Established Camping
Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, Ga) — Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest
Tate Branch Campground is located near Clayton, Georgia, within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. The area features forested terrain with the Tallulah River nearby. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer, and nearby attractions include Tallulah Gorge State Park and Black Rock Mountain State Park.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
Overview
This much-admired 17-site developed campground is sure to heighten the innate beauty of any season. Graced with various species of hardwoods and resting on the shore of Tallulah River, Tate Branch Campground provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish, or enjoy the scenery.
Recreation
Tate Branch Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.
Facilities
Tate Branch Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.
Natural Features
Tate Branch 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.
contact_info
For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.
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.
Fee Info
All camping is on First Come, First Serve only. Payment is on-site by cash, check, or credit card using the Scan and Pay App on your mobile device. Download the recreation.gov app before heading to your favorite site. Once you arrive and find your site you can scan the bar code at the site that will take you to the recreation.gov web page for that site. No cell service, no worries. It will still get you in the system for the site and will charge your card once you are back in a service area.
Location
Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, Ga) — Chattahoochee Oconee National Forest is located in Georgia
Directions
Take U.S. 76 west from Clayton, Georgia for 8 miles; turn right (north) on Persimmon Road for 4.2 miles; turn left (northwest) on Tallulah River Road (Forest Service 70 Road) for 4 miles.
Address
4049 Tallulah River Road
Clayton, GA 30525
Coordinates
34.9553 N
83.5521 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites