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Andrews Cove - 706-782-3320
Campground Fishing Amenities: Fishing for trout in Andrews Creek is popular among visitors. Check State fishing regulations before fishing. Andrews Cove offers convenient vehicle access from Hwy 75, a cool mountain stream and peaceful atmosphere. No Drinking water.
Camping fee is required.
Open Dates: This area is open from mid-June until late summer.
Directions: Take Georgia 75 north from Helen for approximately 5.5 miles.
Contact 706-782-3320 - USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District
Andrews Cove Site Map |
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Chattahoochee River Campground - 706-782-3320
Campground Fishing Amenities: Located high in the north Georgia mountains and far from civilization, this area offers fishing along the headwaters of the Chattahoochee River. The Chattahoochee River Recreation Area has toilets accessible to people with disabilities. Drinking water is available. Note Expect narrow, curving and steep roads to and from the area. Loop through recreation area is grave.
Open Dates Area opens late March and closes mid December. Open for wildlife management area hunts in November and December. This area is open 24 hours a day for camping use. Spring through fall are best times for camping.
Directions: Take GA 75 north from Helen for approx. 8 miles. Just beyond mile marker 15 turn left onto the graveled Chattahoochee River Road and follow for 5 miles.
Contact 706-782-3320 - USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District |
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Cooper Creek Campground - 706-745-6928
Campground Fishing Amenities: Fishing in Cooper Creek and in Mulky Creek for stocked and wild trout is popular. Cooper Creek Scenic Area joins the recreation area and features 1,240 acres with fishing in tributaries of Cooper Creek. Good, hard surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 4; this road is a gravel road and is crooked and steep in parts. Restrooms have railings to assist people with disabilities; path to restrooms is not paved and there is a hill and a step to enter. People who have a disability may need assistance to get into the restrooms. Drinking water.
Open Dates: The area is open from late March until the end of October
Directions: From Blue Ridge, take Hwy. 76 east for 5 miles to Morganton; turn right on Hwy. 60 south for 16 miles. Turn left on Forest Service Road 4 for 6 miles.
Contact 706-745-6928 - USDA Forest Service, Blue Ridge Ranger District |
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Deep Hole Campground - 706-745-6928
Campground Fishing Amenities: Located along the banks of the Toccoa River, this recreation area offers fishing. The canoe launch makes river access very easy. Floating down the Toccoa River is very popular among visitors. Fishing for rock and smallmouth bass, rainbow and brown trout is popular among anglers. Deep Hole Recreation Area has toilets and drinking water available. Restrooms and some campsites are accessible to people with disabilities; path to canoe launch and fishing deck is also accessible.
Open Dates Area is open all year and is open 24 hours a day for campers.
Open Dates Area is open all year and is open 24 hours a day for campers.
Directions: From Blue Ridge, take Hwy. 76 east for 5 miles to Morganton; turn right on Hwy. 60 south for 16 miles.
Contact 706-745-6928 - USDA Forest Service, Blue Ridge Ranger District
Cooper Creek Campground Site Map |
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DeSoto Falls Campground - 706-745-6928
Campground Fishing Amenities: Located in the north Georgia mountains, this area offers fishing along beautiful Frogtown Creek. Fishing in Frogtown Creek with a State fishing license and trout stamp for native and stocked trout is popular. Loop through recreation area is paved. Desoto Falls Recreation Area has toilets and drinking water available.
Open Dates Early May until late October. This area is open 24 hours a day for campers use.
Directions: Take U.S. 129 north from Cleveland for 15 miles, or Hwy. 19 north from Dahlonega for about 18 miles.
Contact 706-745-6928 - USDA Forest Service, Blue Ridge Ranger District |
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Dockery Lake Campground - 706-745-6928
Campground Fishing Amenities: Overlooking Dockery Lake and nestled deep off the side of a mountain, this recreation area offers great fishing. Fishing in Dockery Lake is popular. Check State fishing regulations before fishing. Loop through recreation area is gravel. Restrooms and drinking water are available.
Directions: Take Georgia 60 north from Dahlonega for 12 miles, turn right (east) on Forest Service Road 654 for 1 mile.
Contact 706-745-6928 - USDA Forest Service, Blue Ridge Ranger District |
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Frank Gross Campground - 706-745-6928
Campground Fishing Amenities: Located far from civilization, fishing in Rock Creek and Mill Creek for stocked and wild trout is popular. Good, hard-surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 69; this is a gravel road and is crooked and steep in parts. Restrooms have railings but are small; path to restrooms is paved. Drinking water is available.
Open Dates Area is open from late March until the end of October
Open Dates Area is open from late March until the end of October
Directions: From Blue Ridge, take Hwy. 76 east for 5 miles to Morganton; turn right on Hwy. 60 south for 15 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 69 for 5 miles.
Contact 706-745-6928 - USDA Forest Service, Blue Ridge Ranger District |
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Lake Conasauga Campground - 706-695-6736
Campground Fishing Amenities: This beautiful 19-acre lake is the highest in Georgia. Visitors can enjoy swimming, boating (electric motors only) and fishing. Fishing for bass, bream, and trout is popular among visitors. Restrooms and drinking water are available.
Open Dates Area opens mid-April and closes late October; gates open at 7 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. daily.
Directions: Take U.S. 411 north from Chatsworth for 4 miles; turn right (east) at traffic light in Eton; Follow Forest Service Road 18 east for 10 miles; turn left (northeast) on Forest Service Road 68 for 10 miles.
Contact 706-695-6736 - USDA Forest Service, Conasauga Ranger District |
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Lake Russell Campground - 706-782-3320
Campground Fishing Amenities: Located along the shore of the 100-acre Lake Russell, fishing for bass, bream, perch and catfish is popular.
Open Dates Area is open from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day. This area is open 24 hours a day for campers use. Yearlong for fishing and boating
Open Dates Area is open from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day. This area is open 24 hours a day for campers use. Yearlong for fishing and boating
Directions: Take GA 365/U.S. 23 North from Gainesville past Cornelia to Hwy 197. Turn right for approximately 3 miles until dead-end. Right on Dicks Hill Parkway for approx. ¾ mile. Turn left onto the paved Lake Russell Road.
Contact 706-782-3320 - USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District |
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Lake Sinclair Beach Campground - 706-485-7110
Campground Fishing and Beach Amenities: Located along the shore of beautiful Lake Sinclair, this recreation area offers boating, fishing and swimming. The swimming area and beach are located at the end of the main area road. Fishing for bass, crappie, bream and catfish is popular among visitors. Check State fishing regulations before fishing. A boat launch is also located at this recreation area. Main road through campground is paved; loops roads are gravel or paved. The only restroom facility easily accessible is at the group reservation area, but it has no railings and narrow stalls. Restrooms for Loop D are accessible, but not from the upper side. Area has drinking water.
Open Dates Area is open mid-April from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. and closes mid-December.
Directions: Take U.S. 129 south from Eatonton for 10 miles; turn left (east) on Georgia 212 for 1 mile; then left on Twin Bridges Road for 1 mile; follow signs to the area on left.
Contact 706-485-7110 - USDA Forest Service, Oconee Ranger District |
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Lake Winfield Scott Campground - 706-745-6928
Campground Amenities: Overlooking beautiful 18-acre Lake Winfield Scott in the north Georgia mountains, this recreation area is popular for boating and fishing. LA paved boat launch is located near the head of the lake. Loop through recreation area is paved. Five pull-through sites and two double sites are available. Drinking water and restrooms are available during open season. Restrooms are not accessible to people with disabilities.
Open Dates The camping area is open from late April until late October. During winter months, drinking water is not available and the restroom is a privy.
Directions: Take U.S. 19 and 129 south from Blairsville for 10 miles; turn right (west) on Georgia 180 for 7 miles.
Contact 706-745-6928 - USDA Forest Service, Blue Ridge Ranger District |
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Morganton Point Campground - 706-745-6928
Campground Amenities: Overlooking beautiful clear 3,290-acre Lake Blue Ridge in the north Georgia mountains, this recreation area offers boating, fishing and swimming. A paved boat launch has two ramps and is located near the campground. Loop through the recreation area is paved. Restrooms and one accessible restroom.
Open Dates Area is open from mid-April until late-October. Day-use only except for camping; gates open at 7 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. First come, first serve camping.
Open Dates Area is open from mid-April until late-October. Day-use only except for camping; gates open at 7 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. First come, first serve camping.
Directions: Take U.S. 515 south from Blue Ridge for 4 miles to GA 60; turn right and go 3 miles to Morganton. In Morganton, turn right on County Rd 616 for 1 mile.
Contact 706-745-6928 - USDA Forest Service, Blue Ridge Ranger District |
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Mulky Campground - 706-745-6928
Campground Amenities: Located along beautiful Cooper Creek, this recreation area offers great fishing. Fishing in Cooper Creek and in Mulky Creek for stocked and wild trout is popular. Cooper Creek Scenic Area joins Cooper Creek Recreation Area and features 1,240 acres with hiking trails and fishing more tributaries of Cooper Creek. Good, hard-surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 4; this is a gravel road and is crooked and steep in parts. Facility and restrooms are accessible to the disabled. Drinking water is available.
Open Dates Area is open from late March until the end of October.
Directions: From Blue Ridge, take Hwy. 76 east for 5 miles to Morganton; turn right on Hwy. 60 south for 16 miles. Turn left on Forest Service Road 4 for 5 miles.
Contact 706-745-6928 - USDA Forest Service, Blue Ridge Ranger District |
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Oconee River Campground - 706-485-7110
Campground Amenities: Located along the bank of the Oconee river, this recreation area offers boating and fishing. The boat launch is located at the end of the main area road. Fishing for bass, crappie, bream and catfish is popular among visitors. Check State fishing regulations before fishing. Main road through campground is paved. Some of the campsites are accessible to people with disabilities, as are the restrooms. Drinking water available.
Open all year from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Directions: Take Georgia 15 northwest from Greensboro for 12 miles; area is adjacent to highway.
Contact 706-485-7110 - USDA Forest Service, Oconee Ranger District |
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Rabun Beach Campground - 706-782-3320
Campground Amenities: Overlooking beautiful Lake Rabun and the north Georgia mountains, this recreation area offers swimming, boating and fishing. The swim area has two picnic tables, a roped-off area for swimmers, and restrooms. A boat launch area is near the swimming area. Lake Rabun is home to bass, bream, perch, trout and catfish. Check State regulations before you fish. A paved road leads through the recreation area. Sites have a grill, picnic table, lantern post and tent pad. Drinking water is available.
Open Dates The area opens mid-April and closes mid-November. Gates open at 7 a.m. and close at 10 p.m.
Directions: Take U.S. 441/23 south from Clayton for 5.4 miles; turn right on Wiley Connector for 0.1 mile; turn left (south) on Georgia 15(Historic 441) for 1.4 miles; turn right on Lake Rabun Road (County Road 10) for 5 miles. If pulling a trailer, the best route is to go west on Hwy 76 for 7 miles; turn left on Charlie Mtn. Road for 3.5 miles; turn right on Bridge Creek Road for 2 miles; turn left on Burton Dam Road for 5.4 miles. The campground will be on your left.
Contact 706-782-3320 - USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District |
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Sandy Bottom Campground - 706-782-3320
Campground Amenities: Rugged mountain scenery and the Tallulah River plunging by make this a beautiful place to fish. The Tallulah River offers good trout fishing. Hiking through nearby Coleman River Scenic Area is popular. The Coleman River Trail parallels the river for 1 mile through stands of large old-growth timber. Good, hard-surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 70; expect a narrow, gravel road that is crooked and steep in parts.
Open Dates The area is open from late March until the end of October.
Directions: Take U.S. 76 west from Clayton for 8 miles; turn right (north) on unnumbered paved county road for 4 miles; turn left (northwest) on Forest Service Road 70 for 5 miles.
Contact 706-782-3320 - USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District |
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Tallulah River Campground - 706-782-3320
Campground Amenities: Rugged mountain scenery and the Tallulah River plunging by make this a beautiful place to fish. The Tallulah and Coleman Rivers offer good trout fishing for anglers. Good, hard-surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 70; expect narrow gravel road that is crooked and steep in parts. Restrooms are accessible to people with disabilities. Drinking water is available.
Open Dates Area is open from late March until the end of October
Directions: Take U.S. 76 west from Clayton for 8 miles; turn right (north) on unnumbered paved county road for 4 miles; turn left (northwest) on Forest Service Road 70 for 1 mile.
Contact 706-782-3320 - USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District |
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Tate Branch Campground - 706-782-3320
Campground Amenities: Located at the junction of the Tallulah River and Tate Branch, this recreation area offers terrific fishing. Trout fishing is good along the Tallulah River and Tate Branch. Check State fishing regulations before fishing. Good, hard-surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 70; expect narrow gravel road that is crooked and steep in parts. Drinking water is available.
Open all year
Directions: Take U.S. 76 west from Clayton for 8 miles; turn right (north) on unnumbered paved county road for 4 miles; turn left (northwest) on Forest Service Road 70 for 4 miles.
Contact 706-782-3320 - USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District |
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Willis Knob Campground - 706-782-3320
Campground Amenities: Located in the north Georgia mountains and far from civilization, this area offers fishing in the nearby Chattooga River. Fishing along the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River and in Warwoman Creek is also popular. Check State regulations before fishing. Warwoman Road is paved, but Forest Road 157 and campground loops are gravel.
The lower loop offers one double-unit site and three single-unit sites; the upper loop has one double-unit site and one single-unit site. There are toilet facilities, drinking water and a spring-fed watering trough. Restrooms are accessible to people with disabilities and you can expect a moderate level of accessibility at the other facilities.
Open all year
Open all year
Directions: From Clayton, go east on Warwoman Road for 11.6 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 157, camping area is about 2 miles on the left.
Contact 706-782-3320 - USDA Forest Service, Chattooga River Ranger District |
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