The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Athens, Georgia

If you're looking for the perfect camping spot near Athens, Georgia, that allows pets, look no further than Hipcamp. With over 2,200 options in the area, you'll have plenty of choices to find the ideal campsite for you and your furry friend. Whether you prefer a tranquil lakeside retreat like Brooks Lake, a piece of Heaven with 347 reviews or a scenic mountain getaway like Pisgah Forest Mountain Meadows with 266 reviews, you'll have no shortage of options to explore. Plus, you can enjoy popular amenities such as potable water, showers, and toilets, along with activities like boating, horseback riding, and visiting historic sites. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $6, you'll find the perfect camping experience to fit your budget. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Athens

If you're looking for the perfect camping spot near Athens, Georgia, that allows pets, look no further than Hipcamp. With over 2,200 options in the area, you'll have plenty of choices to find the ideal campsite for you and your furry friend. Whether you prefer a tranquil lakeside retreat like Brooks Lake, a piece of Heaven with 347 reviews or a scenic mountain getaway like Pisgah Forest Mountain Meadows with 266 reviews, you'll have no shortage of options to explore. Plus, you can enjoy popular amenities such as potable water, showers, and toilets, along with activities like boating, horseback riding, and visiting historic sites. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $6, you'll find the perfect camping experience to fit your budget. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Athens

1. Stone Mountain Glamping Site

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49mi from Athens · 1 site · Lodging

The Herb'n Soul Sanctuary is designed to be a sanctuary -- a sacred space for rest, renewal, and relaxation. The Sanctuary welcomes all. Your glamp-site is located in the center of a pine-oak-hickory-poplar forest adjacent to our active urban farming family, where we grow fruits and veggies, and raise goats, chickens, ducks and bees. The entire property is about 10 acres. But don't let the seclusion fool you! We are a 30min ride to the airport. You can enjoy a walk through our labyrinth that has over 80 blueberry bushes surrounding it. As an extra, you can have a tour of our family farm. Stone Mountain Park is also a short drive or bike ride from here, where there is hiking, paddling, golf, and amusement rides available. For a more local experience, the Pine Lake Beach is just a 1.5 miles away. It's a beautiful site for swimming and fishing. New to camping and not sure that you can cook an adequate meal over a fire? No problem. This site provides access to the best of country luxury alongside the city conveniences of DoorDash and UberEats, all in one place. We have a propane heater for the colder months and 2 battery powered fans for hot days.

2. Big Country Camping

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50mi from Athens · 6 sites · RVs

Our "campground" is located on 48 acres we own in a rural area. We have three full hookup sites and can accommodate other dry campers in our open field. We are located well off of the road in a quiet area. Most folks say they feel safe in our quiet oasis with plenty of room to move around and breathe. The pool feels nice on hot days and the dog park is plenty large enough for Fido to run and frolic.

3. Safe Country Landing

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48mi from Athens · 1 site · RV

Are you looking for a quiet place to land for upstate SC adventures? We are located outside the small town of Iva SC. Quaint, but home to all the necessities including a handful of restaurants and a privately owned grocery that boasts about its locally sourced in-house meat department. Where to Adventure: - 31 miles to Clemson University, 16 miles to Anderson University, and 18.5 miles to Erskine College. - 43 miles to downtown Greenville, SC, and 55 miles to Athens, GA. - Very close to several lakes: Hartwell, Secession, Russell, and Broadway. - Home to Grits & Groceries, a restaurant featured on the Food Network. Your Spot Features: - a concrete pad long enough to accommodate up to a 45ft rig. The spot is back-in only. - Water hookup. - 50 amp power supply with 110 outlets. - No sewer hookup. - Access to use the firepit area featuring swings surrounding. Firewood is available for a small contribution. - Space is well-lighted. - Quiet retreat with some minimal road noise. - A resident bluebird who likes to perch near the firepit each morning for a bit. - Hosts are also RVers and appreciate a fireside chat, but also your privacy, so our interaction is flexible and can vary based on your preferences. House Rules: - Non-aggressive breed dogs are allowed, but you must clean up after your pets. Animals need to be leashed. - NO TENTS. - Quiet hours are from 10 P.M. EST to 9 A.M. EST. - Trash must be disposed of in the designated bins (We have local critters). - No parties, all overnight guests must be included in your original reservation guest count. - Fires must be within reason, under control, and inside the designated space. - Pack it in, pack it out. When you leave, the space is still a part of our permanent residence :) - If you plan to use recreational drugs, this is not the spot for you, we will ask you to vacate the premises.

4. Emma’s Forest Hideaway

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15mi from Athens · 1 site · Tent, RV

Brand new, nice, quiet sites in the woods. The sites are located at the end of a gravel road passed some rental cottages. There are four sites that are back in or pull in sites. There’s a creek with a Beaver dam near the sites and up the road, there’s a pond you can see when you’re coming in to the sites. The small town of Crawford has a very nice pizza place called Crawford pizza, which has other stuff as well. Also, Crawford laundry is right there for your laundry needs. There is also a really good Mexican place that’s within 2 miles of the sites. And Athens is just 20 minutes away.

5. Huge 5th Wheel Lowndesville USA

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45mi from Athens · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging

Nestled in the heart of Lowdesville, SC, this RV is perfect for the large group of adventurers, hunters and fishermen. Mega RV sleeps 9 people looking for great fishing and hunting spots near 2 different lakes. Hunting clubs nearby. Fishing guides take you out to Lake Russell and Succession for crappie fishing all season long. RV is located behind the local Country Store and Cafe. Guests enjoy 10% off meals during your stay. Master bedroom includes chest, closet and mounted TV. Full bathroom beside with door for entry and another for guests. Kitchen dining and living area with mounted TV. Gas stove and oven with microwave. Toaster and coffee pot available. Living room sleeper sofa pulls out for extra bed. 4- seat dining room table. Large bunkhouse room with 4 beds for large groups. 2nd full bath off the bunkhouse for plenty of privacy. WiFi available for guests and for included electronics. Please sign out of your apps! Outdoor kitchen available for fish fries! Local ball field and walking trail is .25 mile away. Jim Rampy Recreation Center and boat ramp is only 1 mile away. No boat...fish right off the pier !

Public campgrounds near Athens

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Tallulah Gorge State Park Campground

14mi from Athens · 4 sites · in Tallulah Gorge State Park

Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground

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Watson Mill Bridge State Park Campground

18mi from Athens · 40 sites · Tents, RVs · in Watson Mill Bridge State Park

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Fort Yargo State Park Campground

20mi from Athens · 28 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fort Yargo State Park

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Hard Labor Creek State Park Campground

24mi from Athens · 64 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hard Labor Creek State Park

Victoria Bryant State Park Campground

27mi from Athens · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Victoria Bryant State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Troy

November 2025

40 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Emma’s Forest Hideaway

We had a very nice stay here. It’s very quiet, tucked up under some beautiful trees. Britt is a great guy y’all! Down to earth, easy to talk to, accommodating and funny. We came in a Class A 40ft, it was a little tight in spots but he’s currently working on that so if we can do it anyone can get in there with ease. We would definitely recommend!!

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Mendel

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Stone Mountain Glamping Site

Secluded wooden area in residential area. Like stepping out in to another world Thought of everything

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Cecielia

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Stone Mountain Glamping Site

Loved the tent camping provided including the appliances available to cook. Great sleeping space in the tent. Only recommendation is if the tent for the toilet is a little bigger. It was quite difficult to utilize due to the tight space. Other than that, I recommend if you need a quick and simple space to get away from the city.

Lindsay

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Stone Mountain Glamping Site

We rented Kim's campsite for my husband's 40th birthday celebration. The woods on her property are lovely and private. You feel isolated, even though her property backs up to neighbors. It's super tranquil. We did not spend the night, as we had toddlers and only live 30 minutes away. We did utilize the fire pit and the additional wood Kim gifted us was very appreciated. It had been raining for days (weeks) and the ground was muddy. Kim put down hay for us and it really turned out to be such a fun experience. The grill was basically brand new and there were so many additional amenities (plates, cups, grilling tools, a firestarter bundle). Even though we didnt sleep there, I could imagine a really fun night time experience. It is well lit and there are extra chairs and lanterns We loves exploring the woods and walking on the trails. A few weeks later and those bluerberries would be ripe and ready! Thanks for the wonderful time, Kim!

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Elena

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Stone Mountain Glamping Site

This was my first time using HipCamp or any renting platform, I was a little nervous about figuring things out, timing, etc. Leading up to our weekend stay, Kim was ready and willing to answer any questions that I had. Kim & Taylor are so awesome, communicative and super helpful!!!! Their space is beautiful! My partner and I enjoyed our stay so much!! It’s a super cozy and peaceful spot. Definitely would recommend!!! Incredible hidden gem in Stone Mtn!! ❤️

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Mariano

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Stone Mountain Glamping Site

This was such a great time! Kim was very accommodating and Taylor was so helpful in getting us situated. They are very nice people and are willing to take requests as well. I really appreciated Kim’s help with getting a fire started. This place is beautiful.

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Mindy

April 2025

With pets

2 nights at Stone Mountain Glamping Site

We chose Kim’s spot because my mother lives near Stone Mountain and we wanted an adventure while visiting her for Easter. Situated in a quiet, residential neighborhood we felt completely safe being so close to Atlanta. I liked the well lit, large off street area to park. There’s plenty of room for multiple cars. Kim’s manager, Taylor, met me on-time, gave a wonderful orientation of the grounds and set up an extra hammock for us. I visited with my brother, so I rearranged the furniture a bit but the large canvas tent easily accommodated my cot. The memory foam mattress was great, the potty was easy to use and the trails through the woods were clearly marked. When I visit my mom and the weather is agreeable, I hope I can stay again. Thank you for hosting us!

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Lois

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Stone Mountain Glamping Site

The glampsite at Kim and Trina’s farm is truly a sanctuary in the middle of Atlanta. Not only is the set up a scenic getaway, but the hospitality that Kim and Trina create is truly unmatched. I will be coming back in the future when I visit Atlanta again. Lois

Level Concrete pad large enough to accommodate 45ft rig.

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Amy

March 2025

23 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Safe Country Landing

Tammy was very responsive and accommodating to our last minute request to camp at her place. We never got to actually meet her, but she made us feel welcome and gave us good directions to our parking place. We felt very safe and comfortable, although it is quite close to a highway so there was a bit of traffic noise. We would happily stay there again!

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Keira

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Stone Mountain Glamping Site

This is the perfect place to stay if you’re looking to glamp right outside of atlanta. It was only a 15 min drive to decatur and 25 to atlanta. The host was very nice and communicative. We had everything we needed and I would recommend!