Sawnee Campground

Sawnee Campground lies just north of the Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The campground features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to boating and swimming.
The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, over 11 million people come to visit.

Facilities

Sawnee Campground offers 43 campsites with electric and water hookups (no sewer), 5 tent walk-in campsites with water and electric hookups, and 11 walk-in campsites without hookups. Additional amenities include restrooms/bathouses, laundry facilities, a playground and sandy swimming beach.

Nearby attractions

Take in views of the dam at the nearby Westbank Overlook, or head northwest of the campground for scenic drives and wildlife spotting opportunities at the Sawnee Mountain Preserve. The city of Cumming is nearby and has shopping, restuarants, a fairground and much more.

Natural feaures

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface water acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity. The reservior was created in 1956 with the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.

Recreation

Sawnee Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing and swimming. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach, playground and boat ramp available for campers.

Driving directions to Sawnee Campground

Take US 400 north exit 14, turn right on Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Rd, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Rd. Campground is on the left.

Location and contact info

Unnamed Road, GA 30041

For campground inquires, please call:770-887-0592

Sawnee Campground details

Checkin time: 3:00 PM
Checkout time: 1:00 PM
Max num of people: 8
Max num of vehicles: 3
Max vehicle length: 0
Pets allowed
Campfire allowed

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Amenities at Sawnee Campground

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Shade

RV Hookups
Electricity hookup
Water hookup

supplies
Grills/Fire ring
Picnic table
Fire pit

Activities at Sawnee Campground

Water access

Camping

Picnicking

Boating

Fishing

Swimming site

Swimming

Water activities

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