Beautiful place on the lake with a friendly staff. The picnic area is spacious. There are many…read moreplaces to get together.

Looking for the perfect spot to park your RV and immerse yourself in the great outdoors in Georgia?…read moreLook no further than Don Carter State Park nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Georgia gem offers everything a camping enthusiast could ask for - from breathtaking views to endless opportunities for recreation. Let me walk you through some of the perks of RV camping at Don Carter State Park. First off, let's talk about the location. Don Carter State Park is situated on the northern end of Lake Lanier, boasting approximately 13,316 acres of park and over 38,000 acres water and 60 miles of shoreline. That means you'll have plenty of room to stretch your legs and enjoy all types of water activities - fishing, boating, swimming, you name it! And with the Blue Ridge Mountains as your backdrop, every view from your RV window will be postcard-perfect. But it's not just the scenery that makes RV camping at Don Carter State Park special. The campground itself offers 44 RV sites, all with water and electric hookups and one with sewer connections 9that the one I booked site 23) all have a grey water drip, as well as picnic tables and fire rings. And for those who prefer a more rustic experience, there are also 12 tent sites available. Plus, the campground is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure! Now, let's talk about the activities. Don Carter State Park has something for everyone, whether you're an adrenaline junkie or a laid-back nature lover. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails wind through the park, offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. And for those who want to get out on the water, there are boat launches and rental options available. Oh, and did I mention there's a beach? That's right - you can soak up the sun and dip your toes in the water without ever having to leave the park. But what truly sets Don Carter State Park apart from other camping destinations is its rich history and local culture. The park is named after Don Carter, a local land developer who was instrumental in the creation of the Lake Lanier project. With its prime location, numerous recreational activities, and rich history, this hidden gem of Georgia is the perfect spot for an unforgettable RV camping experience. So grab your sense of adventure and get ready to make some memories! This park offers several choices for overnight getaways as well. Two-bedroom cabins are perched on wooded hillsides near the lake. One campground is designed specifically for RVs, while another primitive camping area is just for tents and hammocks. The campground and cottage loop is gated, providing access to overnight guests. The park is named in honor of real-estate executive Don Carter who served on the Georgia Department of Natural Resources board for 29 years and worked to establish Lake Lanier's first state park. Other ammenties include: Boat Ramps Docks Fish Cleaning Station Sand Beach Playground Outdoor Fitness Equipment Gift Shop Lots of Wildlife to see and enjoy We really enjoyed the week we spent here...

This is a great getaway spot if you are in need of a digital detox and some time in the great…read moreoutdoors. They have glamping RV and tent rentals. We enjoyed sitting by the fire and making s'mores with kits that are available for purchase. Everything was very clean. There's plenty of parking. Happy Glamping!

Aaahhhh! I can't say enough about Timberline Glamping! We stayed at the Lake Lanier location. It…read morewas gorgeous! The tent was beyond perfect. So comfy and everything you need you forget you're actually sleeping outdoors. I can't wait to go back!

We recently had our family reunion at the Twin Rivers Resort, we had a blast. Though phone…read morereception is low and the map they give you isn't the best, most of us got lost getting to the river, this place is nice. The cabin's are nice and clean, feels new. We spent majority of the time on the river or cooking the main lodge. Overall it was nice escape. Only things I would improve is the map and trails it can be hard getting in and out since its a gravel road. But overall a weekend we'll remember!

We had a family reunion here during the summer time and it was great. There is no cell phone…read morereception in the area so I would highly recommend walkie talkies for communication. The camp ground was clean and nice. The cabins were also very clean with beds, bedding, and toiletries so you don't need to bring any from home. There is a volleyball court, basketball goal, fire pit, swing set, and large room for gathering. The chattahoochee river is near by for fishing, rafting and etc. The only thing is finding the river was difficult and finding a nice spot on the river was driving distance. It would have been nice to have a map of how to get to places and the river. It would also be nice to have canoes, kayaks, and stuff to rent or recommendations of places near by where we could do that as an option. The place is still very new so there was not much to do around camp grounds. But overall a great place for reunion and relaxing.

This is one of the BEST rentals we've stayed in! All the charm of a cabin and all the details of a…read moreresort. The property is absolutely gorgeous with a stream running near the front porch. You can even pan for gold in it! There is a small pond here where you can fish or feed the fish. A swing is right by it so you can relax and they have a hammock too! Hello tranquility! We saw deer walk by while eating lunch from the dining room window. It was magic! The home is near so many things to do or you can just relax on the porch watching nature. We are planning on doing some exploring and a tubing trip while here. The owners have a book with all kinds of information and brochures from local businesses! From restaurants and wineries to local shops and events, it's in the book to look over. We're already planning another stay to go to all the things we didn't know we'd want to go to! The home is 2 stories with 3 bedrooms each with a queen bed and large screen TV. The master bedroom has its own bathroom with jacuzzi tub and shower. Full beautiful kitchen and dining room that can seat 6 at the table. I can't recommend Mountain Valley Creek Retreat any more!

What an awesome place to get away! We stayed in a privately owned cabin, cabin 8. Mike is the…read moreowner. The cabin was small and cozy. Perfect for my husband and I. The cabin had beautiful wood walls and all the beautiful wood furniture to match it. The decor and details were just very well thought out. The jacuzzi was amazing and had a privacy wall so the cabin next door could not see you when in the jacuzzi. It overlooks a little lake that has the cutest playful little otter. It was so nice to sit in the swing on the porch overlooking the lake with a cup of coffee in your hand. There is a creek that runs right next to the cabin and the sounds of a running creek are just beautiful. We will definitely be back to this same cabin!

A very lovely atmosphere. Very quiet and private accomdations.. Love the scenery of the creek…read morebehind our cabin.

I was up in the area and inside to go for lunch. It's on like a little farm setting so you gotta go…read moreup a hill and through the woods to get to it but it's actually pretty okay and it's very well placed because there's not a whole lot there. It's not like you have a McDonald's or a Burger King right there lol. If you were up this high, why would you want to have regular fast food? Parking was easy probably because of the placement of it at the start of where you have a cabin area. They have to have parking for everybody. I'd already started dabbling in some wine so I wanted to stop off and this was the best option because it was the closest option and I wasn't disappointed. I was sad immediately and the waitstaff was pretty cool, pretty friendly. There's indoor and outdoor seating. It just depends on what the weather looks like but outdoor fit because it was a nice day the last time I went. They'll come out and bring you all the food and the water or anything like that. You can just still look at the grass and the green area in the scenes. Pimento cheese stuffed cornbread rolls - wasn't sure what to expect from these but they were actually pretty good. The spicy and the sweet of the butter helped it along very much but the cornbread was good too. The cornbread had a dollop of polenta inside of it so when you bite into it enough you'll get that extra cheese filling. Maple chili glazed Brussel sprouts - the Brussels sprouts are really good and they came on a huge plate full of them so it definitely was enough to share. You had nice balance with the pickled onions and the feta cheese to balance against the sweetness of the honey glaze so it was actually perfectly balanced to perfection and well charred. Hot chicken sandwich - the chicken sandwich was good but personally, to me, it wasn't a hot chicken sandwich at all. It was just a regular chicken sandwich because I didn't taste any spice on it. It was still good and very flavorful. It was really thick so it wasn't like they gave you the leanest cutlet ever. It was a good regular chicken sandwich. It came with fries and the fries didn't seem like they were enough French fries but they were really seasoned and super crispy. Collard greens - collard greens are pretty good and you can see the meat in them and because it was braised in wine sauce, that gave it extra flavor. If you're in this part of the state, you're going to have a lot of wine going around so that's not surprising but they were pretty good. Overall I had a good experience here and this was better than stopping off at an Applebee's for sure because it had good food and a good view.

The view here from the porch was absolutely beautiful-- I recommend dining on a beautiful day when…read moreyou can sit at a table outside and experience the sunset. We received our appetizers and drinks only a few minutes after ordering! The wine here is not incredible but there was a wide variety and we enjoyed the flight we ordered. Our appetizers- the burrata and the crab cakes, were light and delicious. The entrees we ordered (the mushroom chorizo Marsala and the pumpkin risotto) were extremely rich and very decadent, the flavors extremely unique. We were big fans, but if rich isn't your style I recommend going with something a bit lighter. We loved it. Our waitress was so sweet as well-- all the staff was. We will be back!

I've stayed here two times. Both times everyone I met was super friendly and helpful!…read more The campground was spotless both visits and the river quietly rolled along its journey nearby. It's a beautiful piece of Heaven and thankful for the awesomely generous owners who share this dream. It was quiet and I slept peacefully with zero noise. It was a really pleasant stay! I've seen a few other extremely negative reviews which are 100% biased and untrue. Turned out those negative reviewers didn't stay but were arrested and charged thus their reviews.

Worst campground I've ever stayed at! 10/10 would NOT recommend! No cell phone service whatsoever,…read moreWi-Fi is spotty at best. There's a playground that's falling apart complete with what looks like toys from a yard sale 30 years ago! Rules are made up that are not on the rule list. What's ok for others campers is not ok for the rest. And it seems like rules only apply tow the first 2 rows of campers considering they're near the entrance and beside the office. The rest of the campers in the campground are definitely living there full time and it's so trashy. And let's not forget about the viral video of the owner assaulting someone!

what a great, relaxing and enjoyable experience we had. We'll be back! The food was good, the crew…read morewas entertaining.