Can you reserve a site at Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga)?

Yes, Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga), Georgia — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Thompson Creek Park lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking and boating. The lake, name of the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit.

Recreation

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

Facilities

Thompson Creek Park offers access to picnic areas and restrooms.

Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface 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.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier Islands.

The facts

1 bookable site
1 site for day use only
1 accessible site
Up to 70 people per site
Loops: THOMPSON CREEK PARK SHELTER (GA)

Site types

1 Group Picnic Area

Amenities

Picnic tables
Grills
Shade

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, pets allowed.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga)

Check-in 8:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
SL5503	THOMPSON CREEK PARK SHELTER (GA)	Group Picnic Area	—	—	Lakefront	—	70	♿

Getting there

Physical address is 600 Thompson Creek Rd., Dawsonville, GA 30534.

From Georgia Highway 400, turn left on Hwy. 53, turn left on Thompson Creek Park Rd, road dead ends into park.

From Interstate 985, take exit for Hwy. 53 west, follow signs to stay on hwy. 53 west, turn left on Thompson Creek Park Rd., road dead ends into park.

34.35209, -84.02023 · 34°21'7.5"N 84°1'12.8"W

Directions (Google Maps) · Directions (Apple Maps)

Typical weather

Typically 88°F in Jul, down to 51°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	51	55	63	71	78	85	88	86	81	72	62	54
Low °F	31	34	40	47	56	64	68	67	61	50	40	34
Precip in	5.3	5.2	5.3	4.2	4.2	4.5	3.9	5.1	4.1	4.2	4.4	5.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.8 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

Monday through Friday - $45.00 Saturday and Sunday - $75.00

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga)

Can you reserve a site at Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga)?: Yes, Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga) have?: 1 site.

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Contact

Phone 770-945-9531
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Thompson Creek Park Shelter (Ga)