Woodring Branch Primitive Campground
Woodring Branch Primitive Campground is located in the North Georgia Mountains on the beautiful Carters Lake Project, which is just a short 70 miles north of Atlanta. Carters Lake provides clean, safe, and quiet campgrounds that help you escape the hustle and bustle of your day-to-day routine and relax with your family. Woodring Branch offers boating, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking at the day use area, and many other summer activities. Woodring Branch has two different loop style trails from easy to moderate. The Amadahy Hiking Trail and the Oak Ridge Nature trail will ensure a great family hiking experience as they both include a wide diversity of plants, animals, and scenic views.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 11 |
Site guide
11 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 2 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 3 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 4 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 5 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 6 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 7 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 8 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 9 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 10 | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This heavily wooded campground offers eleven primitive sites.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Atlanta, take I-75 north to Exit 293; follow Highway 411 north. Turn right on Highway 136, then left on old Highway 411. Turn right on Highway 282/76. Campground is located 4.5 miles off Highway 282. From Ellijay, GA, take Highway 282/76 west for 11 miles to the access road and follow signs to the campground.
| Nearest town | Chatsworth, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.6248° N, 84.6387° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx - West Viniard Alexander
40 mi from the campground · 175 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 9.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Blue Sky Outfitter ↗ | 33 mi |
| RV sales & service | Dunlap Family RV of Chattanooga ↗ | 33.7 mi |
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Worth a stop
Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge there are many attractions nearby. The towns of Blue Ridge, Ellijay, Jasper and Chatsworth all boast of many tourist opportunities. From restuarants, festivals, etc. there are many opportunities for exploration of local attractions.
- 1.8 miCarters Lake Marina ↗Boat launch
- 14.2 miBarnes Creek Picnic Area ↗Day use
Public land it sits in
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests begins about 0.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.2 miChattahoochee-Oconee National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,796,317 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Gilmer County CourthouseBuilding · Ellijay · 10.1 mi
- Murray County CourthouseBuilding · Chatsworth · 12.3 mi
- Wright HotelBuilding · Chatsworth · 12.3 mi
Natural features
Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of foothills scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. It covers 3200 surface acres and has 62 miles of undeveloped shoreline.
Recreation
Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty. Whether in a powerboat or sailboat on the open water or paddling along the shoreline in a canoe, Carters Lake offers enjoyable boating experiences for everyone. Fishing is a popular activity on the lake. Major species include bass (largemouth, smallmouth, hybrid, striped and spotted), crappie, walleye, bream and catfish. Bank fishing locations are limited due to steep shoreline terrain, but six boat ramps are scattered around the shoreline, offering easy access to the lake. The Amadahy Trail is located in the Woodring Branch Recreation Area. This 4-mile loop is excellent for beginners with flat to rolling terrain. Bikers and hikers are treated to beautiful views of Carters Lake along most of trail's length. The Oak Ridge Nature Trail is also located in this area and offers a shorter one mile hike through upland forests.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Woodring Branch Primitive Campground?
Sites at Woodring Branch Primitive Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Woodring Branch Primitive Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Woodring Branch Primitive Campground have?
11 sites, including 11 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Woodring Branch Primitive Campground?
Woodring Branch Primitive Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Woodring Branch Primitive Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Woodring Branch Primitive Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Woodring Branch Primitive Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Woodring Branch Primitive Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Woodring Branch Primitive Campground?
Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Woodring Branch Primitive Campground?
Chatsworth, Georgia. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge there are many attractions nearby.
Source: Getting there
What if Woodring Branch Primitive Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Woodring Campground (0.5 mi), Doll Mountain Campground (1.2 mi), and Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground (16 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby