About Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Kayaking
Swimming
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
Report Incorrect Information
Help us improve by reporting any incorrect amenity information for Van Pugh South Day Use Facility.
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
janet g
July 13, 2024
Staff was very rude and unpleasant
lisa s
July 9, 2024
Beautiful place to visit. We have stayed at a few different campsites and everyone of them have been incredible for their different attributes. 19,20, and 21 you can get into the water. 53 an absolute beautiful overlook into the bay like area filled with fish and bait. Can’t wait to try 38 and 39. Site 42 is a dream. The Staff at the entrance are friendly and helpful. We were visited by park volunteers who shared fish stories and photos. Honestly we feel like we’re known there. Security was perfect expect someone to come around every hour or so. A rain storm was coming and the park ranger came to look out from the pier at the rain clouds across the lake. We stayed for the rain which quickly passed. Floating on our paddle board watching the rain bounce off of the water. Twin deer fawns and mom were wondering the campground. Honestly a day at the campground fulfills you as though you had a complete vacation. I visit almost every week now. ❤️
lisa s
July 9, 2024
Beautiful place to visit. We have stayed at a few different campsites and everyone of them have been incredible for their different attributes. 19,20, and 21 you can get into the water. 53 an absolute beautiful overlook into the bay like area filled with fish and bait. Can’t wait to try 38 and 39. Site 42 is a dream. The Staff at the entrance are friendly and helpful. We were visited by park volunteers who shared fish stories and photos. Honestly we feel like we’re known there. Security was perfect expect someone to come around every hour or so. A rain storm was coming and the park ranger came to look out from the pier at the rain clouds across the lake. We stayed for the rain which quickly passed. Floating on our paddle board watching the rain bounce off of the water. Twin deer fawns and mom were wondering the campground. Honestly a day at the campground fulfills you as though you had a complete vacation. I visit almost every week now. ❤️
lisa s
July 9, 2024
Beautiful place to visit. We have stayed at a few different campsites and everyone of them have been incredible for their different attributes. 19,20, and 21 you can get into the water. 53 an absolute beautiful overlook into the bay like area filled with fish and bait. Can’t wait to try 38 and 39. Site 42 is a dream. The Staff at the entrance are friendly and helpful. We were visited by park volunteers who shared fish stories and photos. Honestly we feel like we’re known there. Security was perfect expect someone to come around every hour or so. A rain storm was coming and the park ranger came to look out from the pier at the rain clouds across the lake. We stayed for the rain which quickly passed. Floating on our paddle board watching the rain bounce off of the water. Twin deer fawns and mom were wondering the campground. Honestly a day at the campground fulfills you as though you had a complete vacation. I visit almost every week now. ❤️
Robert W S
July 7, 2024
Our favorite day use area, not overly crowded and very clean
Robert W S
July 7, 2024
Our favorite day use area, not overly crowded and very clean
Robert W S
July 7, 2024
Our favorite day use area, not overly crowded and very clean
Richard W
November 29, 2022
clean and very peaceful
Richard W
November 29, 2022
clean and very peaceful
Richard W
November 29, 2022
clean and very peaceful
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
Nearby Campgrounds
Nearby destinations
Last updated: June 4, 2026
