Lake Winfield Scott Rec Campground and Camping
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About the Campground
The Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area is located on the Blue Ridge Ranger District (formerly the Brasstown Ranger District) within the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains. Pristine water and scenic views draw visitors from around the state and region.
The Blue Ridge Ranger District Office is located just three miles west of Blairsville, GA off of Highway 515, on the north side of the highway. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:30 PM, but it is recommended that visitors call before arriving to confirm that an information receptionist is on staff.
The Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking centered around beautiful Lake Winfield Scott.
The nearest convenience store and gas station are located in Suches, Georgia, about five miles southwest of the campground. The nearest full-service grocery stores and shopping villages are located in Blairsville, Georgia, approximately thirty minutes north along U.S. Highway 19/129.
SWIMMING - The Lake Winfield Scott Beach includes a designated swimming area, picnic tables, bathhouse, pavilions (by reservation only), playground and trash bins.
HIKING - There are day-use hiking trails within the Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area ideal for a short stroll, including one which parallels the lakeshore (.4 mi). In addition, the Jarrard Gap Trail (1 mi.) and Slaughter Creek Trail (2.7 mi) begin the Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area and connect to the Appalachian Trail.
BOATING - Lake Winfield Scott is open to human-powered and electric motor boats only.
FISHING - Fishing for catfish, trout, perch, brim and bass in the lake is a popular activity. See the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for Lake Winfield Scott.
Visitors to the National Forest are responsible for knowing the rules and regulations of the forest. Visitor maps for the Chattahoochee National Forest can be obtained by calling the Forest Service Office in Blairsville, Georgia at 706-745-6928 or by visiting www.fs.fed.us/conf/.
Services & Amenities
| Within Facility |
- ADA Access
- Accessible Fishing
- Accessible Handicapped Site
- Beach
- Beach Shower House
- Benches
- Bird Watching
- Boat Ramp
- Boating
- Cabin Rental
- Campground Host
- Canoeing
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hook Ups
- Fishing
- Fishing Dock
- Flush Toilets
- Grills
- Group Camping Facility
- Hiking
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- Hiking Trail
- Hot Showers
- Information Center
- Lake
- Parking
- Paved Roads
- Pavilion
- Photography
- Picnic Area
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Tables
- Playground
- Restroom
- Sand Swimming Beach
- Scenery
- Showers
- Sightseeing
- Stove
- Swimming
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Fees
Peak Season
Apr 17 2010 -
Nov 12 2010 |
STANDARD NONELECTRIC |
$12.00-$24.00 |
| GROUP TENT ONLY AREA NONELECTRIC |
$48.00 |
| GROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC |
$12.00-$35.00 |
| GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC |
$30.00-$75.00 |
| CABIN ELECTRIC |
$80.00 |
Peak Season
Apr 17 2011 -
Nov 12 2011 |
STANDARD NONELECTRIC |
$12.00-$24.00 |
| GROUP TENT ONLY AREA NONELECTRIC |
$48.00 |
| GROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC |
$12.00-$35.00 |
| GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC |
$30.00-$75.00 |
| CABIN ELECTRIC |
$80.00 |
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Alerts and Important Information
Beginning July 5th, 2010 through the July 31st, 2010, the Lake Winfield Scott dam will be under construction. Lake fluctuations will will range from 2 feet - 8 feet as the work in completed.
Pets are only allowed if they are leashed at all times. Pets can notbe left unattended
Only electric motored boats allowed on Lake Winfield Scott.
For Information regarding your reservation please call Chattahoochee Outdoor Adventure at (423) 496 - 3388
Campground Contact Information
Open From: Jun 16 2010 to Dec 14 2010
Reservation Phone: 877-444-6777
Campground Reservations:
Lake Winfield Scott Rec
Campground Phone: 706-455-0342
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777
Forest Service Road 37
Gainesville,
GA
706-455-0342
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More About Lake Winfield Scott Rec Campground
Lake Winfield Scott Rec is a campground located in Gainesville, Georgia. This is a US Forest Service campground. All reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777.
To find this campground check the map shown above, or enter -83.97389 latitude, and -83.97389 longitude into your GPS device.
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