Established Camping
Winfield - J Strom Thurmond Lake
Winfield - J Strom Thurmond Lake, near Appling, Georgia, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a beautiful lakeside backdrop. The campground boasts spacious sites that offer a good amount of privacy, making it a perfect escape for families or anyone wanting to unwind.
Visitors rave about the stunning lake views and the clean, well-kept facilities. Many campers have enjoyed swimming right from their sites, and the beach area is a hit for those looking to soak up some sun. As one happy camper put it, “The sites are enormous, private, and provide panoramic lake views.”
For outdoor activities, this campground is a dream. You can kayak, fish, or just relax by the water. The area is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, with plenty of bass and catfish to catch. Plus, the peaceful atmosphere is a welcome change from busier parks, making it ideal for a quiet getaway.
If you’re planning a visit, keep in mind that the campground is open from late March to late September. With no alcohol or fires allowed, it’s a great place to enjoy nature without distractions. Whether you’re camping in a tent, RV, or trying out glamping, Winfield - J Strom Thurmond Lake has everything you need for a memorable outdoor experience.
Description
Overview
Winfield Campground is located on the Little River portion of the J. Strom Thurmond Lake, near Mistletoe State Park. Camping at Winfield is ripe with many different opportunities for relaxation, skill-building, family bonding, and nature appreciation. The 70,000 acre lake and 1,000+ miles of shoreline are prime for activities that facilitate such opportunities such as boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, and bird watching, and so much more of course!
Recreation
Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers great conditions for exciting activities such as boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming. Mistletoe State Park is nearby and offers hiking trails, a nature center, and wildlife viewing to further expand recreational opportunities and experiences. When recreating at Thurmond Lake, we hope to give our visitors opportunities to bond, appreciate nature, relive stress, improve skills, and improve physical fitness.
Facilities
Winfield Campground has many facilities that every camper can enjoy which include 80 sites with water and electric hook ups. The gatehouse has friendly Gate Attendants with information about the campground, and local area. There are two bathhouses that have flush toilets and showers, and a pit toilet. Access to the boat ramp and courtesy dock are for registered campers only making your water adventure moments away! For the little campers, there is a playground near the designated swimming beach. For camper convenience, a new dump station and dumpsters are located in the campground.
Natural Features
Water/ Land: Winfield Campground is on the shoreline of the J Strom Thurmond lake that is over 70,000 acres, and surrounded with a mix of pine and hardwood trees which offer shade and visual interest. Wildlife: Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, neo-tropical birds, wild turkeys and whitetail deer. Weather/ Climate: Average temperatures during the camping season starts out at 76 degrees Fahrenheit and peaks in July at 90 degrees Fahrenheit. May receives the least amount of rainfall on average, but increased rainfall for June, July, and August.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional settings for outdoor activities such as, boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking. There are many USACE managed day-use areas, trailheads, and the dam to explore. Mistletoe State Park is the closest attraction with many activities available. Nearby cities house museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants, and shopping areas.
Fee Info
All payments and fees will occur through recreation.gov or the on-site Gate Attendant.
Location
Winfield - J Strom Thurmond Lake is located in Georgia
Directions
7701 Winfield Rd Appling, GA 30802 From I-20, take Exit 175 (HWY 150) north 7 miles to campground sign. Turn left onto Mistletoe Road, go 2 miles and turn left onto Winfield Road. Campground is at the end of the road.
Address
7701 WINFIELD ROAD
Appling, GA 30802
Coordinates
33.6519444 N
82.4219444 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
Ridge Road - J Strom Thurmond Lake
35 min away
Bussey Point Wilderness Area
50 min away
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
