Warning
GeneralThe Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds in Hall County are being co-managed between the USACE at Lake Sidney Lanier and Hall County Parks and Rec. The County has taken over day to day operations including reservations and operating dates. Please check their website here https://www.hallcounty.org/1182/Camping-in-Hall-County. The county will honor all America the Beautiful passes for discounts. Any questions please feel to reach out at (770) 945-9531.
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About Old Federal
Number of accommodations: 82
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (452)
Review Summary
Andy B
VerifiedMay 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: OFED
Spacious, secluded campsites and very clean facilities. Beautiful sites overlooking the lake.
Chris D
VerifiedMay 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: OFED
Quiet, and beautiful views of the lake. Had a perfect camping spot overlooking the water and small beach. So amazing! Nice campground.
Some of the overhead lights weren’t working in the men’s bathroom, but someone fixed them while I was there. I was a little surprised there wasn’t a dumpster or garbage collection area except for the one in the bathroom….unless I missed it.
It’s too bad there are reports of non-English speaking crowds showing up without reservations, disrespecting the park, regulations and other peoples’ rights.
Lorie P
VerifiedMay 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: OFED
Old Federal is one of our favorite campgrounds! And the camp hosts are so nice!
Young L
VerifiedMay 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: OFED
Had a wonderful experience on site 31,Really enjoyed our stay...
jearold g
VerifiedMay 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 82, Loop: OFED
gate keepers are fantastick
Michelle S
VerifiedMay 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 67, Loop: OFED
Our site was clean, flat, and beautiful. Unfortunately, we left 2 days early due to high winds which prevented us from enjoying the outdoors there.
Larry S
VerifiedMay 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: OFED
Beautiful sites, right on Lake Lanier. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We already made reservations for September.
Marla L
VerifiedMay 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 68, Loop: OFED
Old Federal is my all time favorite campground. We camp two weekends a month and try to visit Old Federal at least twice during the season. We would go more often, if it didn't book up so quickly. I'm disappointed that the grass isn't being cut or maintenance being done on the facilities. Why aren't our fees being used to cover these expenses? Sell Tshirts or other items, if needed to help cover the expenses. It's too nice of a park to be falling into disrepair.
Lack of grass cutting and repairs to the bath house are why I did not give it 5 stars. Trees also need removed that have recently fallen due to storms.
Jennifer L
VerifiedMay 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: OFED
A gorgeous campground with truly friendly and helpful hosts. Hot showers, boat ramp, they have wood, kindling, ice and 3 different shower bathroom facilities. Campground has whole loop accessible by cars just for tent campers with incredible views and no generators allowed. A truly outdoor camping experiences.
David H
VerifiedMay 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: OFED
Park attendents were great. Bathrooms clean, overall in good condition. We are coming back in August
Location Old Federal
Address:
6219 Old Federal Road
Flowery Branch, GA, 30542
United States
Take I-85 north to I-985, take Exit 8, turn left on Hwy 347/Friendship
Rd., turn right on McEver Rd., turn left on Jim Crow Rd. and follow
signs to the campground.
Old Federal is accessible via I-985, which is approximately 7 miles to the west. US Highway 23 also runs nearby, providing additional access to the area.
Elevation: 331 feet
3.6 mi drive to downtown Flowery Branch (about 8 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
3PM
Check out time
1PM
General
- Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
- Due to COVID-19, camper registration will take place through the gatehouse window. Upon arrival to the campground, please have your ID, license plate number, camping unit’s license plate number, site number, and discount pass (if applicable) ready to give the Park Attendant. Please approach the gatehouse slowly and bring your vehicle close to the window. At no point should you park and walk to the gatehouse window. Do not attempt to enter the gatehouse.
- Gatehouse open 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday - Thursday. Gatehouse open 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday - Sunday.
- Payments are not accepted at the gatehouse.
- For more information on Lake Sidney Lanier, please go to: http://www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Recreation/Lake-Sidney-Lanier/
- The campground does not accept mail or food deliveries for campers in the campground. Campers must coordinate to accept these items at a location outside the campground gate.
- Gates lock at 10:30pm and reopen 7am.
- "NO SHOWS" will be charged the full amount for their reservation.
- DISCOUNT PASSES must be presented upon arrival and can only be used for ONE site where the cardholder is the REGISTERED camper. Fraudulent use of a discount pass may result in a mandatory appearance in court in accordance with Title 36 CFR 327.23 (d) RECREATION FEES. DISCOUNT PASSES must be applied at the time the reservation is made.
- Gatehouse Attendants have limited or no internet access and are unable to perform actions affecting a reservation.
- LENGTH OF STAY for campers is no longer than 14 days during any 30 consecutive day period for any USACE campground on Lake Lanier (Ex. Cannot stay at Bolding Mill Campground 14 days with another reservation immediately following at another USACE operated campground on Lake Lanier). Consecutive reservations under different names that exceed 14 days are not authorized and are subject to eviction and/or the issuance of a citation in accordance with Title 36 CFR 327.7 (b).
- Commercial operations are prohibited in USACE operated campgrounds. Rental campers must be operated and set up by the registered camper.
- Day using is prohibited. Registered campers must occupy their site overnight.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThe Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds in Hall County are being co-managed between the USACE at Lake Sidney Lanier and Hall County Parks and Rec. The County has taken over day to day operations including reservations and operating dates. Please check their website here https://www.hallcounty.org/1182/Camping-in-Hall-County. The county will honor all America the Beautiful passes for discounts. Any questions please feel to reach out at (770) 945-9531.
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
