About Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Water Access
- Lake Access
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (621)
What Guests Are Saying
Van Pugh South Day Use Facility is praised for its beautiful location on Lake Lanier, offering clean sites and picturesque views, making it a perfect spot for a day at the lake. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff and the feeling of community among campers. However, some concerns were raised about limited overnight camping availability, crowd management, and occasional disturbances from large gatherings.
What Guests Are Saying
Van Pugh South Day Use Facility is praised for its beautiful location on Lake Lanier, offering clean sites and picturesque views, making it a perfect spot for a day at the lake. Many visitors appreciate the friendly staff and the feeling of community among campers. However, some concerns were raised about limited overnight camping availability, crowd management, and occasional disturbances from large gatherings.
Review Summary
Mary Alice H
September 7, 2021
Great campround Hosts!
Lawrence J
September 3, 2021
The park staff was very helpful. The camping area was clean and quiet with perfect views of the lake.
Lawrence J
September 3, 2021
The park staff was very helpful. The camping area was clean and quiet with perfect views of the lake.
Lawrence J
September 3, 2021
The park staff was very helpful. The camping area was clean and quiet with perfect views of the lake.
Stephanie D
September 2, 2021
The place is beautiful, quiet, and the staff was extremely friendly.
Stephanie D
September 2, 2021
The place is beautiful, quiet, and the staff was extremely friendly.
Stephanie D
September 2, 2021
The place is beautiful, quiet, and the staff was extremely friendly.
Greta D
August 30, 2021
The staff is amazing!!! They are so friendly and helpful! The park is very nice and it is clean and well kept.
Greta D
August 30, 2021
The staff is amazing!!! They are so friendly and helpful! The park is very nice and it is clean and well kept.
Greta D
August 30, 2021
The staff is amazing!!! They are so friendly and helpful! The park is very nice and it is clean and well kept.
Location Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
Address:
6749 Gaines Ferry Road
Flowery Branch, GA, 30542
United States
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.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.1844 / -83.9906
Elevation: 344 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
