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Payne Campground-Allatoona Lake

Allatoona Lake

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

Payne Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia. Payne Campground provides 57 spacious reservable campsites, conveniently located near the dock and swimming beach. Located only 35 miles from Atlanta, Allatoona Lake is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River.

max Stay

14 nights

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

Payne Campground provides 57 spacious reservable campsites, conveniently located near the dock and swimming beach. Fire rings, picnic areas, drinking water, flush toilets and showers are all provided, creating a comfortable camping experience for visitors.

Natural Features

Located only 35 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 stocked 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.

Nearby Attractions

The city of Acworth and Woodstock are nearby, offering restaurants, shopping, and historic downtown areas. Historic sites like the Etowah Indian Mounds and Booth Western Art Museum are a close drive to the city of Cartersville. 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.

Campsite map

Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.

57 mapped sites

Campsites

A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.

Site 52

PAYNE

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

32 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 09

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

40 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 35

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

58 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 13

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

8

people

β€”

shade

Site 48

PAYNE

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

39 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 50

PAYNE

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

34 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 29

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

36 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 44

PAYNE

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

41 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 11

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

40 ft

vehicle

8

people

β€”

shade

Site 27

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

38 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 59

PAYNE

RV ELECTRIC

42 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 19

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

33 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 21

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

42 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 56

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

29 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 17

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

39 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 24/25

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 58

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

30 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 06

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

29 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 20

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

31 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 54

PAYNE

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

60 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 40

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

46 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 15/16

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

38 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 12

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

25 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Site 05

PAYNE

STANDARD ELECTRIC

28 ft

vehicle

8

people

Yes

shade

Important notices

Maximum of three pets are permitted per campsite
Maximum of eight people per campsite
Maximum of three vehicles per campsite
Camping limit is 14 consecutive days or 14 non-consecutive days in any 30-day period at all Corps of Engineers operated campgrounds on the Allatoona Lake Project.

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