Finally going to camp at Cumberland Island in a few weeks, very excited! I'll be at the Sea Camp and plan on bringing my own cart to haul my gear.

I keep hearing how bad the bugs are, but are they of much concern in December? What can I expect from the weather? I'm assuming not too cold but a little chilly at night.

As far as campfires go, I tend to go through a lot of firewood because I like a big fire. I can't imagine I can bring too much firewood from my cart along with the rest of my gear? Can you purchase firewood from the ferry?

I will try to be brief and succinct but it’s almost a lifetime crammed into a post.

In the 80’s and 90’s I (M54) used to camp almost every weekend in the woods of either Virginia or Georgia. We didn’t have an RV or camper just a tent and a couple of bags.

Fast forward 20+ years, multiple back surgeries, an addiction to painkillers, finding my personal defining moment, quitting 100mcg fentanyl patches cold turkey AND I’m ready to live life again.

My son (15) has seen the pictures and heard the stories but he’s never been out truly camping with his dad. Sure we’ve gone camping as a family but it was in a campground with a fire pit and power (as well as him mom and older sister). But he wants to go with me the way he’s seen in the pictures on my wall. Today I guess that would be called primitive camping and maybe it was called it that back then but to me it was just camping.

But I know laws, public land use, etcetera has changed quite a bit since then and I’ve been out of it so long that when I search the web everything seems to start with the assumption that you’re done this before.

But as far as planning a weekend camping trip with my son in particular with where we can hike, fish, cook our fish, camp and explore where I know where I’m going and what I am permitted or not permitted to do is a new area to me. I’m actually surprised I’m even typing this post as my pride has always stood in the way of me seeking help. (A systematic problem with most men my age it seems but that’s another subreddit and post)

I live in the metro Atlanta area and am willing to drive a few hours. If anyone knows of some parks, forests or any places I can take him just to hike a bit and camp where we want to would be awesome. It doesn’t have be on a river or lake but just some ideas.

I am going to ski in Georgia at the end of February for a few days and want to add to my trip some trail walking. Basically routes of 1-2 days. I know it can be stormy at the mountains, so I am looking for safer options which will still have nice views. Snow is fine but nothing risky. I saw that for example Borjomi-Kharagauli is a nice option, but I have no idea how it is at the winter. I plan to travel alone. Car is optional but better without. Any tips?

Me and my family are trying to go camping and trying to find free spots to do so but having a hard time finding any

Am I allowed to build a fire along the river in the parks in the Marietta and Sandy Springs areas along the river?

Typically I head up to one of the National Forests or WMA in North GA, TN, or NC. I am feeling like a little warmer weather right now though.

What are some good places to camp South of Atlanta? East, or West, doesn't matter. Just South.

I tent camp and prefer more primitive places were I dont have neighbors in arms or sights reach. I like to fish and hike. I also bring my dog.

I appreciate any suggestions you can give!

If I get to Vogel State park before it officially opens, can I park there for free for the day?

-within 2-3 hours from Athens -no permit required -good for a 2-3 night hike + camp, preferably a loop -not insanely rigorous or populated

Thank you in advance!

Howdy folks,

Hope all is well. Im looking at trying to find a place to camp by athens for a few days next week. It'll literally just be me, my car and my tent (nothing fancy). I see that theres Oconee, Fort Yargo, Watson Mill and Pine Lake.

Id prefer to not have to trek/hike that far to get to the spot from wherever I park, as well as maybe a bit of distance myself and the next person (in case they have a generator or are very loud, etc).

Would anyone have a rec for the above four places at all, or maybe a site Im not aware of?

Also, do I need to be a georgia resident or is it okay if Im from a neighboring state?

I dont know how the process works and just looking for some info if anyone can advise accordingly.

Thanks!

Fiancée and I love to car camp up in the North GA mountains, especially in the late fall/winter seasons. Unfortunately, nobody in our friend group is particularly interested in primitive camping and being childfree homebodies in our mid 30s doesn't really help with expanding the social circle. We've been camping solo for almost 3 years but want to see if it would be more fun with another couple.

I'm a bit of a gear head, but my fiancée is a minimalist and gets annoyed when I try to stuff the subaru with gear.

What are some good ways to meet like minded people who are into primitive camping and exploring?

Anybody know if it’s easy to drive up/park at sites around Raven Cliff Falls or Tray Mountain? Heading up to that area tomorrow for 2 nights with a group of 5 split among 2 cars. We’re looking for something free/low cost with great views, hard ask when tons of reservation only sites in that area are booked for the weekend lol. Any recommendations appreciated

My gf and I are novice campers looking for a firepit, dog friendly spot. We will be tent camping. Clean bathroom preferred.

We loved Hunting Island State Park in SC but looking for something different this time around...

We saw a variety of campsites on Hipcamp but wondering what y'all think

My gf and I will be visiting Georgia from Nov 20-25 and are hoping to do some (beginner/intermediate) sport climbing. We were hoping to do some climbing up north at Yonah Mountain, Raven Cliffs, and Tallulah Gorge, but it looks like they're all closed unfortunately.

Does anyone have any recommendations for where to do sport climbing this time of year in Georgia?

Or if the best climbing spots are closed, I'm thinking maybe we should leave our climbing gear at home and do more hiking instead. Is northern GA still the best area for hiking right now, or are most of the best waterfall hikes closed?

Any insights would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Hello, wondering if anybody would happen to know of a good car camping spot, or a hike to campsite of no more than 1 mile to a nice bald or field. The reason being I am hoping to bring my telescope, which is quite heavy and would be a pain to lug around. Also hoping for nice hikes nearby the next day. I have been doing lots of research but realize it is a very specific set of requirements. Wondering if y'all could help me out.

Looking for car camping suggestions within an hour of Tallulah. Prefer non reservation and a creek or river. Tia

Has anyone attempted this recently? I'm seeing posts over a year old, but would love some newer info. Seasoned hiker here that has done most of the main spots in GA (and a few obscure ones), but I've heard this one can get rough towards the end. Is it comparable to the cable scramble section at Panther Creek? Recent blowdowns from storms?

Online it says this trail is temporarily closed, is this outdated? Has anyone been there recently? Thanks in advance :)

I am planning my first backpacking trip and I'm wanting to go to Cohutta Wilderness. I am looking at hiking along the Conasauga River and doing some fishing while I'm camping. I'm planning to arrive there around 3 next Friday and stay till Sunday. I'm looking at parking at either the Conasauga River Trailhead or the Hickory Creek Trailhead. Does anyone know where the campsite are along the river or if this is a bad plan, where can I find some ideas? Thanks

Hey looking to hit my normal spot at Sarah's Creek off Warwoman rd in Clayton GA. Any update on the entrance? We usually go off behind the main campground as well. Has it been cleared post helene?

I see this everywhere when I’m walking in nature and I am curious to what it means. Does anybody know or can point me in the direction of someone who does?

Hi Folks!

Has anyone ever car camped for a night at Newfound Gap before?

https://maps.app.goo.gl/UHX4w2KZr1U7MGWZA

It's a great overlook and was trying to catch a sunrise from here.

I don't know if park rangers, cops, etc. heavily monitor the location.

Thanks in advance for your time!

Has somebody been to yonah mountain after the hurricane?

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest - Mount Yonah Trail Head

We just moved to GA near columbus and want to do some car camping. we have a rooftop tent. any recommendations?

Looking for location ideas for an overnight backpack trip. I’m planning an overnight trip in December for a Boyscout troop, probably 10 kids who have never backpacked. Original idea was to go up to Springer Mtn. and do a loop. Then I realized some of these kids are small and couldn’t carry enough gear to keep themselves warm if it’s cold in the mountains.

Does anyone have any suggestions maybe south of Atlanta where we can have a 5 or so mile hike out and back and stay overnight. Appreciate any help.

What’s the weather like in northern Georgia in the winter? I’d like to be there Dec-Feb in my campervan but how often should I worry about my water freezing? 🚐

Of course I looked it up but what I hear from actual people seems really conflicting about the weather.

Also wondering how the hiking is in the winter and how frigid it gets up in the mountains.

Thanks in advance!

I plan on taking my mom on her first backpacking trip to Providence Canyon. We are still in the very early planning stage. I have done a good bit of reading about it, most people say bring in all your water, that it can get muddy etc. I haven't seen any comments about human waste disposal. I am assuming it is a dig a hole and pack out your TP situation. Also haven't read anything about wildlife. I did a lot of backpacking out in Idaho, and you always had to have your food and stuff in a bear bag or similar things. What about here?

I’ve seen lots of people mention preacher for good view and relatively easy hike. Anything i should know before heading out? I have Alltrails and GaiaGPS downloaded already. I plan to car camp the night before and hike up in the dark to enjoy some tea on top of the mountain with a sunrise.