Northbank Day Use Area Shelter
Carters Lake, Georgia
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As of October 2026, Northbank Day Use Area Shelter is a campground in Georgia with 2 campsites. Northbank Day Use Area Shelter is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Northbank Day Use Area Shelter is located at 34.6078° N, 84.6625° W.
- people allowed on 1 of 2 sites
- 50
- people allowed on the largest site
- 100
Northbank Day Use Area Shelter reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
2 sites open on Oct 2 at Northbank Day Use Area Shelter. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 14:52 UTC.
Stay and booking rules
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Northbank Day Use Area Shelter, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Northbank Day Use Area Shelter
- Group 2
- Accessible 2
- Hookups 2
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography, horse riding.
All sites at Northbank Day Use Area Shelter, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the NORTHBANK DAY USE AREA SHELTER loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Shelter | Group | 100 | Electric | Accessible |
| Small Shelter | Group | 50 | Electric | Accessible |
About Northbank Day Use Area Shelter
Overview
Northbank Day Use Area is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including camping, hiking, boating, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and picnicking. Norhtbank provides an excellent view of both Carters Lake and the ReReg Lake from its location on top of Carters Dam.
Recreation
Northbank provides multiple recreation opportunities including fishing, hiking trails, basketball, volleyball and sightseeing.
Facilities
Northbank Day Use Area provides visitors with panoramic views of Carters Lake along with ample picnic sites, restrooms, a playground, volleyball court, basketball court and horseshoe pits.
The large shelter (CL-13) seating capacity is 100 people maximum and parking capacity of 50 vehicles. The small shelter (CL-9) seating capacity is 50 people maximum and parking capacity of 25 vehicles.
Natural Features
Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of foothills scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. It covers 3,200 surface acres and has 62 miles of undeveloped shoreline. Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty.
Nearby Attractions
The Cities of Ellijay and Chatsworth are about 30 minutes away offering restaurants, grocery stores and fuel, along with other amenities.
Charges & Cancellations
Please review the rules and reservation policies at the bottom of the page.
Rules and notices at Northbank Day Use Area Shelter
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Northbank Day Use Area Shelter on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Large Shelter seating capacity is 100 people maximum.
Small Shelter seating capacity is 50 people maximum.
Tables under shelter cannot be moved.
A $5.00 day use fee must be paid at the Fee Machine via credit card for each vehicle.
Plan to arrive early for parking. No parking spots are saved for shelter reservations.
Northbank Day Use Area Shelter FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Northbank Day Use Area Shelter?
Northbank Day Use Area Shelter 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 Northbank Day Use Area Shelter?
Cancellations happen frequently at Northbank Day Use Area Shelter, 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 Northbank Day Use Area Shelter have?
Northbank Day Use Area Shelter has 2 campsites.
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