Sawnee
Sawnee Campground lies just north of the Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The campground features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to boating and swimming. The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, over 11 million people come to visit.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 43 |
| Tent-only | 11 |
| tent only electric | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 85 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
60 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront,riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront,riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront,riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 43 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront,riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront,riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront,riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront,riverfront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 22 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront,riverfront | 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 | 85 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. |
| Accessibility | Sites 28, 47, 56 are listed accessible |
Sawnee Campground offers 43 campsites with electric and water hookups (no sewer), 5 tent walk-in campsites with water and electric hookups, and 11 walk-in campsites without hookups. Additional amenities include restrooms/bathouses, laundry facilities, a playground and sandy swimming beach.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Take US 400 north exit 14, turn right on Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Rd, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Rd. Campground is on the left.
| Nearest town | Cumming, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.1763° N, 84.0788° 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 ↗ | 3.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camper City ↗ | 7.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 9.1 mi |
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Sawnee Campground Review, Cummings Georgia
Public land it sits in
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests begins about 7.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.1 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
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface water acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity. The reservior was created in 1956 with the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.
Recreation
Sawnee Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing and swimming. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach, playground and boat ramp available for campers.
Nearby
Take in views of the dam at the nearby Westbank Overlook, or head northwest of the campground for scenic drives and wildlife spotting opportunities at the Sawnee Mountain Preserve. The city of Cumming is nearby and has shopping, restuarants, a fairground and much more.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Sawnee?
Sites at Sawnee 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 Sawnee?
Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Sawnee?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Sawnee have?
60 sites, including 43 standard sites with power, 11 tent-only sites, and 6 tent only electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Sawnee?
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 Sawnee have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Sawnee?
Additional amenities include restrooms/bathouses, laundry facilities, a playground and sandy swimming beach.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Sawnee?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sawnee. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Sawnee?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Sawnee?
Sites 28, 47, and 56 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. 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 Sawnee?
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 Sawnee?
Sawnee Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing and swimming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation