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
Jennifer W
January 16, 2020
Everyone is so respectful of your privacy while at the same time, making you feel secure and wanted. One of the best campgrounds I go to.
Stephen B
January 16, 2020
My experience at the Van Pugh South location was very peaceful and the camping site had a great view of the lake.
Sharon R
January 17, 2020
Campgrounds and site were awesome. Bathrooms not aouch. Poorly lit, never cleaned and never any paper towels
Sharon R
January 17, 2020
Campgrounds and site were awesome. Bathrooms not aouch. Poorly lit, never cleaned and never any paper towels
Sharon R
January 17, 2020
Campgrounds and site were awesome. Bathrooms not aouch. Poorly lit, never cleaned and never any paper towels
Barbara E
January 18, 2020
I like the place very well the only thing was I didn't like the campsite that I chose it was a big Hill may been 59 years old could not go down that Hill the other and that I really liked it I will be back again this year
Barbara E
January 18, 2020
I like the place very well the only thing was I didn't like the campsite that I chose it was a big Hill may been 59 years old could not go down that Hill the other and that I really liked it I will be back again this year
Barbara E
January 18, 2020
I like the place very well the only thing was I didn't like the campsite that I chose it was a big Hill may been 59 years old could not go down that Hill the other and that I really liked it I will be back again this year
CYNTHIA B
June 6, 2020
Just be careful. We are living in turbulent times. BTW, there is a party barge (that can be rented) that cruises, very slowly, around Lake Lanier that blasts it's music at 2:30 a.m.
CYNTHIA B
June 6, 2020
Just be careful. We are living in turbulent times. BTW, there is a party barge (that can be rented) that cruises, very slowly, around Lake Lanier that blasts it's music at 2:30 a.m.
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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