Campground

Doll Mountain Campground

Carters Lake
Near Ellijay, Georgia

Facilities

The heavily wooded campground contains RV and tent-only sites, many of which have electric hookups. Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. Additional amenities include a children's playground and a dump station.

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.

Recreation

Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty. Whether in a powerboat or sailboat on the open water or paddling along the shoreline in a canoe, Carters Lake offers enjoyable boating experiences for everyone.

Fishing is a popular activity on the lake. Major species include bass (largemouth, smallmouth, hybrid, striped and spotted) crappie, walleye, bream and catfish.

Bank fishing locations are limited due to steep shoreline terrain, but six boat ramps are scattered around the shoreline, offering easy access to the lake.

Recreation Sites

  • Standard Electric
  • Management
  • Tent Only Nonelectric
  • Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
  • Tent Only Electric
  • Overnight

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Camping
  • Boating

Amenities

  • Boat Dock
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Trailer Parking
  • Flush Toilets
  • Pets Allowed
  • Playgroiund
  • Showers
  • Electricity Hookup
  • Grills/Fire Ring
  • Fire Pit
  • BBQ
  • Tent Pad
  • Water Hookup
  • Picnic Table
  • Accessible Drinking Water
  • Accessible Flush Toilets
  • Accessible Playground
  • Accessible Showers
  • Campfire Rings
  • Lantern Posts
  • Paved Roads
  • Playground
  • Tent Pads
  • Water Hookups
  • Electric Hookups
  • Dump Station
  • Paved Parking
  • Grills
  • Day Use Area
  • Accessible Picnic Area
  • Accessible Boat Ramp
  • Accessible Occupant Message
  • Accessibility

Nearby Attractions

Ridgeway Park and the Woodring Branch Recreation Area are each located within a 45-minute drive from Doll Mountain Campground. Hiking and mountain biking trails in each park offer beautiful scenery and a mix of easy to challenging terrain.

Getting Here

Latitude
34° 36' 47.9999" N
Longitude
84° 37' 26.0000" W
From Atlanta, take I-75 north to Exit 293, then Highway 411 north to Highway 136. Turn right on Highway 136 and follow to Highway 382. Turn left on Highway 382 and look for signs to the campground-- access road is directly across from the volunteer fire station. Physical address is 1362 Doll Mountain Road,Ellijay, GA 30540

Need to Know

    • ALL CAMPERS MUST HAVE A RESERVATION BEFORE ENTERING CAMPGROUND 
    • Campsite occupancy is limited to maximum of eight (8) and two (2) vehicles and one (1) boat.
    • NO VISITORS, registered campers only
    • Campers must self-register at Gatehouse
    • No transactions will be done at gatehouse

  • Campground gate is open 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. 

  • Vehicles may exit at any time via electronic gate. Vehicles are not authorized to enter the park after park closing times.

  • The park access road has a steep downhill grade; campers should use caution when entering.
  • Camping at one or more campsites at Carters Lake Project for a period longer than 14 days during a 30 day period is prohibited. Title 36 CFR 327.7B.

  • Don't Move Firewood; Protect your forest from tree killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for more information. 

    • Contact Information

    1850 Carters Dam Rd
    Chatsworth, GA 30705
    1362 Doll Mountain Rd
    Ellijay, GA 30540

    For local information, please call (706) 276-4413 or call (706) 334-2248 for general information.

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