Drink from natural springs in America’s oldest state park on a camping trip near Sparta.
Pitch a tent in backcountry campgrounds near Sparta for the best of Georgia’s wilderness. It’s a quick trip to Lake Oconee for fishing and swimming, especially from campgrounds in Oconee Springs Park. Cabin rentals, tent campsites, and RV sites here offer access to restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. An hour from Sparta, Mistletoe State Park boasts fantastic bass fishing. State-park campgrounds provide options like cottage rentals and fisherman cabins with access to boat ramps, while pull-through campsites for motorhomes and trailers come with 50-amp hookups and wifi. West of Sparta, explore hiking trails and enjoy a drink of natural spring water at Indian Springs State Park, one of the oldest American state parks. Campers who want to extend their stay can check in at public campgrounds with walk-in campsites for tents and a few modern campsites for vehicles. Facilities include fire rings, 30-amp electric hookups, picnic tables, and hookups for water.