Old Federal Campground

Recent, prior reviews are accurate. Site 18 is on the northern, tent only loop and all sites look like they're at least 75% shaded. That is welcome because with little wind and real feel temperature, including humidity, at 104 deg. during our stay in August the heat was quite oppressive for a northerner. Fortunately, a nice, sandy beach was a short talk down hill and the lake was refreshing. The full connection sites to the south had much less or no shade. It appeared the everyone had a/c though (I wish I had it at night). I had very strong, fast Verizon 4G. I don't know what 5G was like.

I’m pretty sure every single spot has water views as the campground is on a small collection of peninsulas jutting out into the lake. This area of the lake is wider and busier so there is a lot of boat activity including sail boats.

We stayed here for a little over a week while needing to be in the area for other commitments, we only wish we had more time to actually hang out and enjoy our spot at the campground.

Bathhouses left much to be desired, so we just used our rig for everything.

Excellent service/speeds with AT&T so didn’t test anything else.

Level site with easy paved access. Fit 18’ trailer with Silverado + Camry (barely). Each has a small grill, fire pit, and picnic table. Great view of Lake Lanier. Little beach within walking distance. Campsites are right beside each other, but not so close that you can hear your neighbor’s conversation (most of the time). Bathrooms and showers within walking distance (fairly clean). Gate closes at 10:30p with no in/out access. No alcohol allowed in park. Closet gas station and restaurant about 8 minutes away. Not a ton to do in the general area except swim/fish/rent a boat. There are some smaller hiking trails a short drive away.

As they say in realty.. location, location, location! This campground has spectacular views from just about every single spot. Ours had just about 200 degrees of flawless views of the lake and some woods. It is a smaller site compared to the others but it is perfect for a Bclass or tent and van setup. We did experience some heavy rain and wind but that’s nobody’s fault. We will most definitely come back in the new year as they seem to have closed for the winter.. what a shame, we’d love to spend a thanksgiving there.

This is the case 3rd COE campground I’ve stayed at in recent weeks. And Old Federal impressed like the others.
Site #42 might be the only site without trees; but I loved the full view of the lake! The site is at the end of a cove and it was so peaceful to hear the little waves lapping against the shore.
While I loved the site, it wasn’t as secluded as others in the campground and my neighbor was very close. The walk to the bathroom was also farther than most other sites, I believe.
On Friday and Saturday night I could here music in the distance till maybe 9 or a bit later. I’m not sure if it was from within the campground or across the lake. It was nice to be able to hear and know that people where enjoying the evening.

RV lake life doesnt get any better than this! We were on the lake, and had a level and shaded campsite. We felt we had distance from our neighbors. Decent shade from some mature trees. Our campsite (38) gave us stunning sunset views and meant the sun rose behind us so we could sit out and have coffee for several hours each morning. Staff were amazing and very friendly. Will be back!