About Van Pugh South Day Use Facility
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Showers
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- Potable Water
- Showers
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- 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
Jose R
July 7, 2021
Beautiful campground and private campsite(23) with a sandy beach within walking distance.
Joseph H
July 7, 2021
Very nice location and good management of sites and facilities!
Jose R
July 7, 2021
Beautiful campground and private campsite(23) with a sandy beach within walking distance.
Robert M
July 3, 2021
Beautiful, on a point, site 20. Always from the RR.
Robert M
July 3, 2021
Beautiful, on a point, site 20. Always from the RR.
Robert M
July 3, 2021
Beautiful, on a point, site 20. Always from the RR.
Wes P
July 1, 2021
Love these small sites with great water access and beautiful views. Plan ahead and drive by if possible. The sites are small so you may not use or need your entire regular setup. Happy camping
Wes P
July 1, 2021
Love these small sites with great water access and beautiful views. Plan ahead and drive by if possible. The sites are small so you may not use or need your entire regular setup. Happy camping
Wes P
July 1, 2021
Love these small sites with great water access and beautiful views. Plan ahead and drive by if possible. The sites are small so you may not use or need your entire regular setup. Happy camping
Emily N
June 30, 2021
Enjoy this campground a lot
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
