Allatoona Lake

1138 GA Highway Spur 20
Cartersville, GA 30121

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Located only 30 miles from Atlanta, more than 6 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, camping, hunting, fishing, swimming and other water sports, and observing the abundant wildlife along the shores of this beautiful lake. The visitor center features video exhibits and displays about the area's history, ranging from the time of early Indians to the gold mining and iron making days, from Civil War up to the present.

Directions

From Atlanta, 45 miles north on I-75 to Exit 290, east on GA 20, south on GA 20 Spur to the dam and visitor center.

Reviews

Allatoona Lake campgrounds are generally praised for their beautiful lake views, spacious and shaded campsites, and friendly, helpful staff. Visitors appreciate the peaceful and family-friendly environment with good access to lake activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming. Facilities are mostly well-maintained and clean, though some campsites and restrooms have issues with cleanliness, maintenance, and outdated amenities. Recurring concerns include noise disturbances from other campers and nearby boaters, inconsistent enforcement of rules, site access difficulties for larger rigs, and limitations caused by gate locking times. Despite occasional drawbacks like ant infestations, overgrown vegetation, and variable staff demeanor, many guests find the campgrounds scenic, relaxing, and suitable for families and nature lovers.

Beautiful lake views and access

Friendly and helpful staff

Spacious, shaded, and mostly clean campsites

Peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere

Good access to boating, fishing, swimming, and playgrounds

Bathrooms and showers sometimes dirty or outdated

Inconsistent maintenance and grounds upkeep

Noise disturbances from other campers and nearby boaters

Limited gate access and early checkout times

Site access and privacy issues at some locations

1,673 reviews

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Scott A

Campground:Sweetwater Campground

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Reviewed 9 days ago

Nice place! Stayed right on the water and even got to witness the lunar eclipse over the lake! Lots of Horned Owls and Brown-headed Nuthatches, too! Good, clean bathrooms. Very enjoyable stay... just wish we could have stayed longer. One thing to note... As nice as the campground was, departing was a pain in the patoot! Atlanta traffic is a mess, even as soon as you leave the park entrance. Recommend you DON'T leave early morning (rush hour). Wait until traffic dies down.

Allyson L

Campground:Victoria Campground

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Reviewed 16 days ago

We love this location and spent all summer camping there. We know it is super safe for our Child also since we know the camp hosts. We are starting to plan our trips for next year already. Can't wait for another great year.

David W

Campground:Victoria Campground

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Reviewed 17 days ago

Love the campground. I enjoying coming yearly. Great location and amenities.

Ashley E

Campground:Victoria Campground

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Reviewed 20 days ago

Great campground!

Donald W

Campground:Victoria Campground

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Reviewed 20 days ago

Great campground. Beautiful layout and very friendly and attentive staff. We will camp there again

David w

Campground:Victoria Campground

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Reviewed 21 days ago

Mrs. Misty and Mr. Robert are very nice and professional, beyond their work, they pride themselves in relationship. Park is pretty dang clean and the bathrooms are as well. Me and my wife enjoy our visits each and every time

Keep your options open

Watch for a matching campsite across monitored campgrounds in Allatoona Lake.

Popularity: Very busy

Busiest in November, when about 84% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 8 years of reservations.