Lake Russell Recreation Area

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, Georgia

Overlanding score
80/100
Booking
Reservable
Site types
tent, rv
Max vehicle length
Not published

Amenities

bathroomshowerwaterhookupdump stationpicnic tablefire ringboat rampfishinghikingtrail

About Lake Russell Recreation Area

Overview

This North Georgia mountain mecca has something for everyone; swimming, camping, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing and boating.Recreation

The campground has easy access to the adjacent beach area, boat ramp, Lake Russell Boat Launch and Beach Areas, and the adjacent Lake Russell Wildlife management area. There are numerous hiking and biking trails including the Lady Slipper Trail, Lake Russell Foot Trail, Rhododendron Trail, and Sourwood Trail. Swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities abound.

Facilities

The campground offers 42 campsites for tents and RVs, however there are no hookups. Campsites have a fire ring, picnic table, and lantern hook. Water is available throughout the campground via water hydrants. Bathrooms have flush toilets with showers.Adjacent to the campground area includes a grass-covered beach and swimming area, picnic shelter/picnic area, biking, boat launch, fishing dock, and near Loop A of the campground is a dump station.

Natural Features

Nestled in the Chattahoochee Oconee Forest, 100-acre Lake Russell is an ideal summer camping location because of the cool mountain air. There are two paved campground loops for easy access to anything you might want to do here.

Contact Info

Source: Recreation.gov

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