Flooding and storm damage from recent rain, snowmelt and storms have forced several temporary closures across the state.
Avery Lake State Forest Campground
Avery Lake State Forest Campground
This more secluded, rustic campground is nestled among hardwoods on Avery Lake. There are 16 sites for tent and small trailer use, 10 of which will accommodate a 40-foot long vehicle or trailer, and three walk-in, tent-only sites.
The campground is located 9 miles southwest of Atlanta via County Road 487 and Avery Lake Road.
Latitude 44.931703493100002 Longitude -84.187062471800004
What to expect, finding a site
These rustic campgrounds offer stunning river and lakefront settings, perfect for fishing, boating, and paddling. Here's what you can expect:
- No reservations. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- There are vault toilets.
- Potable (drinking) water is available from a hand-pump well.
- No electrical available.
- Overnight fees ($20 for most sites) and registration procedures are posted at the information kiosk at each campground.
- Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay.
- One camping unit and six people are allowed per site.
Rates, dates and more
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