Sandy Bottoms Rec. Area
Hiawassee, GA
Picnic Table
Fires
Vault Toilets
Potable Water
Fishing
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Amenities, activities and location
Amenities
Picnic TableFiresVault ToiletsPotable WaterActivities
Fishing
Landscape
Forest
RiverCreek
Getting there
Rhododendron Cir, Hiawassee, GA, 30546, US
Good to know
- Campfires
- Allowed
About this campground
Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground offers a rustic camping experience along the shores of the Tallulah River in the Chattahoochee National Forest. The campground features 13 developed campsites, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post. Graced with various hardwood species, the campground provides a peaceful setting for outdoor enthusiasts to camp, swim, fish, or simply enjoy the scenic beauty. The Tallulah River provides excellent fishing opportunities and a scenic backdrop for the campground. Hikers can access nearby trails including Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area, or explore the Coleman River Trail.
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The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring the region's attractions, including Rabun Bald (Georgia's second-highest peak), Tallulah Gorge State Park, and numerous waterfalls throughout the area. With hand-pumped drinking water, vault toilets, and a central trash collection area, Sandy Bottoms provides basic amenities while maintaining a rustic atmosphere. The campground is accessible via Tallulah River Road and requires reservations through Recreation.gov starting May 1, 2025.
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Sandy Bottoms Rec. Area
Last checked Jul 2026
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