About Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
Activities & Attractions
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Boating
Fishing
Kayaking
Swimming
Year-round
Fishing
Spring
Boating
Kayaking
Summer
Boating
Kayaking
Swimming
Fall
Boating
Kayaking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Water Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
Reviews (631)
What Guests Are Saying
Van Pugh South Day Use Facility is highly praised for its friendly and accommodating staff, well-maintained sites, and cleanliness, making it a perfect spot for a day at the lake. Many visitors express a desire for the campground to reopen for overnight camping, highlighting its appeal for extended stays. Overall, guests enjoy the privacy and experience offered, especially in comparison to public beaches.
What Guests Are Saying
Van Pugh South Day Use Facility is highly praised for its friendly and accommodating staff, well-maintained sites, and cleanliness, making it a perfect spot for a day at the lake. Many visitors express a desire for the campground to reopen for overnight camping, highlighting its appeal for extended stays. Overall, guests enjoy the privacy and experience offered, especially in comparison to public beaches.
Review Summary
Artsiom K
September 20, 2026
We had such a great time here for my birthday! The place is beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. Having water, electricity, and grills made everything easy and convenient. Everyone really enjoyed it, and we would definitely come back again!
Whitney W
September 17, 2026
This was a terrible experience. Paid for a spot for my daughter’s birthday. We were not able to get to the spot because there was nobody at the gate. Even though the conformation email said check in was at 8:00. So I paid money for a spot I did not even get to use. Then had to pay another fee for a different spot. Very disappointed
Dan W
July 19, 2026
Great camp site
Douglas J
July 11, 2026
wish this was open for camping
Douglas J
June 27, 2026
Some people just don't know there space.
anuta P
June 14, 2026
We love this campground!!!
The hosts are very nice and friendly!
I was really excited that they opened this year, even if it’s for day use only.
Hopefully they will open for camping in future. Until then, we still enjoy the day use, which works great if you want some privacy and don’t want to use the public beaches.
Great experience every time!!!
Wendi B
June 6, 2026
Love this place!!
Scott T
June 1, 2026
Please, please allow overnight again. Best site. Sad face.
Denise K
June 1, 2026
Nice park. Glad it is open again this year. Very nice volunteer park hosts. Just follow the rules, and make sure you exit before 8 PM.
Emily S
May 31, 2026
The staff here is absolutely amazing! Super friendly & accommodating so you have the perfect day camp. Sites are well maintained & grounds/ bathrooms are clean!
Location & Directions for Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
6749 Gaines Ferry Road, Flowery Branch, GA 30542 United States
Elevation: 344 ft
Getting There
Take I-85 north to I-985, take Exit 8, turn left on Highway 347/Friendship Road. Turn right on McEver Road, then left on Gaines Ferry Road and follow signs to the campground.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via I-85 and I-985, with Exit 8 leading to Highway 347/Friendship Road. McEver Road and Gaines Ferry Road provide further access to the facility.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026
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