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Fort Mountain State Park
Camp at Fort Mountain State Park in Murray County, run by Georgia State Parks. The park has 5 camping areas and 87 campsites in all.
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Amenities at Fort Mountain State Park
- HookupsWater and electric
- BookingReservable
- PetsAllowed on a leash
- Dump stationYes
- ShowersYes
The detailed table further down shows where each item comes from.
Where you can pitch at Fort Mountain State Park
The park lists 5 separate camping areas, each with its own site count and rate.
| Area | Sites | Hookups | Nightly rate | Season | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tent, trailer and RV sites | 70 | 66 water and electric, 4 electric | $35 to $37 | Year-round | Source |
| Platform sites | 6 | No hookups stated; covered platforms. | $14 | Year-round | Source |
| Backcountry sites | 4 | 4 tent or primitive | $12 | Year-round | Source |
| Walk-in tent sites | 4 | 4 tent or primitive | $20 | Year-round | Source |
| Pioneer and group camping | 3 | No hookups stated; the agency says pioneer areas have pit toilets, most have water spigots and they will not a | $55 | Year-round | Source |
What Fort Mountain State Park publishes about its campsites
Georgia State Parks publishes these details for Fort Mountain State Park; every line carries its source.
| Item | As published | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Campsites | 87 (66 water and electric, 4 electric, 8 tent or primitive) | Source |
| Hookups | Electric hookup at 70 of 70 sites (70 sites 50/30 amp); water hookup at 66 sites, as listed on the reservation site list. Sewer: see flags. | Source |
| Reservations | Reservations | Source |
| Season | Open year round. | Source |
| Nightly fees | $35 to $37 | Source |
| RV length limit | Longest equipment length listed on the site list: 50 ft (32 pull-through sites) | Source |
| Dump station | Yes | Source |
| Showers | Yes | Source |
| Amenities | Boat Rental, Canoe Rental, Dump Station, Fire Ring, Fishing Pier, Freshwater Fishing, Geocaching, Grill, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Miniature Golf, Mountain Biking | Source |
| Phone | 706-422-1932 | Source |
| Address | 181 Fort Mountain Park Road, Chatsworth, GA 30705 | Source |
| Rules shared by all state parks | Booking window, stay limit, pets, alcohol and quiet hours match every Georgia state park. See camping laws and the reservation calendar. | Source |
A few rules before you arrive
Six people may share a site, and noise stops from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. The full list is on the Georgia camping laws page.
Nearby water and public land
Closest fishing water
Fort Mountain Lake on State Fishing Spots is about 0 miles away in a straight line, with access points, species and rules for Georgia anglers.
Closest public hunting land
Coosawattee WMA on State Hunting Spots lies about 10 miles away in a straight line. Camping is not allowed on every WMA, so check before you pack.
Nearby
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Fort Mountain State Park: common questions
How many campsites are at Fort Mountain State Park?
87 campsites appear in the Georgia State Parks listing, including 66 water and electric, 4 electric, 8 tent or primitive.
Do I need a reservation for Fort Mountain State Park?
Sites are booked through the official reservation system. Georgia State Parks books 13 months ahead (14 for residents).
What are the dates for Fort Mountain State Park?
Open year round.
What hookups does Fort Mountain State Park offer?
Electric hookup at 70 of 70 sites (70 sites 50/30 amp); water hookup at 66 sites, as listed on the reservation site list. Sewer: see flags.
What does a night at Fort Mountain State Park cost?
$35 to $37 a night as published by Georgia State Parks. The reservation system shows the full total.
How long an RV fits at Fort Mountain State Park?
Longest equipment length listed on the site list: 50 ft (32 pull-through sites)
Can I empty RV tanks at Fort Mountain State Park?
The listing shows a dump station.
Does Fort Mountain State Park have showers?
The listing shows showers.
Where is the closest fishing to Fort Mountain State Park?
Fort Mountain Lake, about 0 miles away in a straight line.
Is there public hunting land near Fort Mountain State Park?
Coosawattee WMA is the closest listed area, about 10 miles away.
Planning Fort Mountain State Park?
Check Georgia burn rules and weather alerts, and see when holiday weekends open for booking.