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| Location | Acworth, Georgia |
|---|---|
| Nightly rate (listed) | $24–$68/night |
| Guest rating | 4.0 / 5 (164 reviews) |
| Maximum RV length | 58 ft (longest listed site) |
| Hookups | Full (water, electric, sewer) |
| Electrical service | 50A |
| Pull-through sites | Yes |
| RV sites | 45 |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Dump station | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Boat ramp | Yes |
| Book on | Recreation.gov |
From the park's listing on Recreation.gov. Confirm details with the park before you book.
More Georgia RV parks with: Full Hookups · Pull-Through Sites · Big Rig Sites · 50-Amp Service
Closest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Payne Campground-Allatoona Lake, not driving.
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights7 sites open for every night
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights6 sites open for every night
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights1 site open for every nightThis weekend · Not yet releasedRecreation.gov hasn't opened these dates yet
Payne Campground-Allatoona Lake is a Recreation.gov campground in Acworth. It lists 45 RV or RV/tent sites and 11 tent sites for rigs up to 58 ft. 1 site has full hookups. Listed amenities include showers, a dump station and a boat ramp, and pets are allowed.
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Availability checked Sep 7 on Recreation.gov. Rates are the provider's nightly rates; totals are estimates before taxes & fees.
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No recent availability data on Recreation.gov: this grid may be out of date, so check availability with the provider. Showing 40 of 56 sites.
| Site | Fr 30 | Sa 31 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 51 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 46 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 53 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 49 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 50 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 48 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 44 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 45 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 47 tent only nonelectric |
Verbatim from guest reviews on Recreation.gov ↗ (164 reviews, ★ 4.0). Not written or edited by us.
“It rained a lot while we were there, but we didn't let it dampen our fun. Loved the spot we had! Great time!”
“We love this campground and are very sorry the goverment decided to close it. Please open back up!”
“Great Host, very well maintained, great sites ”
This weekend (Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1): Book online. Reservations online on Recreation.gov — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Longest RV site listed: 58 ft. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Rig Fit tool
1138 Georgia Highway Spur 20
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Payne Campground sits along the shoreline of Allatoona Lake amid gently rolling Georgia hills about 30 35 miles northwest of Atlanta, with the campground entrance off Kellogg Creek Road just a short drive from Highway 92. The campground's 56 reservable sites are spread to give room between rigs and tents; the mix includes 44 sites that accommodate both RVs and tents, one site dedicated to RV use, and 11 tent-only sites. Campsite amenities at Payne are straightforward and practical: each site has a fire ring and picnic area, and the campground provides drinking water, flush toilets and coin or token showers. A dock at the campground and numerous shoreline fishing jetties put anglers within easy reach of the lake, which is regularly stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish. Beyond the immediate camp loop you'll find a swimming beach and boat access for paddling or motorboating; eight marinas around Allatoona offer boat rentals and lakeside dining, while the Allatoona Visitor Center overlooking the dam offers exhibits on Indigenous history, gold- and iron-era industry, Civil War sites and several nearby hiking trails. Practical details to plan around are clear: nightly campsite fees range from $22 to $64, and sites must be reserved in advance through Recreation.gov (or by calling 1-877-444-6777); for facility-specific questions you can call (678) 721-6700. The Corps' reservation policies include a $10 service fee for changes or standard cancellations, and late cancellations (the day before or day of arrival) will generally forfeit the first night's use fee in addition to any service fee; no-shows can be charged up to $20 and lose use fees. Refund requests must be made within 14 days after your scheduled departure. Once you're on site, activities available in the wider Allatoona Lake area include boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife viewing and environmental-education opportunities, and nearby attractions such as Red Top Mountain State Park, the Etowah Indian Mounds and downtown Acworth or Cartersville make easy day trips from the campground.
| Agency / operator | Not listed |
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| Booking | Recreation.gov [Recreation.gov] |
Picks are 58 ft or shorter: the longest RV site listed here. Pickup area: Atlanta (Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)), about 34 mi straight-line from Payne Campground-Allatoona Lake. RV rentals in Atlanta
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| $24 |
| 54 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $24 |
| 30 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 17 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 06 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 57 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 58 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 09 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 13 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 18 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 21 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 29 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 31 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 37 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 55 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 56 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 22 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 01 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 19 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 20 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 28 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 38 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 02 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 14 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 27 standard electric | – | – | $30 |
| 32 standard electric | – | – | $34 |
| 33 standard electric | – | – | $34 |
| 42 standard electric | – | – | $34 |
| 23 standard electric | – | – | $34 |
| 59 rv electric | – | – | $34 |
| 26 standard electric | – | – | $34 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
| Max RV / trailer length | Not listed |
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| Bear storage | Not listed |
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| Season | Not listed |
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| Hookups | Not listed |
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| Max stay | 14 nights max |
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Sources: Recreation.gov — Payne Campground-Allatoona Lake. "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
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