Payne Campground rests on the peaceful shores of Lake Allatoona, which is fed by the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River.
This picturesque location north of Acworth and west of Woodstock, GA has 57 campsites conveniently located near the dock and swimming beach. Eleven sites are for tents and have no electric service. The remaining 46 sites all have hookups for water and electric; two of these sites are specifically for RVs.
Recreation
Lake Allatoona is one of the nation’s most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes. Nearly seven million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. The lake is annually restocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.
Amenities
- Accessible Flush Toilets
- Accessible Sites
- Beach Access
- Boat Ramp
- Dock
- Dump Station
- Electric Hookups
- Fire Rings
- Fishing
- Grills
- Host
- Hot Showers
- Lantern Holder
- Laundry
- Paved Sites
- Picnic Area
- Swimming
- Tent Pads
- Trash Collection
- Water Hookups
- Wildlife Viewing
Fees and Details
- This campground has first-come, first-served sites.
- Reservations are NOT made at the campground.
- To check availability of first-come, first-served sites, you may go to the campground or contact the Lake Allatoona Project Management Office at 678-721-6700.
- There is a two-night minimum for weekends and a three-night minimum for holidays.
- Site Fees are $16-56 per night (subject to change)
- Fourteen-day stay limit
Nearby Attractions
- Tellus Science Museum – Cartersville
- Etowah Indian Mounds – Cartersville
- Booth Western Art Museum – Cartersville
- Kennesaw National Battlefield – Kennesaw
- White Water Park – Marietta
- Georgia Aquarium – Atlanta
Special Rules
- ATVs and ORVs are prohibited
- Check in time is 4 p.m. or later
- Checkout time is 3 p.m.
- Maximum of four visitors, in addition to the registered camping party
- Maximum TWO pets per campsite (sorry, no exceptions). Livestock, wild, exotic, and known vicious pets such as: Dobermans, Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, etc., or those that present a high risk of serious injury, are NOT permitted in the campground.
- Noise is banned between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- Pets are not allowed in or around any buildings (shower, bathroom, laundry) or on any of the swimming beaches. Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet when you are walking with them away from your campsite. You cannot leave your dog tied up at your campsite when you are not around.
- Three cars per campsite, maximum
- Complete Rules & Regulations can be found here: Rules
Campground closes at 10:30 p.m. Visitor Hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Directions
Physical Address: Payne Campground, 2495 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth, GA 30102
GPS Latitude and Longitude:
- 34.12083, -84.57917
- 34°7’15″ N, 84°34’45″ W
Take Interstate 75 to Exit 277. Go east on Highway 92. After a mile, turn left onto Hunt Road, which turns into Kellogg Creek Road. Drive two miles. The campground entrance will be on the right.
Reservations
Reservations should be made at least three days in advance.
Call 877-444-6777 or visit Recreation.gov.
Additional Information
Lake Allatoona Project Management Office: 678-721-6700
Campground map: Payne Campground Map
