Best Camping in Georgia

Camping in Georgia

From the rocky terrain of the North Georgia mountains to the sandy shores of its coast, you are sure to find a camping experience you’ll love in the Peach State. Keep these options in mind as you plan your Georgia camping trip:

Georgia State Parks

Georgia State Parks are a source for both recreation and respite. All of Georgia’s 48 state parks have hiking trails, and those with water access may offer day-time recreation activities, including boating, fishing, and water play.

When it is time for rest, retreat to your tent or RV camping site. Most sites offer fire rings and picnic tables. Hot showers are an option too if your campsite is near the public bathhouse.

Ready to start camping in Georgia? You may want to consider some of the more popular state parks:

See more Georgia State Parks.

Georgia National Parks

Georgia’s only national park, Cumberland Island National Seashore, is not suited for RV camping as tent sites are only accessible by boat or ferry. Reservations are required for camping at all five of its campgrounds.

These two campgrounds offer amenities like fire rings with grills, flush toilets, cold showers, and food storage:

The following three wilderness campsites have well water (which needs to be treated) and cell phone reception. All food and trash should be stored off the ground, and cooking must be with camp stoves only (no fires).

The five campgrounds limit stays to seven consecutive nights so more visitors can enjoy the park.

Georgia RV Parks

If you are camping with your RV, you can choose between a privately owned RV park or campground. These parks will vary in their convenience and amenities. Some parks will only offer water/electricity, while others provide full hookups, playgrounds, and community events.

Learn more about Georgia RV Parks.

Free Camping in Georgia

There are options for free RV camping and free tent camping in Georgia.

  • No-cost RV camping is available on Public Lands overseen by the USDA Forest Service. There are designated boondocking or dispersed RV sites at both the Chattahoochee National Forest and the Oconee National Forest.
  • No-cost primitive tent camping is available within the national forests at designated tent sites.
  • No-cost primitive camping is available at some of Georgia’s Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) in designated areas.

Learn more about Free Camping in Georgia.

Georgia National Forests

The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is two separate national forests. The Chattahoochee National Forest is in the north Georgia mountains, and the Oconee National Forest is in eastern Georgia.  

Both forests are considered a “hiker’s paradise” due to the abundant trails and wildlife. If you enjoy more mountainous terrain, you might enjoy camping at the Chattahoochee National Forest. The Oconee National Forest has a flatter topography.  

Both forests are a variety of campgrounds, tent sites, and RV sites. There are dispersed and primitive sites for those seeking a more natural experience. There are developed campgrounds with picnic tables, fire rings, showers, utilities, and flush toilets for those who require amenities. Amenities will vary by site, and reservations are sometimes required.

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Recent Georgia Campground Reviews

Mar 18, 2024

"Great getaway state park"

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We enjoyed the trails, visiting the museum and learning about the mounds' structure and purpose. No cell signal at the campround. The bathrooms had hot water and were kept clean. Great new playground in the campground if you have children. Did spot a couple gators in the water, always a treat. All the sites look well kept and didn't see a bad...
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Hillarie
6 reviews
Waycross, GA

Pebble Hill RV Resort

Mar 17, 2024

"Boathouse long way from campsites"

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Campground nice and clean. Rate was $50 without discount. Large gravel site fairly level. Close to highway so some noise from trucks. Clubhouse, showers, and bathrooms a long walk from campsites so did not review. Lauren was friendly and helpful. WiFi worked but no cable tv. Was ok for one night. Would not stay long term unless we had family...
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5 reviews
Mar 15, 2024

"Lovely Campground On Lake Lanier"

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This is a lovely campground on Lake Lanier, we were at spot #5 which is right on the water and had a perfect sunrise view. Bathhouse is a little older than other parks but clean and everything worked.

camper-850729
5 reviews

"RV Park And A Meat Market! "

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Great overnight and Carrol’s Sausage is full of delicious food!! Pros: - Meat Market! - Easy access - Pull through sites - Giant peanut statue - FHU - Well maintained - $10 off at Carrol’s Sausage Cons: - Road noise - Not much for amenities - no playgrounds, bathrooms, pool, activities, etc.

Mar 14, 2024

"Lovely Campground In the Mountains "

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We enjoyed our stay here and the area is beautiful. Pros: - Really kind and friendly staff - Beautiful spot - Quiet - Dog park - Playground - Pools and sauna - You can tell they put effort and care into the park Cons: - Sites a little tight, but we fit our 43’ fifth wheel. - Kids hours for the pool is a short window, but I appreciate...
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