Lake Springs

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14 reviews

Georgia State Highway 221

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345 ft

Price

$5/night

Booking

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Sites

4 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

Electric

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Quick Facts

345 ft

Price

$5/night

Booking

Check Site

Sites

4 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

Electric

Opens LAKE SPRINGS Recreation Area site

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Lake Springs

$5.00 - $5.00 / night

Campsite Fees

$5 per vehicle day-use fee; All Federal Passes are accepted. Payment on site by credit card only (no cash).

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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"Reviewers are very positive about Lake Springs, frequently using the pavilions for family reunions, birthdays, and quiet gatherings. They praise the clean facilities, good swimming areas, and attractive, well-maintained setting, with only a few minor complaints about cleanliness in one area, utility issues at one site, and extra costs or access limitations."

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Fees & Passes at Lake Springs

$5/night

Campsite fees

Cancellation: $5 per vehicle day-use fee required to enter the park. All Federal Passes are accepted. Payment can ...

Prices verified December 10, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official LAKE SPRINGS Recreation Area website.

Best Time to Camp at Lake Springs

The seasons paint distinct portraits at Lake Springs, from summer's warm embrace—perfect for swimming and water sports—to winter's mild, comfortable days ideal for hiking and wildlife watching. Most facilities welcome visitors from late April through Labor Day, with swim beaches, picnic tables, and group shelters opening April 28 and closing after Labor Day (September 6). The Deer Run area keeps its doors open throughout the year, and anglers can access the boat ramp and fishing pier in any season.

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

Best

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Boat ramp and fishing pier are open year-round. All swim beaches, picnic tables, and group shelters close after Labor Day (September 6) and reopen April 28, except Deer Run beach, tables, and group shelter which are open year-round.

About Lake Springs

Nestled along the pristine shores of J. Strom Thurmond Lake, Lake Springs Recreation Area beckons outdoor enthusiasts to a wooded paradise where adventure meets relaxation. Whether you're launching your boat at dawn, casting a line from the fishing pier, or cooling off at the swim beach, this beloved day-use park delivers the perfect lakeside escape with amenities including group picnic shelters with water and electrical hookups, a playground, scenic lookout tower, and year-round access to the boat ramp and fishing pier.

Lake Springs Recreation Area is described as a wooded day-use park with four group picnic shelters; the information does not describe overnight camping or lodging.

Weather and SeasonsThe seasons paint distinct portraits at Lake Springs, from summer's warm embrace—perfect for swimming and water sports—to winter's mild, comfortable days ideal for hiking and wildlife watching. Most facilities welcome visitors from late April through Labor Day, with swim beaches, picnic tables, and group shelters opening April 28 and closing after Labor Day (September 6). The Deer Run area keeps its doors open throughout the year, and anglers can access the boat ramp and fishing pier in any season.

ElevationPerched at 345 feet above sea level, Lake Springs offers comfortable elevations that make for easy breathing and pleasant outdoor activities year-round.

Natural Features and SceneryLake Springs sits at the edge of the magnificent Thurmond Lake, a sprawling 70,000-acre aquatic wonderland laced with over 1,000 miles of shoreline. The recreation area itself is cloaked in a diverse canopy of mixed pine and hardwood forest, creating dappled shade and natural beauty at every turn. Keep your eyes skyward and you might spot the majestic silhouette of a southern bald eagle soaring overhead, while the forest floor and water's edge come alive with migratory waterfowl, strutting wild turkeys, and the occasional whitetail deer stepping gracefully through the trees.

Geological RegionJ. Strom Thurmond Lake (Thurmond Lake)

Campsite details

Sites SizeFour group picnic shelters (water and electrical hookups); wooded day-use area with picnic tables, boat ramp, dock, fish cleaning station, flush and vault toilets, drinking water, playground, lookout tower.

Total Campsites4 campsites

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Four group picnic shelters are available within the day-use area
each shelter has water and electrical hookups.

Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive are not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Site layoutWooded day-use area with four group picnic shelters (each with water and electrical hookups), flush and vault toilets, drinking water, boat ramp, dock, fish cleaning station, playground and lookout tower.

Open and Closed SeasonBoat ramp and fishing pier are open year-round. All swim beaches, picnic tables, and group shelters close after Labor Day (September 6) and reopen April 28, except Deer Run beach, tables, and group shelter which are open year-round.

Cancellation Policy$5 per vehicle day-use fee required to enter the park. All Federal Passes are accepted. Payment can be made on site by credit card only (no cash).

Accomodation available

GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.

Amenities available

Potable water

Picnic tables

Flush toilets

Vault toilets

Electricity hookups

Water hookups

Activities you can enjoy

Lake Springs on Thurmond Lake offers extensive water-based recreation (boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, swimming), fishing, hiking on onsite and regional trails, picnicking at sheltered sites, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.

Hiking

Hikers have access to many miles of trails; within the recreation area is the 1.8-mile Lake Springs Loop and nearby is the 27-mile Bartram Trail with multiple trailheads and shorter sections available.

Fishing

Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass; a fishing pier is open year-round and a fish-cleaning station is provided.

Swimming

Swim beaches are provided for lake swimming; all swim beaches close after Labor Day (September 6) and reopen April 28 except Deer Run beach which remains open year-round.

Boating

Thurmond Lake provides extensive boating opportunities including powerboating and personal watercraft; a boat ramp is open year-round.

Wildlife viewing

Wildlife is abundant; visitors commonly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, wild turkeys and whitetail deer along the lakeshore and in the mixed pine-hardwood forest.

Beach activities

Multiple swim beaches are available (seasonal closures after Labor Day except Deer Run); beaches support swimming and typical beach-side picnicking.

Water Sports

Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and other lake-based water sports on Thurmond Lake.

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed

Hazards

Weather at Lake Springs

°F

Dec 11

Thursday

Partly cloudy

Precipitation: 0%

Humidity: 63%

Wind: 7.5 mph

Partly cloudy

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Proximity to water featuresOn the shore of J. Strom Thurmond Lake; boat ramp, dock and fish cleaning station on site.

Campground Map

Georgia State Highway 221

Driving directionsFrom Augusta, GA, travel 22 miles west on GA-104, then 4 miles north on US HWY 221.

Located on Georgia State Highway 221; within twenty minutes of Augusta, GA.

Nearby places

Augusta, GA — within twenty minutes (directions: 22 miles west on GA-104 then 4 miles north on US HWY 221).

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14 reviews

Mixed Reviews

Lake Springs has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers are very positive about Lake Springs, frequently using the pavilions for family reunions, birthdays, and quiet gatherings. They praise the clean facilities, good swimming areas, and attractive, well-maintained setting, with only a few minor complaints about cleanliness in one area, utility issues at one site, and extra costs or access limitations.

Review Summaries

Based on 14 reviews

What Campers Love

Guests love the spacious pavilions and picnic areas with a good mix of shade and sun, making them ideal for large family events and parties. Reviewers consistently mention clean beaches, bathrooms,...

Based on 14 reviews

Common Concerns

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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Consider Mallard Point or Deer Run for large family groups; reviewers successfully hosted events of 23–40+ people with room for kids to play and good access to swim beaches. If you need electricity...

Based on 14 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Our family enjoys having our spring reunion at Mallard Point in Lake Springs. Plenty of room, tables, shade, sun, safe swimming areas." "The beaches, bathrooms and pavilions are always clean. We...

Based on 14 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

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Accessibility Features

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