Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Andrews Cove
VISIT DATE: 05/10/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Helen
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Helen, GA, take State Rt. 17/75 north for 6 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,820 ft.
The sites are located along Andrews Creek, nestled among mature
hardwoods along a mountain-side. The campground is picturesque,
but not particularly RV friendly - narrow interior access road.
The German alpine-designed village of Helen is a neat place to
visit, walk around, shop and eat. The town was a classic example
of a failing "Small-Town USA." In the early 1970s, some town
business people got together and came up with the idea of
redeveloping Helen as a Bavarian village. It was accomplished
with surprising authenticity.
A scenic auto tour is suggested. At the campground, continue north
on State Rt. 75 for 2 or 3 miles to the Chattahoochee River sign.
Turn left at sign onto River Road 44 and enter the Mark Trail
Wilderness Area. Follow this road past the Upper Chattahoochee
River campground all the way down to Helen. The road is gravel
and meanders through the forest along the Chattahoochee River.
Take a picnic lunch and a camera and enjoy.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open March 31 through December 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day - single
$18 per day - double
NOTE: All campsites by reservation only.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 5
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There is no RV turn-around
for sites 5,6 and 7.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Comments:
Water spigot is hand pump.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Andrews Creek
HIKING
Andrews Cove Trail (connects to Appalachian Trail) - 2 miles
FISHING
Native Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cooper Creek
VISIT DATE: 05/09/1997
UPDATE DATE: 2/13/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blue Ridge
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Morganton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Morganton, GA, take State Rt. 60 south for 15.6 miles to the
Coopers Creek Recreation Area sign (Coopers Creek Rd.). Bear
left onto Coopers Creek Rd. and go 6.5 miles to Coopers Creek
Scenic Area sign (Forest Rt. 236). Turn right onto Rt. 236 and
go 0.2 miles to campground sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,040 ft.
The campground is located adjacent to Coopers Creek. It is near
the Coopers Creek Scenic Area which is abundant with wildlife and
viewing opportunities. There are two spurs, one along the creek
and one above on a hillside across from Forest Rt. 236. The
campground consists of a rugged beauty, providing a taste of
wilderness camping without the hassle.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided April 1 through October 31.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day - single
$30 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14' X 50'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 2
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Millshoals Trail
Cooper Creek Trail - 0.75 miles
Duncan Ridge Rd. Trail - 1.5 miles
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout - March through Labor Day.
CAMPGROUND NAME: DeSoto Falls
VISIT DATE: 05/11/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blue Ridge
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cleveland
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Cleveland, GA, take US Rt. 129 north for 15.2 miles to
campground sign. Turn left into campground.
NOTE: In ten miles, at Turners Corner, US Rt. 19 intersects with
US Rt. 129. The route from Turners Corner to the campground then
becomes US Rt. 19/129. If accessing campground from opposite
direction via Blairsville, GA, turn into campground is 300 degrees.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,820 ft.
This is a 100% reservation campround. There is an upper and lower loop.
Some sites are adjacent to rhododendron-lined creek. Upper loop has a
"tear-drop" interior road making it very difficult to go around loop
twice with RV. Most tent (only) sites are located in the upper loop.
Two day trips from campground are worth exploring. The first is
the nearby DeSoto Falls. Three cascading waterfalls are within easy
walking distance from the parking area. The second is Neels Gap
located about 4 miles north on on US Rt. 19/129. Here, one can
access the Appalachian Trail and visit an outfitter store which
was built in stone by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in
the 1930s.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services limited November 1 through March 31.
MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Rates reduced during off season.
NOTE: All camping by reservation only. Payment is made through recreation.gov
with a credit or debit card. Payment/reservations can be made upon arrival at
campground or in advance at recreation.gov.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 7
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 15' X 55'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
Outdoor showers.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in creek
HIKING
DeSoto Falls Trail
Upper Falls - 0.75 miles
Lower Falls - 0.25 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Dockery Lake
VISIT DATE: 05/07/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blue Ridge
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Dahlonega
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Dahlonega, GA, take State Rt. 60 north for 10.8 miles to
Dockery Lake Recreation Area sign (Dockery Lake Rd.). Turn right
onto Dockery Lake Rd. and go 1 mile to campground entrance.
Note: Dockery Lake Rd. is a gravel, single lane road with
turnouts.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,080 ft.
Campground is picturesque and adjacent to Dockery Lake in mature
hardwood and pine. Rhododendron are also abundant. Some sites
overlook the lake. Many people visit the nearby mountains to view
the fall colors.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through December 31.
Water available April 1 through October 31.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day.
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 6
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 50'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 1
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Dockery Lake is 3 acres.
HIKING
Lakeshore Trail - 0.5 miles
Dockery Lake Trail - 3.5 miles
connector to Appalachian Trail - 3 miles
Miller Gap - 3 miles
FISHING
Stocked with Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Conasauga
VISIT DATE: 05/08/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Conasauga
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Eton, GA, take CCC Camp Rd. east 10.5 miles to Lake Conasauga
sign (Forest Rt. 68). Bear left onto Rt. 68 and go 2.5 miles to
another Lake Conasauga sign. Bear left and go 3.5 miles to still
another Lake Conasauga sign (also a yield sign). Turn left and
go 4.4 miles to campground.
NOTE: Most of the 20 plus miles from Eton to the campground are
gravel and dirt. Areas of the roads are steep (about 2,000 foot
ascent from Eton) with several switchback turns. Washboards and
pot holes are frequently encountered. Forest Service recommends tents,
pop-ups and travel trailers under 25 ft due to access and campsite
limitations
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,980 ft.
The campground, opened in 1940, was built by the Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC). It is comprised of two loops among
tall, old hardwoods and pines. The word "Conasauga," is the
Cherokee word for grass. Some sites in Loop A are adjacent to
Lake Conasauga, the highest lake in Georgia. The Songbird
Management Area is next to campground. There are about 125
species of birds identified in this Management Area. Nearest
gas station is 20 miles from campground. Although rare,
Black Bears have been spotted in or near the campground;
practice safe food storage techniques. In spite of the
access problems, campground is outstanding for a rustic and
primitive experience.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 17 through October 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day.
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 13
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 31
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 9' X 33'
Comments:
Parking aprons are grass, dirt and gravel.
For a fee, RVs can dump at Ft. Mountain State Park, almost 20
miles south of campground on State Rt. 52.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Comments:
Wheelchair friendly bathhouse located in Loop B.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Conasauga is 19 acres. Power boats are limited to electric motors.
Beach is grassy and there is a swimming dock.
HIKING
Lake Trail - 1.2 miles
Tower Trail - 2 miles
Songbird Trail (interpretive loop) - 1.5 miles
Windy Gap Cycle Trail (mountain bike) - 5 miles
Tibbs ORV Trail (ATV) - 5 miles
FISHING
Largemouth Bass, panfish and catfish
NOTE: Fishing license required and see posted regulations throughout
area.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Russell
VISIT DATE: 05/12/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Mt. Airy
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Mt. Airy, GA, take Lake Russell Rd. (off U.S. Rt. 123) south
for 3.3 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,100 ft.
The campground consists of two loops along Lake Russell. Many
spacious sites overlook the lake. Horseshoe pits are available.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
None
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - single
$48 per day - double
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 31
Total Sites: 42
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 42
No. Grilles on Sites: 42
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 11' X 64'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 6
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Russell is 100 acres. Power boats are limited to electric
motors.
HIKING
Lake Russell Loop Trail - 4.6 miles
Sourwood Trail - 2.7 miles
Rhododendron Trail - 1.5 miles
Lady Slipper Trail (multi-use) - 6.2 miles
FISHING
Bass, Crappie and Bream
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Winfield Scott
VISIT DATE: 05/07/1997
UPDATE DATE: 2/13/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blue Ridge
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Blairsville
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Blairsville, GA, take US Rt 19/129 south 4.9 miles to Lake
Winfield Scott sign (State Rt. 180 - Wolf Pen Gap Rd.). Turn
right onto State Rt. 180 and go 6.8 miles to Lake Winfield Scott
Recreation Area sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,600 ft.
The campground is comprised of two loops, one of which is adjacent
to Lake Winfield Scott. It was originally constructed by the
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s. There is
abundance of dogwood and rhododendrons. Rhododendrons are
especially prolific along creek where some walk-in tent sites are
located. Interpretive programs offered on weekends.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
North Loop - open year round with limited service during winter
South Loop - open April 14 through October 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - single, no hookups
$39 per day - single w/ electric and water hookups
$50 per day - double
NOTE: No discount on electric surcharge.
NOTE: Reservations required for the south loop.
NOTE: Fees may be reduced during winter; check with ranger district office.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 31
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 31
No. Grilles on Sites: 31
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 4
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 0
No. RV Pull Throughs: 7
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 48'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are paved, some are gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: Yes
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 1
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Winfield Scott is 18 acres. Beach is grass and sand.
Power boats are limited to electric motors.
HIKING
Jarrard Gap - 1.2 miles
Slaughter Gap - 2.7 miles
Winfield Scott Shore Trail (part is paved) - 1 mile
FISHING
Bream, Crappie, Catfish and stocked Rainbow Trout.
There is wheelchair friendly fishing pier.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Low Gap Creek
VISIT DATE: 04/04/2000
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Helen
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Helen, GA, take State Rt. 17/75 north 0.8 miles to State Rt. 75 Alt.
Turn left onto Rt. 75 Alt and then turn right almost immediately onto Poplar
Stump Rd. Go 4.3 miles to campground.
NOTE: Poplar Stump Rd. changes to gravel in 1.6 miles and becomes River
Rd. (Forest Rt. 44) in 2.2 miles. At this point, the road continues as gravel
and becomes single-lane, rough and winding. Due to road, Forest Service
recommends maximum RV size of 28 ft.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,800 ft.
The campground, located adjacent to Low Gap Creek, is comprised of White
pine, rhododendron and Mountain Laurel. The creek bisects the campground
- accessing sites 8 through 13 requires fording the creek and driving over a
low water bridge. The campground is a favorite location for anglers fishing
the Low Gap Creek. Each campsite has a lantern post.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open March 15 through December 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The vault is a chemical flush toilet.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow (stocked), Brown and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Morganton Point
VISIT DATE: 05/09/1997
UPDATE DATE: 3/10/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blue Ridge
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Morganton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Morganton, GA, take Lake Rd. (at Morganton Recreation Area
sign) west for 0.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign
into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,800 ft.
Some campsites are located adjacent to Lake Blue Ridge. Rock
collectors can find minerals including staurolite in the nearby
hills. There are two loops and some walk-in tent sites.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 15 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day - single, no hookups
$27 per day - single w/ electric and water hookups
$40 per day - double w/ electric and water hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 36
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 36
No. Grilles on Sites: 36
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only:30
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 0
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 59'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
Wheelchair friendly showers are located on the upper loop.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 2
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Blue Ridge is 3,290 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
White, Small mouth and Largemouth Bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mulky
VISIT DATE: 05/09/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Blue Ridge
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Morganton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Morganton, GA, take State Rt. 60 south for 15.6 miles to
Cooper Creek Recreation Area sign (Cooper Creek Rd.). Bear left
onto Cooper Creek Rd. and go 6 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,000 ft.
The campground is adjacent to Cooper Creek. Some sites are next to
the creek, which is known for good trout fishing. The campground
is abundant with rhododendrons. Its rustic beauty provides a taste of
wilderness camping.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Limited services provided November 1 through March 31; check with ranger
district office.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day.
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground. Reservations for Mulky CG
made under Cooper Creek CG - the Mulky Loop. Sites 1-11.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14.5' X 55'
Comments:
Parking aprons gravel and dirt. No RV turn-around space for
sites 1 through 7.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pocket
VISIT DATE: 05/06/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Conasauga
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Villanow
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Villanow, GA, take State Rt. 136 for 0.3 miles to Pocket
Rd. Turn right onto Pocket Rd. and go 7 miles to Pocket
campground sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 660 ft.
The campground is on the site of Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)
Company 3435, Camp F-16. The CCC camp was active from 1938 to 1942.
Several cement foundations remain. The adjacent picnic area contains
a developed wading area on John's Creek. The campground is located
among hardwoods with some sites adjacent to John's Creek. Camping
sites are well separated and spacious.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 3.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day.
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 26
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 26
No. Grilles on Sites: 26
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 40'
Comments:
Parking aprons are paved.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Wading is possible in John's Creek
HIKING
Pocket Loop Trail - 2.5 miles
Pocket Nature Trail - 0.5 miles
FISHING
There is trout fishing one-half mile down John's Creek, beyond
campground. Also, the nearby Lake Marvin, owned by the Girl Scouts,
accepts donations to fish there.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Rabun Beach
VISIT DATE: 05/13/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clarkesville
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Clarkesville, GA, take State Rt. 197 north 16 miles to Rabun
Beach Recreation Area sign (Burton Dam Rd.). Turn right onto
Burton Dam Rd. and go 8.4 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation 1,880 ft.
The campground is situated near Lake Rabun and was a Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) camp from 1933 to 1942. There are two
loops - Camping Area 1 and 2.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 13 through October 28
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day - no electric & water hookups
$39 per day - electric and water hookups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 77
Total Sites: 80
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 80
No. Grilles on Sites: 80
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 26
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 0
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 70'
Comments:
Parking aprons are grass and gravel. Access to sites 41 through
43 and 60 through 65 (road marked dead end) not suitable for RV.
Suggest walking in before committing RV.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Comments:
Camping Area 2 has the only showers.
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 5
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Rabun is 835 acres. Beach is sandy and is closest to
Camping Area 1.
HIKING
Angel Falls - 1.6 miles
Panther Falls - 0.5 miles
FISHING
Northern Pike, Musky, Bass and Trout. There is wheelchair
friendly fishing pier at the boat ramp.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sandy Bottoms
VISIT DATE: 05/13/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/9/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clayton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Clayton, GA, take U.S. Rt. 76 west for 6.7 miles to Tallulah
River Campgrounds sign (Persimmon Rd.). Turn right onto
Persimmon Rd. and go 4.2 miles to campground sign (Tallulah River
Rd.). Turn left onto Rd. and go 4.9 miles to
campground.
NOTE: Tallulah River Rd. turns into a gravel, single lane road
with some turnouts. There are minimal potholes and washboards.
Entrance into campground is switchback turn - tight, but doable.
Depending on size of RV, might have to back up once.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,420 ft.
The campground is adjacent to the Tallulah River and is situated in
mostly hardwoods. Campground is rustic but pleasant. Water is
available at the Tate Branch campground, 0.7 miles away.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open March 15 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 47'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel and dirt.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Tallulah River
HIKING - No
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Tallulah River
VISIT DATE: 05/13/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/10/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clayton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Clayton, GA, take U.S. Rt. 76 west for 6.7 miles to Tallulah
River Campgrounds sign (Persimmon Rd.). Turn right onto
Persimmon Rd. and go 4.2 miles to campground sign (Tallulah Rd.).
Turn left onto Tallulah Rd. and go 1.5 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,080 ft.
The campground is located adjacent to Tallulah River among
tall pines and some hardwoods.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
None
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 17
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 98'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Comments:
Water hydrants are frost free spigots.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Tallulah River
HIKING
Coleman River Trail - 1 mile
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Tate Branch
VISIT DATE: 05/13/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/10/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clayton
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Clayton, GA, take U.S. Rt. 76 west for 6.7 miles to Tallulah
River Campgrounds sign (Persimmon Rd.). Turn right onto
Persimmon Rd. and go 4.2 miles to campground sign (Tallulah River
Rd.). Turn left onto Tallulah River Rd. and go 4.1 miles to
campground.
NOTE: Tallulah River Rd. turns into gravel, single lane road with
turnouts. There are minimal potholes and washboards.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,360 ft.
The campground, located near the Tallulah River, is rustic and
located among tall pines. There are 4 walk-in tent sites.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open March 15 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day.
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 53'
Comments:
Parking aprons are dirt and gravel. Water spigot is handpump.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Tallulah River
HIKING - No
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Upper Chattahoochee River
VISIT DATE: 05/12/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/10/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Helen
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Helen, GA, take State Rt. 17/75 north for 8.6 miles to Upper
Chattahoochee River sign (River Road 44 - Mark Trail Wilderness).
Turn left onto River Road 44 and go 4.6 miles to campground.
NOTE: River Road 44 is gravel, single lane with turnouts. It is
also steep in places with some switchbacks.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,260 ft.
The campground is very picturesque and is situated along Upper
Chattahoochee River in tall, mature mixed woods. Excellent
campground for relaxing, fishing, enjoying the scenery and
visiting Helen. There is also dispersed camping along River
Road 44 all the way down to Helen.
The German alpine-designed village of Helen is a neat place to
visit, walk around, shop and eat. The town was a classic example
of a failing "Small-Town USA." In the early 1970s, some town
business people got together and came up with the idea of
redeveloping Helen as a Bavarian village. This was accomplished
with surprising authenticity. The town seems to be prospering
now with many tourists enjoying this quaint "Bavarian village."
When visiting Helen, suggest continuing down River Road 44 to
the town (rather then going back up to State Rt. 17/75). The drive
meanders alongside and over the river and is very scenic. This is
especially true when the rhododendrons are blooming in June.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comments:
Open March 15 through December 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
NOTE: Reservations required for this campground.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 21
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 60'
Comments:
Parking aprons are dirt and gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Horse Trough Falls - 0.3 miles
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wildcat 1
VISIT DATE: 05/13/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clayton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Clayton, GA, take U.S. Rt. 76 west for 9.7 miles to State
Rt. 197. Turn left onto Rt. 197 and go 5.1 miles to Wildcat Rd.
(Forest Rt. 26). Turn right onto Wildcat Rd. and go 2.8 miles to
campground.
NOTE: Wildcat Rd. is gravel, steep (in places), single lane with
turnouts. There are minimal potholes and washboards.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,420 ft.
The campground is very rustic and is adjacent to Wildcat Creek.
Interior campground road is narrow and not very RV-friendly.
Main problem is exiting from campground onto Wildcat Rd. Sites
are close together. There are three walk-in tent sites.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
NOTE: 1/11/2025 - Campground temporarily closed until
further notice due to multiple rock slides on Wildcat Road.
Contact ranger district office for latest status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 9.5' X 49'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. See General Comments.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wildcat 2
VISIT DATE: 05/13/1997
UPDATE DATE: 1/11/2025
STATE: Georgia
REGION: Southern
RANGER DISTRICT: Chattooga River
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clayton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Clayton, GA, take U.S. Rt. 76 west for 9.7 miles to State
Rt. 197. Turn left onto Rt. 197 and go 5.1 miles to Wildcat Rd.
(Forest Rt. 26). Turn right onto Wildcat Rd. and go 4.4 miles to
campground.
NOTE: Wildcat Rd. is gravel, steep (in places), single lane with
turnouts. There are minimal potholes and washboards.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,720 ft.
The campground is very rustic and is adjacent to Wildcat Creek.
Sites are close together.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
NOTE: 1/11/2025 - Campground temporarily closed until
further notice due to multiple rock slides on Wildcat Road.
Contact ranger district office for latest status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 15
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 58'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.
BATH AND SHOWER FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
OTHER FACILITIES
Playground: No
Public Phone: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Wildcat Creek
HIKING - No
FISHING
Stocked Rainbow Trout
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