Discover the best campgrounds near Athens, Georgia with swimming

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Athens

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Lakeside RV Resort

2 sites · RVs9 acres · Hull, GA

9.3 Acres of Private Serenity! 80 Acre private lake with dock, fire pit, covered pavilion, long quiet walks through the woods. Our famous Ila Cafe is only 5 minutes away! 20 minutes to Athens Restaurant, UGA Campus and Georgia Football! And only 20 minutes to Commerce Outlet Malls and Walmart, 15 minutes to the Boutier Winery, 30 minutes to Watson Mill State Park, located directly on an 80 acre reservoir lake! Enjoy fishing, kayaking, swimming, taking long walks, hiking, or just relaxing! Beautiful Lake View Campsite! Full Hook-ups! No motorboats. 50 Amp & 30 Amp Service. You'll have access to a Fire Pit and Pavillon; a Gas/Charcoal Grill, along with a dock on an 80 Acre Fishing Lake, and 2 double Kayaks with life vests. Swimming, Hiking, Fishing, Kayaking, Roasting Marshmallows, Picnicking or just Relaxing. Pets are welcome, on leashes, portable water, picnic tables, wifi, and trash bins are available on property. Camp fires are permitted (outside of burn bans), and firewood is available for sale on site. Guests love staying with us: "My wife, 2 dogs, and I had an amazing weekend stay at Debbie's campsite. The RV site was level and all the hookups were conveniently located and worked great. Her lakefront property is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed walking our dogs around the property and also taking some camping chairs down to the dock to take in the sunset. The firepit can hold a massive fire and I would definitely recommend buying some firewood from Debbie as it is perfectly seasoned and burns great. We really appreciated having the gas grill/charcoal combo grill on site to cook dinners on and there is plenty of space to play some yard games (cornhole, frisbee etc). We will absolutely come back!"

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Wooded Camping at Pond

3 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Cleveland, GA

Private camping surrounded by woodland and tranquility just above pond. Helen attractions within 15 minutes near Chattahoochee River: Yonah Mountain, Hiking Trails, Waterfalls, Wineries & Vineyards, and much more! - Upper site is just past gated entrance and perfect for tents and small campers. - Lower site (seasonal) is very unique, tucked into hillside. 4WD is recommended for lower site. * If bringing a RV or small camping trailer, please read details about size limits.

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Brooks Lake, a piece of Heaven

30 sites · RVs, Tents56 acres · Conyers, GA

Under new owners and new onsite managers. Privately owned Brooks Lake, located just 25 miles east of Atlanta and 5 miles North of I-20 in Conyers, Georgia. Brooks Lake is a peaceful retreat to the outdoors where you can meditate or be as active as you wish. 56 acres of rolling hills, shaded bluffs, grassy plains, and a 50 acre spring fed lake with serious fishing for Bass, Bream, Crappie, or Catfish. For the more active individual you can rent paddle boats, canoes or fishing boats. Complimenting Brooks Lake’s abundant green space, are its wonderful amenities such as: community fire pit, picnic pavilions, swimming, volleyball, horseshoes, softball, and basketball (All at your Own Risk; No Lifeguards on duty)! There are Restrooms available(no showers). We encourage everyone to continue using good social distancing for the safety of all.

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Ramsden Lake Boutique Camping

9 sites · Lodging46 acres · Stone Mountain, GA

Luxurious, bell tents, airstream and treehouse available on our unexpected waterfront oasis in the heart of Stone Mountain. Everything you need right at your finger tips- breathtaking sunset views, 46 private acres with 8 acre lake, wildlife, indoor fireplace, fire pit, paddle boards, kayaks, boats and firewood available. We are a short drive to Stone Mountain park or you can explore the historic Stone Mountain quarry on site. Let us know if we can make your experience more magical and/or convenient!

Liberty Stables Private Escape

10 sites · RVs, Tents54 acres · Social Circle, GA

Picturesque and private 54 acre horse farm in rural Social Circle (15 minutes from Vampire Diaries famed Covington Square (Mystic Falls) and 5 miles from Hard Labor State Park). You can book a trail ride, or just a riding lesson, visit all the local sites a Tv / film buffs could want, go antiquing, shopping, visit the state park down the road, dining, multiple small town squares within 15 minutes and see some incredible antebellum homes. Meet the horses, minis, goats, sheep, pigs, and chickens. 4 Water, sewer, and electric hook ups. No rig too big! Also, ask about the tiny house and studio apartment also available for stays. ** Full and 1/2 bathrooms in the barn available to campers. Hang out and simply enjoy the quiet or head out and shop, dine and enjoy picturesque Madison, Ga or happening Monroe, Ga. We do not offer long term sites. For the safety of our animals and guests, pets not permitted for tent campers. RV pets welcome on leash.

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Brooks Lake, a piece of Heaven

30 sites · RVs, Tents56 acres · Conyers, GA

Under new owners and new onsite managers. Privately owned Brooks Lake, located just 25 miles east of Atlanta and 5 miles North of I-20 in Conyers, Georgia. Brooks Lake is a peaceful retreat to the outdoors where you can meditate or be as active as you wish. 56 acres of rolling hills, shaded bluffs, grassy plains, and a 50 acre spring fed lake with serious fishing for Bass, Bream, Crappie, or Catfish. For the more active individual you can rent paddle boats, canoes or fishing boats. Complimenting Brooks Lake’s abundant green space, are its wonderful amenities such as: community fire pit, picnic pavilions, swimming, volleyball, horseshoes, softball, and basketball (All at your Own Risk; No Lifeguards on duty)! There are Restrooms available(no showers). We encourage everyone to continue using good social distancing for the safety of all.

Liberty Stables Private Escape

10 sites · RVs, Tents54 acres · Social Circle, GA

Picturesque and private 54 acre horse farm in rural Social Circle (15 minutes from Vampire Diaries famed Covington Square (Mystic Falls) and 5 miles from Hard Labor State Park). You can book a trail ride, or just a riding lesson, visit all the local sites a Tv / film buffs could want, go antiquing, shopping, visit the state park down the road, dining, multiple small town squares within 15 minutes and see some incredible antebellum homes. Meet the horses, minis, goats, sheep, pigs, and chickens. 4 Water, sewer, and electric hook ups. No rig too big! Also, ask about the tiny house and studio apartment also available for stays. ** Full and 1/2 bathrooms in the barn available to campers. Hang out and simply enjoy the quiet or head out and shop, dine and enjoy picturesque Madison, Ga or happening Monroe, Ga. We do not offer long term sites. For the safety of our animals and guests, pets not permitted for tent campers. RV pets welcome on leash.

Lakeside RV Resort

2 sites · RVs9 acres · Hull, GA

9.3 Acres of Private Serenity! 80 Acre private lake with dock, fire pit, covered pavilion, long quiet walks through the woods. Our famous Ila Cafe is only 5 minutes away! 20 minutes to Athens Restaurant, UGA Campus and Georgia Football! And only 20 minutes to Commerce Outlet Malls and Walmart, 15 minutes to the Boutier Winery, 30 minutes to Watson Mill State Park, located directly on an 80 acre reservoir lake! Enjoy fishing, kayaking, swimming, taking long walks, hiking, or just relaxing! Beautiful Lake View Campsite! Full Hook-ups! No motorboats. 50 Amp & 30 Amp Service. You'll have access to a Fire Pit and Pavillon; a Gas/Charcoal Grill, along with a dock on an 80 Acre Fishing Lake, and 2 double Kayaks with life vests. Swimming, Hiking, Fishing, Kayaking, Roasting Marshmallows, Picnicking or just Relaxing. Pets are welcome, on leashes, portable water, picnic tables, wifi, and trash bins are available on property. Camp fires are permitted (outside of burn bans), and firewood is available for sale on site. Guests love staying with us: "My wife, 2 dogs, and I had an amazing weekend stay at Debbie's campsite. The RV site was level and all the hookups were conveniently located and worked great. Her lakefront property is beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed walking our dogs around the property and also taking some camping chairs down to the dock to take in the sunset. The firepit can hold a massive fire and I would definitely recommend buying some firewood from Debbie as it is perfectly seasoned and burns great. We really appreciated having the gas grill/charcoal combo grill on site to cook dinners on and there is plenty of space to play some yard games (cornhole, frisbee etc). We will absolutely come back!"

Ramsden Lake Boutique Camping

9 sites · Lodging46 acres · Stone Mountain, GA

Luxurious, bell tents, airstream and treehouse available on our unexpected waterfront oasis in the heart of Stone Mountain. Everything you need right at your finger tips- breathtaking sunset views, 46 private acres with 8 acre lake, wildlife, indoor fireplace, fire pit, paddle boards, kayaks, boats and firewood available. We are a short drive to Stone Mountain park or you can explore the historic Stone Mountain quarry on site. Let us know if we can make your experience more magical and/or convenient!

Wooded Camping at Pond

3 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Cleveland, GA

Private camping surrounded by woodland and tranquility just above pond. Helen attractions within 15 minutes near Chattahoochee River: Yonah Mountain, Hiking Trails, Waterfalls, Wineries & Vineyards, and much more! - Upper site is just past gated entrance and perfect for tents and small campers. - Lower site (seasonal) is very unique, tucked into hillside. 4WD is recommended for lower site. * If bringing a RV or small camping trailer, please read details about size limits.

Lizardsniffer

4 sites · RVs, Tents160 acres · White Plains, GA

Lizardsniffer is a working horse farm with a variety of rental cabins and RV slips. We DO allow tent camping. Each RV slip has water, septic, 50 amp service and Wifi. An Amenities Cabin is provided for use by all RV site guests. The cabin includes a full-sized washer/dryer, a full bathroom with bidet, and an oversized jacuzzi tub. Guests must sign-up for a 4-hour timeslot. The cabin is available for use between the hours of 8am-8pm. Many of our RV sites feature private fenced paddocks for people bringing their horses or dogs. Horse visitors require all current paperwork (Coggins, etc.). Dog visitors must be social and friendly and thus are allowed to explore the farm with their owners off-leash if desired. The property includes miles of trails for hiking, biking, or horseback riding. Bring your own horse or experienced riders may be able to ride one of ours (subject to weight/experience matching with a horse). There is a small private stocked lake open to all guests of Lizardsniffer for fishing and swimming. At the lake you will find an amenities cabin called Glowy Bobber that has a full bathroom and outdoor shower as well as Kayaks and floats for guest use.

Camp Carousel

20 sites · Tents100 acres · Loganville, GA

Learn more about this land: There is almost 100 acres that you can hike, fish, swim, watch wild life, gaze at the stars, bonfires, just to name a few - lots of space to enjoy -while our back area is for camping at its best - our front area is for animals of all different species!! You are able to come and go as you please. Property is secluded, bring all of your family - we do ask that you keep your dogs supervised at all times - come enjoy the back woods and beautiful open land - we do look forward to your visit - absolutely no drugs or alcohol allowed

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Lakefront get away

1 site · RV5 acres · Ila, GA

My wife and I built this campsite for friends and family to enjoy our beautiful lake and peaceful site. Hopefully you will come and begin to be part of our camping family!! Learn more about this land: Our lakefront campsite has a wonderful view with full Rv hookups, 50&30 Amp great fishing, kayaks and paddle boards welcome the 80 acre lake will give you all recreational entertainment you can ask for. Boat ramp for Boats with electric motors only. Pets welcome with leash rules followed. Picnic table, fire pit and charcoal grill available pull through, campsite with minimal leveling for Rv’s, Property is down a gravel road a little bumpy and a few hills but doesn’t require 4 wheel drive, but helpful (Sometimes the road to paradise is a little bumpy)

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Peace Apalachee

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Good Hope, GA

Come find rest or adventure in the lush, serene Georgia woods. While here you will truly feel like you've gotten away to a magical grove among the trees. Add a relaxing natural-getaway to your game weekend in Athens, or just stop over for a quick stay when you need a getaway from "normal" life. Whether you're looking to camp without all the mess and discomfort or just hoping to experience the novelty of a space filled with stylish charm, our Airstream is here for you!

Mountain Fortress Miracle Farms

4 sites · Tents9 acres · Toccoa, GA

This property has been in a local family for over 100 years when we purchased it in 2020. It is a peace filled place! We enjoy caring for our animals as well as sharing this land with others. We feel we are just God’s caretakers! Learn more about this land: For tent and shorter vehicles, site #1 has own drive and clearing under a large tree, site #2 is a hike in site back in the woods near a small creek not visible from the drive. For larger RV, site #3 has flat side yard and parks on paved driveway near main house, site #4 is a short hike back with tent space and fire pit near a small creek right next to the National Forest. Fire pit made ready upon request. Horses, goats, and chickens on property but away from your site. Stars are amazing here. Property backs up to 880,000 acres of National Forest. Your site is next to forest access road. Take it back to hunt, tent, hike, run, off-road bike or ATV if licensed plates on vehicle. Several small creeks on property to splash in or creek hike. Horse lesson available on property. Bottle hunting, farm fresh eggs, cut firewood, and farm tours available as added features. Two toilet bags and a bucket provided per night at camping sites, RV site is a dry site. Guide available to take you on nearby river kayak and waterfall hiking excursions upon request.

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Camp@Castaway/Lake Hartwell

3 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Townville, SC

Camp at Castaway! Very nice and level pull through campsites to enjoy while visiting Lake Hartwell. The sites are only 1/4 mile to Broyle's Landing and Recreation Area where you will find 3 boat landing strips, a very nice beach area, children's playground and fishing pier. It's only 15 miles to Clemson, SC and Anderson, SC. Full hookups. Fire pit. Small creek on property behind campsite within walking distance.

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Big Water Marina & Campground

46 sites · Lodging, RVs84 acres · SC

Big Water Marina is a full-service facility that provides an unspoiled oasis for all types of lake lovers. Located on the largest expanse of open water on Lake Hartwell, the marina is one of the most accessible spots for visitors to fully embrace the atmosphere of the lake — on and off the water. Campers can enjoy the best of lake livin' with a stay at our waterfront campground. With over 40+ RV sites, including full hook-up and partial hook-up sites, and access to free wi-fi, fire pits and picnic tables there are so many ways to camp *your way*. Our campground also features a Tiny Cabin Village with 6 new cabins. Each cabin accommodates between 4-6 guests and includes kitchen/dining areas, bedrooms and/or lofts, full bathrooms, and a porch so you can enjoy a family vacation or an escape with friends. In addition, our property boasts a variety of top-notch amenities that are available to our guests. Spend a day on the water with our selection of watercraft rentals, which includes pontoon boats, kayaks, paddle boards and hyrdobikes. Rentals come equipped with all necessary safety gear and are available to rent for the full day or a half day, so you and your crew can explore the lake at your leisure. Visitors can also enjoy some family-friendly fun at Splash Island, our newest recreation area with access to the Wibit inflatable obstacle course as well as lounge areas set on our sandy waterfront beaches. Big Water Marina & Campground provides campers with a lakeside getaway + gorgeous views and full access to our ship store, boat ramps and docks during each stay. Throughout warmer months, visitors can also enjoy an afternoon on land at our lakeside bar and grill (open seasonally). Dine by the water or catch incredible sunsets at their rooftop bar.

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