Lake Russell Campground

Cornelia, GA 30531

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Cornelia, GA 30531, United States

706-778-8427

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Lake Russell Campground is a hidden gem located in Cornelia, Georgia, United States. This North Georgia mountain mecca offers a wide range of activities for visitors of all ages. From swimming and camping to picnicking and hiking, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

The campground features 42 campsites for tents and RVs, although there are no hookups available. Each campsite comes equipped with a fire ring, picnic table, and lantern hook. Water hydrants are conveniently located throughout the campground, and the bathrooms have flush toilets with showers.

Surrounded by the Chattahoochee Oconee Forest, the 100-acre Lake Russell provides a cool escape from the summer heat. Two paved campground loops make it easy to access all the amenities the area has to offer, including a grass-covered beach, picnic shelter, biking trails, boat launch, and fishing dock.

Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as Anna Ruby Falls, Brasstown Bald Recreation Area, Cornelia, and the Chenocetah Fire Tower. Hiking and biking enthusiasts will love the variety of trails available, including the Lady Slipper Trail, Lake Russell Foot Trail, Rhododendron Trail, and Sourwood Trail.

For inquiries about the campground, please call 1-706-778-8427. Directions to Lake Russell Campground are easy to follow, just take Ga 365/U.S. 23 North from Gainesville past Cornelia to Hwy 197, then follow the signs to the campground.

Whether you're looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or an outdoor adventure, Lake Russell Campground has something for everyone. Explore the beauty of North Georgia and create unforgettable memories at this picturesque destination.

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Goff Neal:

"Let me tell u, I've been to a few U.S. Forests parks an this place is by far the most beautiful one so far."

1 year ago

James Copeland:

"This is an old campground. It isn't designed for larger campers. I have a 38ft motorhome and I could not get into the dump spot. It is well forested and has pretty views but your are size limited on ur camper."

1 year ago

Kathy Bullmer:

"I just wish people who stay up and talk until 3:00 a.m. and let their big dog run free on Friday night would understand camp etiquette."

1 year ago

Bull Winkle:

"Certainly not worth $24 a night plus $8 reservation fee during the peak season. Nor $18 a night with an $8 reservation fee in the off season. This is not a $30 a night Campground. It's a $15 a night National Forest campground. National Forest Service designated concessionaire is at fault. Sites need upgrading most to close together rule enforcement by concessionaire is slim and none. National forest and concessionaire have a lot of work to do before this can be recognized as anything more than three stars. Not recommended"

almost 2 years ago

Bill Zanow:

"We are trying to do more primitive camping with our little camper, and this place is pretty nice for that sort of thing. We were there in mid-July for one night, so it was fairly warm. I guess with the time of year, it wasn't particularly busy, and that made it much nicer with some privacy. We stayed in site 27. The camp hostess was super nice and her rules are very forgiving. She seems to really care about keeping the campsites and bath houses clean. We came in a Wrangler and an 18 foot travel trailer. Most of the sites on Loop B would accommodate our setup. About half of the sites had very nice, level parking/setup. There are tables and fire rings at each site. There appears to be activities one could enjoy during extended stays, like hiking, canoeing, and fishing around the lake. With our short trip, we didn't do anything other than take the dogs for a quick walk. The main reason for the 4-star is that the bath house that we were closest to was closed. Seems there was some vandalism that deemed it inoperable. However, it wasn't too much farther to walk to the next one. We drove through Loop A on the way out, and it seems this is geared more toward the tent camper. A couple we're big enough for a small camper, but Loop B is better for this. Oh yeah, this place also has one of the nicest dump stations we've used. Nothing fancy, but there's room for two vehicles at once going in opposite directions."

almost 5 years ago

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