Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground (Clayton, GA)

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Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

Available sites

12 total sites

About Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground (Clayton, GA)

All campsites are available by reservation only, reservations may be made at recreation.govWhether you plan your trip during the rebirth of Spring or later in the year during the display of the prominent North Georgia Fall colors, this 13-site developed campground is sure to heighten the innate beauty of the season. Graced with various species of hardwoods and resting on the shore of Tallulah River, Sandy Bottoms provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish, or just enjoy the scenery. 

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2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - Mar 15 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

12 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 10, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 11, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 13, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 2, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 3, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 4, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 5, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 6, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 7, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 8, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 9, Loop: Sandy Bottoms RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

Reviews (26)

What Guests Are Saying

Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground is praised for its spacious, clean campsites and peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for families over many years. Visitors appreciate the beautiful surroundings, good fishing opportunities, and the chance to unplug from technology due to the lack of cell service. Some concerns include the need for better grass maintenance and issues with the reservation system, but overall, guests report enjoyable stays and a desire to return.

Review Summary

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Julie R

Verified

September 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

5

It is primitive camping at it's best- quiet with large sites right on the River. Has been one of our favorite family camping spots for a long time.

Ralph C

Verified

September 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

5

Sandy Bottoms is a very remote 14 site primitive campground. We stayed on site 7 which I believe is the best site in the campground. But, you need to book site 8 with it to be assured of privacy because 7 is too close to 8. Luckily no one showed up on 8 until our last night there.

Hollye R

Verified

September 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

4

Great river access. Will be back.

Gary B

Verified

August 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

5

Thank you!

Justin H

Verified

August 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 4, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

4

We camp at Sandy Bottoms every year.

ROBERT D

Verified

July 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

4

Good shaded spot but many trees around site have poison oak vines so be careful.

rick l

Verified

June 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 9, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

5

Great place to go. Multiple generations of our families have enjoyed Sandy Bottoms for many years

Mark R

Verified

June 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 7, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

4

Love this Campground. Been coming here forever. Forest Service could do a better job of keeping the grass cut at camp sites. But overall a Great Time!

Paul Y

Verified

May 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

5

Love the quiet campground, definitely a family favorite

MacKenzie S

Verified

May 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: Sandy Bottoms

5

I’ve loved this campground since I was a kid. Staying on sites 1 through 7 is best, so you have instant access to the river.

Location & Directions for Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground (Clayton, GA)

4841 Tallulah River Road, Clayton, GA 30525 United States

Elevation: 572 ft

Getting There

Take U.S. 76 west from Clayton, Georgia for 8 mi; turn right (north) on Persimmon Road for 4.2 mi; turn left (northwest) on Tallulah River Road (Forest Service Road 70) for 4.6 mi to arrive at Sandy Bottoms Campground.

Nearest town

Clayton, GA - 67 mi

About over 1 hr (92 min) to downtown

Highway access

Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground is accessible via U.S. Highway 76, approximately 8 miles east of Clayton, Georgia.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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