Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)
Campground · Georgia · 18 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Chattahoochee National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 18
- Bookable sites
- 55 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 2,287 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Beginning May 1st, 2025 Tate Branch campground will require reservations via recreation.gov for camping in all sites at this facility.
This much-admired 17-site developed campground is sure to heighten the innate beauty of any season. Graced with various species of hardwoods and resting on the shore of Tallulah River, Tate Branch Campground provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish, or enjoy the scenery.
Recreation
Beginning May 1st, 2025 reservations via recreation.gov will be required for all sites at Tate Branch campground.
Tate Branch Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.
Facilities
The campground offers 17 campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and a lantern post at each site. The new toilet building (built in 2023) is located on the exit road from the campground. There is drinking water available between the toilet building and campsite #2.
Natural Features
Tate Branch Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.Nearby Attractions
Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level. Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive, you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun. While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.
The facts
- Season: 03/15/2025 – 10/31/2025 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 18 bookable sites
- 19 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 55 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Tate Branch
Site types
- 18 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
- Sewer hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, grills.
19 campsites at Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:01 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Access | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | Tate Branch | Management | — | Gravel | — | Walk In | Riverfront | 15 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 15 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Walk In | Riverfront | 15 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 16 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Walk In | Riverfront | 15 ft | 5 | 🐾 |
| 17 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Walk In | Riverfront | 15 ft | — | 🐾 |
| 18 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Walk In | — | 15 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | Walk In | — | 15 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 36 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 55 ft | 2 | 🐾 |
| 9 | Tate Branch | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Riverfront | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
Take U.S. 76 west from Clayton, Georgia for 8 miles; turn right (north) on Persimmon Road for 4.2 miles; turn left (northwest) on Tallulah River Road (Forest Service 70 Road) for 4 miles.
34.95530, -83.55210 · 34°57'19.1"N 83°33'7.6"W
Typical weather
Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 46°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 46 | 50 | 57 | 66 | 72 | 77 | 80 | 79 | 74 | 66 | 58 | 49 |
| Low °F | 26 | 28 | 35 | 43 | 51 | 59 | 62 | 61 | 55 | 44 | 35 | 30 |
| Precip in | 6.5 | 6.0 | 6.4 | 5.8 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 6.3 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 5.1 | 6.0 | 7.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
All camping is by reservation only at recreation.gov
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 Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)
- Can you reserve a site at Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)?
- Yes, Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA) have?
- 19 sites in total, of which 18 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)?
- 55 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA).
- Does Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA) have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)?
- Campfires are allowed at Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)'s operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Camping: $15/site/night
Restrictions:
- The maximum stay is 14 days. After the camper(s) has accumulated 14 days within any 30-day time period, the camper(s) must leave that area/campground and move from Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest land for 30 days before returning for another stay. NOTE: No UTV's, ATV's, or Golf carts allowed in
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Contact
- Email sm.fs.crrd@usda.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
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