Upper Chattahoochee River Campground
The drive up through the winding misty roads of North Georgia leading to this 19-site, developed campground is almost as breath-taking as the site itself. Although the drive leaves one feeling as if civilization has been left far, far behind, the ever popular and beloved alpine village of Helen, Georgia is less than a half hour away. Camping here, visitors can enjoy the pleasure of Georgia’s number one vacation spot with shopping, dining, and entertainment in the city of Helen and recreational activities such as camping, hiking, biking, and fishing in the campground. Visitors should keep an eye out for the interpretive information available on the Chattahoochee River Watershed and how the river affects water usage for Georgia, Alabama, and Florida, posted upon entering the campground area.
SITE TEMPORARILY CLOSED - NO RESTROOMS
When open, all Camping is by Reservation Only. There is no First Come/First Service. Reservations are done online at: www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777.
Reservations
General Information
03/15/2025 - 10/31/2025
Upper Chattahoochee River Campground is closed for the winter season. Will reopen March 15, 2025. Quiet hours are from 10 pm-6 am, generators can not be operated during quiet hours.
Georgia fishing license and trout stamp required for fishing
The Interagency Senior and Access Passes and the Golden Age and Access Passports are only passes accepted. These passes entitle the pass holder to a 50% discount on camping fees. Please write your pass number on the fee envelope upon payment into the fee tube by the kiosk.
The maximum stay is 14 day. Pick out your site and pay the fee within 30 minutes after arrival. Quiet hours from 10pm-6am. No generators to be operating during quiet hours. No UTV's, ATV's, or Golf Carts to be unloaded or used in or around the campground or the Upper Chattahoochee River Road aka Willis Road. After the camper(s) has accumulated 14 days within any 30-day time period, the camper(s) must leave that area/campground and move from Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest land for 30 days before returning for another stay.
Camping: $12/site/night
Getting There
Directions
Physcial Address: 48 Forest Service Rd. 44, Helen, GA
Take Georgia 75 north from Helen for approx. 8 miles. Just beyond mile marker 15 turn left onto the graveled Chattahoochee River Road and follow for 5 miles.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
