Van Pugh North Park Shelter (Ga)
Campground · Georgia · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Sidney Lanier Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 70
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 1,118 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Van Pugh North Park lies approximately 15 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, named for 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
Van Pugh North 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: VAN PUGH NORTH 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.
1 campsite at Van Pugh North Park Shelter (Ga)
Check-in 8:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL1301 | VAN PUGH NORTH PARK SHELTER (GA) | Group Picnic Area | — | — | Lakefront | — | 70 | ♿ |
Getting there
Physical address is 6838 Gaines Ferry Rd., Flowery Branch, GA 30542.
From Georgia Highway 400, take exit 14 for Hwy 20 east, follow Hwy 20 east for approximately 10 miles and turn left on Peachtree Industrial Rd., turn left on Gaines Ferry Rd., road forks at end, turn right and road dead ends into park.
From Interstate 985, take exit 8 and turn left on Friendship Rd. (Hwy 347), at third traffic light turn right at Mcever Rd., turn left on Gaines Ferry Rd., turn right at the fork, and the road dead ends into park.
34.18721, -83.98108 · 34°11'13.9"N 83°58'51.9"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 5.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
No Fees. Shelter is designated first-come, first-serve year round while the park is open.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
Member photos
Common questions about Van Pugh North Park Shelter (Ga)
- Can you reserve a site at Van Pugh North Park Shelter (Ga)?
- Yes, Van Pugh North Park Shelter (Ga) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Van Pugh North Park Shelter (Ga) have?
- 1 site.
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Contact
- Phone 770-945-9531
- 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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