Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)

Tate Branch
Campsite #7
Campsite 3
Campsite #15

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

About Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)

Beginning May 1st, 2025 Tate Branch campground will require reservations via recreation.gov for camping in all sites at this facility. This much-admired 17-site developed campground is sure to heighten the innate beauty of any season. Graced with various species of hardwoods and resting on the shore of Tallulah River, Tate Branch Campground provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish, or enjoy the scenery.

Available sites

18 total sites

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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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.

18 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 10, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 11, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 12, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 13, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
⛺ 15, Loop: Tate Branch Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 16, Loop: Tate Branch Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 17, Loop: Tate Branch Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 18, Loop: Tate Branch Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 19, Loop: Tate Branch Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 2, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 3, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 4, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 5, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 6, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 7, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 8, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 9, Loop: Tate Branch RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

Reviews

55 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Tate Branch Campground offers a clean and well-maintained environment, with many visitors praising its peaceful atmosphere and beautiful scenic views, especially near the river. While some campers noted issues like close campsite proximity and litter in fire rings, the overall experience remains positive, with easy access to fishing spots and enjoyable outdoor activities. Many long-time visitors express a strong affection for the location, highlighting it as a favorite family camping destination.

Based on guest feedback

4.4

Overall rating

Based on 55 reviews

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5 stars 61.8% (34)
4 stars 23.6% (13)
3 stars 5.5% (3)
2 stars 9.1% (5)
1 star 0.0% (0)

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Chris C

Verified

May 26, 2026 Stayed at: 6, Loop: Tate Branch

I enjoyed this campground, very spacious. My only issue was #6 is missing a picnic table bench.

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Alan T

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May 28, 2026 Stayed at: 7, Loop: Tate Branch

They have put up a hideous sign at each camp spot but forgot to put two of the most important rules, generators can only be run 4 hours a day and that quiet time is from 10pm-6am.

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Angela G

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June 1, 2026 Stayed at: 2, Loop: Tate Branch

We enjoyed our visit. The road in and out is very narrow so be prepared to stop to let other's to pass. The campground was a little busy for us but it was Memorial Weekend. Get a fishing license so you can fish. We loved our stay but it rained a lot of our time so we did not go out exploring to much. Planning our next trip back.

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Christopher L

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June 21, 2026 Stayed at: 5, Loop: Tate Branch

Very clean campsite, clean restrooms. Very relaxing and quiet.caught nice fish also.

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Mathew R

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July 5, 2026 Stayed at: 16, Loop: Tate Branch

Camp sites across the from main camp site are not taken care of. Grass not cut, dead trees that could fall at anytime. Fishing was OK, too many people keeping way over their limit. Seen 2 ladies who had over 40 trout in one day. Game warden needs to visit way more often. Been there 4 times and never seen a ranger or GW. Still enjoyed trip just needs some work on camp.sites and over the limit fish issues.

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Kevin C

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July 10, 2026 Stayed at: 6, Loop: Tate Branch

This Place is Awesome

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William C

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July 12, 2026 Stayed at: 6, Loop: Tate Branch

We camp here often and it’s always a pleasant experience.

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Huguette H

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July 17, 2026 Stayed at: 18, Loop: Tate Branch

I booked at this campsite for the 4th of July weekend only because it was the last one left. I am glad I did. The site was perfect for us. The site was in great condition and the tent pad was flat. Although you do not get to park directly at the site the walk is a very short walk. We had a perfect 4th at this site and the drive had many beautiful view on the way.

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Gloria B

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July 20, 2026 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Tate Branch

Restrooms were stinky and needed to be cleaned better. People need to learn were to park and not on the side of the road up by Charlie’s creek blocking biggest part of the road so people can’t get by hardly at all. Need to fix potholes on the dirt road

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James M

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July 26, 2026 Stayed at: 1, Loop: Tate Branch

Great place to camp and fish.

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Location & Directions for Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)

4049 Tallulah River Road, Clayton, GA 30525 United States

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 70 Road) for 4 mi.

Nearest town

Clayton, GA - 16 mi

About 30 min to downtown

Highway access

Tate Branch Campground is accessible via U.S. 76, which is approximately 8 miles from Clayton, Georgia.

Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The closest entrance is: Deep Creek Entrance

Approximate drive: 43.2 mi · over 1 hr (74 min)

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Last updated: October 24, 2026

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Population: 2,018

Nearby city: Greenville, SC

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Elevation: 1,932 ft

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