All campsites have Is Equipment Mandatory

18 of 57 campsites have Proximity To Water

1 of 57 campsites have Accessible Occupant Message

Campsite view.

Utilities-side clearance.

utilities-side clearance, awning-side clearance.

Campsite view-2.

Awning-side clearance, campsite view.

Driveway slope, awning-side clearance.

Utilities-side clearance 004 side.

Double site, campsite view.

Double site parking.

Utilities-side clearance, 003 side.

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Payne Campground Site 005

Awning-side clearance.

Utilities-side clearance, driveway slope.

Awning-side clearance, driveway slope.

Driveway slope

Campsite view..

Pull-thru exit, driveway slope, utilities-side clearance.

Campsite view, awning-side clearance

Driveway slope, awning-side clearance, utilities-side clearance.

Utilities-side clearance 2.

Parking

Driveway slope, utilities-side clearance

Parking, campsite.

Driveway for site 15

Utilities-side clearance for 16.

Double Site, campsite 15/16

Awning-side clearance, campsite view for 16.

Driveway for site 16.

15/16

Payne Campground Site 020

Campsite view for the campsite 24 side.

Utilities-side clearance for campsite 25.

24/25

Parking, driveway slope, awning-side clearance.

Pull-thru entrance, utilities clearance.

Pull-thru exit, driveway slope, awning-side clearance.

Driveway slope, utilities-side clearance.

Awning-side clearance, campsite view..

Utilities side clearance

Pull-thru entrance, driveway slope, awning-side clearance.

Stairs from driveway to campsite.

Driveway, campsite view.

Driveway, parking.

Campsite view-3.

Payne Campground Site 049

Payne Campground Site 049-2

Payne Campground Site 049-3

Payne Campground, campsite #52

Payne Campground, campsite 52

Driveway slope.

Payne Campground Site 054-5

Payne Campground Site 054-4

Payne Campground Site 054

Payne Campground Site 054-2

Payne Campground Site 054-3

Payne Campground swimming beach.

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Dock 2

Payne Campground Swimming Beach

Payne Campground Swimming Beach 04

Payne Upper Boat Ramp Parking

Payne Campground Bath House.

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Parking 03

Payne Campground

Payne Campground Tent Sites

Payne Campground Swimming Beach ADA Accessible

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Parking 02

Payne Campground Dump Station Entrance

Payne Campground Heron.

Payne Upper Boat Ramp Parking 2

Payne Boat Ramp Restroom

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 04

Payne Boat Ramp Fee Machine 2

Payne Campground Dump Station

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Parking

Payne Boat Ramp Fee Machine

Payne Campground Bath House

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Dock 3

Payne Campground Boat Ramp.

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Restroom 2

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 03

Payne Campground Swimming Beach 02

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 06

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 02

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Dock 4

Payne Campground Swimming Beach 03

Swim Beach.  Payne Campground.

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Dock

Payne Campground Swimming Beach 05

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 05

Payne Campground-Allatoona Lake

<h2>Overview</h2>
Payne Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. 
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The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Payne Campground provides 57 spacious reservable campsites, conveniently located near the dock and swimming beach. Fire rings, picnic areas, drinking water, flush toilets and showers are all provided, creating a comfortable camping experience for visitors.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Located only 35 miles from Atlanta, Allatoona Lake is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer visitors respite from the rush of city living.
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For facility specific information, please call (678) 721-6700.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>

The city of Acworth and Woodstock are nearby, offering restaurants, shopping, and historic downtown areas. Historic sites like the Etowah Indian Mounds and Booth Western Art Museum are a close drive to the city of Cartersville.

The Visitor Center at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video exhibits and displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early Native Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center overlooks the dam and offers many hiking trails. 

Red Top Mountain State Park has more than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs.

Eight marinas are located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water Park is in Marietta.

Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.<h2>Charges &amp; Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</p>


<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p>


<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</p>


<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</p>


<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</p>



<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</p>


<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</p>

Payne Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia.

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Great Facilities and Amenities

bbq

campfire allowed

checkin time

checkout time

driveway entry

firepit

max num of people

max num of vehicles

pets allowed

picnic table

shade

site access

water hookup

Permitted Equipment

tent-34ft

rv-34ft

trailer-34ft

pickup camper-0ft

pop up camper-0ft

vehicle-0ft

5th wheel-0ft

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