Bolding Mill Campground
Lake Sidney Lanier, Georgia
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As of October 2026, Bolding Mill Campground is a campground in Georgia with 95 campsites. Bolding Mill Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Bolding Mill Campground is located at 34.3379° N, 83.9511° W.
- people allowed on each site
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Bolding Mill Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Campsites held at once: 1 campsite(s) held
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Maximum per transaction: 1 reservations per transaction
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Bolding Mill Campground, read on September 28, 2026.
Campsites at Bolding Mill Campground
- Standard 86
- Tent 9
- Accessible 5
- Hookups 86
What an RV fits
- 25–29 ft2 sites
- 30–34 ft22 sites
- 35–39 ft9 sites
- 40–44 ft11 sites
- 45–49 ft18 sites
- 50–54 ft9 sites
- 55–59 ft2 sites
- 60–64 ft6 sites
- 65–69 ft4 sites
- 70–74 ft1 site
- 75–79 ft1 site
- 80–84 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- potable water
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife, climbing, photography.
All sites at Bolding Mill Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the BMIL loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | 8 | 65 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 02 | Standard | 8 | 34 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 03 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 04 | Standard | 8 | 28 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 05 | Standard | 8 | 33 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 06 | Standard | 8 | 31 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 07 | Standard | 8 | 36 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 08 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 09 | Standard | 8 | 33 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 10 | Standard | 8 | 37 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 11 | Standard | 8 | 34 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 12 | Standard | 8 | 38 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 13 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 14 | Standard | 8 | 61 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 15 | Standard | 8 | 44 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 16 | Standard | 8 | 53 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 17 | Standard | 8 | 42 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 18 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 19 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 20 | Standard | 8 | 44 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 21 | Standard | 8 | 75 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 22 | Standard | 8 | 69 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 23 | Standard | 8 | 46 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 24 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 25 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 26 | Standard | 8 | 47 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 27 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 28 | Standard | 8 | 46 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 29 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 30 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 31 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 32 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 33 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 34 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 35 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 36 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 37 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 38 | Standard | 8 | 27 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 39 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 40 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 41 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 42 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 43 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 44 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 45 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 46 | Standard | 8 | 46 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 47 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 48 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 50 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 53 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 54 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 55 | Standard | 8 | 80 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 56 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 57 | Standard | 8 | 55 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 58 | Standard | 8 | 55 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 59 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 60 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 61 | Standard | 8 | 44 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 62 | Standard | 8 | 41 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 63 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 64 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 65 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 66 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 67 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 68 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 69 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 70 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 71 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 72 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 73 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 74 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 75 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 76 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 77 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 78 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 79 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 80 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 81 | Standard | 8 | 65 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 82 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 83 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 84 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 85 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 86 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 87 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 88 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 89 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 90 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 91 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 92 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 93 | Standard | 8 | 70 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 94 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 95 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 96 | Standard | 8 | 65 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 97 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
About Bolding Mill Campground
Overview
Bolding Mill Campground is an excellent choice for camping on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering plenty of comfortable amenities in addition to a well-kept facility.
Visitors will enjoy fishing and boating on the lake as well as the lush picnic area and large swimming beach, perfect for families.
Recreation
The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to many water activities.
Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and playground area near the front of the park.
Facilities
The campground offers 88 sites with electric and water hookups (no sewer). There's also nine tent-only primitive sites. Campground conveniences include a laundry facility, fishing pier, and restroom/showerhouses.
Facilities outside of the campground but within Bolding Mill park include the playground, swim beach and boat ramp. There's also two dump stations, inside and outside the campground which rotate use per year.
Natural Features
Lake Lanier spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 land acres across five counties in northern Georgia. The reservoir is known for its aqua-blue coloring and spectacular scenery in the forested foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Bolding Mill campground is on the northwest side of the lake, which has plenty of grass and shade for comfortable camping.
Nearby Attractions
Head to the Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities. Another idea is the Sawnee Mountain Preserve, with breathtaking scenic overlooks, hiking opportunities and rock climbing.
Nearby Gainesville, Dawsonville and Dalonega provide many different experiences and opportunities.
Contact Info
This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7875 to speak with local staff.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system.
Rules and notices at Bolding Mill Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Bolding Mill Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Check-in is 3:00 p.m., and check out is by 12:00 p.m.
Gatehouse open 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday - Thursday. Gatehouse open 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday - Sunday.
Payments are not accepted at the gatehouse.
For more information on Lake Sidney Lanier, please go to: http://www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/Recreation/Lake-Sidney-Lanier/
The campground does not accept mail or food deliveries for campers in the campground. Campers must coordinate to accept these items at a location outside the campground gate.
Gates lock at 10:30 p.m. and open at 7 a.m.
"NO SHOWS" will be charged the full amount for their reservation.
DISCOUNT PASSES must be presented upon arrival and can only be used for ONE site where the cardholder is the REGISTERED camper. Fraudulent use of a discount pass may result in a mandatory appearance in court in accordance with Title 36 CFR 327.23 (d) RECREATION FEES.
DISCOUNT PASSES must be applied at the time the reservation is made.
Gatehouse Attendants have limited or no internet access and are unable to perform actions affecting a reservation.
LENGTH OF STAY for campers is no longer than 14 days during any 30 consecutive day period for any USACE campground on Lake Lanier (Ex. Cannot stay at Bolding Mill Campground 14 days with another reservation immediately following at another USACE operated campground on Lake Lanier). Consecutive reservations under different names that exceed 14 days are not authorized and are subject to eviction and/or the issuance of a citation in accordance with Title 36 CFR 327.7 (b).
Commercial operations are prohibited in USACE operated campgrounds. Rental campers must be operated and set up by the registered camper.
Day using is prohibited. Registered campers must occupy their site overnight.
Bolding Mill Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Bolding Mill Campground?
Bolding Mill Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 95 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Bolding Mill Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Bolding Mill Campground, 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 Bolding Mill Campground have?
Bolding Mill Campground has 95 campsites.
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