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
Scot R
April 24, 2022
The campground is well taken care of. Bath houses are clean. Location is absolutely beautiful.
Karen J
April 17, 2022
We were near the water. Beautiful area. The campsite was quiet at night. Clean restrooms.
John P
April 17, 2022
Really nice campground. So many very nice camp sites! The camp hosts are also very helpful and friendly. All around great place to spend vacation time!
Karen J
April 17, 2022
We were near the water. Beautiful area. The campsite was quiet at night. Clean restrooms.
John P
April 17, 2022
Really nice campground. So many very nice camp sites! The camp hosts are also very helpful and friendly. All around great place to spend vacation time!
Karen J
April 17, 2022
We were near the water. Beautiful area. The campsite was quiet at night. Clean restrooms.
John P
April 17, 2022
Really nice campground. So many very nice camp sites! The camp hosts are also very helpful and friendly. All around great place to spend vacation time!
John P
April 16, 2022
Van Pugh South Campground is a very nice and well run site. There are many campsites that have amazing water views and I was able to stay in one of them!! The camp hosts were very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. The facilities were clean and so were the grounds. Would definitely stay there again!
John P
April 16, 2022
Van Pugh South Campground is a very nice and well run site. There are many campsites that have amazing water views and I was able to stay in one of them!! The camp hosts were very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. The facilities were clean and so were the grounds. Would definitely stay there again!
John P
April 16, 2022
Van Pugh South Campground is a very nice and well run site. There are many campsites that have amazing water views and I was able to stay in one of them!! The camp hosts were very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. The facilities were clean and so were the grounds. Would definitely stay there again!
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