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Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area

Lake Winfield Scott
Boat ramp
Secondary kayak/canoe launch
Secondary kayak/canoe launch
Accessible picnic area

Featured amenities

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About Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area

Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all centered around beautiful Lake Winfield Scott. The area is situated high in a mountain valley within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, approximately 80 miles from Atlanta, Georgia. The facility offers a rental cabin with electricity and water, as well as sites for tent and RV camping.

Number of accommodations: 17

Campground Amenities

  • Showers
    Showers

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 1 to Aug 31

Sites & Availability

17 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏠 001, Loop: CABIN
10 guests · Campfire
$125.00
/ per night
🚐 001, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
No Hookups
$50.00
/ per night
002, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$26.00
/ per night
003, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$26.00
/ per night
004, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
No Hookups
$50.00
/ per night
006, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
5 guests · Pet Friendly
$26.00
/ per night
007, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
No Hookups
$50.00
/ per night
010, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
5 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
No Hookups
$50.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: SOUTH LOOP
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$33.00
/ per night
🚐 021, Loop: NORTH LOOP
50 Amp · Electric Only
$33.00
/ per night
G01, Loop: GROUP SITES
25 guests
$80.00
/ per night

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.

Review Summary

4.5
158 reviews
5
72.2%
114
4
15.8%
25
3
4.4%
7
2
3.2%
5
1
4.4%
7

Ryan J

Verified

July 30, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: SOUTH LOOP

5

The people who run this campground are fantastic. Bathrooms are clean, and the lake is beautiful. Make sure you are well-equipped, as there is no service available at the campground.

Ashley J

July 25, 2025

5

It had everything we needed right on the water!

Alex F

Verified

July 16, 2025 Stayed at: 021, Loop: NORTH LOOP

5

Beautiful campground, not too busy, lake is beautiful and a joy to swim in. Lots of hiking trails accessible from the campground and a short drive away.

Bathrooms could have been cleaner but were useable. The water pumps could have pumped out cleaner water.

Vicky F

July 13, 2025

4

It was great.

Sandy M

Verified

July 5, 2025 Stayed at: 014, Loop: SOUTH LOOP

5

Host was pleasant and helpful. Nature was beautiful. No problems with the campsite. Nice and shady spot. Loved the campground.

Patricia C

Verified

June 25, 2025 Stayed at: 014, Loop: SOUTH LOOP

3

Was a nice campground the bathrooms could use a little work

Anna E

Verified

June 20, 2025 Stayed at: 015, Loop: SOUTH LOOP

5

The campground is lovely and small. Everyone around was kind! The hiking was lovely and the lake beautiful.

Ashish P

Verified

April 27, 2025 Stayed at: G01, Loop: GROUP SITES

5

Amazing facility

Susan H

Verified

April 26, 2025 Stayed at: 010, Loop: SOUTH LOOP

2

Really remote and not what I expected.

Vijay V

Verified

April 20, 2025 Stayed at: 021, Loop: NORTH LOOP

1

Electric work needed on site

Location Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area

Address:
Forest Service Road 37
Suches, GA, 30572
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 34.7403 / -83.892

Elevation: 864 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Only electric motor boats allowed on Lake Winfield Scott

General

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

General

Learn more about the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

General

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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