Camping at Lake Oconee
Planning to camp at Lake Oconee? Use this local guide to the best Lake Oconee campgrounds near Eatonton and Greensboro, including Lawrence Shoals, Old Salem, and Parks Ferry - plus the year-round KOA. You'll find RV sites, tent camping, furnished cabins, boat ramps, swimming beaches, playgrounds, and easy access to fishing, kayaking, and hiking.
For timing: Lawrence Shoals and Old Salem are open March 1 to November 30, Parks Ferry is open May 1 to November 30, and the KOA is open all year.
Read on for reservations, amenity details, and simple tips for a smooth Lake Oconee camping weekend.
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Lawrence Shoals Campground - Eatonton
Open March 1 – November 30
123 Wallace Dam Road NE, Eatonton
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Georgia Power's Lawrence Shoals Campground is the go-to choice for families who want a full-service camping weekend on the Eatonton side of Lake Oconee. Choose from RV and camper sites, furnished cabins, or traditional tent sites, then spend your days at the swimming beach, the playground, or out on the water — the campground has its own boat ramp and boat docks reserved exclusively for campers.
Amenities include picnic tables and grills, comfort stations with hot showers, laundry facilities, vending machines, an RV dump station, storage for campers and boats, walking trails to the beach, and pavilions with barbecue pits for group gatherings.
Old Salem Campground - Greensboro
Open March 1 - November 30
1530 Old Salem Road, Greensboro
Just a short drive from Interstate 20, Georgia Power's Old Salem Campground is a quiet lakeside retreat that welcomes families and pets alike. It's a favorite with anglers thanks to excellent bank and boat fishing, and the shoreline setting makes it an easy place to slow down for a weekend.
Amenities include RV and camper sites, traditional and primitive tent sites, a boat launch, a picnic area and shelter, public restrooms, on-site grills, and water and electric hookups.
Parks Ferry Campground - Greensboro
Open May 1 – November 30
491 Parks Mill Road, Greensboro
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Georgia Power's Parks Ferry Campground rounds out the lake's trio of full-service public campgrounds, with a season that runs May through November. It's an easy pick for families: there's a swimming beach, a playground, an outdoor sports area, and a boat ramp all on site.
Amenities include RV and tent sites, picnic areas, clean restrooms, ice for sale, an RV dump station, grilling stations, and a pavilion for gatherings.
Lake Oconee/Greensboro KOA
Open All Year
2541 Carey Station Road, Greensboro
The Lake Oconee / Greensboro KOA (formerly North Shore Landing) is the only campground on the lake open year-round. Accommodations range from RV sites and tent sites to deluxe cabins, including the option to sleep in a converted railroad boxcar, club car, or caboose. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a seasonal swimming pool, firewood and propane for sale, a dog park, a boat ramp, and a playground.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Lawrence Shoals and Old Salem open March 1 and close November 30 each year. Parks Ferry opens May 1 and closes November 30. Always confirm current-season dates when booking at reservations.gplakes.com.
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The Lake Oconee / Greensboro KOA on Carey Station Road is the only campground on the lake open all year. Georgia Power's three campgrounds close for the winter.
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Yes. All three Georgia Power campgrounds: Lawrence Shoals, Old Salem, and Parks Ferry, have boat ramps on site, and Lawrence Shoals offers boat docks reserved exclusively for campers.
See our guide to Lake Oconee marinas and boat ramps for public launch points around the lake.
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Old Salem Campground welcomes pets. Check pet policies for the other campgrounds when you book, as rules can vary by site type.
Thanks for reading - we hope this guide inspires your next trip to Lake Oconee, whether that’s a RV weekend, quiet tent site, or a lakeside daytrip. For more planning help, check out our guides to The Ultimate Guide To Hunting And Fishing Around Lake Oconee and Lake Oconee Marinas and Boat Ramps before planning your trip to the Lake Oconee area!
Happy Camping!
Your Friends At Lake Oconee Life
