Ess Lake State Forest Campground

LAT 45.109533945300001 LONG -83.981626516899993

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(27) $20

This rustic campground is located on Ess Lake and offers opportunities for paddling and fishing. Located in Montmorency County, 16 miles northeast of Atlanta.

The campground is managed by Clear Lake State Park.

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This rustic campground is located on Ess Lake and offers opportunities for paddling and fishing. There are 27 sites for tent and small trailer use. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. The campground is located 16 miles northeast of Atlanta via M-33 and County Road 624. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Bass, trout and panfish are caught in Ess Lake. Other nearby fishing opportunities include Grass Lake (5 miles northwest) and Long Lake (1/2 mile east).
Hunting Item is accessible.
Hunting: This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling. Learn more about hunting.
ORV Trails/Routes Item is accessible.
ORV Trails/Routes: There are many miles of state forest roads, county roads and designated ORV trails in this area, including the Atlanta ORV Trail with 71 miles open to motorized use. ORVs can be ridden from the campground to access these routes. All other ORV use within the campground is prohibited.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore Ess Lake from the campground.

Facilities (Display as List)

Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: A boat launch is located on Ess Lake.
Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area
Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: This rustic campground is located on Ess Lake.