Sawnee Campground
Lake Sidney Lanier, Georgia
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As of October 2026, Sawnee Campground is a campground in Georgia with 58 campsites. Sawnee Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Sawnee Campground is located at 34.1763° N, 84.0788° W.
- people allowed on 57 of 58 sites
- 8
- people allowed on the largest site
- 16
Sawnee 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 Sawnee Campground, read on September 28, 2026.
Campsites at Sawnee Campground
- Standard 41
- Tent 17
- Accessible 3
- Hookups 47
What an RV fits
- 20–24 ft7 sites
- 30–34 ft4 sites
- 40–44 ft7 sites
- 45–49 ft3 sites
- 50–54 ft3 sites
- 55–59 ft2 sites
- 60–64 ft6 sites
- 65–69 ft2 sites
- 70–74 ft1 site
- 75–79 ft4 sites
- 80–84 ft1 site
- 85–89 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography.
All sites at Sawnee Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the SAWN loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 02 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 03 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 04 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 05 | Standard | 8 | 20 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 06 | Standard | 8 | 43 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 07 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 08 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 09 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 10 | Standard | 8 | 22 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 11 | Standard | 8 | 23 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 12 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 13 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 14 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 15 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 16 | Standard | 8 | 65 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 17 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 18 | Standard | 8 | 44 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 19 | Standard | 8 | 75 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 20 | Standard | 8 | 57 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 21 | Standard | 8 | 80 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 22 | Standard | 8 | 44 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 23 | Standard | 8 | 65 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 24 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 25 | Standard | 8 | 75 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 26 | Standard | 8 | 48 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 27 | Standard | 8 | 55 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 28 | Standard | 8 | 75 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 29 | Standard | 8 | 70 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 31 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 32 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 33 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 34 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 35A | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 35B | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 35C | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 36 | Standard | 8 | 75 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 37 | Standard | 8 | 43 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 39 | Tent | 8 | - | Electric, Water | - |
| 40 | Tent | 8 | - | Electric, Water | - |
| 41 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 42 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 43 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 44 | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 45-46 | Tent | 16 | - | - | - |
| 47 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 49 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 50 | Tent | 8 | - | Electric, Water | - |
| 51 | Standard | 8 | 85 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 52 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 53 | Standard | 8 | 41 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 54 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 55 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 56 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 57 | Tent | 8 | - | Electric, Water | - |
| 58 | Tent | 8 | - | Electric, Water | - |
| 59 | Tent | 8 | - | Electric | - |
About Sawnee Campground
Overview
Sawnee Campground lies just north of the Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The campground features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to boating and swimming.
The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, over 11 million people come to visit.
Recreation
Sawnee Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing and swimming. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more.
There's also a swimming beach, playground and boat ramp available for campers.
Facilities
Sawnee Campground offers 43 campsites with electric and water hookups (no sewer), 5 tent walk-in campsites with water and electric hookups, and 11 walk-in campsites without hookups. Additional amenities include restrooms/bathouses, laundry facilities, a playground and sandy swimming beach.
Natural Features
Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface water acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.
The reservior was created in 1956 with the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.
Nearby Attractions
Take in views of the dam at the nearby Westbank Overlook, or head northwest of the campground for scenic drives and wildlife spotting opportunities at the Sawnee Mountain Preserve.
The city of Cumming is nearby and has shopping, restuarants, a fairground and much more.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be honored.
Rules and notices at Sawnee Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Sawnee Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Check-in is 3:00 p.m., and check out is by 1:00 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 10:30pm and reopen at 7am.
"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.
Sawnee Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Sawnee Campground?
Sawnee Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 58 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Sawnee Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Sawnee 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 Sawnee Campground have?
Sawnee Campground has 58 campsites.
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