Morganton Point
Campground · Georgia · 42 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
- 42
- Bookable sites
- 30 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 25
- People per site
- 1,819 ft
- Elevation
Overview
The Morganton Point Recreation Area is located in the Blue Ridge Ranger District, within the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains. Pristine water and scenic views draw visitors from around the state and region.Recreation
The Morganton Point Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all centered around beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. The lake is open to motor boats and jet skis, as well as non-motorized watercraft.Fishing in the 3,290-acre lake is a popular activity for visitors to the Morganton Point Campground. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of bass and other fish. Visitors are encouraged to check with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for Lake Blue Ridge.
Day-use hiking trails, including one that parallels the lakeshore, are ideal for short, relaxing strolls through the forest. The Appalachian and Benton MacKave trails pass through Fannin County and are easily accessed near the campground.
Facilities
The campground offers campsites available for tent and RV camping. Several walk-in sites are for tents only. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible showers and drinking water are also provided. Beach access includes a designated swimming area, picnic tables, outdoor showers and trash collection bins.Natural Features
The campground offers multiple sites adjacent to Lake Blue Ridge, in the Chattahoochee National Forest.Lake Blue Ridge is known for its aquamarine waters surrounded by the forested foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The 3,290-acre reservoir boasts over 60 miles of shoreline, with around 80% belonging to the Chattahoochee National Forest.
Nearby Attractions
The nearest convenience store and gas station are located in Morganton, about a mile north of the campground.The nearest full-service grocery stores and shopping villages are located in Blue Ridge, approximately 15 minutes west along U.S. Highway 76.
The facts
- Season: Yearlong — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 42 bookable sites
- 44 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 site for day use only
- Vehicles up to 30 ft
- Up to 25 people per site
- Loops: LL, Pavilion, UL, WI
Site types
- 30 Standard Electric
- 8 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 3 Group Standard Electric
- 2 Management
- 1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: fire pits.
44 campsites at Morganton Point
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Access | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 02 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 03 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 04 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 05 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | Lakefront | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 06 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | Lakefront | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 07 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | Lakefront | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 08 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Severe | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 09 | LL | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | — | — | Lakefront | 30 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 10 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Severe | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 11 | LL | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | — | Lakefront | 25 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 12 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 13 | LL | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | — | — | Lakefront | 30 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 14 | LL | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | Lakefront | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 15 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 16 - H | LL | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 17 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 18 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 19 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 20 | LL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| Morganton Point Pavilion | Pavilion | Group Shelter Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 25 | 🐾 |
| 21 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 22 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 22 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 23 - H | UL | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 24 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 25 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 26 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 27 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 28 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 29 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 30 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 31 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | — | — | 5 | 🐾 |
| 32 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 30 ft | 2 | 🐾 |
| 33 | UL | Group Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 34 | UL | Group Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 35 | UL | Group Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 36 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | — | 2 | 🐾 |
| 37 | UL | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | — | 5 | 🐾 |
| A | WI | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Hike In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| B | WI | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Hike In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| C | WI | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Hike In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| D | WI | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Hike In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| E | WI | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Hike In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| F | WI | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Hike In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
Getting there
Take U.S. Highway 515 north from Blue Ridge for 4 miles to Georgia Highway 60. Turn right (southwest) and continue 3 miles to the town of Morganton. In Morganton, turn right on County Road 616 (Lake Drive) and proceed for 1 mile. To enter the campground, take the first left after the Morganton Point entrance sign.
34.87500, -84.25000 · 34°52'30.0"N 84°15'0.0"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 5.0 | 5.1 | 5.8 | 5.1 | 4.8 | 5.3 | 5.8 | 5.1 | 5.3 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 6.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
Standard Electric = $39.00 Standard Electric Double = $50.00 Standard Non Electric = $26.00
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Morganton Point
- Can you reserve a site at Morganton Point?
- Yes, Morganton Point is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Morganton Point have?
- 44 sites in total, of which 42 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Morganton Point?
- 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Morganton Point?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Morganton Point.
- Does Morganton Point have hookups?
- Electric, Water, Sewer.
- Are campfires allowed at Morganton Point?
- Campfires are allowed at Morganton Point. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Morganton Point also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Morganton Point's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Camping Single sites and tent walk-in sites: $24/site/night Single sites with electric: $31 Single sites with electric and water: $36/site/night Double sites: $48 Day Use $5.00/per person/day for 16+ $5.00 Boat Trailer and Launch Pavilion : $40
Restrictions:
- No alcoholic beverages in Campground and Day Use Areas
- 14 day stay limit.
- 2 vehicles per campsite, except for group sites (#9, #13) four vehicles are allowed. Boat trailers and self propelled campers count as a vehicle. All guest or visitors must park in day use area and pay parking fee.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times.
Camping near Morganton Point
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- Toccoa River Sandy Bottoms Campground 6.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Deep Hole Recreation Area 11.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Cooper Creek Campground (GA) 12.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Frank Gross Campground 13.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Jacks River Fields Campground 15.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lakewood Landing Boat Launch 1 mi · Activity pass
- Lakewood Landing Boat Launch 1.1 mi · Facility
- Lake Blue Ridge Recreation Area 3 mi · Facility
- Mulky Campground 12.7 mi · Campground
- Chattahoochee Forest National Fish Hatchery 13.4 mi · Facility
- Blue Ridge Ranger District 14.7 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 706-374-1645
- Email MorgantonPoint@cfaia.org
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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