Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
- Reservations can be made at the Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites website or by phone.
- Booking in advance is recommended for weekend campers. Reservations can be made 13 months ahead of time.
- Campsites that have not been reserved in advance are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
When to Go
The park is open year-round but, due to its elevation of 3,640 feet, temperatures are typically cooler than in other Georgia parks. That’s good news for summer visitors looking to escape from Georgia’s heat and humidity but, in winter, snow and ice may force some sections to close and the trails can get muddy and slippery. The park is known for its many spring wildflowers, including violets and flame azalea; early summer mountain laurel and rhododendron, and rich fall foliage.
Know Before You Go
- RV drivers should be comfortable and experienced driving on very steep and narrow roads with tight turns.
- For supplies, stop in Clayton, a 15-minute drive away.
- Wi-Fi is available in the visitor center and Mellinger Center.
- All pets must be on a six-foot leash and continuously attended to. Pets are not allowed in any buildings.
Black Rock Mountain State Park
Mountain top vistas and rugged terrain define this Georgia park.
A visit to Georgia’s highest state park promises cool, fresh air and some of the best scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains. You can take in the views from roadside overlooks or by following some of the 11 miles of hiking trails that lead past wildflowers, streams, waterfalls and forests. Circled by an easy walking trail, the park’s small lake is popular with anglers who fish for rainbow trout, catfish, and bream. Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground has 44 pitches under oaks and rhododendrons for tents and RVs, while four tent-only walk-in backcountry sites offer next-level privacy.
A visit to Georgia’s highest state park promises cool, fresh air and some of the best scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains. You can take in the views from roadside overlooks or by following some of the 11 miles of hiking trails that lead past wildflowers, streams, waterfalls and forests. Circled by an easy walking trail, the park’s small lake is popular with anglers who fish for rainbow trout, catfish, and bream. Black Rock Mountain State Park Campground has 44 pitches under oaks and rhododendrons for tents and RVs, while four tent-only walk-in backcountry sites offer next-level privacy.
Activities in the park
1 campground in Black Rock Mountain State Park
Elevate your next camping trip and get high on life at Black Rock Mountain State Park, the highest state park in Georgia. Get some cool, fresh air in the Blue Ridge Mountains, snap some stellar landscape shots, soak in the views, and spend the night at the RV- and tent-friendly campground, under oaks and rhododendrons. For some next-level privacy, Read more...
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Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
- Reservations can be made at the Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites website or by phone.
- Booking in advance is recommended for weekend campers. Reservations can be made 13 months ahead of time.
- Campsites that have not been reserved in advance are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Read more...Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
When to Go
The park is open year-round but, due to its elevation of 3,640 feet, temperatures are typically cooler than in other Georgia parks. That’s good news for summer visitors looking to escape from Georgia’s heat and humidity but, in winter, snow and ice may force some sections to close and the trails can get muddy and slippery. The park is known for its many spring wildflowers, including violets and flame azalea; early summer mountain laurel and rhododendron, and rich fall foliage.
Know Before You Go
Public campgrounds (book externally) —