Georgia Camping – Campground Reservations

Directions From Thomson, Georgia, take U.S. Highway 78 west for 6 miles. Turn right on State Route 43 and continue for about 7.5 miles. The park is on the right (look for signs). The park is located on the McDuffie/Lincoln County line. Phone 800-533-3478 Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE, SOFTBALL FIELDS Keywords AMI2,J STROM THURMOND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Amity Recreation Area is one of the most popular parks on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. The large, 70,000-acre lake and its 1,000 miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking. Recreation Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers will find largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers endless boating, waterskiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming

Directions From Atlanta, GA, take SR 400 N to Exit 16, turn right on Pilgrim Mill Rd., turn right on Sinclair Shoals Rd., turn left on Bald Ridge Rd. Follow signs into campground. Phone 770-889-1591 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE, KAYAKING, WATER ACCESS Keywords BALR,LAKE LANIER,BALD RIDGE,BALL RIDGE,LAKE SIDNEY LANIER Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Bald Ridge Creek Campground is on Lake Sidney Lanier, popular for its aqua-blue waters and spectacular scenery. Each year, over 11 million visitors travel to Lake Sidney Lanier for fantastic fishing and boating on the beautiful reservoir in northern Georgia. Recreation Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There’s also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers. Facilities The

Directions From Thomson, Ga, travel 10 miles west on US-78, then 6 miles north on park access road. Park is located in McDuffie, GA. Phone 800-533-3478 Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, WATER ACCESS Keywords BHAT,J STROM THURMOND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Big Hart Day Use Shelter is located in Big Hart Recreation Area on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. The park is just off Highway 78 between the towns of Washington and Thomson, Georgia. The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking. 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 endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and

Directions From I-20, take Exit 172 (Thomson/HWY 78) and continue north 8 miles on HWY 78 to Russell Landing Road. Turn right and travel east 4 miles to campground. Phone (706) 595-8613 Activities CAMPING Keywords BIGH,J STROM THURMOND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Big Hart Campground is located at the confluence of Big Creek and Hart Creek on the western end of beautiful J. Strom Thurmond Lake, the largest Corps of Engineers lake project east of the Mississippi River. The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking. 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 endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing

Directions From Hartwell, GA, take Highway 29 North towards Anderson, SC for about 5 miles. Big Oaks is located on the left next to the Hartwell Visitor Center and Manager’s Office. 5823 DAM ROAD HARTWELL, GA 30643 Phone 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords BIGO,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Big Oaks Recreation Area is a 12 acre gently sloping site with good grass cover and scattered pine and hardwood trees throughout.. . . The area experiences high levels of intense public use during peak recreation season and serves to host numerous large special events annually, e.g. Hartwell Dam Run, Pre-Fourth Fireworks, etc. The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities to include a large picnic shelter (with water and electric service), 26 picnic sites, a two

Directions From Atlanta, GA, take SR 400 north to Exit 17, turn right on GA Hwy 306, turn right on GA Hwy 53, turn left on Old Sardis Rd, and turn left on Chestatee Rd. Follow into campground. Phone 770-534-6960 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, WATER ACTIVITIES, WATER ACCESS, ACCESSIBLE SWIMMING Keywords BOLD,LAKE LANIER,BOLLING MILL,BOWLING MILL,BOLEING MILL,LAKE SIDNEY LANIER Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Bolding Mill Campground is an excellent choice for camping on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering plenty of comfortable amenities in addition to a well-kept facility. Visitors will enjoy fishing and boating on the lake as well as the lush picnic area and large swimming beach, perfect for families. Recreation The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing

Directions From Interstate 85, take exit 11 to Highway 24 headed towards Anderson, SC. Turn right onto Hattens Ford Road and follow signs to the facility. 900 SMYZER ROAD, TOWNVILLE, SC 29689 Phone 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords BROY,HARTWELL LAKE PROJ Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Tourism South Carolina State Road Conditions Overview Broyles Recreation Area consists of 24 acres with a gentle to moderate slope and vegetation consisting primarily of pine. The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities consisting of 1 volunteer host campsite, 14 picnic sites, 1 standard picnic shelter with water and electric service, 1 three lane boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 1 comfort station, 1 playground, 1 designated swim area/beach, 1 fishing pier, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. Parking expansion to add approximately

Directions From Interstate 85 in South Carolina, take Exit 11 onto Highway 24 towards Townville. About 1.5 miles past Townville, turn right onto Coneross Creek Road. Follow signs to the park entrance. 699 CONEROSS PARK ROAD, Townville, SC 29689 Phone 888-893-0678 (HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE) Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE, WATER ACCESS Keywords CONE,HARTWELL LAKE PROJ Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Tourism South Carolina State Road Conditions Overview Coneross Campground is a moderately sloping, heavily wooded 136 acre site of mixed hardwoods and pines. The site presently offers camping and boat launching facilities to include: 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 106 public use campsites (94 with full water and electric hookups and 12 primitive sites with impact pad only), 4 comfort stations with showers, 2 dump stations, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 4 playgrounds, 2 designated swim areas/beaches, and associated paved roads and

Directions From I-75 take Exit 290 (GA Hwy 20 / Canton / Rome). Northbound traffic: right off exit onto GA Hwy 20. Southbound traffic: left off exit onto GA Hwy 20. Travel 0.3 mile and turn right at traffic light (by Wendy’s) onto GA Hwy Spur 20. Travel 3.5 miles and the entrance to Cooper Branch #2 Day Use Area is on the left. Physical address: Cooper Branch #2 Day Use Area, 1101 GA Highway Spur 20, Cartersville, GA 30121 Phone 678-721-6700 Activities FISHING, PICNICKING Keywords Cooper Branch #2 Day Use Area,Picnic Area #2 Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Cooper Branch #2 Day Use Area is situated on Allatoona Lake on a portion of the Etowah River, which is a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer visitors a relaxing getaway from the nearby city

Directions From I-75 take Exit 285 (Red Top Mountain Road). Northbound traffic turn left / Southbound traffic turn right onto Red Top Mountain Road. Turn right at the first traffic light onto the connector which will come to Hwy 41. Turn right onto Hwy 41. Travel 2 miles crossing over the Etowah River and turn right immediately after crossing over the bridge. Road will curve to right and come to stop sign. Turn left onto Old River Road and travel for 2.5 miles to park entrance. Physical address: Cooper’s Furnace Day Use Area, 1052 Old River Road SE, Cartersville, GA 30121 Phone 678-721-6700 Activities HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Cooper’s Furnace Day Use Area is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. This Day Use Area is downstream

Directions From Hartwell, Georgia, take Hwy 29 north for approximately 8 miles (you will cross into South Carolina). Turn left onto Ginn Road. Take the first left onto Campers Way and continue straight to the campground. From Anderson SC, take Hwy 29 South from Anderson, heading south towards Hartwell, Georgia, after the intersection with Hwy 187 (4-way stop), continue south on Hwy 29 until you see sign for Crescent. It is located about 4 miles before the Ga/SC border. 150 Campers Way Starr, SC 29684 Phone 888-893-0678 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords CRES,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Road Conditions South Carolina State Tourism Overview Crescent Group Campground is a 41 acre site located on a narrow peninsula with gentle slopes and a scattered tree cover of pine and mixed hardwoods. The campground is specifically designated for group camping, consisting

Directions NPS VISITOR CENTER/FERRY CHECK-IN:  Take Exit 3 from Interstate 95. At the exit stop light turn east on to Highway 40.  Follow the signs traveling east into Historic St. Marys. Highway 40 East will become Osborne St.  Once you reach the waterfront, turn right at the stop sign onto St Marys Street.  The NPS Visitor Center is in the two story, blue building one block down on the left. The Mainland Visitor Center is located at 113 St. Marys Street West, Marys, GA 31558. Use this address to arrive at the right location. Do not use “Cumberland Island National Seashore” as this will not guide you to the correct location. Directions & Transportation page Parking:   All visitors – day visitors and campers – must park in the Cumberland Island Parking Lot one block west of the Visitor Center.Bus and RV parking is located in marked spots along the roadway

Directions From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North until Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North, travel approximately 30 miles; take a right onto Georgia Highway 136 East; proceed approximately 2 miles and turn left onto Carters Dam Road; turn right onto Marina Road; turn left onto Cove Road and enter park. Damsite 359 Cove Road Chatsworth, GA 30705 Phone 706-334-2248 Activities BOATING, FISHING, DAY USE AREA, KAYAKING, CANOEING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Damsite Day Use Area is located on Carters Lake in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta. The sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including camping, hiking, boating, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and picnicking. Recreation Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty. Whether in a powerboat or

Directions From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North until Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North, travel approximately 30 miles; take a right onto Georgia Highway 136 East; proceed approximately 5 miles and turn left onto State Highway 382; continue 3 miles and turn left onto Doll Mountain Road; turn right onto Carters Landing Way and follow road all the way into the park. Doll Mountain 575 Carters Landing Way Ellijay, GA 30540 Phone 706-334-2248 Activities BOATING, FISHING, DAY USE AREA, KAYAKING, CANOEING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Doll Mountain Day Use Shelter is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including camping, hiking, boating, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and picnicking. Recreation Boaters

Directions From Atlanta, take I-75 north to Exit 293, then Highway 411 north to Highway 136. Turn right on Highway 136 and follow to Highway 382. Turn left on Highway 382 and look for signs to the campground– access road is directly across from the volunteer fire station. Physical address is 1362 Doll Mountain Road,Ellijay, GA 30540 Phone 706-276-4413 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING Keywords DOLL,CARTERS LAKE,CARTERS,DOLL MT CAMPGROUND,CARTERS LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Doll Mountain Campground is located in the North Georgia Mountains on beautiful Carters Lake, Which is just a short 70 miles north of Atlanta. Carters Lake provides clean, safe, and quiet campgrounds that help you escape the hustle and bustle of your day to day routine and relax with your family. Doll Mountain offers boating, picnicking at the day use area, and many other summer time

Directions To reach this park take state route 400 north to exit 17, turn right on Georgia Highway 306, turn right on Georgia Highway 53, turn right on Duckett Mill road. Follow Duckett Mill Road into the campground. Phone 770-532-9802 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, PICNICKING, SWIMMING SITE, WATER ACTIVITIES, WATER ACCESS Keywords DUCM,LAKE LANIER,DOCKET MILL,LAKE SIDNEY LANIER Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Duckett Mill Campground is located on Lake Sidney Lanier. With over 692 miles of shoreline, the lake is well known for its aqua-blue water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. The lake has over 11 million visitors annually. Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950s, Lake Lanier is a multi-purpose lake that provides for flood protection, power production, water supply, navigation, recreation and fish and wildlife management. Recreation Duckett Mill Campground offers

Directions Physical Address: 153 Eastbank Road, Bainbridge, GA 39819 Take I-10 to Exit 166 (Chattahoochee) to Highway 90 West. Turn left and proceed to traffic light. Turn right on Bolivar Street. Travel 1.5 miles north. Campground sign is on the right; entrance is on the left. Phone 229-662-9273 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, KAYAKING, CANOEING, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS Keywords EAS1,LAKE SEMINOLE,JIM WOODRUFF,LAKE SEMINOLE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Eastbank Campground is located on Lake Seminole on the Georgia-Florida state line. The lake and surrounding area provide a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities for fishing, camping, boating, picnicking, hiking, biking and birding. Recreation Lake Seminole is known as one of the best sites for sports fishing in America. Extensive stump and grass beds provide abundant cover where anglers fish for largemouth, hybrid, striped and white bass.

Directions From Hartwell, GA, travel approximately 2.5 miles on Highway 29 North. Turn left onto Elrod Ferry Road, and after a mile follow the brown directional signs to the facility. 1387 ELROD FERRY ROAD, Hartwell GA 30643 Phone 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords ELRO,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Elrod Ferry Recreation Area is a 39 acre site situated on a gently sloping point that overlooks the lake near Hartwell Dam. The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities consisting of 1 gatehouse/entrance, 37 picnic sites, 2 standard picnic shelters with water and electric service, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2 comfort stations, 2 playgrounds, 3 designated swim areas/beaches, 1 volleyball pit, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. The area experiences

Directions Northbound on I-75 take exit 277 (GA Hwy 92). Turn right off exit onto GA Hwy 92. Travel 1 mile to traffic light at Hunt Road. Turn left onto Hunt Road. Continue straight at 4-way stop and road changes to Kellogg Creek Road. Travel approximately 1 mile and turn left onto Galt’s Ferry Landing Road. Continue 0.8 mile to 3rd stop sign and turn left onto Rocky Lane. Continue to park entrance. Southbound on I-75 take exit 285 (Red Top Mountain Road). Turn left onto Red Top Mountain Road. Travel approximately 5 miles thru Red Top Mountain State Park to 4-way stop. Turn left onto New Hope Church Road. Follow New Hope Church Road until it dead ends into Kellogg Creek Road. Turn left onto Kellogg Creek Road. Travel approximately 1 mile and turn left onto Galt’s Ferry Landing Road. Continue 0.8 mile to 3rd stop sign and turn

Directions From LaGrange, Georgia, take State Highway 109 west for 7 miles. After crossing the First Lake Bridge, continue another mile and turn left onto Thompson Road. At the next intersection, bear left and follow signs to the park. This county road leads directly into the campground. Phone 706-884-6818 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords HOL1,WEST POINT LAKE,WEST POINT PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Holiday Campground is a waterfront facility on the western shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia. This man-made lake has 525 miles of shoreline that provide excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, boating and other recreational activities. Recreation Whether sailing or power boating, West Point Lake is a boater’s paradise. There are boat ramps in 34 public recreation areas around the lake, including Amity, as well as two privately

Directions From Augusta, GA, travel 22 miles west on GA-104, then 4 miles north on US HWY 221. Phone 800-533-3478 Activities BIKING, BOATING, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, SWIMMING, ACCESSIBLE SWIMMING, LOOKOUT TOWER Keywords LASC,J STROM THURMOND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Lake Springs Recreation Area is one of the most popular parks on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. The park is located on Georgia State Highway 221 within twenty minutes of Augusta, Georgia. The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking. 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 endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities.

Directions From Blainsville, take U.S. 19/129 south for 10 miles. Turn right (west) on Georgia 180 for 7 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 37 at Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area entrance. From Dahlonega, take U.S. 19 north for approximately 20 miles. Turn left (west) on Georgia 180 for 7 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 37 at Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area entrance. Phone 706-747-3816 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords LWSC,BRASSTOWN,CHATTAHOOCHEE-OCONEE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Georgia State Tourism Overview Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all centered around beautiful Lake Winfield Scott. The area is situated high in a mountain valley within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, approximately 80 miles from Atlanta, Georgia. The facility offers a rental cabin with electricity and water,

Directions Take I-75 N to Exit 290 (Canton/Rome/GA Hwy 20), Continue east onto GA 20; take an immediate right onto GA SPUR 20 for 2 miles, then turn left onto McKaskey Creek Road and travel 1 mile to campground. Physical Address: 358 McKaskey Creek Rd, Cartersville, GA 30121 Phone 678-721-6700 Activities CAMPING Keywords MCKA,ALLATOONA LAKE,ALLATOONA LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview McKaskey Creek Campground is situated on Allatoona Lake on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer a relaxing getaway form the nearby city of Atlanta, just 45 miles north. Visitors enjoy various water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife. Recreation Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing. Facilities

Directions Physical address: 6659 McKinney Campground Road, Acworth, GA 30102 From I-75 take exit 278 and turn north onto Glade Road. Continue for approximately 3 miles, then turn left onto King’s Camp Road. After about a mile continue left at the fork and follow signs to the campground. Phone 678-721-6700 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords MCKI,ALLATOONA LAKE,ALLATOONA LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview McKinney Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia. Recreation Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and

Directions Take U.S. Highway 515 north from Blue Ridge for 4 miles to Georgia Highway 60. Turn right (southwest) and continue 3 miles to the town of Morganton. In Morganton, turn right on County Road 616 (Lake Drive) and proceed for 1 mile. To enter the campground, take the first left after the Morganton Point entrance sign. Phone 706-374-1645 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords MGTP,Morganton Point,Morganton,Blue Ridge Ranger District,CHATTAHOOCHEE-OCONEE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Georgia State Tourism Overview The Morganton Point Recreation Area is located in the Blue Ridge Ranger District, within the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains. Pristine water and scenic views draw visitors from around the state and region. Recreation The Morganton Point Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all centered around

Directions From Interstate 85 in Georgia, merge onto Interstate 985 via exit 113. Interstate 985 will eventually become State Highways 441/365. Continue north for about 5 miles to Cornelia, then take the Clarkesville/Highway 197 exit and turn right. Turn right again at Dick’s Hill Parkway. Continue approximately a mile and turn left onto Lake Russell Road. Phone 706-754-6221 Activities BIKING, BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, DAY USE AREA Keywords NANC,LAKE RUSSEL GROUP CAMPING,CHATTAHOOCHEE-OCONEE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Nancytown is an excellent spot for families, fishermen and picnickers to get away and enjoy the outdoors. Recreation Visitors to the area enjoy river and stream fishing. The area has multiple opportunities for anglers and is a great place to catch trout. Boating is also popular on Nancytown Lake. The short and scenic

Directions From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North until Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North, travel approximately 30 miles; take a right onto Georgia Highway 136 East; proceed across approximately 2 miles; turn left onto Carters Dam Road; continue almost 2 miles and proceed straight into Northbank Day Use Area. Northbank 2800 Carters Dam Road Chatsworth, GA 30705 Phone 706-334-2248 Activities HIKING, DAY USE AREA, KAYAKING, CANOEING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Northbank Day Use Area is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including camping, hiking, boating, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and picnicking. Norhtbank provides an excellent view of both Carters Lake and the ReReg Lake from its location on top

Directions From Interstate 85 in South Carolina, take exit 11 onto State Highway 24 towards Townville. About 1.5 miles past Townville, turn right onto Coneross Creek Road. Proceed 2.5 miles and turn RIGHT onto South Friendship Road. Drive 3 miles to park entrance on LEFT. 200 OCONEE POINT RD, Seneca, SC 29678 Phone 888-893-0678 (HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE) Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE, WATER ACCESS Keywords OCON,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Road Conditions South Carolina State Tourism Overview Oconee Point Campground consists of 70 acres of gently sloping area with a relatively dense cover of pines and mixed hardwoods. . The site presently offers camping and boat-launching facilities including 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 70 public use camp sites with full water and electric hookups, 5 comfort stations (3 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2

Directions Take I-85 north to I-985, take Exit 8, turn left on Hwy 347/Friendship Rd., turn right on McEver Rd., turn left on Jim Crow Rd. and follow signs to the campground. Phone 770-967-6757 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, PICNICKING, SWIMMING SITE, SWIMMING, WATER ACTIVITIES, WATER ACCESS Keywords OLDF,LAKE LANIER,LAKE SIDNEY LANIER Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Old Federal Campground lies on the eastern banks of Lake Sidney Lanier in Northern Georgia. Popular for its aqua-blue waters and spectacular scenery, Lake Sidney Lanier hosts over 11 million visitors annually for fantastic fishing and boating opportunities. Recreation Old Federal Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, picnicking and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There’s also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers. Facilities There are 65

Directions From I-75 take exit 278 and turn south onto Glade Road. Turn right onto Highway 92/Lake Acworth Drive, then after a mile exit to the right which will loop around to Hwy 293/Main Street. At stop sign turn left onto Highway 293/Main Street and follow signs to the campground. Physical address: 6700 North Main Street Acworth, GA 30102 Phone 678-721-6700 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords OHW3,ALLATOONA LAKE,OLD HWY 41 3,ALLATOONA LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Old Highway 41 #3 Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia. Recreation Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the

Directions From I-75 take exit 277 and go east on Highway 92. After a mile, turn left onto Hunt Road, which will turn into Kellogg Creek Road. Campground entrance is on the right after two miles. Physical address: 2495 Kellogg Creek Road Acworth, GA 30102 Phone 678-721-6700 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords PAYN,ALLATOONA LAKE,PAYNE CAMPGROUND Allatoona Lak,ALLATOONA LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Payne Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia. Recreation Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and

Directions From I-85, take GA Exit 177, proceed south on GA Highway 77 for 5 miles. Follow directional signs last 10 miles to the campground. From Hartwell, GA, take Highway 51 north until you reach a four-way stop; turn left and follow directional signs to the campground. 518 Ramp Road Hartwell, GA 30643 Phone 888-893-0678 Activities CAMPING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords PAYC,PAYNES CREEK Hartwell Lake,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Paynes Creek is a steep to moderately sloping 399 acre site covered with mixed pines and hardwoods. The site presently offers campingand boat launching facilities as well as a multi-purpose trail. Existing facilities include1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 44 public use camp sites with full water and electric hookups, 3 comfort stations (2 with showers), 1 dump station, 2 boat ramps (1 inside campground and 1 outside), 1

Directions From I-20, take Exit 183 (Appling). Go north on HWY 221 approximately 6 miles. At the 4-way stop, go straight (HWY 221) another 2 miles. Campground road is on the left. Follow signs. Phone 706-541-9464 Activities CAMPING Keywords PETB,J STROM THURMOND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Petersburg Campground is located on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, just four miles from the Thurmond Dam and Visitor Center and 25 miles from Augusta, Georgia. The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking. 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 endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities. Hikers have access to

Directions From I-75, take Exit 320 (LaFayette/Resaca) and head west on Georgia State Route 136 for approximately 14 miles. Turn left onto Pocket Road and continue approximately 7 miles. The recreation area is on the left. The second driveway leads to the picnic shelter. Phone 706-695-6736 Activities HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING Keywords POCK,Pocket Recreation Area,CHATTAHOOCHEE-OCONEE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Pocket Picnic Shelter is a popular location for large groups that want to enjoy a secluded area. The densely forested area was a Civilian Conservation Corps camp from 1938 to 1942. Some remains of the old camp are still visible in the area. Recreation Visitors enjoy the 3.5-mile Pocket Foot Trail that loops between the picnic area and a nearby campground. Interpretive signs are placed along the route, including a brief description of the area. It

Directions From GA 77/State Route 366, take the first right onto Knox Bridge Crossing Road/GA 59. After two miles make a slight right onto Powers Road. Turn right onto GA 398 North, follow for 3.5 miles, then follow the brown directional signs to the site. 2195 POPLAR SRPINGS RD Lavonia, GA 30643 Phone 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords POPL,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Poplar Springs Recreation Area is a 24 acre site with moderate slopes with relatively dense stands of pines and mixed hardwoods. The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities, but is primarily used for boat launching and is one of the more popular launch sites in this area of Hartwell Lake. Facilities include 1 volunteer host campsite, 20 picnic sites, 1 standard picnic shelter with

Directions From West Point, Georgia, take U.S. Highway 29 north for 4 miles, then turn left The West Point Project sign and then travel a shirt distance to a right turn, into the campground entrance. Phone 706-645-2404 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords RSH1,WEST POINT LAKE,SHAEFER,SHAEFER HEARD,HEARD,WEST POINT PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview R. Shaefer Heard Campground is a waterfront facility on the southern shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia. This man-made lake has 525 miles of shoreline that provide excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, boating and other recreational activities. Recreation Whether sailing or power boating, West Point Lake is a boater’s paradise. There are boat ramps in 34 public recreation areas around the lake, including R. Shaefer Heard, as well as two privately owned full-service marinas. Fishing

Directions From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North until Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North, travel approximately 30 miles; take a right onto Georgia Highway 136 East; proceed across railroad tracks; turn left onto Old Highway 411 North, continue approximately 3/4 mile; turn right into Reregulation Dam Day Use Area. Re-Reg 10493 Old Hwy 411 Chatsworth, GA 30705 Phone 706-334-2248 Activities FISHING, HIKING, DAY USE AREA, BIRDING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Reregulation Dam Day Use Area is actually two day use areas situated on the North and South Sides of the Coosawattee River. Both areas provide picnic sites, fishing piers and water access. The South Regulation Area encompasses an award winning nature trail that has an easy hike rating and can be enjoyed by all. The North Regulation Area contains a shelter that can be reserved.

Directions From I-20 take Exit 183 (Appling). Go north on HWY 221 approximately 6 miles. At 4-way stop, go left (GA HWY 47) and drive approximately 5 miles. Campground road is on right. Follow signs. Phone 706-541-0282 Activities CAMPING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords RIDG,J STROM THURMOND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Ridge Road Campground is located on a scenic peninsula on J. Strom Thurmond Lake, and is one of the area’s first campgrounds. The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking. 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 endless boating, waterskiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities. Many miles of hiking trails

Directions From Highway 187, turn onto Old Robert’s Church Road and follow brown directional signs. 710 RIVER FORKS RD, Anderson, SC 29626 Phone 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords RIVF,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Tourism South Carolina State Road Conditions Overview River Forks Recreation Area is a 182 acre gently sloping site with a relatively dense tree cover consisting primarily of pines. The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities consisting of 1 gatehouse/entrance, 38 picnic sites, 2 standard picnic shelters with water and electric service, 1 two lane boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2 comfort stations, 3 playgrounds, 3 designated swim areas/beaches, 1 volleyball pit, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. The area experiences high levels of intense public use during peak recreation season. Recreation Boating

Directions Take US 400 north exit 14, turn right on Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Rd, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Rd. Campground is on the left. Phone 770-887-0592 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, PICNICKING, SWIMMING SITE, SWIMMING, WATER ACTIVITIES, WATER ACCESS Keywords SAWN,LAKE LANIER,SUWANEE,LAKE SIDNEY LANIER,BUFORD DAM Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Sawnee Campground lies just north of the Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The campground features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to boating and swimming. The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, over 11 million people come to visit. Recreation Sawnee Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing and swimming. On the lake there are opportunities for wake

Directions From Hartwell, Georgia. follow U.S. Highway 29 east for about 6 miles and look for signs. 6001 US HWY 29 SOUTH, Starr, SC 29684 Phone 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords SILP,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Tourism South Carolina State Road Conditions Overview Singing Pines Recreation Area consists of 42 acres. The site presently offers day-use and boat-launching facilities consisting of 1 gatehouse/entrance, 57 picnic sites, 2 standard picnic shelters with water and electric service, 5 mini-shelters, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2 comfort stations, 2 playground areas, 2 designated swim areas/beaches, 1 fishing pier, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. The area experiences high levels of intense public use during peak recreation season. Recreation Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake. Sought-after

Directions From Interstate 85 in South Carolina, take exit 11 onto Highway 187 south. Turn on Providence Church Road and follow signs to the park. 1915 PROVIDENCE CHURCH ROAD Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 888-893-0678 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SPRF,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Tourism South Carolina State Road Conditions Overview Springfield Campground is one of Hartwells most popular camping destinations consisting of 60 acres of primarily Virginia pine and some mixed hardwoods. The area presently offers 1 gatehouse/entrance, 2 park attendant campsites, 79 public campsites with full water and electric hookups, 6 comfort stations (4 with showers), 1 dump station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 3 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach, and associated paved roads and parking areas throughout. Recreation Fishing is one of the most popular activities at the lake. Sought-after species include largemouth bass, bream, crappie,

Directions From I-75 take exit 290 and head east on Highway 20 toward Canton/Rome. After approximately 12 miles turn right onto Fields Chapel Road and follow for 2 miles into the campground. From I-575 take extit 16. Follow Highway 20 west toward Cartersville, after 5 miles turn left on Fields Chapel Road and follow for 2 miles into the campground. Physical address: Sweetwater Campground, 1400 Fields Chapel Road CANTON, GA 30114 Phone 678-721-6700 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SWEE,ALLATOONA LAKE,ALLATOONA LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Sweetwater Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia. Recreation Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing,

Directions From I-75, take exit 290 which is the Hwy 20 exit. Northbound traffic will turn right onto Hwy 20 and southbound traffic will turn left onto Hwy 20. Go east on Hwy 20 towards Canton for approximately 10.2 miles. Turn right onto Fields Chapel Road (gas station on the corner). Travel 1.4 miles go past the campground entrance (on right) and road will dead end into the entrance of the Day Use Area. From I-575, take exit 14 which is the Hwy 5 exit. Northbound will turn left onto Hwy 5 and southbound traffic will turn right onto Hwy 5. Turn left onto Butterworth Road and travel 1.7 miles to the traffic light at Hwy 20. Turn left onto Hwy 20 West and go 2.6 miles. Turn left onto Fields Chapel Road (gas station on the corner). Travel 1.4 miles go past the campground entrance (on right) and road

Directions Physical address is 154 Toto Creek Park Rd., Dawsonville, GA 30506 From Georgia Highway 400 North, exit left for Harmony Church Rd. heading east; stay straight onto Price Rd.; turn right on Toto Creek Park Rd.; turn right to continue on Toto Creek Park Rd.; road dead ends into park. From Georgia Highway 400 South, exit right for Harmony Church Rd. heading east; stay straight onto Price Rd.; turn right on Toto Creek Park Rd.; turn right to continue on Toto Creek Park Rd.; road dead ends into park. Phone 770-945-9531 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Toto Creek Campground lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to picnicking and

Directions From Clemson, South Carolina, take Highway 133 north for almost two miles. Twelve Mile will be on the left. 113 TWELVE MILE PARK, Clemson, SC 29631 Phone 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, WATER ACCESS Keywords TWEL,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Road Conditions South Carolina State Tourism Overview Twelve Mile Recreation Area consists of 26 acres of pine and mixed hardwood. The interior portion of Twelve Mile is moderately sloping although the picnic area itself is quite gentle. The site presently offers day use and boat launching facilities including 1 gatehouse/entrance, 49 picnic sites, 2 standard picnic shelters with water and electric service, 1 two lane boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock, 2 comfort stations, 2 playgrounds, 1 designated swim area/beach with 60 iron framed footbridge for access, and associated paved roads and parking areas

Directions Take Interstate 85 to exit 14 and merge onto Highway 187. After passing Clemson Research Center, turn left onto Fants Grove Road and follow directional signs to the park. 140 Winnebego Trail, Pendleton, SC 29670 Phone 888-893-0678 (HARTWELL LAKE OFFICE) Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords TWI2,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Road Conditions South Carolina State Tourism Overview Twin Lakes Recreation Area is a 152-acre site consisting of a dense overstory of pines and mixed hardwoods. The site presently offers camping and a separate day use and boat launching area. Day use and camping facilities are separated to prevent user conflicts. The area is moderate to gently sloping with the northernmost campsites being located on the steepest terrain. Campgrounds facilities presently include a gatehouse/entrance, 2 Park Attendant campsites, 102 public campsites, 1 picnic shelter, 5 comfort stations with showers, 2

Directions From I-75 take exit 290 and head east on Highway 20 toward Canton/Rome. After 4 miles, turn right onto Wilderness Camp Road, then take a left onto Chitwood Cemetery Road and follow the signs to the campground. Physical address: 80 Chitwood Cove Road White, GA 30184 Phone 678-721-6700 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords UPSC,ALLATOONA LAKE,ALLATOONA LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Upper Stamp Creek Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia. Recreation Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. The lake is annually restocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish,

Directions Take I-85 north to I-985, take Exit 8, turn left on Highway 347/Friendship Road. Turn right on McEver Road, then left on Gaines Ferry Road and follow signs to the campground. Phone 770-967-6315 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, PICNICKING, WATER ACTIVITIES, WATER ACCESS Keywords VAN PUGH SOUTH CAMPGROUND (GA),Van Pugh South Campground,LAKE LANIER,LAKE SIDNEY LANIER Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Van Pugh South Campground lies on the banks of Lake Sidney Lanier in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Northern Georgia. The popular lake boasts nearly 700 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands, providing over 11 million annual visitors with limitless recreation opportunities. Recreation Lake Lanier offers excellent boating, fishing and swimming. The lake offers additional opportunities for kayaking, wake boarding and much more. Facilities The campground contains 37 sites with water and electric hookups and

Directions From I-575, take exit 11 and turn west onto Sixes Road. After 2.5 miles turn left on Bells Ferry Road and follow the signs to the campground. Physical address: 937 Victoria Landing Drive Woodstock, GA 30189 Phone 678-721-6700 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords VICT,ALLATOONA LAKE,ALLATOONA LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Victoria Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia. Recreation Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at

Directions Watsadler Campground Address: 286 Watsadler Road, Hartwell, Ga 30643. From I-85 North in Georgia, take exit 177 onto Highway 77 towards Hartwell, Georgia. In Hartwell, take Hwy 29 North towards Anderson, South Carolina. Continue approximately 4 miles, take a Left onto Watsadler Road; entrance will be a short distance down on the right. From I-85 South in South Carolina, take exit 14 (Hwy 187) and follow Hwy 187 until the 4-way stop with Hwy 29. Take a right onto Hwy 29 towards Hartwell, Georgia. After crossing into Georgia, continue approximately 1.5 miles and take a right onto Watsadler Road, campground will be a short distance down on the right. Phone 888-893-0678 (HARTWELL LAKE OFFICE) Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING Keywords WATS,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Watsadler Campground is a 36 acre site consisting of a relatively

Directions From Interstate 85, take Exit 4 and turn East onto Old Dobbins Bridge Road.Turn right on Andersonville Road and follow the brown directional signs. Hattons Ford ramp is located at the end of Andersonville Road. Townville, SC, 29689 Phone 888-893-0678 HARTWELL PROJECT OFFICE Activities BOATING, FISHING, PICNICKING, SWIMMING, WATER ACCESS Keywords WELD,HARTWELL LAKE PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images South Carolina State Tourism South Carolina State Road Conditions Overview Weldon Island Recreation Area is a 138 acre siteconsisting of mixed hardwoods and pines, with fairly steep terrain. Area is currently developed as two separate day-use areas identified as Weldon Island and Hattons Ford and loacted less than .5 mile apart. Weldon Island presently offers day-use and boat launching facilities consisting of 11 picnic sites, 1 picnic shelter with water and electric service, 1 comfort station, 1 boat ramp, 1 courtesy dock and associated paved roads and parking

Directions From Clarks Hill, SC, west on US 221, go across Thurmond Dam; area is on the Georgia side of the dam. Phone 800-533-3478 Activities FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE, SWIMMING Keywords WESD,J STROM THURMOND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview West Dam Recreation Area is one of the most popular parks on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. With 70,000 acres of surface-area and 1,000+ miles of shoreline, J. Strom Thurmond Lake provides excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking opportunities. Recreation Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern US. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities. Hikers have access to many miles of trails in the area. The 1.8-mile

Directions From Lagrange, Georgia, travel west on State Route 109 for about 7 miles. After crossing the first bridge across the lake, travel approximately one more mile, then turn left onto Thompson Road. After a mile, bear left and watch for the sign. Phone 706-884-8972 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, WATER ACTIVITIES Keywords WHRI,WEST POINT LAKE,WHITETAIL,WEST POINT PROJECT Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Whitetail Ridge Campground is a waterfront facility on the western shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia. This man-made lake has 525 miles of shoreline that provide excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, boating and other recreational activities. Recreation Whether sailing or power boating, West Point Lake is a boater’s paradise. There are boat ramps in 34 public recreation areas around the lake, including Amity, as well as two privately owned full-service marinas. Fishing

Directions From Clayton, Georgia, take Warwoman Road east for about 12 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 157 and continue for 2 miles to the campground on the left. Phone 706-754-6221 Activities CAMPING, HORSEBACK RIDING, HUNTING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, HORSE CAMPING Keywords KNOB,CHATTAHOOCHEE-OCONEE NF – FS,HORSE CAMP Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Georgia State Tourism Overview Located in the northern Georgia mountains, far from civilization, Willis Knob Horse Campground is one of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests most beloved horse-lover hideaways. The campground features equestrian camping, riding and hiking trails and fishing in the nearby Chattooga River. Recreation The 12.5-mile Rocky Gap Trail and the 15-mile Willis Knob Trail provide some of the most scenic horseback riding and hiking in the southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the trails descend into the vast Chattooga River. The 10.7-mile Chattooga River

Directions 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. Phone 706-541-0147 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HUNTING, WATER SPORTS Keywords WINF,J STROM THURMOND LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Road Conditions Georgia State Tourism Overview Winfield Campground is located on the Little River near Mistletoe State Park on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking. Recreation Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern US. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities. Mistletoe State Park is nearby, offering

Directions From Atlanta, take I-75 north to Exit 293; follow Highway 411 north. Turn right on Highway 136, then left on old Highway 411. Turn right on Highway 282/76. Campground is located 4.5 miles off Highway 282. From Ellijay, GA, take Highway 282/76 west for 11 miles to the access road and follow signs to the campground. Physical Address, 5600, Woodring Branch Rd, Ellijay,GA,30540 Phone 706-276-6050 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords WOO1,CARTERS LAKE,CARTERS,CARTERS LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Woodring Branch Campground is located in the North Georgia Mountains on the beautiful Carters Lake Project, which is just a short 70 miles north of Atlanta. Carters Lake provides clean, safe, and quiet campgrounds that help you escape the hustle and bustle of your day to day routine and relax with your family. Woodring Branch offers boating, hiking, mountain biking,

Directions From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North until Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North, travel approximately 30 miles; take a right onto Georgia Highway 136 East; proceed across railroad tracks; turn left onto Old Highway 411 North, continue approximately six (6) miles and turn right onto Highway 76, travel approximately 3.5 miles and turn right onto Woodring Branch Road; proceed almost five (5) miles and continue straight into Woodring Branch Day Use Area. Woodring 5600 Woodring Branch Road Ellijay, GA 30540 Phone 706-334-2248 Activities BIKING, BOATING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, DAY USE AREA, MOUNTAIN BIKING, KAYAKING, CANOEING, BIRDING Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Georgia State Tourism Georgia State Road Conditions Overview Woodring Day Use Area is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of