Warning
GeneralThe Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds in Hall County are being co-managed between the USACE at Lake Sidney Lanier and Hall County Parks and Rec. The County has taken over day to day operations including reservations and operating dates. Please check their website here https://www.hallcounty.org/1182/Camping-in-Hall-County. The county will honor all America the Beautiful passes for discounts. Any questions please feel to reach out at (770) 945-9531.
About Bolding Mill
Number of accommodations: 95
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
Report Incorrect Information
Help us improve by reporting any incorrect amenity information for Bolding Mill.
Rates, Sites & Availability
95 Sites Available
No sites found matching your criteria.
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Site Details
Select a site to view details
95 Sites Available
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Reviews (1034)
Review Summary
Donna B
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: BMIL
wish they were open later in the year
Donna B
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: BMIL
wish they were open later in the year
Zachary C
VerifiedOctober 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 81, Loop: BMIL
Very well kept. Pay attention to the signs and it's easy to navigate. Don't let the numbers confuse you. Would recommend for casual weekend camping.
Zachary C
VerifiedOctober 16, 2021 • Stayed at: 81, Loop: BMIL
Very well kept. Pay attention to the signs and it's easy to navigate. Don't let the numbers confuse you. Would recommend for casual weekend camping.
Laura M
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: BMIL
So far this is one of the nicer campgrounds, we have a pretty large camper trailer, and what I love most about Bolding Mill campgroud is the SPACING between RV/Camper Trailer "lots" or spaces. Absolutely hate being feet away from other people's campers and personal property, just as much as I do not like anyone being close or feet away from my camper or my personal property. So the space and privacy of the lots are my biggest compliment, and my second favorite thing that makes Bolding Mill different and stand out from all of the other campgrounds that we have visited and stayed at recently, is that they don't lock the gates until 10: 30pm here vs every other campground we have been to locks the gates at 10:00 p.m. on the DOT. So you get an extra 30 minutes in case you're running late or behind and don't have to worry about being or getting locked out. I definitely would recommend Bolding Mill as my #1 FAV (so far), Old Federal campground has been my second favorite. I definitely do not recommend River Forks! The campers/lots are literally only feet away, and just like I've read and reviews they come knocking before check out to make sure you are leaving in time! Not including the way the pavement and lots are set up, unless you have long steps that unfold, our experience with our particular lot was there was about a foot drop from the last step of our camper and there was a broken piece of concrete cement below to use that was already there as a way to help you step up or step down. Very very dangerous and I did not like that at all. Reminds me more of a ran down trashy trailer park at River Forks compared to the USACE campgrounds around lake lanier. Make sure if you're looking for a nice clean and spacious private lot for your RV or camper, that you create an account at recreation.gov and stick with the campgrounds that they provide and that are available through them and that website. Also they have discount passes for senior citizens and you're able to save 50%!
Laura M
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: BMIL
So far this is one of the nicer campgrounds, we have a pretty large camper trailer, and what I love most about Bolding Mill campgroud is the SPACING between RV/Camper Trailer "lots" or spaces. Absolutely hate being feet away from other people's campers and personal property, just as much as I do not like anyone being close or feet away from my camper or my personal property. So the space and privacy of the lots are my biggest compliment, and my second favorite thing that makes Bolding Mill different and stand out from all of the other campgrounds that we have visited and stayed at recently, is that they don't lock the gates until 10: 30pm here vs every other campground we have been to locks the gates at 10:00 p.m. on the DOT. So you get an extra 30 minutes in case you're running late or behind and don't have to worry about being or getting locked out. I definitely would recommend Bolding Mill as my #1 FAV (so far), Old Federal campground has been my second favorite. I definitely do not recommend River Forks! The campers/lots are literally only feet away, and just like I've read and reviews they come knocking before check out to make sure you are leaving in time! Not including the way the pavement and lots are set up, unless you have long steps that unfold, our experience with our particular lot was there was about a foot drop from the last step of our camper and there was a broken piece of concrete cement below to use that was already there as a way to help you step up or step down. Very very dangerous and I did not like that at all. Reminds me more of a ran down trashy trailer park at River Forks compared to the USACE campgrounds around lake lanier. Make sure if you're looking for a nice clean and spacious private lot for your RV or camper, that you create an account at recreation.gov and stick with the campgrounds that they provide and that are available through them and that website. Also they have discount passes for senior citizens and you're able to save 50%!
Paulette B
VerifiedOctober 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: BMIL
Beautiful place. Host very pleasant and easy to work with.
Victor M
VerifiedOctober 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 92, Loop: BMIL
Large spot right on the lake
Paulette B
VerifiedOctober 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: BMIL
Beautiful place. Host very pleasant and easy to work with.
Victor M
VerifiedOctober 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 92, Loop: BMIL
Large spot right on the lake
Location Bolding Mill
Address:
4055 Chestatee Road
Gainesville, GA, 50506-0567
United States
From Atlanta, GA, take SR 400 north to Exit 17, turn right on GA Hwy
306, turn right on GA Hwy 53, turn left on Old Sardis Rd, and turn left
on Chestatee Rd. Follow into campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.3379 / -83.9511
Elevation: 334 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
3PM
Check out time
1PM
- Register at the gatehouse window upon arrival with necessary documents.
- Gatehouse hours are from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends.
- The gates close at 10:30 p.m. and reopen at 7 a.m.
- Gatehouse staff cannot modify reservations due to limited internet access.
Safety & rules
- Alcohol is not allowed on the premises.
Fees & deposits
- No payments can be made at the gatehouse.
- Discount passes must be shown on arrival and are valid for one registered site only.
General
- For more information on Lake Sidney Lanier, please go to: http://www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Recreation/Lake-Sidney-Lanier/
Local regulations
- Mail and food deliveries are not allowed; accept them outside the campground.
Cancellation policy
- No-shows will incur a full charge for their reservation.
Site capacity
- Campers may stay a maximum of 14 days within any 30-day period at USACE campgrounds on Lake Lanier.
- Overnight occupancy is required; day use is not allowed.
Site types & loops
- Commercial activities and unregistered rental campers are not allowed.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThe Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds in Hall County are being co-managed between the USACE at Lake Sidney Lanier and Hall County Parks and Rec. The County has taken over day to day operations including reservations and operating dates. Please check their website here https://www.hallcounty.org/1182/Camping-in-Hall-County. The county will honor all America the Beautiful passes for discounts. Any questions please feel to reach out at (770) 945-9531.
Nearby Campgrounds
Nearby destinations
Last updated: June 4, 2026
