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Old Federal Campground
Old Federal Campground is one of the Corps of Engineers camping areas on Lake Sidney Lanier. It lists 84 campsites.
Photo: Brian Stansberry (CC BY 4.0), Wikimedia Commons
Amenities at Old Federal Campground
- HookupsWater and electric
- BookingReservable
- PetsAllowed on a leash
- RV lengthUp to 160 ft
- Dump stationYes
- ShowersYes
A quick read of the official listing; the table below has every source.
Old Federal Campground: sites, rates and dates
The rows below follow the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers listing for Old Federal Campground. Each one links to the page it came from.
| Item | As published | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Campsites | 84 (64 water and electric, 1 electric, 12 tent or primitive) | Source |
| Hookups | 65 of 84 sites have electric (50 amp); water hookup at 64 sites; sewer hookup at 0 sites (recreation.gov campsite records) | Source |
| Reservations | Reservations | Source |
| Nightly fees | $20 to $26 per night (recreation.gov rate table, year 2023). Peak Season: Rv Electric $26; Peak Season: Standard Electric $26; Peak Season: Tent Only Electric $22; Peak Season: Tent Only Nonelectric $20; Peak Season: Walk To $20 | Source |
| Stay limit | recreation.gov: 14 nights max stay, Rolling 30 Days; 14 days in any 30-consecutive-day period at one Corps project (36 CFR 327.7(b)) | Source |
| Pets | recreation.gov lists pets allowed at 84 of 84 campsites. Leash under 6 feet required in developed recreation areas (36 CFR 327.11(a)). | Source |
| RV length limit | Site maximum vehicle length ranges from 0 to 160 ft (recreation.gov campsite records) | Source |
| Dump station | Yes | Source |
| Showers | Yes | Source |
| Amenities | Accessible Campsites, Beach Access, Boat Ramp, Boat Trailer Parking, Campfire Rings, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Entrance Station, Firewood Vender, Grills, Host | Source |
| Phone | 770-967-6757 | Source |
| Address | 6219 OLD FEDERAL ROAD, FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542 | Source |
Rules that cover Old Federal Campground
These are U.S. Army Corps of Engineers rules that apply across its Georgia campgrounds.
| Rule | What it says | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Stay limit | Camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive-day period is prohibited without the written permission of the District Commander. | Source |
| Fires | Fires shall be confined to those areas designated by the District Commander, and shall be contained in fireplaces, grills, or other facilities designated for this purpose. Fires shall not be left unattended and must be completely extinguished prior to departure. The burning of materials that produce toxic fumes, including tires, plastic and other floatation materials or treated wood products is prohibited. | Source |
| Pets | Pets in developed recreation areas or adjacent waters must be penned, caged, on a leash under six feet in length, or otherwise physically restrained. Pets are prohibited in sanitary facilities, playgrounds, swimming beaches and any other areas so designated by the District Commander. Persons bringing pets into designated public use areas are responsible for proper removal and disposal of any waste produced by these a | Source |
| Quiet hours | Quiet shall be maintained in all public use areas between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., or those hours designated by the District Commander. | Source |
| Alcohol | Possession and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages on any portion of the project land or waters, or the entire project, may be prohibited when designated and posted by the District Commander. | Source |
| Firewood gathering | Cutting or gathering of trees or parts of trees and/or the removal of wood from project lands is prohibited without written permission of the District Commander. Gathering of dead wood on the ground for use in designated recreation areas as firewood is permitted, unless prohibited and posted by the District Commander. | Source |
| Check-in/out | Check-in is 3:00 p.m., and check out is by 12:00 p.m. | Source |
Nearby water and public land
Closest fishing water
Lake Lanier on State Fishing Spots is about 5 miles away in a straight line, with access points, species and rules for Georgia anglers.
Closest public hunting land
Lula Bridge WMA on State Hunting Spots lies about 20 miles away in a straight line. Camping is not allowed on every WMA, so check before you pack.
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Old Federal Campground: common questions
How many campsites are at Old Federal Campground?
84 campsites appear in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers listing, including 64 water and electric, 1 electric, 12 tent or primitive.
Do I need a reservation for Old Federal Campground?
Sites are booked through the official reservation system.
What hookups does Old Federal Campground offer?
65 of 84 sites have electric (50 amp); water hookup at 64 sites; sewer hookup at 0 sites (recreation.gov campsite records)
What does a night at Old Federal Campground cost?
$20 to $26 a night as published by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The reservation system shows the full total.
How long an RV fits at Old Federal Campground?
Site maximum vehicle length ranges from 0 to 160 ft (recreation.gov campsite records)
Can I empty RV tanks at Old Federal Campground?
The listing shows a dump station.
Does Old Federal Campground have showers?
The listing shows showers.
What is the stay limit at Old Federal Campground?
recreation.gov: 14 nights max stay, Rolling 30 Days; 14 days in any 30-consecutive-day period at one Corps project (36 CFR 327.7(b))
Can I bring a dog to Old Federal Campground?
recreation.gov lists pets allowed at 84 of 84 campsites. Leash under 6 feet required in developed recreation areas (36 CFR 327.11(a)).
Where is the closest fishing to Old Federal Campground?
Lake Lanier, about 5 miles away in a straight line.
Planning Old Federal Campground?
Check Georgia burn rules and weather alerts, and see when holiday weekends open for booking.