McKinney Campground beach.
McKinney Campground dump station.
McKinney Campground resident fawn.

Mckinney Campground

Closed — Closed for construction. The campground is tentatively scheduled to reopen in spring 2026.

From Recreation.gov

To create a reservation at McKinney Campground please visit the Bartow County campground reservation website at [https://secure.rec1.com/GA/bartow-county/catalog][1] or call (770) 607-6245. [1]: https://secure.rec1.com/GA/bartow-county/catalog

Red Flag Warning issued December 30 at 1:16AM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Peachtree City GA

1:16 AM — 7:00 PM

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon today to 7 PM EST this evening. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * Affected Area... North and central Georgia * Timing... This afternoon into early evening. * Winds... NW at 10-15 mph; with gusts as high as 25 mph. * Relative Humidity... Falling below 25% by early afternoon. * Temperatures... 30s to 40s. * Impacts... With elevated winds and low relative humidities, extremely dangerous fire weather conditions are possible.

About

McKinney Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake in the green rolling hills of Georgia, approximately 30 miles from Atlanta. The campground is one of the most popular Army Corps of Engineers facilities in the nation, offering 150 spacious campsites conveniently located near a dock and swimming beach. Sites are equipped with water and electric hookups, and waterfront sites are available for premium views of the lake. The campground features modern amenities including flush toilets, hot showers, drinking water, fire rings, picnic tables, and a dump station. Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation, attracting nearly 7 million visitors annually. The lake's 270 miles of shoreline provide abundant opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, and wildlife observation. The lake is regularly stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar, and catfish, making it a prime destination for anglers. The campground's fishing dock provides convenient lake access. The surrounding area offers numerous attractions including Red Top Mountain State Park with over 15 miles of trails, eight marinas with boat rentals, the Etowah Indian Mounds, and the Allatoona Lake Visitor Center overlooking the dam. The nearby cities of Acworth and Woodstock provide shopping and dining options. Reservations are managed by Bartow County through their online system.

Directions

From I-75 take exit 278 and turn north onto Glade Road. Continue for approximately 3 miles, then turn left onto King's Camp Road. After about a mile continue left at the fork and follow signs to the campground. Physical address: 6659 McKinney Campground Road, Acworth, GA 30102.

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Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups Yes
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store No
Price $30

Vehicle

Max RV Length 60ft
Max Trailer Length 60ft
Big Rig Friendly Yes
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (678) 721-6700

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

Photos

McKinney Campground beach.
McKinney Campground dump station.
McKinney Campground resident fawn.
McKinney Campground Allatoona Lake
McKinney Campground, campsite 145.
McKinney Campground beach.
McKinney Campground resident doe.
Sunset, McKinney Campground
Sunset, McKinney Campground
McKinney Campground boat ramp parking.
McKinney Campground boat ramp.
McKinney Campground playground.
McKinney Campground dump station.
McKinney Campground
McKinney Campground dump station.
McKinney Campground beach.
McKinney Campground beach.
McKinney Campground Bathhouse

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