We are staying here long term and plan to return the next year. Our reasons are simple:…read more1. It is quiet and peaceful. After living by major highways and the airport in Austin, TX it is a huge deal; 2. It is close to the Chatuge Lake ( it's not on the lake, but it's literally 1.5 miles to the public lake access); 3. They have WiFi; 4. The owners are the sweetest people you have ever met and they make you feel so welcome; 5. It is close to everything you ever wanted to do in this area. 6. The campground itself is super clean and well maintained. By the way, it's under a new ownership so I hear it's night and day from what it was before; 7. Did I say it's quiet and peaceful? Other positives: there is a cute babbling brook where our kids can wade; a fishing pond, where they can catch and release ( but mostly feed ) the fish; they have potlucks every month or so; outdoor games on the lawn; the price for all this is unbelievable ( compared to what we are used to ). There are no real negatives, except there has been bear sightings, but hey, it's the mountains and people really need to start be careful about what they leave outside. Also, please note that it is secluded, so don't be alarmed if your GPS takes you to residential area. Just follow the road to the campground sign. 2016 Update: With new improvements it's even better than last summer.

It's been over a year since we tent camped, and this usually sets me up for a night of no sleep,…read morebut biting the bullet for the sake of experiencing the great out doors is what it's all about. Long Ridge is a very well run camp ground with wonderful bathrooms and showers. They have spots for tent and electric and water van hook ups so they cater to all manner of camping. And while they advertise two night minimums online, if you call a person they'll let you stay for one night. Our neighbor smoked cigars and had slow R&B music playing till about 9pm and then it was quiet. We able to get a fire started fairly easily at our site. There was a pond with fish in it for catch and release only. No other amenities. The night was quiet and got down to the low 50s and I slept well enough to function the next day. All in all a great time here.

We hiked to the summit of Tray Mountain via Andrew's Cove. Although we had been to Tray Mountain…read morebefore, it was usually via Unicoi; this was our first time using the Andrew's Cove route. The hike was nearly 10 miles round trip and quite challenging. The weather was perfect, though a bit humid from recent rains, and we were soaked with sweat. We felt like we finally found a team with determination and patience. One of our new team members, nicknamed AlphaGo, had previously hiked ABC and EBC in Nepal. He was an amazing hiker, full of knowledge, humility, and a righteous manner. We truly enjoyed his company, along with his wife's.

This is a primitive campground with a picnic table, lantern pole and a firepit with a grate. It is…read morepack in-pack out as there are no trashcans or dumpsters. Water is available via a hand water pump across from site #8 and the toilets are vault toilets but were well kept and did not smell horrible. The stream is gorgeous stream and loud enough to drown out most road noise. There are some hazardous trees and one 6inch tree did fall while we were there this weekend during a thunderstorm. At the back of the campground is a ~2 mile trail that connects to the AT. Most sites have a tent pad that will accommodate a 10'x10' tent. Sites 2, 4, and 8 driveways can really only accommodate 1 car and there are no extra parking spots. Driveways for sites 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, and 10 can accommodate 2 cars. Sites 1 and 3 are adjacent to the road and is going to be impacted by road noise. There is no campground host so be prepared to either scavenge wood or buy it in town, same goes for ice.

Just had the nicest interaction with the person in charge at this campground!…read more I'm new to the area, staying at a rental cabin up the road. She saw me walking along the road (which I like to do in the evening at a new place) and she came out to ask if I was OK. Warned me about the wildlife, and made a recommendation about a local state park. "And I think to myself, what a wonderful world"

Great little RV hideaway nestled in the woods. Friendly owners that you can tell take care of their…read morefacilities. I arrived late, after dark but was warmly welcomed and assisted into a campsite that I stayed in for 4 nights. I love that its an adult only campground. no need to worry about loud music or in and out travel in the middle of the night. Short drive to Helen and the recommendations given for activities and restaurants were fantastic. Will certainly be staying again when I do a return visit.

I've been camping for 50+ years and this is the 2nd best private campground I've ever stayed in…read more The sites are perfectly leveled and well maintained. Hosts/owners are amazing. View is beautiful. Lots to do in the surrounding area.

Everything about this place is just what we were looking for. The spot is in a beautiful setting,…read moreand we have everything we need. The "special" gifts of this place are PJ, Louie and Peanut! They are right there willing to help. It's also peaceful. Convenient to Hiawassee for your shopping and convenient to all the places you want to visit in North Georgia (and North Carolina). I already can't wIt to come back.

Great Atmosphere! Owner & staff were top notch! Zip lining was amazing!!! Go! You won't be…read moredisappointed!

I had an amazing time! Great wildlife, great guides, Xzavier has many dad jokes haha, definitely…read morerecommend! Last line is really long and it's more than enough room to do some tricks!

We stayed the maximum time allowed of two weeks and really enjoyed Gibson Cove. We had a beautiful…read moresite on the water and were able to fish, swim and tie our boat up right in front of our campsite. Every site has a picnic bench, fire pit, water hookups, 30 or 50 amp hookups and pretty level gravel parking areas. WiFi is spotty and towards the end of the campground (second loop) it's pretty much non existent. We have a repeater and tethered off our phones which worked well for us. For campers with trailers or RV's there is one dump site for all, none available at individual sites so if you stay for awhile be aware of this. Some folks called a guy who came in and pumped their black water tank for $25. The camp hosts will have information for you if interested. Public restrooms are old, need some TLC but otherwise they're clean. There is a shower with a curtain. Fun hikes/walks just a quick drive away at Jackrabbit Mountain. Beautiful walk from your campsite across the Chatuge Dam. Mornings when the world is waking up and evenings at sunset are my favorite times to wander over. Beautiful place to relax and regroup. We will be back!

Nice, quaint small, and hospitable campground/RV park Small…read morebut usable, bathrooms, and clean showers walking trails catch a release pond. Seems nicely shaded. It's a bit hard to find so take your time when you first turn off 64! We'll go back again

This has got to be the nicest small RV Park we've ever stayed. Amenities you don't see at the large…read morecrowded parks. Catch and release bass and brim pond fishing. Trout fishing from the creek. Fishing gear provided if necessary. Even trout fishing from another pond catch and cook to your liking for a nominal fee. Fire wood daily to your site and clean quaint bath house.

I like that Bald Mountain Park Camping Resort is a bit of a drive north of Helen b/c it makes you…read morewant to stay put and enjoy the outdoors and not get caught up in the commercialism that is known as Helen. The resort has free Wi-Fi for those who don't want to give up all of their technological devices. The camping resort is huge and was quiet for the most part. I'd go again.

The most unprofessional place I have ever been to!!! They are not following covid guidelines…read more When our opinions were kindly voiced they said too bad. I stayed in the camper for two nights. Just couldn't take the noise and neighbors puking on our site. Had to leave. Please never go there. The owners are rude and not helpful. Sites are packed in so tight!!!!! Miserable time. Stay away The owners do not care about you. Keep that in mind. Keep rolling. Awful place