Fort Yargo State Park Campground
Welcome to Fort Yargo State Park Campground, your perfect outdoor getaway located in the heart of Winder, Georgia, just a short drive from Athens and Atlanta. With a stellar rating of 4.7 stars, this campground is a cherished destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Whether you're planning a family camping trip, a romantic weekend, or a solo retreat, Fort Yargo offers a variety of activities and amenities to ensure an unforgettable experience. From hiking and mountain biking trails to a serene lake perfect for paddle boating, this state park caters to all ages and interests. At Fort Yargo State Park Campground, guests rave about the clean and cozy facilities, friendly staff, and the beautiful natural surroundings. Recent visitors describe the campground as "comfy, cozy, clean, and spacious," making it an ideal setting for relaxation and recreation. Families can enjoy the new beach area, where children can play and adults can unwind by the water. With miles of scenic trails and day-use areas, the park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Join fellow campers in embracing the tranquility of nature, and don't forget to explore the many activities available, such as fishing, picnicking, and wildlife watching. Make your reservation today and experience the joy of camping at Fort Yargo State Park Campground. For more information, visit [gastateparks.org](http://gastateparks.org) or call us at (770) 867-3489. Whether you're looking to reconnect with nature or simply escape the hustle and bustle of city life, Fort Yargo is the perfect destination for your next adventure!
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Melissa Hamilton
We had an amazing experience at Fort Yargo! We went camping for the weekend and rented the 4-person paddle boat — such a fun and peaceful way to explore the lake. The staff was friendly, the boat was clean and easy to use, and the whole rental process was smooth. The campground was also well-maintained and perfect for families. We’ll definitely be back again. Highly recommend for a relaxing outdoor getaway! The ladies who assisted us were awesome as well. #FortYargo #CampingFun #LakeLife #PaddleBoating
Jeff N
It’s a great state park within a reasonable drive of Atlanta. There’s a new beach area, miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, and day use areas. I highly recommend checking out the campground. I’ve camped at two walk in tent sites and enjoyed both times.
DebbieLou
Comfy, cozy, clean and spacious campground located in Winder, Georgia — Bathhouses are also clean. Really nice and happy people. Note: Internet is a little slow. Come on down. ⛺️Chop Chop! #GaStateParks🌳 #HappyPlaces❤️ “Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints.” ― Aliyyah Eniath
Daniela Andrea Paoli Noguera
Fort Yargo is a very beautiful park — we really enjoyed our time there. We especially loved camping and spending time at the beach. It’s a great place to relax and connect with nature. However, I would recommend improving the maintenance of the campground restrooms. Unfortunately, they were quite dirty and not well taken care of. A bit more attention to cleanliness would really enhance the overall experience for visitors.
Kim K
We camped for the Fort Yargo 50k that was held on the trails at the park. The state park is beautiful and there are many things to do as a family. The campground was super clean and well kept and the trails are beautiful. All the campsites are very well shaded, are huge, and are pretty private which is really nice. We can't wait to come back, it was one of our favorite spots.
Beka Hyder
Beautiful wooded campground, level RV sites, gravel ground surface, nice hiking trails throughout, playground area. We camped for the weekend in site #12. It was a wonderful site! Big picnic table, fire ring, grill. Plus some wooden steps leading down to the waters edge. Geese and ducks came by and our toddlers LOVED feeding them Cheerios. They were very friendly and even ate out of their hands. The earthen bridge was fenced off (I assume for construction? But nothing active seemed to be going on) so we walked a mile along the campground roads go get to the campground playground, instead of 0.2 miles. That was a bit of a bummer, but not a big deal overall. The bath houses looked quite nice and well maintained. Vending machines for drinks and very well lit at night. The yurts looked cool, they were across the lake from us. There was a boat launch, larger playground, cabins, biking/hiking trails. The visitor center looked incredible. Modern beautiful building with tables/chairs outside for sitting any time day/night. We like to try new places every time we camp, but if we run out of places, we'll surely choose to come back here.
Michael Venning
What a great park - one of GA finest.... we had a little change of plans and converted a stay from an RV site to a cottage, and it was just a phone call away and smooth! The cottage is phenomenal! A wonderland experience! Spacious, warm, cozy, all the amenities needed for a long, comfy stay. Right on the lake - which has a walking path around, View anytime of the day was spectacular. We've set by the fire ring a lot, cooked out on, viewing the lake... so wonderful!! The cottage has a huge screened in back porch, too, which goes great with morning coffee! Only down side to this place is we have to leave! There is plenty to do, yakn, fishing, great walking... do yourself a favor and come here a few days... It'll change your view on life!! PERSONAL NOTE: I give a single star because of one reason... you are not allowed to collect dead wood off the ground for a campfire! Ugh, duh? You have to buy it from them, or within 50miles of - which means if you're camping around the state more than likely you can't take your 'special' firewood with you!! And the reasonings are (from website): 1. Keeping people from cutting live trees, 2. Stopping the spread of harmful bugs. NEWS ALLERT... instead of punishing responsible people, make rules to stop irresponsible people - fine them $1000.00/jail time per, that would sure stop me!! And as far as bugs, you better kill every bird and animal around that travel and migrate more than 50miles for they carry far more insects than humans! It's called nature!!!
Bruce Wheller
What a great park and campground. They just completed a large renovation of the beach area. Lots of picnic tables, parking and the buildings are really nice. Definitely went above and beyond. We'll be back to camp here again.
Tammy Rountree
Nice campground, friendly staff. The site could have been cleaner upon arrival. There are alot of large trees that provide shade, very pretty.
Lauren Cromwell
T Walk in, tent camp site April 2023, loved the trails nearby, proximity to lake and kayak launch, big plus, felt like we had the best part of Georgia to ourselves! Good tasting water from spigot and bathroom which was clean, modern and warm with functional shower in 1 of 2 genter neutral, spacious bathroom/showers.
