Lake Rabun Beach Campground & Recreation Area

Opening and closing dates, available services, weather conditions, and campground access may change during the season. Visitors should check current site information before traveling, particularly near the beginning or end of the operating season.

Entry, Reservations & Parking

Overnight camping requires a campsite fee. Camping reservations are made through Recreation.gov and cannot be created or changed by calling or emailing the FIND Outdoors office. Some first-come, first-served campsites may also be available, depending on occupancy.

Campers should review their selected campsite carefully before arriving. Campsites vary in driveway length, vehicle capacity, equipment limits, and layout, so visitors traveling with an RV or trailer should make sure their reserved site can accommodate their equipment.

Day-use visitors should park only in designated areas and follow posted signs when entering the recreation area.

Campground check-in begins at 2:00 PM, and campers must check out by 12:00 PM on the day of departure.

Visitors should have their reservation information available when arriving and should confirm their campsite number, equipment limits, and any special instructions before setting up camp.

Cell service is limited in the surrounding area, so downloading reservation details before traveling is recommended.

Campground Facilities

Restroom facilities include hot water showers. Each campsite includes a grill, picnic table, and lantern post. 

The swim area has two picnic tables, a roped-off area for swimmers, and restrooms. A boat launch area and a fishing pier are near the swimming area. 

Day Use & Lake Recreation

Day-use visitors can spend time swimming, boating, or fishing. 

Pets

Pets are welcome at Lake Rabun, including within picnic areas, as long as they are kept under control and their owners follow all campground rules.

Pets are not permitted in restroom/bathhouse facilities or within day-use designated swimming areas and beaches. Visitors are responsible for cleaning up after their animals and should prevent pets from disturbing other campers, wildlife, or natural resources. 

Service animals are permitted in accordance with applicable law.

Campfires & Generators

Campfires are permitted at campsites where designated fire rings are provided, subject to current fire restrictions.

Visitors should never leave a fire unattended and should make sure all flames and coals are completely extinguished before leaving the campsite or going to sleep. Always check for current fire restrictions before starting a fire.

Generators may be operated for up to four hours per day between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Visitors should operate generators responsibly and be considerate of neighboring campsites.