Reviews

Eliz Anderson

Beautiful space. Would have rated it higher but every day of our stay the host repeatedly used a leaf blower until afternoon, including before we were checked out. They had to return our children’s toys to us after they realized we were still down by the lake and only one person went on an errand with our vehicle (10:30, when check out isn’t until noon). Our lake view included some giant metal trash. My kids had fun throwing acorns at it though. Beautiful facilities. Visitor center staff was nice and helpful.

한량

A quiet and leisurely state park. There are electrical facilities, barbecue grills, and shower rooms where you can take a shower, although only cold water comes out of the beach.

River Run

My worst camping nightmare fulltime RVing!!! 😢 my first contact was excellent! I had to postpone my trip by a day due to a sick dog- she couldn’t have been nicer. Let me know if I wasn’t able to be there by 5pm the next day(running late) call for a pass code. All good, all normal. 😊 Next day traffic awful my 4hr 17min trip was showing on GPS 5:42 based on traffic delays. Called, explained&asked them to text passcode”no, we don’t text passcodes” can you email it to me? “No, I can tell you over the phone” l said am by myself driving please just send it with directions No we don’t do not that (it’s near 5pm when they leave) I said ok hold on I’m driving let me pull over and get a pen&paper” On the side of the highway with trucks passing shaking my motorhome I get a speech about a main gate and the hours open& closed 10pm to 7/8am? - passcode finally. But did not need any of that information to enter campground-frustrated 😱 “Mame, I will not be leaving campground tonight just need directions to get into campground? How? will I need a passcode?”Yes I was trying to explain, “Mame I am on the side of the highway waiting for the passcode to get to my campsite” Do you want to speak with my manager? “No I want the passcode I was told to call and get it if running late- line goes dead 😵 I call back ask why did you hang up on me? I didn’t I put you on hold to speak to the manager. Still haven’t yelled🤐 no I just need the 4 digit passcode? I’m still on the side of the highway waiting because I was not there by 5 refused to text #, listening to info I don’t need and not getting info I do! Next-Well first thing in the morning you need to come to the visitors center for paperwork and pay any money you owe. Explained paid in advance, don’t want paperwork “you-must have a pass”I said leave it at the site. I don’t want to set up camp tonight Only to de-camp the next morning for a piece of paper!!! You could walk? Uggh I was done. I will stay a few nights and never return l. Worse yet to come ——-I had campsite 41 the most difficult to back into required to go through another campsite(38) to get motorhome (only 23ft) in position to back into🤯 NEVER AGAIN WOULD NOT RECOMMEND Nice campground, clean, definitely not worth the hassle!

Ken Kirby

A nice park with deer casually strolling by, clean restrooms/showers, great staff, and secure. They have a nice beach with a refreshments shack, two nice boat launches (we used them for kayak launching), nice dump sites (with a hose that doesn't have a crushed end), dumpster corral, the main lodge/check-in, firewood, and ice (which was not available at the time due to a temperamental ice cooler). As for the lack of ice, call before you get there to check on their ice supply as the nearest gas station is not near. Our site (#30) was very small (narrow) but nice. If you're bringing a big show, you may want to call to make sure that you'll get the space you need. All in all, it's a nice park that is a bit off the beaten path.

Tammy Cha

We had such a great experience at Don Carter State Park! It was the perfect staycation: peaceful, fun, and really well maintained. The beach area was beautiful and relaxing, and the trails were easy to navigate and made for a really enjoyable walk. The swing coaster playground was a big hit too. It’s a great spot for kids to have fun. One thing that really stood out was how clean everything was, from the restrooms to the picnic areas. You can tell the staff takes pride in keeping the park nice for visitors. We brought our dog along and appreciated that the park is pet-friendly. While dogs aren’t allowed on the beach, they are welcome on the trails and in other areas as long as they’re leashed. Overall, it was a very positive experience and we’re already looking forward to coming back again! Highly recommend if you’re looking for a simple but refreshing getaway close to home.

Marissa Toomey

Our recent camping trip was made truly exceptional by the incredible campground hosts Anna and Cliff. From the moment we arrived, their warm and welcoming demeanor set the tone for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. They were always available, offering helpful tips about local trails and attractions, and answering any questions we had with patience and genuine enthusiasm. What truly stood out was their dedication to keeping the campground pristine. The restrooms and showers were spotless, and the entire area was consistently clean and well-maintained. They clearly took pride in their work, and their efforts created a comfortable and inviting environment for everyone. We noticed them frequently blowing leaves from the sites, emptying garbage bins, and ensuring that each campsite was left in perfect condition after each departure. Their presence was a reassuring one; they were always visible and approachable, making us feel safe and well-cared for. It's clear they went above and beyond their duties, and we are so grateful for their hard work and friendly attitude. They truly made our camping experience memorable, and we hope to encounter such wonderful hosts again in the future. Their dedication to cleanliness and hospitality is a testament to what makes a campground truly great.

Jennifer Page

The handicapped accessible trail was great. I use a walker for mobility , and I didn't have trouble on the trail. There is one really steep area, and not a lot of warning. That was the only troublesome area. But thankfully, my dogs know their commands like "slow", and we could navigate. My dogs loved it. There were also a lot of benches available to sit and rest.

Boxer Mama x2

Cleanest state park I have ever been to. I love the layout and trees between each site. So many trails to choose from. But the campground is my fave. Love that bathhouse is always clean and the laundry area. Only downside is no trash bins for dog bags. They provide the bags but no disposal like other parks. But this is just a minor inconvenience.

Dawn Dykstra

We stayed here in our truck camper for 5 nights. My husband was selected for a 3 day deer hunt at the park. They close the park for 3 days to allow about 40 hunters to help control the deer population. I was not able to stay during the hunt due to safety reasons. On my way home, as I drove out of the park I saw several dead deer on the sides of the roads. It's sad to see and I believe that it is necessary to thin the population so that deer don't get hit by cars and endanger people/families. This is a nice park that is borderd by a section of Lake Lanier. There is a beach, day use area with picnic tables, playgrounds and ample parking. They have about 40 RV campsites and multiple tent camping areas. There are many hiking trails as well as equestrian trails. The RV campground was full but mostly quiet when we were there in November. I'm sure that summer is quite busy and vibrant with families enjoying the lake. The campground bath houses and restrooms are nice and clean. There are 2 host sites in the campground and they do a great job keeping everything maintained. The RV sites are mixed, meaning some are more spread out from others and some are very level while others are not quite level-close, but the area is generally a bit hilly. Water and electric hookups were great with good water pressure and reliable electricity. Most everything in the RV park area is within walking distance except the day use area/beach which could be walked but is a little far especially with kids and probably not recommended. There is no shortage of hiking trails however and a lot of open woods to wander through as well as the shoreline of the lake. Our dog loved it and we will be back! The photos are of my husband's hunting blind, our puppy dog 🐕 and several from the woods including a stack of stones which after careful inspection appeared to be a possible grave in the middle of the woods🤷🏼‍♀️ also some grass spider webs and wild fungus or mushroom🍄?