VAN PUGH SOUTH CAMPGROUND
VAN PUGH SOUTH CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers

About Van Pugh South Day Use Facility

Van Pugh South Day Use Facility lies on the banks of Lake Sidney Lanier in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Northern Georgia. The popular lake boasts nearly 700 mi of shoreline and over 100 small islands, providing over 11 million annual visitors with limitless recreation opportunities.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Kayaking

Kayaking

Spring Summer Fall
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
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Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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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.

Review Summary

4.3
631 reviews
5
62.4%
394
4
21.6%
136
3
5.9%
37
2
3.8%
24
1
6.3%
40

Stephen L

April 25, 2021

4

Clean place to camp, Reasonable prices, Friendly staff. Overall a pretty good place to camp.

Gary G

April 26, 2021

4

We had a nice time for the first time out this year even though the weather was not the best. The rest rooms were relatively clean and the hosts were very helpful. We did have some louder than necessary next door neighbors who arrived late (after 9:30) the first night and stayed up late the second night. They drove in and out of their spot several times and did not use the best language, arguing among themselves most of the evening. The other campers we met were very nice and many would stop to chat.

Gary G

April 26, 2021

4

We had a nice time for the first time out this year even though the weather was not the best. The rest rooms were relatively clean and the hosts were very helpful. We did have some louder than necessary next door neighbors who arrived late (after 9:30) the first night and stayed up late the second night. They drove in and out of their spot several times and did not use the best language, arguing among themselves most of the evening. The other campers we met were very nice and many would stop to chat.

Gary G

April 26, 2021

4

We had a nice time for the first time out this year even though the weather was not the best. The rest rooms were relatively clean and the hosts were very helpful. We did have some louder than necessary next door neighbors who arrived late (after 9:30) the first night and stayed up late the second night. They drove in and out of their spot several times and did not use the best language, arguing among themselves most of the evening. The other campers we met were very nice and many would stop to chat.

Jennifer C

April 27, 2021

5

Great place to camp! Quiet, well maintained, great staff!

Jennifer C

April 27, 2021

5

Great place to camp! Quiet, well maintained, great staff!

Jennifer C

April 27, 2021

5

Great place to camp! Quiet, well maintained, great staff!

Victoria Ching C

April 28, 2021

5

This is a great campsite for anyone who wants some quiet time during the week, well maintained and clean. Occasionally, you will hear noise from boats, but not too offensive. During the weekend, we anticipate a lot more activities on the water and noise/music from the boats will definitely be an issue. Our site took sometime to level, but was worth it.
We have to give a shout out to Willie, the host we met at the gate checking in and out. He was friendly, patient, polite and helpful - a model host for any campsites. He and his wife were also quite diligent patrolling in the campground without being intrusive. We felt safe and looked after during our short stay.

Victoria Ching C

April 28, 2021

5

This is a great campsite for anyone who wants some quiet time during the week, well maintained and clean. Occasionally, you will hear noise from boats, but not too offensive. During the weekend, we anticipate a lot more activities on the water and noise/music from the boats will definitely be an issue. Our site took sometime to level, but was worth it.
We have to give a shout out to Willie, the host we met at the gate checking in and out. He was friendly, patient, polite and helpful - a model host for any campsites. He and his wife were also quite diligent patrolling in the campground without being intrusive. We felt safe and looked after during our short stay.

Victoria Ching C

April 28, 2021

5

This is a great campsite for anyone who wants some quiet time during the week, well maintained and clean. Occasionally, you will hear noise from boats, but not too offensive. During the weekend, we anticipate a lot more activities on the water and noise/music from the boats will definitely be an issue. Our site took sometime to level, but was worth it.
We have to give a shout out to Willie, the host we met at the gate checking in and out. He was friendly, patient, polite and helpful - a model host for any campsites. He and his wife were also quite diligent patrolling in the campground without being intrusive. We felt safe and looked after during our short stay.

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.

Nearest town

Flowery Branch, GA - 5 mi

About 12 min to downtown

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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