US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · Army Corps lake in Forsyth County, Georgia.
| Managed by | US Army Corps of Engineers (Lake Sidney Lanier) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 60 |
| Site types | 43 standard, electric, 11 tent only no electric, 6 tent only electric |
| RV hookups | Electric hookups at 49 sites (water at 48) |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 85 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fees | <p>Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p> |
| Phone | (770) 887-0592 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Sawnee Campground before you go.
Sawnee Campground lies just north of the Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The campground features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to boating and swimming. 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, over 11 million people come to visit. Recreation Sawnee Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing and swimming. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Sawnee Campground is in Forsyth County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.