About Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
Activities & Attractions
Nearby
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
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
Daryl F
April 29, 2022
Clean mostly spacious campsites. Many sites have easy access to the water. Bathrooms were clean. Shower water could have been hotter but ...ok. Campground attendants were wonderful. The campground felt very safe.
Daryl F
April 29, 2022
Clean mostly spacious campsites. Many sites have easy access to the water. Bathrooms were clean. Shower water could have been hotter but ...ok. Campground attendants were wonderful. The campground felt very safe.
Reynaldo R
April 25, 2022
Tom and Mildred were so amazing and friendly. Campsite was beautiful and well maintained. We will definitely be back.
Vicki C
April 25, 2022
Loved the campgrounds. Very clean and wooded with great views. Really wish they had sewage hookups on the campsites. Overall we would definitely stay again.
Reynaldo R
April 25, 2022
Tom and Mildred were so amazing and friendly. Campsite was beautiful and well maintained. We will definitely be back.
Vicki C
April 25, 2022
Loved the campgrounds. Very clean and wooded with great views. Really wish they had sewage hookups on the campsites. Overall we would definitely stay again.
Reynaldo R
April 25, 2022
Tom and Mildred were so amazing and friendly. Campsite was beautiful and well maintained. We will definitely be back.
Vicki C
April 25, 2022
Loved the campgrounds. Very clean and wooded with great views. Really wish they had sewage hookups on the campsites. Overall we would definitely stay again.
Scot R
April 24, 2022
The campground is well taken care of. Bath houses are clean. Location is absolutely beautiful.
Scot R
April 24, 2022
The campground is well taken care of. Bath houses are clean. Location is absolutely beautiful.
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