Wildcat Campground #1
Closed — Closed due to road damage from landslides on Wildcat Road. The road has sustained multiple slides since 2019, and while one has been repaired, repairs on remaining slides are pending funding. Reopening date is undetermined.
Fire Weather Watch issued December 29 at 10:46PM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM EST TUESDAY UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY FOR LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY ACROSS NORTHEAST GEORGIA... .Very dry conditions are expected to develop across northeast Georgia on Tuesday afternoon, with relative humidity dropping as low as 20% (and isolated locations potentially dropping below 20%). Winds will remain breezy on Tuesday, though not as breezy as today, with gusts of 20-25mph possible throughout most of the day. Fine dead fuel moisture is expected to to fall below 10%, and land managers have expressed concern about these coinciding conditions. Although winds do not technically meet strict RFW criteria, the combination of dry fuels, low relative humidity, and breezy winds will nonetheless be favorable for rapid spread of wildfires across the warned area. * AFFECTED AREA...Rabun, Habersham, Stephens, Franklin, Hart and Elbert. * TIMING...From Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday evening. * WINDS...Northwest 5 to 10 mph. * HUMIDITY...Values as low as 20% are expected. * FUEL MOISTURE...10-hour fuel moisture expected to fall below 10% Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
About
Wildcat Campground #1 Lower is a primitive tent camping destination buried deep in the North Georgia Mountains west of Lake Burton. The campground sits along the headwaters of Wildcat Creek at 2,420 feet elevation, offering a secluded mountain experience with the creek running directly adjacent to campsites. The creek is seasonally stocked with rainbow trout, providing excellent fishing opportunities for anglers with a valid Georgia fishing license and trout stamp. This developed campground is designed exclusively for tent camping and provides a remote mountain setting perfect for nature photography and stargazing. Access is via Wildcat Road (Forest Road 26), a steep, winding, single-lane gravel road with turnouts that is not suitable for trailers or RVs. The road has experienced multiple landslides in recent years, with repairs ongoing. Campsites cost $10 per night, or $5 per night with an Interagency Senior or Access Pass. The campground offers a primitive experience with fire pits and picnic tables at sites, but no potable water or restroom facilities. Campers must bring their own water and be prepared for a true backcountry experience in one of Georgia's most scenic mountain settings.
Directions
From Clayton, GA, take U.S. Route 76 west for 9.7 miles to State Route 197. Turn left onto Route 197 and go 5.1 miles to West Wildcat Road (Forest Road 26). Turn right onto West Wildcat Road and go 2.8 miles to campground. Note: Wildcat Road is gravel, steep in places, single lane with turnouts.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 - $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (770) 297-3000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Wildcat Creek Road Corridor |
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