Bald Ridge Creek
Bald Ridge Creek Campground is on Lake Sidney Lanier, popular for its aqua-blue waters and spectacular scenery. Each year, over 11 million visitors travel to Lake Sidney Lanier for fantastic fishing and boating on the beautiful reservoir in northern Georgia.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 82 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 109 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
82 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 109 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 02 | Back-in | 57 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 03 | Back-in | 62 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 04 | Back-in | 56 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 05 | Back-in | 58 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 06 | Back-in | 56 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 07 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 08 | Back-in | 48 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |||
| 09 | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 10 | Back-in | 43 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | 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 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 109 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. |
| Accessibility | Sites 09, 10, 60, 62 and 1 more are listed accessible |
The 82 campsites come with electric and water hookups (no sewer hookups). Additional conveniences in the well-maintained park include a dump station, laundry facilities, and restrooms/bathouses.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Atlanta, GA, take SR 400 N to Exit 16, turn right on Pilgrim Mill Rd. turn right on Sinclair Shoals Rd. turn left on Bald Ridge Rd. Follow signs into campground.
| Nearest town | Cumming, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.2089° N, 84.0873° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and 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.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camper City ↗ | 9.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 11.3 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests begins about 4.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.8 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.
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Lake Sidney Lanier is nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. The lake features 692 miles of shoreline and spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 acres of lush terrain. The reservoir was created in 1956 with the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.
Recreation
Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.
Nearby
By boat, there's plenty of coves and islands to explore on the lake. For land activities, head to the Sawnee Mountain Preserve for hiking, rock climbing and an interactive visitors center for kids. The city of Cumming is nearby and has shopping, restuarants, a fairground and much more.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bald Ridge Creek?
Sites at Bald Ridge Creek 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 Bald Ridge Creek?
Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bald Ridge Creek?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bald Ridge Creek have?
82 sites, including 82 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bald Ridge Creek?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Bald Ridge Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Bald Ridge Creek?
Additional conveniences in the well-maintained park include a dump station, laundry facilities, and restrooms/bathouses.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Bald Ridge Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bald Ridge Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Bald Ridge Creek?
Sites 09, 10, 60, and 62 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Bald Ridge Creek?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, 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 Bald Ridge Creek?
Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bald Ridge Creek?
Cumming, Georgia. By boat, there's plenty of coves and islands to explore on the lake.
Source: Getting there