Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
THIS IS NOT A PUBLIC CAMPGROUND. SCOUTS AND CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS ONLY.
These sites are for overnight camping by organized non-profit (501c) youth groups (scouts, church youth groups) under adult supervision for the purpose of education of the historic resources of the battlefield. Due to limited space and facilities, camping for solely recreational purposes is not allowed. Groups must choose sites according to the size of their group.
- A set of vault toilets are located between sites 3 and 4.
- Sites 1, 3, and 4 have water spigots with potable water.
- All sites are equipped with a picnic table, fire ring with grill, and lantern pole.
- There is an ampitheatre-style area in the campground that is available first-come, first-serve.
- Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center is 1.5 miles away by car and about 0.45 miles on foot.
Notifications and Alerts
Need to Know
This campground is NOT for public use. Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground is ONLY available for "organized non-profit youth groups under adult supervision for the purpose of education of the historic resources of the Chickamauga Battlefield."
There are no public use campgrounds in the park. See Georgia State Parks and Tennessee State Parks
Group leaders are responsible for sharing this information with all members of their group.
Please practice Leave No Trace principles while visiting the park.
Parking: All vehicles should be parked along the edge of the roadway. Please leave room for emergency vehicles to pass. Keep entry gate closed after entering or exiting.
Firewood: To prevent the spread of invasive species, please do not bring firewood into the park. Dead/downed wood may be collected and burned.
Safety and Security: An adult leader must be present with the group at all times. Camp only in the boundaries of your designated site. Do not leave the campground after dark except in case of emergency. All areas of the park close after sunset. First aid is available at the Visitor Center during open hours. For emergencies, dial 911. Do not climb on monuments or cannons.
Hiking to Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center: We encourage campers to explore the many trails around the Battlefield. If you decide to hike to the visitor center, please do not enter the building with muddy shoes. Stow all backpacks, food, drink, etc along the side entrance before entering. Be courteous to other visitors by speaking quietly and behaving respectfully both inside and outside the visitor center.
Natural Features
Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground offers tree-sheltered, flat tent sites. The campground is surrounded by a hardwood decidious forest. With over 9,000 acres of preserved land, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park has many native plants and animals which call the park home.
Nearby Attractions
- Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center is located less than 2 miles from the camping area by vehicle and 0.45 miles by foot.
- Again, these campsites are only available to organized youth groups and as such are not open to the public. There are a number of public and private campgrounds in the surrounding area.
Recreation
- Hiking, biking, and horseback riding are popular recreation activities at the park. Groups may also request a ranger tour of the park or ranger-led activity.
- Chickamauga Battlefield contains around 50 miles of hiking trails. In addition, the park has developed a series of recommended trail routes highlighting specific stories within Chickamauga Battlefield. These hike routes are especially popular with scout groups as scouts can earn a badge for each hike.
- Bicycling is permitted on all paved roads and service roads within Chickamauga Battlefield.
- Please refer to trail maps for more information about specific trails where horseback riding is allowed.
- For inquiries about service projects, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Will Wilson at 706-866-9241 ext. 137 or will_wilson@nps.gov.
Changes & Cancellations
Contact Information
Mailing
3370 Lafayette Road Fort Oglethorpe GA 30742
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 706-866-9241
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center, turn right (south) onto Lafayette Road. Travel 1.5 miles and turn right onto Dyer Road. You will see Brotherton Cabin at this intersection. At the first stop sign, turn right onto Glenn-Kelly Road. Travel 0.5 miles, passing a triangular intersection on your left. Turn left at the next roadway, South Post. Enter through the gate, making sure to close it behind you. Drive down this road and the camping loop will be on your right. Campsites are located around this loop road and each site is marked with a numbered post.
Available Campsites
- Site Site 7, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site Site 9, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site Site 3, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site Site 5, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site Site 6, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site Site 2, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site Site 8, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site Site 1, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site Site 4, Loop Chickamauga Battlefield, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
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