Lake Russell Recreation Area

This North Georgia mountain mecca has something for everyone; swimming, camping, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing and boating.

Facilities

The campground offers 42 campsites for tents and RVs, however there are no hook ups. Campsites have a fire ring, picnic table and lantern hook. Water is available throughout the campground via water hydrants. Bathrooms are have flush toilets with showers. The campground area includes a grass covered beach and swimming area, picnic shelter/picnic area, biking, boat launch, fishing dock and dump station.

Nearby attractions

Visitors to the area can enjoy exploring Anna Ruby Falls; Brasstown Bald Recreation Area (Georgia's highest point); Cornelia, GA; and the Chenocetah Fire Tower.

Natural feaures

Nestled in the Chattahoochee Oconee Forest, 100-acre Lake Russell is an ideal summer camping location because of the cool mountain air. There are two paved campground loops for easy access to anything you might want to do here.

Recreation

The campground has easy access to the beach area, boat ramp, and the adjacent Lake Russell Wildlife management area. There are numerous hiking and biking trails including the Lady Slipper Trail, Lake Russell Foot Trail, Rhododendron Trail and Sourwood Trail. Swimming, fishing and boating opportunities abound.

Driving directions to Lake Russell Recreation Area

Take Ga 365/U.S. 23 North from Gainesville past Cornelia to Hwy 197. Turn right for approximately 3 miles until dead-end. Right on Dicks Hill Parkway for approx.3/4 mile. Turn left onto the paved Lake Russell Road.

Location and contact info

Old Lake Russell Road, GA 30531

For campground inquires, please call:1-706-778-8427

Lake Russell Recreation Area details

Campfire allowed
Checkin time: 4:00 PM
Checkout time: 2:00 PM
Location rating: Good
Max num of people: 5
Max num of vehicles: 2
Max vehicle length: 30
Pets allowed
Hike in distance to site: 15

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Amenities at Lake Russell Recreation Area

RV Hookups
Electricity hookup
Sewer hookup
Water hookup

supplies
Fire pit
Picnic table
Grills/Fire ring

Activities at Lake Russell Recreation Area

Hiking

Camping

Fishing

Swimming site

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