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About Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 17
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (158)
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area offers a peaceful and scenic camping experience with well-spaced, clean sites and beautiful access to a lake and hiking trails. Campers appreciate the friendly hosts and the tranquil atmosphere, ideal for families and nature lovers. While some amenities could use improvement, such as bathroom cleanliness and cell service, the overall experience is highly enjoyable, making it a favorite destination for many.
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area offers a peaceful and scenic camping experience with well-spaced, clean sites and beautiful access to a lake and hiking trails. Campers appreciate the friendly hosts and the tranquil atmosphere, ideal for families and nature lovers. While some amenities could use improvement, such as bathroom cleanliness and cell service, the overall experience is highly enjoyable, making it a favorite destination for many.
Review Summary
Arie M
VerifiedJanuary 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
Great campground and park
Ronnie M
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
Very nice campground with very clean facilities. The roads are very curvy up and down the mountains getting there so it is best to be an experienced driver if you are in a diesel pusher.
Mike L
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: CABIN
Well, we got there to the house and about 30 minutes later a water line burst and they didn’t know how long it be before it was fixed. Due to weekend..
We had no water, no bath and decided to leave.
Charles C
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
Hot showers were adequate. Maintenance of grounds was good. However, location has no cellular reception or TV reception so be aware of that. I was told a church parking lot on the way to town was the closet cell reception.
James W
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
We loved our campsite and the rest rooms were well maintained.
Amber M
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Camp hosts were friendly & excellent!
Linda P
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: NORTH LOOP
Very clean campsites and bathrooms. There is a trail from the campground that connects to the AT. The lake is calm and provides an opportunity for fishing and kayaking.
Milan P
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
Had a wonderful relaxing fun time. Thanks to the staff for making us feel welcome. Loved the hiking and natural beauty!
Rob M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
Beautiful forested campground, plenty of room between spacious campsites, great hiking, a nice lake and friendly, helpful hosts.
Meg W
January 16, 2020
The pavilion and the restrooms were very clean and in good order. Many thanks to the managers, Dan and Ruth Ann Brightwell, for their support. Their preparation and participation helped to make for a wonderful day!
Location Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area
Address:
Forest Service Road 37
Suches, GA, 30572
United States
From Blainsville, take U.S. 19/129 south for 10 miles. Turn right (west) on Georgia 180 for 7 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 37 at Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area entrance.
From Dahlonega, take U.S. 19 north for approximately 20 miles. Turn left (west) on Georgia 180 for 7 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 37 at Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area entrance.
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area is accessible via U.S. 19/129, which is approximately 10 miles from Blainsville and 20 miles from Dahlonega. Georgia 180 provides direct access to the area from both directions.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.7403 / -83.892
Elevation: 864 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Only electric motor boats allowed on Lake Winfield Scott
- Visitor maps for the forest can be obtained by calling the Forest Service office in Blairsville, Georgia at 706-745-6928 or by clicking here
- Learn more about 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.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
