Sawnee Campground

The Sawnee Campground offers easy access to the beautiful Lake Lanier and the Chattahoochee River. This scenic campground features a boat ramp, allowing paddlers and boaters to easily launch their vessels and explore the expansive lake and meandering river.

Lake Lanier is a popular destination for a variety of water sports, including kayaking, canoeing, and powerboating. The lake is known for its clear, aqua-blue waters and stunning scenery, set against the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. The Chattahoochee River, which flows into the lake, is a scenic waterway well-suited for peaceful paddling trips.

Campers at Sawnee can take advantage of the on-site boat ramp, which provides direct access to the lake and river. The campground also offers other amenities such as a swimming beach, playground, and picnic areas, making it a well-rounded destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Reservations can be made online or by phone, and the campground is open to the public, with fees as determined by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Overview
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...

Overview
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.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.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.Natural Features
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.
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.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be honored.

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