Never swim alone. All other family campsites at Lake Lanier are available only on a first come basis. Organized groups are welcome to use the group camping areas at Shoal Creek and Shady Grove campgrounds. Call the campground for reservations. The Corps of Engineers at Lake Lanier is actively involved in providing facilities which are accessible to the disabled.
Most campgrounds are accessible.
Opening and closing dates Bald Ridge is open from Feb. 4-Nov. 26. All other campgrounds open on March 31 and close Sept. 10 except Old Federal, which closes on Sept. 24 and Shoal Creek, which closes on Oct. 15. The Corps operates 38 day Use parks at Lake Lanier. Facilities range from parks with boat ramps to those with designated swimming areas, picnic tables, shelters and playgrounds. All day use parks close daily at 10 p.m. Boat launching is allowed at all hours unless otherwise posted.