Miryam L
August 23, 2021
Such of amazing park, I can’t wait to go back. Everything is so beautiful and the experience so amazing that is hard to describe it, you have to be there to live the experience
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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.
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631 reviews
Summary
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.
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Miryam L
August 23, 2021
Such of amazing park, I can’t wait to go back. Everything is so beautiful and the experience so amazing that is hard to describe it, you have to be there to live the experience
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Steven S
August 22, 2021
Van Pugh is at a very nice vantage point on Lake Lanier. Very easy to drive into. Lots of nearby amenities, including marinas, lakeside restaurants, shopping if you forgot something. The managers were very helpful and they made regular rounds to check on e everyone. My only negative comment is that you are very close to one of the boaters’ beach up areas. The constant, almost continuous loud music can be quite annoying as the sound from the water just reverberates right in to the campsites on the north side of Van Pugh, sites 1-23. We did enjoy our stay and will look forward to returning.
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Steven S
August 22, 2021
Van Pugh is at a very nice vantage point on Lake Lanier. Very easy to drive into. Lots of nearby amenities, including marinas, lakeside restaurants, shopping if you forgot something. The managers were very helpful and they made regular rounds to check on e everyone. My only negative comment is that you are very close to one of the boaters’ beach up areas. The constant, almost continuous loud music can be quite annoying as the sound from the water just reverberates right in to the campsites on the north side of Van Pugh, sites 1-23. We did enjoy our stay and will look forward to returning.
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Steven S
August 22, 2021
Van Pugh is at a very nice vantage point on Lake Lanier. Very easy to drive into. Lots of nearby amenities, including marinas, lakeside restaurants, shopping if you forgot something. The managers were very helpful and they made regular rounds to check on e everyone. My only negative comment is that you are very close to one of the boaters’ beach up areas. The constant, almost continuous loud music can be quite annoying as the sound from the water just reverberates right in to the campsites on the north side of Van Pugh, sites 1-23. We did enjoy our stay and will look forward to returning.
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Charles H
August 20, 2021
I love this location!!
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Mitchell M
August 20, 2021
We always try to make reservations for sites 32-33. We had a great time and loved the experience ❤ only had one complaint. On the day we were to check out. They came around 11:15am to remind us of our check out time of which was fine but then as I was hooking up the camper they came again to tell me that check out was at 1pm. That was frustrating 😑
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Charles H
August 20, 2021
I love this location!!
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Mitchell M
August 20, 2021
We always try to make reservations for sites 32-33. We had a great time and loved the experience ❤ only had one complaint. On the day we were to check out. They came around 11:15am to remind us of our check out time of which was fine but then as I was hooking up the camper they came again to tell me that check out was at 1pm. That was frustrating 😑
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Charles H
August 20, 2021
I love this location!!
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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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