About Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 41
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Water Access
- Lake Access
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Boating
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (358)
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area is a serene and beautiful campground, offering spacious, well-maintained sites and clean facilities. Guests appreciate the friendly camp hosts, excellent hiking trails, and easy access to the lake for paddleboarding. While the winding road to the campground may be challenging, and some amenities could use improvement, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a favorite destination for many.
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area is a serene and beautiful campground, offering spacious, well-maintained sites and clean facilities. Guests appreciate the friendly camp hosts, excellent hiking trails, and easy access to the lake for paddleboarding. While the winding road to the campground may be challenging, and some amenities could use improvement, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a favorite destination for many.
Review Summary
Carina J
VerifiedMay 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 70, Loop: Loop 2
If peace and quiet had a physical address, it might just be somewhere inside Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area.
This place is so quiet it feels like the trees are politely whispering to each other so they don’t disturb you. No traffic noise, no chaos… just birds, breeze, and the occasional “wait… is that a waterfall or am I becoming one with nature?”
Our campsite was basically VIP seating for the outdoors. We were just a short stroll from the trailhead leading to two waterfalls, including Angel Falls Trail… and let me tell you, those waterfalls did not come to play. Absolutely stunning. The kind of view that makes you pause mid-hike and question why you own indoor furniture.
Even better? We were super close to the lake access, so launching paddleboards was easy. And the water… unreal. Smooth like glass. The kind of paddle where you feel like you’re gliding through a screensaver. No waves, no drama, just vibes.
Now… the road getting there?
Let’s just say it’s not for the faint of heart or anyone who casually says, “I love a relaxing drive.” It’s a winding, hairpin-turn-filled adventure with steep drop-offs that keep things spicy. You will arrive more alert than when you left. Possibly reborn.
But honestly, it’s part of the experience. Like a rollercoaster, but you’re in your own car and questioning your life choices just a little.
Carina J
VerifiedMay 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 70, Loop: Loop 2
If peace and quiet had a physical address, it might just be somewhere inside Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area.
This place is so quiet it feels like the trees are politely whispering to each other so they don’t disturb you. No traffic noise, no chaos… just birds, breeze, and the occasional “wait… is that a waterfall or am I becoming one with nature?”
Our campsite was basically VIP seating for the outdoors. We were just a short stroll from the trailhead leading to two waterfalls, including Angel Falls Trail… and let me tell you, those waterfalls did not come to play. Absolutely stunning. The kind of view that makes you pause mid-hike and question why you own indoor furniture.
Even better? We were super close to the lake access, so launching paddleboards was easy. And the water… unreal. Smooth like glass. The kind of paddle where you feel like you’re gliding through a screensaver. No waves, no drama, just vibes.
Now… the road getting there?
Let’s just say it’s not for the faint of heart or anyone who casually says, “I love a relaxing drive.” It’s a winding, hairpin-turn-filled adventure with steep drop-offs that keep things spicy. You will arrive more alert than when you left. Possibly reborn.
But honestly, it’s part of the experience. Like a rollercoaster, but you’re in your own car and questioning your life choices just a little.
RICHARD M
VerifiedApril 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: Loop 1
We were in loop one which is tent sites with no electricity. Very peaceful decent amount of space between campsites you’re definitely not on top of each other. Bathhouse facility was very clean and in good working order. Water pump was very close to the campsite, which is nice. The day we got there USFS said no more fires, which is understandable given the drought and wildfires.
Dan C
VerifiedApril 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 66, Loop: Loop 2
Wonderful campground and the restrooms and showers are very clean. Camp hosts are excellent. Beautiful area.
RICHARD M
VerifiedApril 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 39, Loop: Loop 1
We were in loop one which is tent sites with no electricity. Very peaceful decent amount of space between campsites you’re definitely not on top of each other. Bathhouse facility was very clean and in good working order. Water pump was very close to the campsite, which is nice. The day we got there USFS said no more fires, which is understandable given the drought and wildfires.
Dan C
VerifiedApril 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 66, Loop: Loop 2
Wonderful campground and the restrooms and showers are very clean. Camp hosts are excellent. Beautiful area.
TYRONE L
VerifiedApril 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 64, Loop: Loop 2
We really enjoyed are stay at Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area. Camp hosts were kind, sincere and pleasant.
TYRONE L
VerifiedApril 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 64, Loop: Loop 2
We really enjoyed are stay at Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area. Camp hosts were kind, sincere and pleasant.
Jeffrey N
VerifiedApril 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: Loop 2
Site was great camp host were great! Really wish the water was hotter in the bath house but other than that great stay!
Jeffrey N
VerifiedApril 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: Loop 2
Site was great camp host were great! Really wish the water was hotter in the bath house but other than that great stay!
Location Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area
Address:
4726 Lake Rabun Road
Lakemont, GA, 30552
United States
Take U.S. 441/23 south from Clayton for 5.4 miles; turn right on Wiley Connector for 0.1 mile; turn left (south) on Georgia 15 (Historic 441) for 1.4 miles; turn right on Lake Rabun Road (County Road 10) for 5 miles.
If pulling a trailer, the best route is to go west on Hwy 76 for 7 miles; turn left on Charlie Mtn. Road for 3.5 miles; turn right on Bridge Creek Road for 2 miles; turn left on Burton Dam Road for 5.4 miles. The campground will be on your left.
Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area is accessed via U.S. 441/23, which is approximately 5.4 miles north from Clayton, and then via Georgia 15 (Historic 441) for 1.4 miles.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.7558 / -83.4813
Elevation: 521 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Safety & rules
- Generators can be used for up to 4 hours daily, but must not disturb other campers.
- Generators can be used for up to 4 hours daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
- Generators must be used quietly to avoid disturbing other campers.
- You may be asked to turn off generators if they disturb other campers.
General
- First-come, first-served sites are also available.
- Click here for more information on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests!
- Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site.
- Moving firewood is illegal in some states.
- Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
- Camping or maintaining a campsite in developed and dispersed areas in excess of 14 days within any 30-day time period.
- After the camper(s) has accumulated 14 days within any 30-day time period, the camper(s) must leave that area/campground and move from Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest land before returning for another stay.
- 36 CFR Section 261.58(a).
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally to prevent pest spread.
Site capacity
- Camping is limited to 14 days within any 30-day period; after that, you must leave the area before returning.
Local regulations
- Hunting is prohibited in developed campgrounds, campsites, trails, and recreation sites.
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