Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground
Scouts and civic organizations only. These sites are for overnight camping by organized non-profit (501c) youth groups (scouts, church youth groups) under adult supervision for the purpose of education of the historic resources of the battlefield. Groups must choose sites according to the size of their group.
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Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Group tent areas | 9 |
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Current camping rate is $20 per night for each site. |
- A set of vault toilets are located between sites 3 and 4.
- Sites 1, 3, and 4 have water spigots with potable water.
- All sites are equipped with a picnic table, fire ring with grill, and lantern pole.
- There is an ampitheatre-style area in the campground that is available first-come, first-serve.
- Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center is 1.5 miles away by car and about 0.45 miles on foot.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center, turn right (south) onto Lafayette Road. Travel 1.5 miles and turn right onto Dyer Road. You will see Brotherton Cabin at this intersection. At the first stop sign, turn right onto Glenn-Kelly Road. Travel 0.5 miles, passing a triangular intersection on your left.
| Nearest town | Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.9283° N, 85.2641° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- This is not A public campground.
- Due to limited space and facilities, camping for solely recreational purposes is not allowed.
- 137 or [email protected].
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx - West Viniard Alexander
2 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
| Outdoor gear | Battlefield Outdoors ↗ | 1.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Clayton Homes ↗ | 4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.1 mi |
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Worth a stop
- Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center is located less than 2 miles from the camping area by vehicle and 0.45 miles by foot.
- Again, these campsites are only available to organized youth groups and as such are not open to the public. There are a number of public and private campgrounds in the surrounding area.
- 12.3 miHouston Valley Ohv Area ↗OHV / range
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground offers tree-sheltered, flat tent sites. The campground is surrounded by a hardwood decidious forest.
Recreation
- Hiking, biking, and horseback riding are popular recreation activities at the park. Groups may also request a ranger tour of the park or ranger-led activity.
- Chickamauga Battlefield contains around 50 miles of hiking trails. In addition, the park has developed a series of recommended trail routes highlighting specific stories within Chickamauga Battlefield. These hike routes are especially popular with scout groups as scouts can earn a badge for each hike.
- Bicycling is permitted on all paved roads and service roads within Chickamauga Battlefield.
- Please refer to trail maps for more information about specific trails where horseback riding is allowed.
- For inquiries about service projects, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Will Wilson at 706-866-9241 ext. 137 or [email protected].
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground?
Sites at Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground?
Current camping rate is $20 per night for each site.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground have?
9 sites, including 9 group tent areas.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground have hookups?
Yes, water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Chickamauga Battlefield Group 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 Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground?
Hiking, biking, and horseback riding are popular recreation activities at the park. Groups may also request a ranger tour of the park or ranger-led activity. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground?
Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia. Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center is located less than 2 miles from the camping area by vehicle and 0.45 miles by foot.
Source: Getting there
What if Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Pocket Campground (25.9 mi), Hickey Gap Campground (33.6 mi, first-come), and Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground (34.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground in?
Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground is a Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.