USDA Forest Service · Georgia

Sarah's Creek Campground (Clayton, GA)

USDA Forest Service · Georgia, United States

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Sites
22
Hookups
19 with water, 19 no hookups
Season
Year-round
Cost
All camping is by reservation only at Sarah's Creek Campground.
Drinking water
Yes
Restrooms
Yes
Pets
Yes
Elevation
2,119 ft
Dark sky
Bortle class 2
Cell coverage
T-Mobile none · AT&T none · Verizon none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
Access road
SARAH'S CREEK (NFSR 156) · crushed aggregate or gravel · high clearance vehicles
Lake
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
Nearest town
Lakemont
Address
9975 Hwy 441 So, Lakemont, GA, 30552
Activities
Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Horse Camping, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Mountain Biking, Scenic Drive

About

Overview

Extending the same primitive feel as its neighboring West Fork Campground and the Chattooga River, Sarah's Creek 22-site developed campground offers a tranquil escape, a place to relax, and perhaps a chance to throw in a line to catch a few fish.

Recreation

Sarah's Creek Campground is in another unique area in the Chattahoochee National Forest. You can enjoy walking along the number of creeks or the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Warwoman Road and find yourself at many trailheads all depending on what type and how long you want your hiking adventure to be. Along with the beautiful Wild and Scenic River at the back door, the area has many hiking trails nearby. Bartram Trail, Chattooga River Trail, 3-Forks Trail, and Holcomb Creek Trail are all in the area, along with a host of waterfalls, and views abound. The state-managed Warwoman Wildlife Management Area is just a few miles to the west and to the northwest of this campground is Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above sea level. Darnell Creek Horse Trail is located west of the campground with the Warwoman Wildlife Management area for horse and mountain bike riding.

Facilities

Each of the 22 campsites hosts a picnic table, fire ring, and a lantern post. There are two vault toilets in the campground, the first one close to the entrance to the campground and the second located across a water crossing near site #17. There are bear-resistant trash bins in various areas of the campground. Please do not overfill bins.

Natural Features

Sarah's Creek Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level. Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive, you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun. While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.

Weather, month by month

MonthTypical highTypical lowColdest nightHottest dayYears with a night below 32°F
January46°29°14°68°10 of 11
February54°35°24°70°9 of 11
March61°42°22°75°5 of 11
April68°47°32°81°1 of 11
May74°58°43°85°0 of 11
June81°64°52°91°0 of 11
July84°68°62°90°0 of 11
August84°68°62°90°0 of 11
September78°64°51°89°0 of 11
October67°48°34°82°0 of 10
November58°41°26°75°3 of 10
December50°33°19°62°9 of 10

Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.

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