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
BRITT A
April 12, 2022
The park attendant was awesome! Staff is always friendly and helpful. This was our 3rd stay, and we plan to return.
BRITT A
April 12, 2022
The park attendant was awesome! Staff is always friendly and helpful. This was our 3rd stay, and we plan to return.
BRITT A
April 12, 2022
The park attendant was awesome! Staff is always friendly and helpful. This was our 3rd stay, and we plan to return.
Larry T
April 7, 2022
Absolutely beautiful lake. Camp road is a bit narrow, but the sites and views are terrific.
Larry T
April 7, 2022
Absolutely beautiful lake. Camp road is a bit narrow, but the sites and views are terrific.
Larry T
April 7, 2022
Absolutely beautiful lake. Camp road is a bit narrow, but the sites and views are terrific.
Daniel C
April 5, 2022
Love this park very quiet! Site 10 were we stayed was very unlevel and steep drop off on left side. However, it was very windy during our stay and this side of park did have more protection than other side. Seen a Barred Owl the first day. Would stay here again but different site.
Daniel C
April 5, 2022
Love this park very quiet! Site 10 were we stayed was very unlevel and steep drop off on left side. However, it was very windy during our stay and this side of park did have more protection than other side. Seen a Barred Owl the first day. Would stay here again but different site.
Daniel C
April 5, 2022
Love this park very quiet! Site 10 were we stayed was very unlevel and steep drop off on left side. However, it was very windy during our stay and this side of park did have more protection than other side. Seen a Barred Owl the first day. Would stay here again but different site.
Teri L
April 3, 2022
Van Pugh South is my goto for local camping. Facilities are always excellent, clean, and usually not to many loud hoolagins partying after hours. Had to cut my trip short this time around because the wind got way to crazy on my 2nd day. Otherwise it was a great trip.
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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