How much does camping cost at Jacks River Fields Campground?

Camping fees at Jacks River Fields Campground are $5/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is Jacks River Fields Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Jacks River Fields Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Can I see photos of campsites at Jacks River Fields Campground before I book?

Yes! Jacks River Fields Campground has 5 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve.

What is the best time to visit Jacks River Fields Campground?

Jacks River Fields Campground is open January 01 to December 31. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Jacks River Fields Campground?

Jacks River Fields Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Jacks River Fields Campground have?

Jacks River Fields Campground has 7 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Jacks River Fields Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Jacks River Fields Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Jacks River Fields Campground?

Jacks River Fields Campground offers: Restrooms. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Jacks River Fields Campground?

Popular activities at Jacks River Fields Campground include Hiking. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

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Q: Can I have a campfire at Jacks River Fields Campground?

Fire policies at Jacks River Fields Campground: It is prohibited to cut live vegetation or any standing tree whether dead or alive. Firewood may be collected from the forest for use while camping. Only collect wood that is dead and down. Dead trees play an important role as homes for wildlife and insects. (36 CFR 261.6a). Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

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77 reviews

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Quick Facts

2,700 ft

Price

$5/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

7 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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Elevation by Open-Meteo.com, licensed under CC BY 4.0, processed by Outdoorithm.

Quick Facts

2,700 ft

Price

$5/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

7 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Book on Recreation.gov Official Website

Get Directions

Elevation by Open-Meteo.com, licensed under CC BY 4.0, processed by Outdoorithm.

Jacks River Fields Campground

$5.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Jacks River Fields 1-7: $5.00. Plus Recreation.gov reservation transaction fee ($8 online / $9 phone / $3 in person).

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Weather at Jacks River Fields Campground

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14-Day Forest Stay Limit: Camping or maintaining a campsite in developed and dispersed areas in excess of 14 days within any 30-day time period.
Access to this campground requires a 15+ mile drive on steep, narrow, winding, gravel roads in mountainous terrain. Road conditions change with the weather and at times can be hazardous. Travel Trailers over 25 feet are not recommended .
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. (36 CFR 261.58bb)
Be Bear Aware: Store food and trash properly. Never leave food/trash out on tables or in the open. Store unattended food/trash in bear-resistant containers, in a vehicle in solid non-pliable material, or suspend food/trash at least ten feet off the ground.

Best Time to Camp at Jacks River Fields Campground

Best season: spring. Spring brings the best mix of mild weather (daytime highs around the mid-50s to low 70s°F, nights that can dip into the 30s–40s) and peak wildflower and rhododendron blooms along the South Fork of the Jacks River. Hiking, wildlife viewing and photography are at their best as creeks run fuller from seasonal rains and the forest leaf-out reveals carpets of spring ephemerals; crowds are generally low midweek with busier but still manageable weekends. Early spring also avoids the height of black‑fly Peak months: April, May, October, September Avoid: January, February

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Spring(Mar-May)

4.5 / 5

Top 10% in GA

Spring praised as best: mild temps, peak wildflowers and rhododendron blooms, creeks full from rains.

Planning Tips

Peak Season: January 01 to December 31. Book 2-3 months ahead.

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About Jacks River Fields Campground

Jacks River Fields Campground sits in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest's Conasauga Ranger District, offering a handful of free primitive sites in a scenic mountain setting where the South Fork of the Jacks River flows through open fields and thick forest. Managed by the Forest Service, this small campground provides vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables during its seasonal operating window. Hikers use it as a base for exploring the surrounding backcountry, and spring visitors catch wildflower blooms and fuller creeks.

The campground accommodates horses and mules and provides equestrian facilities (horse trailer day-use parking, corrals, and hitching posts). Tent camping is explicitly provided via tent pads at each site.

Weather and SeasonsBest season: spring. Spring brings the best mix of mild weather (daytime highs around the mid-50s to low 70s°F, nights that can dip into the 30s–40s) and peak wildflower and rhododendron blooms along the South Fork of the Jacks River. Hiking, wildlife viewing and photography are at their best as creeks run fuller from seasonal rains and the forest leaf-out reveals carpets of spring ephemerals; crowds are generally low midweek with busier but still manageable weekends. Early spring also avoids the height of black‑fly Peak months: April, May, October, September Avoid: January, February

Elevation2700 ft above sea level

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Natural Features and SceneryThe South Fork of the Jacks River flows directly through camp, fed by seasonal rains that keep creeks full in spring. Mixed hardwoods, hemlock groves, and thick rhododendron create natural screens between sites and open fields where kids wade in clear mountain streams. Spring brings carpets of wildflowers and peak rhododendron blooms; fall turns the hardwood canopy to gold and crimson. Black bears, white-tailed deer, and wild turkeys move through regularly. A short trail leads to a nearby waterfall, and the Benton MacKaye Trail passes close enough for day hikes.

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Reservation PlatformsRecreation.gov mobile app (used for on-site payment via QR code); fee deposit box (cash/check)

Site SizeSeven sites; tent pads and parking spurs at each campsite.

PrivacyQuiet camping experience deep in the mountains, surrounded by mixed hardwoods, hemlock, and rhododendron.

Total Campsites7 campsites

Recommended SitesEach campsite includes a tent pad, parking spur, picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post. There is no running water, no electricity, and no dumping station; a vault toilet is provided. Horse trailer day-use parking, corrals, and hitching posts are located at the back of the recreation area. Bear-proof trash cans are centrally located in the campground.

Amenities available

Seven-site campground with tent pads, parking spurs, picnic tables, fire rings, and lantern posts at each campsite. Bear-proof trash cans are centrally located. A vault toilet is provided. There is no running water, no electricity, and no dumping station. Equestrian facilities include a horse trailer day-use parking area, horse corrals, and hitching posts.

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Things to do at Jacks River Fields Campground

Multi-use recreation adjacent to the South Fork Trail including hiking, biking, and horseback riding; access to arduous backpacking in the nearby Cohutta Wilderness. The area offers wildlife viewing, birding (notably neotropical migrants in spring), wildflower viewing, and hunting within the Cohutta Wildlife Management Area.

Hiking4.0/5

Adjacent South Fork Trail (~1/8 mile) and access to arduous Cohutta Wilderness backpacking.

Wildlife viewing4.0/5

Wildlife includes bear, deer, wild turkey and spring songbirds/neotropical migrants.

Signature experiences

Stargazing4.0/5Remote, quiet mountain campground with strong solitude signals; likely low light pollution.

Photography4.0/5River, fields, wildflower and rhododendron blooms in spring offer high photo opportunities.

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Policies & Safety

No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

No Electric HookupsElectric hookups are not available at this campground. RV campers should arrive with a full battery and plan for off-grid power (generator hours/quiet rules permitting).

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

No Dump StationThere is no dump station at this campground. Plan to use a dump station along your route or at a nearby facility before or after your stay.

Fire PolicyIt is prohibited to cut live vegetation or any standing tree whether dead or alive. Firewood may be collected from the forest for use while camping. Only collect wood that is dead and down. Dead trees play an important role as homes for wildlife and insects. (36 CFR 261.6a)

Quiet HoursQuiet hours are 10 p.m to 6 a.m

Trash & RecyclingBear-proof trash cans centrally located in the campground.

Cell CoverageSome remote areas have limited or no cellular service; visitors are advised to download the Recreation.gov mobile app prior to arrival.

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4.6

77 reviews

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Jacks River Fields Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers are overwhelmingly positive about Jacks River Fields, describing it as a peaceful, beautiful, primitive campground tucked deep in the mountains. They highlight the creeks/rivers, open fields, horse facilities, and well‑maintained basic amenities, with several calling it a “hidden paradise” and even their favorite campground.

Review Summaries

Based on 77 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers love the scenic mountain setting with clean streams and rivers running through camp, open fields, and thick peaceful woods. The sites are described as excellent and well laid out, typically...

Based on 77 reviews

Common Concerns

The main downside mentioned is access: multiple reviewers describe a long, rough, or rutted gravel forest road with potholes, switchbacks, and mostly one‑lane sections that require slow, careful...

Based on 77 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

Several reviewers mention there are about 6–8 main developed sites, each typically having a parking area, gravel pad, fire ring, picnic table, and hanging/trash pole, plus some grassy or field sites...

Based on 77 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring all your own water or a filtration system because there is no running water. Plan for a slow drive in on rough gravel roads; a regular 2WD car can make it if you go carefully, but low‑clearance...

Based on 77 reviews

Camper Quotes

“WOW don't miss this hidden paradise tucked away in the Blue Ridge mountains!” “Out of 7 sites we were 1 of 3 that were occupied, so we had plenty of space. Our spot was right next to the stream...

Based on 77 reviews

Accessibility Features

Access to the campground is consistently described as a long, rough gravel drive: roughly 8+ miles / 40–45 minutes on rutted, mostly one‑lane forest service roads with potholes and switchbacks,...

Based on 77 reviews

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Jacks River Fields Campground

$5.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Jacks River Fields 1-7: $5.00. Plus Recreation.gov reservation transaction fee ($8 online / $9 phone / $3 in person).

No campsite fee categories listed.