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LAKE RUSSELL RECREATION AREA

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The 10 most popular campsites at LAKE RUSSELL RECREATION AREA

Ranked by how often each site reserves on weekends in peak season (May–Jul). Set up an alert and we'll email you on cancellations.

Site 14

Best here

Ranked #1 of 42

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 34

Top pick

Ranked #2 of 42

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 33

Top pick

Ranked #3 of 42

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 35

Standout

Ranked #4 of 42

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 15

Standout

Ranked #5 of 42

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 16

Decent

Ranked #6 of 42

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 13

Decent

Ranked #7 of 42

TENT ONLY · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 28

Decent

Ranked #7 of 42

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 11

Wait for better

Ranked #9 of 42

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

Site 31

Wait for better

Ranked #10 of 42

STANDARD · Sleeps 5 · Electric

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About this park

Nestled in the Chattahoochee Oconee Forest, 100-acre Lake Russell is an ideal summer camping location because of the cool mountain air. There are two paved campground loops for easy access to everything there is to do here. No gas motors allowed on the lake, nor the adjacent Nancytown Lake. The Nancytown Recreation area adjoins the Lake Russell Rec Area, and includes several popular trailheads as well as the smaller Nancytown Lake. Parking Access at Nancytown is included for day use visitors to the Lake Russell Recreation Area, and registered campers. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources stocks trout in Nancytown Lake four times between March and August. While the Broad River courses through the adjacent WMA also produces trout for the hearty angler. Many other fish species can be found in both Nancytown Lake and Lake Russell. Mountain bikers will find miles of single track; the Lady Slipper Trail is a popular trail of moderate difficulty. There are many trail options for hikers that include the lake loop as well as the rhododendron trail that connects to the manicured area atop Chenoceta Mountain where the Chenoceta Fire Tower can be found. Additional trails abound in the Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area to keep you exploring the naturalized area that covers the lake and several miles of lands in the mountains and valleys that contribute to the Broad River watershed.

Recreation
The Lake Russell Recreation Area maintains a swim beach for those hot summer days, along with plenty of picnic spaces with tables and grills to help fuel your day in the mountains. No dogs on the beach please, and no shore fishing within the swim area boundary. The Nancytown Recreation area adjoins the Lake Russell Rec Area and includes several popular trailheads as well as the smaller Nancytown Lake. Parking Access at Nancytown is included for day use visitors to the Lake Russell Recreation Area, and registered campers. No gas motors allowed on Lake Russell, nor the adjacent Nancytown Lake. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources stocks trout in Nancytown Lake four times between March and August. While the Broad River coursing through the adjacent WMA also produces trout for the hearty angler. Many other fish species can be found in both Nancytown Lake and Lake Russell. Mountain bikers will find miles of single track; the Lady Slipper Trail is a popular trail of moderate difficulty. There are many trail options for hikers that include the lake loop as well as the rhododendron trail that connects to the manicured area atop Chenoceta Mountain where the Chenoceta Fire Tower can be found. Additional trails abound in the Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area to keep you exploring the naturalized area that covers the lake and several miles of lands in the mountains and valleys that contribute to the Broad River watershed. Road Bikers enjoy the asphalt roads that encompass both Nancytown and Lake Russell Recreation Areas, the highly motivated aim for the access road and climb the hill back toward Mt. Airy, Georgia. The nearest town, Mt. Airy includes convenience stores nearby where you can find bait and tackle, ice, drinks, and various sundries to complement your visit.

Nearby
Visitors to the area can enjoy exploring Anna Ruby Falls; Brasstown Bald Recreation Area (Georgia's highest point); Cornelia, GA; and the Chenocetah Fire Tower.