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Tallulah River Campground
At an elevation of 2,080 ft., on the banks of the Tallulah River, this campground is a favorite. If you like hiking, the Coleman River Trail is there for you to enjoy the outdoors and nature. This river is routinely stocked with Rainbow Trout! Find the location for Tallulah River Campground on the Interactive Visitor Map.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Tallhlah River Campground is open. |
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| Operational Hours: | Open year-round. 14 day maximum stay limit. Quiet hours are from 10pm to 6am daily, no generators allowed to operate during those hours and no more than 4 hours a day during non-quiet hours. |
| Reservations: | Reservations are not accepted. Occupancy of sites are on a first come first serve basis. |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
| Fees: | Camping: $15/site/night, year-round |
| Permit Info: | Georgia fishing license and trout stamp required for fishing |
| Open Season: | Open Year Round |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Restrictions: | The maximum stay is 14 day. Pick out your site and pay the fee within 30 minutes after arrival. Quiet hours from 10pm-6am. No generators to be operating during quiet hours. No UTV's, ATV's, or Golf Carts to be unloaded or used in or around the campground or the Tallulah River Road. After the camper(s) has accumulated 14 days within any 30-day time period, the camper(s) must leave that area/campground and move from Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest land for 30 days before returning for another stay. No gray water or black water dumping at the campground, Moccasin Creek State Campground on Hwy 197 is the nearest site or Black Rock State Park for a small fee. |
| Closest Towns: | The nearest town is approximately 30 minutes southeast in Clayton, GA. Here campers will find restaurants, grocery stores, etc. |
| Water: | Clorinated well system |
| Restroom: | Dual Vault Toilet |
| Passes: | The Interagency Senior/Golden Age Passports and Access Passes/Access Passports are accepted. These passes entitle the pass holder to a 50% discount on camping fees. Please remember to write your pass number on the fee envelope to receive credit for the discount. |
| Operated By: | USDA Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Please contact the Chattooga River Ranger District office at 706-754-6221 or email at sm.fs.crrd@usda.com. The onloading or offloading of any Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) to include ATV, UTV, or Golf Carts is not allowed. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 pm to 0600 am. Checkout time is no later than 1:00 pm and check-in time is 2:00 pm. |
General Information
Directions:Physical Address: 1441 Tallulah River Rd., Clayton, GA
Take U.S. 76 west from Clayton for 8 miles; turn right (north) Persimmon Rd. (a paved county road) for 5 miles; turn left (northwest) on Forest Service Road 70 for 1 mile to Tallulah River (another 3 miles to reach Tate Branch and another 5 miles to Sandy Bottom).
Accessibility:
This campground is accessible to those with disabilities.
General Notes:
There are 3 RV pull-throughs for your convenience.
Parking:
Accessibility:
This campground is accessible to those with disabilities.
Directions:
General Notes:
Good, hard-surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 70; expect narrow gravel road that is crooked and steep in parts.
Activities
Campground Camping
16 large, graveled tent and/or RV sites (approx 10' × 98') positioned on fairly level and wooded forest land, come equipped with picnic tables, grills, and lantern poles. This pet friendly campground has 6 water spigots, interpretive signage, restrooms accessible to those with disabilities and security. There are no RV hookups available.
General Info:
AccessibilityThis campground is accessible to those with disabilities.
General Notes
There are 3 RV pull-throughs for your convenience.
Parking
Accessibility
This campground is accessible to those with disabilities.
Directions
General Notes
Good, hard-surface roads until you reach Forest Service Road 70; expect narrow gravel road that is crooked and steep in parts.
River and Stream Fishing
This river is routinely stocked with Rainbow Trout! Please remember that the State of Georgia fishing licence and Trout Stamp are required for anyone over the age of 16.
Click here for GA DNR fishing regulations and information!
Day Hiking
Tallulah River Scenic Area: very popular with campers due to its close vicinity and ease of access.
Swimming
There are multiple opportunities for wading.
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | |
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| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | |
| Fee charged for some activities: | |
| Parking: | |
| Toilets: | |
| Drinking water: |
Alerts & Warnings
- Town Creek OHV Closed
- Flatlands Road (FSR 256 and FSR 637) Closed
- Lake Conasauga Reservation Only
- Recreation passes available online, by phone and in-person
- Road Closures on the Chattooga River Ranger District
- Coleman River Rd (FSR #54) Closure
- CAUTION Waterfall Dangers
- CALL BEFORE YOU HAUL - ATV and OHV
- Panther Creek Trail Temporary Hiker Restrictions
- Don't Move Firewood!
Related Information
OHV Trail Maps
- Interactive Visitor Map
- BeOutdoorSafe.org
Now more than ever, our favorite outdoor spaces are playing an important role in our lives. Together, we can continue to keep these safe places safe. Whether we’re out in nature or home in our backyards, remember that it’s our role to protect the lands we love.
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