Dockery Lake Recreation Area
Quick Facts
2,753 ftPrice
$4 - $8/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
11 campsites
Season
Open season: 4/1-12/...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
2,753 ftPrice
$4 - $8/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
11 campsites
Season
Open season: 4/1-12/...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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What Campers Say
Mixed Reviews
Based on 121 reviews
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"Overall, Dockery Lake Recreation Area is praised as a peaceful and scenic campground with a strong sense of community among campers. Many visitors highlight the simplicity of the facilities and the stunning natural backdrop. However, some negative reviews mention maintenance issues and limited privacy at certain sites."
Campground Map
Dockery Lake Recreation Area
950 Dockery Lake Rd, Dahlonega, GA, 30533
Best Time to Camp at Dockery Lake Recreation Area
Each season paints Dockery Lake in dramatically different hues. Autumn transforms the mountainside into a breathtaking tapestry of golds, crimsons, and burnt oranges that draw visitors from across the region. Summer brings gentle mountain breezes and cool shade beneath the dense tree cover, offering relief from the heat of lower elevations. Winter occasionally works its magic, transforming the lake into a crystalline wonderland when temperatures dip low enough to freeze its surface. Spring awakens the forest with wildflowers and the songs of returning birds.
Open and active Apr–Oct: fishing, boating, trails available though busier in peak season.
Autumn 'breathtaking tapestry' of colors; fall is particularly popular for leaf-peeping.
Opens April 1; spring offers accessible trails, fishing and the start of peak season.
Closed Jan 1–Mar 31; campground not available for most winter months.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: April 1st to October 31st.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open season: 4/1-12/31. Closed season: 1/1-3/31.
- Current Alerts: /Potential road hazards/ (potholes) on the access road due to washboarding.
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