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Amity Recreation Area

J. Strom Thurmond Lake, Georgia

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As of October 2026, Amity Recreation Area is a campground in Georgia with 3 campsites. Amity Recreation Area is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Amity Recreation Area is located at 33.6461° N, 82.4719° W.

people allowed on each site: 50

Amity Recreation Area reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Amity Recreation Area, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Amity Recreation Area

231

Group 3
Accessible 2
Hookups 3

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, water sports.

All sites at Amity Recreation Area, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Hookups	Access
2	Bass Alley	Group	50	Electric, Water	Accessible
3	Blue Gill Way	Group	50	Electric, Water	Accessible
1	Catfish Cove	Group	50	Electric, Water	-

About Amity Recreation Area

Overview

Amity Recreation Area is one of the most popular parks on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. The large, 70,000-acre lake and its 1,000 miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking.

Recreation

Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting and water sports in the southeastern United States.

Anglers will find largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers endless boating, waterskiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities. Amity Recreation Area provides a boat ramp and swimming area.

Facilities

This facility is a wooded day-use area on the lake shore. There are three reservable group picnic shelters that can each accommodate up to 92 guests. A boat ramp, fishing pier, swimming area, ball field and playground provide additional recreation opportunities.

Natural Features

Hot, humid summers and mild, pleasant winters characterize this wooded area. A mixed pine and hardwood forest covers the site, providing summer shade and fall color.

Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors might spot bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, osprey, wild turkeys and white-tailed deer.

Nearby Attractions

Augusta, Georgia, about 20 miles away, offers museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants and shopping areas. The Augusta National Golf Club hosts the Masters Golf Tournament annually the first week of April.

Rules and notices at Amity Recreation Area

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Amity Recreation Area on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Park hours are 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

All users must pay the $7 entry fee by using the credit card machine prior to the gatehouse. Pass must be displayed with the time and date visable during your visit. Acceptable passes are the USACE Annual Pass and the America the Beautiful – the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes.

Pets permitted on leash

Alcoholic beverages are prohibited

Glass and Pets are prohibited on designated swimming beaches

Fires are prohibited

Nets, volleyballs, and hareseshoes are not provided

For shelter reservations:

Please bring your confirmation letter to the park; it is required for check-in

Shelter must be occupied by 2pm

Users are not exempt from the entrance fee

The beach area and other park amenities are available for the reserving group as well as to the general public

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Amity Recreation Area FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Amity Recreation Area?

Amity Recreation Area is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Amity Recreation Area?

Cancellations happen frequently at Amity Recreation Area, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Amity Recreation Area have?

Amity Recreation Area has 3 campsites.

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