Sweetwater Campground
Sweetwater Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 106 |
| Tent-only | 42 |
| group standard electric | 2 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 75 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
150 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Partial | Yes | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | |||
| 002 | Electric | Back-in | 37 | Paved | Partial | Yes | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 003 | Electric | Back-in | 31 | Paved | Partial | Yes | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 004 | Electric | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | Yes | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 005 | Electric | Back-in | 39 | Paved | Partial | Yes | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 006 | Electric | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | Yes | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 007 | Electric | Back-in | 24 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | ||
| 008 | Electric | Pull-through | 30 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 009 | Electric | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| 010 | Electric | Back-in | 24 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 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 4:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 78 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Site 106 is listed accessible |
Sweetwater Campground provides more than 150 spacious reservable campsites, conveniently located near the dock and swimming beach. Lake front sites are also available, giving visitors sweeping views of the vast lake. Fire rings, picnic areas, drinking water, flush toilets and showers are all provided, creating a comfortable camping experience for visitors.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Physical address: Sweetwater Campground, 1400 Fields Chapel Road, CANTON, GA 30114. From I-75 take exit 290 and head east on Highway 20 toward Canton/Rome. After approximately 12 miles turn right onto Fields Chapel Road and follow for 2 miles into the campground. From I-575 take extit 16.
| Nearest town | Canton, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 34.1944° N, 84.5789° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 7.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 8.8 mi |
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Sweetwater Campground Review - North of Atlanta - Army Corps of Engineers Campground
Worth a stop
The city of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum. The Visitor Center at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video exhibits and displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early Native Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center overlooks the dam and offers many hiking trails. Red Top Mountain State Park has more than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs. Eight marinas are located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water Park is in Marietta. Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.
- 2.2 miLittle River Landing Marina ↗Boat launch
- 3.7 miVictoria Harbour Marina ↗Boat launch
- 14.6 mi
Public land it sits in
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests begins about 14.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 14.3 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
Located only 50 miles from Atlanta, Allatoona Lake is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer visitors respite from the rush of city living.
Recreation
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. The lake is annually restocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Sweetwater Campground?
Sites at Sweetwater Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Sweetwater Campground?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Sweetwater Campground?
Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Sweetwater Campground have?
151 sites, including 106 standard sites with power, 42 tent-only sites, and 2 group standard electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Sweetwater Campground?
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 Sweetwater Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Sweetwater Campground?
Fire rings, picnic areas, drinking water, flush toilets and showers are all provided, creating a comfortable camping experience for visitors.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Sweetwater Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sweetwater Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Sweetwater Campground?
Site 106 is 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 Sweetwater Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, 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 Sweetwater Campground?
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Sweetwater Campground?
Canton, Georgia. The city of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum.
Source: Getting there