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Lake Springs Campground

J. Strom Thurmond Lake, Georgia

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As of October 2026, Lake Springs Campground is a campground in Georgia with 4 campsites. Lake Springs Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Lake Springs Campground is located at 33.6659° N, 82.2293° W.

people allowed on 3 of 4 sites: 50

Lake Springs Campground reservations and next available dates

Stay and booking rules

Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Lake Springs Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Lake Springs Campground

Group 4
Accessible 4
Hookups 4

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

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

All sites at Lake Springs Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Hookups	Access
PINE POINT	PINE	Group	50	Electric, Water	Accessible
DEER RUN	SPRI	Group	40	Electric, Water	Accessible
MALLARD POINT	SPRI	Group	50	Electric, Water	Accessible
SQUIRREL NEST	SQRL	Group	50	Electric, Water	Accessible

About Lake Springs Campground

Overview

Lake Springs Recreation Area is one of the most popular parks on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. The park is located on Georgia State Highway 221 within twenty minutes of Augusta, Georgia.

The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking.

A $5 per vehicle day use fee is required to enter the park. All Federal Passes are accepted. Payment can be made on site, credit card only, no cash accepted.

The boat ramp and fishing pier are open year-round. All swim beaches, picnic tables, and group shelters close after Labor Day, September 6, and reopen April 28 EXCEPT the Deer Run beach, tables, and group shelter are open year-round.

Recreation

Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers endless boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming opportunities.

Hikers have access to many miles of trails in the immediate area. Within the Lake Springs Recreation Area is the 1.8-mile Lake Springs Loop. Outside the park stretches the 27-mile Bartram Trail, which meanders along the scenic shoreline and through Wildwood Park. Shorter sections can be hiked from several intersecting trailheads.

Facilities

Lake Springs Recreation Area is a wooded day-use area with four group picnic shelters. Water and electrical hookups are provided at each shelter. Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, drinking water, a boat ramp, dock, fish cleaning station, playground and lookout tower.

Natural Features

Hot, humid summers and mild, pleasant winters characterize this heavily wooded area on the shore of Thurmond Lake. A mixed pine and hardwood forest covers the site, providing summer shade and fall color. Elevation is 345' above sea level.

Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, wild turkeys and whitetail deer.

Nearby Attractions

Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional boating, swimming, hunting and hiking opportunities. Nearby cities house 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 Lake Springs Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Lake Springs Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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

All users must pay the $7 entry fee by 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 horseshoes 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 entrance fee

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

Recreation.gov permit and campground cancellations →

Lake Springs Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Lake Springs Campground?

Lake Springs Campground 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 Lake Springs Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lake Springs 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 Lake Springs Campground have?

Lake Springs Campground has 4 campsites.

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