Lake Tobesofkee recreation area is located right in Macon. Campers here can fish, go boating, play tennis and swim at one of three beaches: Claystone, Sandy Beach and Arrowhead Park. Camping is allowed at Arrowhead and Claystone, which stay open all year, offering sites for tent camping or RVs, with full electric and water hookups. Lakefront or lake-view sites are available, offering a nice waterfront feel. Boat ramps, shower and laundry facilities are also available. The campgrounds do not allow alcohol. Leashed pets are welcome.
Tobesofkee Recreation Area
6600 Moseley Dixon Road
I-475, Exit 5
Macon, Ga 31220.
478-474-8770
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The Forsyth KOA campground sitshalfway between Macon and Atlanta, with easy access to I-75. Set this up as your base camp to explore nearby Lake Juliette, a Georgia power company reservoir. (See Resources section.) Movie fans might get a kick out of visiting the "Gone with the Wind"--themed Road to Tara museum in Jonesboro, less than an hour's drive away. At the campsite, you'll find RV sites, tent sites and cabins. A swimming pool and bike rentals are available.
Forsyth KOA
414 South Frontage Road
Forsyth, GA 31029-0967
478-994-2019
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Less than 35 miles to the northwest of Macon, Indian Springs State Park has a reputation as the oldest state park in the nation. The Creek Indians used the springs for centuries to heal the sick. (See Resources section.) During the 1800s, the area was known as a resort town. The state acquired it in 1825, and it became an official "State Forest Park" in 1927. You can try the spring waters for yourself while camping at the park, either using its cottages, pitching a pent or pulling up an RV. The 11 two-bedroom cottages and 88 campsites can accommodate a motor home or two tents. Each site has water, electrical service, picnic table, grill and fire ring.
Indian Springs State Park
678 Lake Clark Road
Flovilla , GA 30216
800-864-7275
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