the day. 
The fall leaves where a little late to show there true colors but still beautiful.
Most sites have bear proof food containers that you can utilize and very heavy well built picnic tables. 
We had a restroom near us that is like portable toilets with toilet paper provided. 
No internet service but did find certain areas on the roads up there that you could use your cell phone. The only running water is the creeks and no electricity. 
Everyone we meet had kids and that was during the weekend. No body was camping there during the weekdays. 


Amazing place

I’ve been camping at Sarah’s Creek for years - you can pay online or at the campground itself (envelope/tag system), etc. There is absolutely ZERO Verizon service. 26 sites, all with picnic tables, fire rings and lantern posts. Some are better than others. The creek is shallow for the most part but there is a trail marked by a bright green circle spraypainted onto a pine tree shortly before the first few sites (on the left as you enter, just before the campground begins) where there are some small falls and a nice little swimming/bathing hole. Trout fisherman’s delight. Road is easy enough but has a lot of dips and switchbacks; 4x2 is completely adequate, though could be tough in extremely wet conditions. Sarah’s Creek is the perfect weekend getaway. Lots of trails to bike/explore, too.

North GA Sweetspot

I have gone to Sarah’s creek multiple times. It fills up sometimes but there are plenty of free spots around the area 

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