Stone Mountain State Park

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. Booking in advance is recommended and can be easily done online or by phone up to 11 months in advance.
2. While reservations are encouraged, any site not reserved is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 
3. If you have a reservation but can’t arrive by park closing hours on your scheduled arrival date, you must contact the park by 3 pm the next day to reschedule your arrival.
4. If the campsite is full, you can try Doughton Park about a 30-minute drive away.

When to Go

Stone Mountain State Park is open year-round and at its busiest during summer, which is the best time for hiking and educational programming. If visiting in the summer months, it’s a good idea to make reservations and arrive early, especially on weekends. If planning to go rock climbing on Stone Mountain, you may want to avoid the hottest months.

Know Before You Go

• You’ll need a permit and to register with park staff before doing any rock climbing on the face of Stone Mountain.
• Pets are allowed in the park (except in buildings and swim areas), but must be on a leash no longer than six feet and cannot be left unattended.
• Backcountry camping is only allowed at the designated backpacking sites on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping here is limited to four people per site.