West Fork Campground
Situated along the west fork of the river, this area offers isolation and adventure all in one. Visitors often comment they feel as though they've been swept back in time and are looking out onto the great frontier of the past when enjoying the area's treasure scenic views. Come explore and enjoy such adventures as camping, fishing, hiking, and canoeing!
Some sites take reservations. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 5 |
Site guide
5 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 5 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 2 | Gravel | No / No | 5 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 3 | Gravel | No / No | 5 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 4 | Gravel | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 5 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:01 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
There are picnic tables, fire rings, and lantern posts at each site. A toilet facility and bear resistant trash bins are available in the parking lot. These are walk-in only sites. You must park your vehicle in the main parking lot and walk to your campsite.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Open year-round |
| Forest | Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest |
| Booking | Starting January 1, 2025, All Camping will be by Reservation Only. There will no longer be any First Come/First Service. |
| Fees | Camping: $10/night/site, Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access Pass would be $5/night/site, must write the pass number on the fee envelope for that discount. |
| Rules | The maximum stay is 14 days. Pick out your site and pay the fee within 30 minutes after arrival. Quiet hours from 10pm-6am. No generators to be operating during quiet hours. No UTV's, ATV's, or Golf Carts to be unloaded or used in or around the campground or the Overflow Creek Road. |
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Getting there
From Clayton, Georgia drive on Warwoman Road (east bound towards South Carolina) for approximately 13.2 miles, turn left on Overflow Creek Road and the campground will be 1 mile up the road on the left.
| Nearest town | Clayton, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.9482° N, 83.2038° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Chattooga Whitewater Outfitters ↗ | 11.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Blairsville RV Sales ↗ | 37.9 mi |
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Explore
Trails nearby
- 1.1 mi3 Forks3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 mi3 Forks Spur B0.1 mi trail · hiking
- 1.3 mi3 Forks Spur A0.1 mi trail · hiking
- 2.8 miBartram ↗35.8 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
- 2.8 miChattooga River Canoe Trail ↗27.3 mi trail
- 3 miChattooga Hiking Trail ↗15.4 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside National Forests in North Carolina.
- inNational Forests in North Carolina ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,026,237 acres
- 4.7 miEllicott Rock Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 8,300 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.
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
West Fork Campground is located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.
Recreation
Enjoy your day on the west fork of the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. Many opportunities are to be found around this beauiful longest free flowing river in the Southern States. Fishing is one of the favorites, you can spend your day on kayak or canoe, take a hike, or if you are not sure about going on the river without additional knowledge and skills you might even want to join one of the outfitter and guides companies that are permitted with the Forest Service to operate on the river.
Nearby
Along with the beautiful Wild and Scenic River at the back door the area has many hiking trails nearby. Bartram trail, Chattooga River trail, 3-Forks Trail, and Holcomb Creek trail are all in the area, along with a host of waterfalls, and views abound. The state managed Warwoman Wildlife Management Area is just a few miles to the west and to the northwest of this campground is Rabun Bald the second highest peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above sea level.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at West Fork Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at West Fork Campground?
Camping: $10/night/site, Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access Pass would be $5/night/site, must write the pass number on the fee envelope for that discount.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at West Fork Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:01 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is West Fork Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Open year-round.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does West Fork Campground have?
5 sites, including 5 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at West Fork Campground?
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at West Fork Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at West Fork Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at West Fork Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. The maximum stay is 14 days.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at West Fork Campground?
Enjoy your day on the west fork of the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to West Fork Campground?
Clayton, Georgia. Along with the beautiful Wild and Scenic River at the back door the area has many hiking trails nearby.
Source: Getting there
What if West Fork Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Willis Knob Horse Camp (3.5 mi), Sarah's Creek Campground (3.7 mi), and Whetstone Horse Camp (5.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby