Bolding Mill
Bolding Mill Campground is an excellent choice for camping on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering plenty of comfortable amenities in addition to a well-kept facility. Visitors will enjoy fishing and boating on the lake as well as the lush picnic area and large swimming beach, perfect for families.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 88 |
| Tent-only | 9 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 80 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
97 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 34 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 28 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 31 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | ||
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 37 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 |
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 | 80 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 14, 17, 53, 76 and 1 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers 88 sites with electric and water hookups (no sewer). There's also nine tent-only primitive sites. Campground conveniences include a laundry facility, fishing pier, and restroom/showerhouses. Facilities outside of the campground but within Bolding Mill park include the playground, swim beach and boat ramp. There's also two dump stations, inside and outside the campground which rotate use per year.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Atlanta, GA, take SR 400 north to Exit 17, turn right on GA Hwy 306, turn right on GA Hwy 53, turn left on Old Sardis Rd, and turn left on Chestatee Rd. Follow into campground.
| Nearest town | Gainesville, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.3379° N, 83.9511° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | under 0.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Woodlands Edge ↗ | 13.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camper City ↗ | 13.7 mi |
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Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests.
- inChattahoochee-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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Natural features
Lake Lanier spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 land acres across five counties in northern Georgia. The reservoir is known for its aqua-blue coloring and spectacular scenery in the forested foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bolding Mill campground is on the northwest side of the lake, which has plenty of grass and shade for comfortable camping.
Recreation
The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to many water activities. Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and playground area near the front of the park.
Nearby
Head to the Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities. Another idea is the Sawnee Mountain Preserve, with breathtaking scenic overlooks, hiking opportunities and rock climbing. Nearby Gainesville, Dawsonville and Dalonega provide many different experiences and opportunities.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bolding Mill?
Sites at Bolding Mill 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 Bolding Mill?
Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bolding Mill?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bolding Mill have?
97 sites, including 88 standard sites with power and 9 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bolding Mill?
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 Bolding Mill have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Bolding Mill?
Campground conveniences include a laundry facility, fishing pier, and restroom/showerhouses.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Bolding Mill?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bolding Mill. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Bolding Mill?
Sites 14, 17, 53, and 76 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 Bolding Mill?
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 Bolding Mill?
The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bolding Mill?
Gainesville, Georgia. Head to the Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities.
Source: Getting there