Description

Out on the peninsula where Ridge Road ends is one of the first campgrounds Out on the peninsula where Ridge Road ends is one of the first on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. Ridge Road still has some of the most beautiful campgrounds on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. Ridge Road still has some views from campsites on Thurmond Lake. To bring the campground into the next century, the Corps is in the process of bringing electricity to all 52 of the most beautiful views from campsites on Thurmond Lake. Sixty-three of the 69 sites are equipped with water and electrical sites. Currently 28 of the 52 sites are equipped with water and electric hook-ups. Watch for resident deer on the way to Ridge Road. This narrow services. The remaining six are for tent camping located on a beautiful peninsula is home to many deer families - most of the land on the five mile peninsula. Watch for resident deer on the way to Ridge Road. This narrow stretch of Ridge Road is restricted from hunting. peninsula is home to many deer families - most of the land on the five mile stretch of Ridge Road is restricted from hunting.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
Boat Launch Ramp Courtesy Dock Dump Station Fish Cleaning Station Flush Toilet Laundry	Playground Potable Water Showers Swimming - Beach Telephone Vault Toilet

Site fees range from $16-$18/night. Pets are allowed if penned or leased. *Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advance.* Public use of alcohol is prohibited. Gates open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 10:00 p.m. Sites accommodate two tents or a RV and a tent. 2 night minimum stay on weekends. 3 night minimum stay on holidays. Gates open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 10:00 p.m. No alcohol. Maximum 4 vehicles per site. For current lake conditions, contact the lake office at 1-(800)533-3478 ext.1147 Visitor hours end at 9:30pm. Check-in time is 3pm and check-out time is 2pm. Late check-out may result in the charge of an additional night's camping fee. If you donot arrive within 24 hrs of checkin date and time , you will be charged $20.00 and one night's use fees.
Think Water Safety! Visitors are encouraged to wear life jackets at all times while on or around the water. Swimmers should use designated swim areas and never swim alone.

Getting There:

Ridge Road (GA)
5886 RIDGE ROAD
Appling GA 30802

From I-20, take Exit 65, turn right (NW) on to Washington Road (Hwy 104). 17 mi to Ridge Road. Turn right and follow Ridge Road to the end at the campground. from I-20 take exit 183 (Appling). Go north on Hwy 221 approximately 6 miles. At four-way stop go left (GA Hwy 47) and drive approximately 5 miles. Campground road is on right. Follow signs.