OutReserve

Amity Recreation Area

AMITY RECREATION AREA
AMITY RECREATION AREA
AMITY RECREATION AREA

About Amity Recreation Area

Amity Recreation Area is one of the most popular parks on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. The large, 70,000-acre lake and its 1,000 miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 8 to Sep 7

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Reviews (10)

Review Summary

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4
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Joselyn L

August 7, 2022

5

The most amazing, peaceful, and relaxing place to be. Will most definitely always go back.

Joselyn L

August 7, 2022

5

The most amazing, peaceful, and relaxing place to be. Will most definitely always go back.

Kevin P

June 26, 2022

4

The area was great. The park ranger was professional and friendly.

Kevin P

June 26, 2022

4

The area was great. The park ranger was professional and friendly.

Jake J

June 25, 2022

5

Staff was awesome , beautiful area

Jake J

June 25, 2022

5

Staff was awesome , beautiful area

Zack H

July 31, 2021

2

We never got the chance to use it due to my wife being in the hospital, so were not able to come, and ended up calling everyone, to cancel cook out

Zack H

July 31, 2021

2

We never got the chance to use it due to my wife being in the hospital, so were not able to come, and ended up calling everyone, to cancel cook out

Wesley U

May 16, 2021

3

We had site 2 reserved. When we got there our name was on site 1 and somebody else had site 2. Don’t know if somebody had more clout than us or what but my reservation clearly states site 2.

Wesley U

May 16, 2021

3

We had site 2 reserved. When we got there our name was on site 1 and somebody else had site 2. Don’t know if somebody had more clout than us or what but my reservation clearly states site 2.

Location Amity Recreation Area

Address:
5870 Thomson Hwy
Lincolnton, GA, 30817
United States

Highway access

Amity Recreation Area is accessible via U.S. Highway 78, which is located approximately 6 miles from Thomson, Georgia. Additionally, State Route 43 provides access to the park.

Latitude & Longitude: 33.6461 / -82.4719

Elevation: 111 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

  • The park is open from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  • A confirmation letter is required for check-in; the entrance fee applies to all users.

Fees & deposits

  • A $5 entry fee is required, with passes displayed during your visit.

Pets

  • Pets are allowed but must be on a leash at all times.

Safety & rules

  • Alcohol is not allowed in the park.

Site types & loops

  • Glass and pets are not allowed on swimming beaches.

Fires & fuel

  • Open fires are not allowed in the park.

Amenities

  • Sports equipment like nets and volleyballs are not available.

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: June 3, 2026

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