Moccasin Creek State Park
Georgia State Park
Write a Review 3655 Highway 197 Clarkesville, GA 30523 706-947-3194 Reservations: 800-864-7275 Official WebsiteGPS: 34.8448, -83.5889
Overview of Moccasin Creek State Park
Last Price Paid: $30
Reported by Sutrick2001 on 3/13/2023
Longest RV Reported: 38 feet (Class A)
Reported by KnKFoster on 11/17/2020
Number of Sites 48
Reservations yes
Open Seasonally March - Dec.
Elevation 1,870 ft / 569 m
Tent Camping Yes
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camper-877059 asked on 10/5/2023
How is the AT&T Data service in the campground? Will need steady service to work remotely.
Reviews of Moccasin Creek State Park 12 people have reviewed this location.
“On the Small Side and Sweet”
Reviewed 6/26/2018
Nightly rate: | $34 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 18 |
RV Length: | 19' |
We actually DID it! We took the plunge into the wide world of RV travel by taking our maiden voyage to Moccasin Creek State Park in Clarkesville, GA. The drive to the mountains was awe-inspiring. The lake was tranquil. The people were really, really nice. We were fortunate enough to get Site #18 which was pretty close to Lake Bur... more
We actually DID it! We took the plunge into the wide world of RV travel by taking our maiden voyage to Moccasin Creek State Park in Clarkesville, GA. The drive to the mountains was awe-inspiring. The lake was tranquil. The people were really, really nice.
We were fortunate enough to get Site #18 which was pretty close to Lake Burton. Wow. All this for less than $35 a night? You've got to be kidding. Check in was interesting as I was next in line behind a camper who knew his fishing questions. He asked about things I never heard of and the park attendant answered every one of his questions courteously and fully, like she was talking to a friend. I learned a little about the dining preferences of several species of fish in the area and about fishing licenses while waiting. I learned most of all from the very beginning that this lifestyle is more chill than I'm used to and there will be a learning curve. [Slow down, breathe in, breathe out, repeat, and relax...]
After getting all the check in duties done we had a bit of rain from the outermost tip of Hurricane Matthew. It was still marvelous. Something like that would keep me inside all day at home, but for some reason while camping it's what spurred me on to take a walk with an umbrella.
We packed a lot of food for the trip. I don't know why. The weight of it actually made me concerned about hauling the camper, but we were fine. I guess I never really had to tote seven meals with cooking supplies in my arms to the camper before so I didn't have an idea of the poundage involved. All I can say is that I'm thankful for the camper, the strong enough truck, and that I'm not packing for feeding all of us from backpacks. (Click on the highlighted word above for our menu plans.)
Directly next to the park is the Lake Burton Fish Hatchery. That was surprisingly interesting. Dogs are not allowed so don't bring Fido. Across the street from the park's entrance is a trail up to Hemlock Falls. It was worth the time and effort, although we did wind up walking farther than we expected. User error. You can drive to the trailhead instead, which we did not do. I think it was more of a 4 mile hike the way we did it. No worries. I told you I brought plenty of food.
For an excursion we drove about 30 minutes away to Helen, a town known for it's German village appearance. That was particularly fun since it was Oktoberfest. We ate brats in the Biergarten. Our dog was able to eat under the fest tent with us, receiving a bowl of water and a doggie biscuit from the waiter. It was a lot of fun and a beautiful day.
Moccasin Creek State Park
3655 Georgia Hwy197
Clarkesville, Georgia 30523
Phone: (706) 947-3194
Sites: 54
Recent Rate: $34 4/2017
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Great”
Reviewed 5/7/2018
Nightly rate: | $34 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | 39 |
Wife and I headed to the mountains to do some trout fishing. This place was perfect for a weekend get away. The site we stayed on had plenty of space.
Shmelton would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- boat rental
- fishing
- picnic area
- playground
- recreation trail
- water access
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- firewood
- general store
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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