Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Nelson, Georgia, United States

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113 campgrounds 1,613 available sites
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Chilhowee Group Camp

Benton, TN · 55 mi from Nelson

4.7 (7 reviews)

Chilhowee Group Camp, situated in the Chilhowee Recreation Area, accommodates up to 75 campers and features nearby McKamy Lake for swimming and fishing. Visitors can enjoy scenic mountain views from various overlooks along the drive to the campgro...

  • Tent sites: 1
  • Potable Water
  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access
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Chilhowee Campground

Benton, TN · 55 mi from Nelson

4.4 (409 reviews)

Chilhowee Campground, located in the Chilhowee Recreation Area, provides various camping options for RVs and tents, some with electric hookups. The day-use area features McKamy Lake, a sandy swim beach, picnic areas, and a bathhouse. Visitors shou...

  • RV sites: 48
  • Tent sites: 59
  • Potable Water
  • Beach Access
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access

Carolina Valley RV

Marble, NC · 55.5 mi from Nelson

5.0 (5 reviews)

Carolina Valley RV is a tranquil campground featuring five exclusive RV lots set in a serene natural environment. Guests can enjoy the sounds of a nearby creek and access to lush greenery for relaxation and outdoor activities. It's an ideal destin...

  • RV sites: 5
  • Power Service
  • Wi Fi
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
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Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area

Lakemont, GA · 56.8 mi from Nelson

4.4 (569 reviews)

Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area, located in the North Georgia Mountains, provides camping and hiking opportunities. The adjacent lake features activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing. Visitors can enjoy the serene landscape and scenic v...

  • RV sites: 39
  • Tent sites: 41
  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
  • Lake Access
  • Showers

J&J's Getaway

Murphy, NC · 58.9 mi from Nelson

5.0 (5 reviews)

  • General Store
  • Restrooms
  • Waterfront
  • Showers

Quinn Springs Pavilion

Benton, TN · 59.4 mi from Nelson

4.9 (7 reviews)

Quinn Springs Pavilion features a covered picnic shelter accommodating up to 50 people. It is an ideal venue for family reunions and church picnics.

  • Pet friendly
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Tallulah River Campground

Clayton, GA · 60.2 mi from Nelson

4.2 (156 reviews)

Tallulah River Campground, located at 2,080 ft elevation by the Tallulah River, is popular with families and anglers. It offers easy access to the nearby Coleman River Trailhead and features stocked Rainbow Trout fishing. An annual Kid's Fishing R...

  • RV sites: 15
  • Tent sites: 16
  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access
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Low Gap Campground

Helen, GA · 60.3 mi from Nelson

4.2 (85 reviews)

Low Gap Campground, nestled in the Chattahoochee National Forest near the Mark Trail Wilderness, offers a mix of developed amenities and a dispersed camping experience. With 13 sites, it provides abundant opportunities for camping, fishing, hiking...

  • RV sites: 11
  • Tent sites: 13
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  • Restrooms
  • River Access
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Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)

Clayton, GA · 61.1 mi from Nelson

4.4 (55 reviews)

Starting May 1, 2025, all camping sites at Tate Branch Campground will require reservations through recreation.gov. The 17-site campground, located on the Tallulah River and surrounded by hardwoods, offers a rustic outdoor experience for activitie...

  • RV sites: 13
  • Tent sites: 18
  • Pet friendly
  • River Access

Dunya Camp

Summerville, GA · 61.7 mi from Nelson

5.0 (5 reviews)

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Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground

Fort Oglethorpe, GA · 63.3 mi from Nelson

4.8 (22 reviews)

Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground is exclusively for organized non-profit youth groups, such as scouts and church youth groups, under adult supervision. It is intended for educational purposes related to the battlefield's historic resources...

  • Tent sites: 9
  • Parking

Explore Nelson, GA

Population: 1,166

Nearby city: Alpharetta, GA

Approx. 22 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,240 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall, Summer

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Explore Nelson, GA

Population: 1,166

Nearby city: Alpharetta, GA

Approx. 22 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,240 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall, Summer

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