Winfield
Winfield Campground is located on the Little River portion of the J. Strom Thurmond Lake, near Mistletoe State Park. Camping at Winfield is ripe with many different opportunities for relaxation, skill-building, family bonding, and nature appreciation. The 70,000 acre lake and 1,000+ miles of shoreline are prime for activities that facilitate such opportunities such as boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, and bird watching, and so much more of course!
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 79 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
79 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 002 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 003 | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 004 | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 005 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 006 | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 007 | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 008 | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 009 | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 | |
| 010 | Pull-through | 65 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 12 / 4 |
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 01:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 034, 035 are listed accessible |
Winfield Campground has many facilities that every camper can enjoy which include 80 sites with water and electric hook ups. The gatehouse has friendly Gate Attendants with information about the campground, and local area. There are two bathhouses that have flush toilets and showers, and a pit toilet. Access to the boat ramp and courtesy dock are for registered campers only making your water adventure moments away! For the little campers, there is a playground near the designated swimming beach. For camper convenience, a new dump station and dumpsters are located in the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
7701 Winfield Rd Appling, GA 30802. From I-20, take Exit 175 (HWY 150) north 7 miles to campground sign. Turn left onto Mistletoe Road, go 2 miles and turn left onto Winfield Road. Campground is at the end of the road.
| Nearest town | Appling, Georgia |
| Coordinates | 33.6519° N, 82.4219° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 7.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 21.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Escape Outdoors ↗ | 21.8 mi |
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Georgia's Best Lake Front Campsites. Winfield Campground.
Worth a stop
Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional settings for outdoor activities such as, boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking. There are many USACE managed day-use areas, trailheads, and the dam to explore. Mistletoe State Park is the closest attraction with many activities available. Nearby cities house museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants, and shopping areas.
- 3 miRaysville Marina ↗Boat launch
- 4.8 miThurmond Marina ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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Natural features
Water/ Land: Winfield Campground is on the shoreline of the J Strom Thurmond lake that is over 70,000 acres, and surrounded with a mix of pine and hardwood trees which offer shade and visual interest. Wildlife: Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, neo-tropical birds, wild turkeys and whitetail deer. Weather/ Climate: Average temperatures during the camping season starts out at 76 degrees Fahrenheit and peaks in July at 90 degrees Fahrenheit. May receives the least amount of rainfall on average, but increased rainfall for June, July, and August.
Recreation
Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers great conditions for exciting activities such as boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming. Mistletoe State Park is nearby and offers hiking trails, a nature center, and wildlife viewing to further expand recreational opportunities and experiences. When recreating at Thurmond Lake, we hope to give our visitors opportunities to bond, appreciate nature, relive stress, improve skills, and improve physical fitness.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Winfield?
Sites at Winfield are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Winfield?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Winfield have?
80 sites, including 79 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Winfield?
The longest site here provides 65 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
Does Winfield have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Winfield?
There are two bathhouses that have flush toilets and showers, and a pit toilet.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Winfield?
Yes, pets are allowed at Winfield. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Winfield?
Sites 034 and 035 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 Winfield?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 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 Winfield?
Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Winfield?
Appling, Georgia. Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional settings for outdoor activities such as, boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking.
Source: Getting there
What if Winfield is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Petersburg (9.3 mi), Ridge Road (9.6 mi), and Modoc (12.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby