Ancient Lore Village
Knoxville, TN · 53.4 mi from Athens
4.0 (5 reviews)
Top Campgrounds near Athens
177 campgrounds
1,622 available sites
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Low Meadow Farms
Knoxville, TN · 54.4 mi from Athens
5.0 (5 reviews)
Season starts on April 30, 2027
Closed for Season
Jackrabbit Mountain
Hayesville, NC · 54.6 mi from Athens
4.5 (499 reviews)
Jackrabbit Mountain Campground provides picturesque lakeside camping in Nantahala National Forest, North Carolina. Visitors can engage in various activities such as hiking, fishing, and water sports. The campground features three loops, with Loop ...
- RV sites: 92
- Tent sites: 70
- Potable Water
- Beach Access
- Pet friendly
- Lake Access
Smoker Holler RV Resort
Sevierville, TN · 54.9 mi from Athens
4.4 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- Showers
- Waste Disposal
- Pavilion
Talona Ridge RV Resort
East Ellijay, GA · 54.9 mi from Athens
5.0 (5 reviews)
Honeysuckle Meadows RV Park
Sevierville, TN · 55.3 mi from Athens
4.8 (5 reviews)
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Cooper Creek Campground (GA)
Suches, GA · 55.5 mi from Athens
4.2 (227 reviews)
Cooper Creek Campground, located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in North Georgia, offers a variety of recreational activities such as camping, hiking, trout fishing, and hunting. The well-maintained campground provides decent privacy ...
- RV sites: 24
- Tent sites: 24
- Parking
- Pet friendly
- Campfire Ring
Season starts on May 25, 2027
Closed for Season
Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Pavilion
Gatlinburg, TN · 55.5 mi from Athens
4.7 (33 reviews)
Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Pavilion is nestled in the mountains, providing a tranquil and shaded setting for visitors. It offers a serene atmosphere in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Ideal for a peaceful outdoor experience, it e...
- Potable Water
- Parking
- Pet friendly
- Restrooms
Star Gazer Glamping Village
Sevierville, TN · 55.9 mi from Athens
4.2 (5 reviews)
The Hala
Bryson City, NC · 56 mi from Athens
4.8 (5 reviews)
- Restrooms
- Waterfront
- Showers
- Waste Disposal
Stay Nantahala
Topton, NC · 56.4 mi from Athens
5.0 (5 reviews)
Full Throttle Campground
Robbins, TN · 56.4 mi from Athens
5.0 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Restaurant
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Woodring Branch Primitive Campground
Chatsworth, GA · 56.6 mi from Athens
4.3 (29 reviews)
Woodring Branch Primitive Campground, located in the North Georgia Mountains near Carters Lake, offers a peaceful retreat just 70 mi from Atlanta. Visitors can enjoy various activities such as boating, hiking, and picnicking, with two loop trails ...
- Tent sites: 11
Cove Creek RV Resorts
Sevierville, TN · 56.9 mi from Athens
3.2 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Showers
The Hemlocks by NOC
Bryson City, NC · 56.9 mi from Athens
5.0 (5 reviews)
Calfkiller Bend Campground
Doyle, TN · 57 mi from Athens
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Waterfront
- Playground
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Frank Gross Campground
Blue Ridge, GA · 57 mi from Athens
4.4 (47 reviews)
Frank Gross Campground, located in the Chattahoochee National Forest about 2 hours north of Atlanta, offers year-round recreational activities such as camping, fishing, and hiking. With eight private campsites near Rock Creek, it's a great spot fo...
- RV sites: 7
- Tent sites: 8
- Pet friendly
Season starts on May 18, 2027
Closed for Season
Woodring Campground (GA)
Ellijay, GA · 57.1 mi from Athens
4.5 (512 reviews)
Woodring Branch Campground, located in the North Georgia Mountains near Carters Lake, offers a peaceful retreat just 70 mi from Atlanta. Visitors can enjoy various activities such as boating, hiking, and picnicking, with trails suitable for all sk...
- RV sites: 30
- Tent sites: 41
- Beach Access
- Pet friendly
- Showers
Woodring Day Use Area Shelter
Chatsworth, GA · 57.1 mi from Athens
4.9 (9 reviews)
Woodring Day Use Area is situated in the North Georgia Mountains, approximately 70 mi north of Atlanta, by Carters Lake. It offers a scenic environment for various outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, boating, and fishing. The area is ideal...
- Pet friendly
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Population: 14,471
Nearby city: Chattanooga, TN
Approx. 49 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 863 ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Many campgrounds near Athens welcome pets. Woodring Campground (GA) is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
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