About Buford Dam Park Shelters (GA)
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Beach Access
Reviews (28)
What Guests Are Saying
Buford Dam Park Shelters offers great amenities, including well-maintained facilities, electric hookups, and opportunities for fishing and hiking. The park is safe, with regular ranger patrols, and provides stunning views of the dam and surrounding nature. However, some guests noted that the shelters are not close to swimming areas and the water spigot drain needs attention.
What Guests Are Saying
Buford Dam Park Shelters offers great amenities, including well-maintained facilities, electric hookups, and opportunities for fishing and hiking. The park is safe, with regular ranger patrols, and provides stunning views of the dam and surrounding nature. However, some guests noted that the shelters are not close to swimming areas and the water spigot drain needs attention.
Review Summary
Raktim S
September 20, 2026
We like the picnic shelter. It is next to the parking lot making it a very convenient option for seniors and elderly people.
One recurring issue: The water basin has a drainage problem. This the 3rd year in a row we are seeing this problem. Water clogs and makes the area unusable. This needs to be fixed.
It’s a minor issue and didn’t dampen our enjoyment at all!
Overall, a very nice venue!
Darrell D
August 9, 2026
The shelters are not at all near the water area for wading or swimming. Before booking I saw that it was within a couple minutes walking of the water. Yeah, but not beach area at all which is a drive. We spent 15 seconds at the shelter that we paid $100 for because I thought our family could hang out there while the kids played in the water and watched them. Not even close.
Lisa B
July 20, 2026
the drain at the water spigot needs attention, it did not drain. Otherwise the shelter was in great condition, loved having the horseshoe area and walk-in to the lake.
Shuhaw L
July 19, 2026
We felt very safe during our stay thanks to the frequent ranger patrols. The water and electric hookups worked perfectly. We highly recommend this spot and look forward to returning!
Bipin P
June 28, 2026
We have rented this shelter before too. As always we encounter no issues. Will rent again without hesitation
Jabbar B
February 22, 2026
Nice place to walk and enjoy the spectacular view of the dam. Plenty of parking and very safe.
James Dean
February 10, 2026
Great place to go trout fish below the dam about 0.2 mi down from the dam is some of the best trout fishing I've ever seen in my life also there are some pretty big hybrids running up amd down the hooch take a big popper bobber and a large minnow jig about 18 inches apart and start throwing it and you will catch them even during the colder months when its cold go up to the lake with the same setup and look for the birds attacking the surface of the water that's where there hitting at its awesome if you got a fast boat and a good casting reel and rod you will have fun all day
Scott Holcomb
October 21, 2025
Beautiful place to hang out and the river is just an amazing calm place to be on and great trout fishing!
Ali H
September 30, 2025
It was good
Ali H
September 30, 2025
It was good
Location & Directions for Buford Dam Park Shelters (GA)
1200 Buford Dam Road, Buford, GA 30518 United States
Elevation: 342 ft
Getting There
<p>From Georgia Highway 400, take exit 14 to Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Road, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Road. After crossing the dam, turn left when you see Lanier Project Management Office sign.</p>
<p>From Interst...
From Georgia Highway 400, take exit 14 to Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Road, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Road. After crossing the dam, turn left when you see Lanier Project Management Office sign.
From Interstate 85, take exit 111 and head north on Lawrencville-Suwanee Road. Continue approximately 10 mi to Buford Dam Road. Turn left on Buford Dam Road, turn right at the Lanier Project Management Officesign.
Highway access
Buford Dam Park Shelters is accessible via GA-20, approximately 5 miles to the north, and I-985, which is about 10 miles to the east.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Reservations must be made in advance through Recreation.gov.
- Reservations must be made online; in-person reservations are not allowed.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site capacity
- Shelters are designated for small group gatherings only.
- Only one shelter reservation is allowed per event.
- During Federal holidays, shelters operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fees & deposits
- Day-use fees are additional and not included in shelter reservations.
Pets
- Alcohol, pets, and fireworks are not allowed in the park.
Safety & rules
- No directional signs are allowed along park roadways.
- Amplified music and public address systems are not allowed.
Vehicles & parking
- Trailers and tow-behind vehicles are not permitted.
- Parking is first-come, first-served; plan to arrive early.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026
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