Willis Knob Horse Camp
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest — riverside
Location: LAKEMONT, GA, GA
Price: From $20 per night
Price range: $20–$30 per night
Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (33 reviews)
Season: May through October
Located in the northern Georgia mountains, far from civilization, Willis Knob Horse Campground is one of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests most beloved horse-lover hideaways. The campground features equestrian camping, riding and hiking trails and fishing in the nearby Chattooga River. The campground provides single, double and group campsites for tent and RV camping.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Electric Hookups
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/willis-knob-horse-camp to be notified when sites open up.
Willis Knob Horse Camp is a remote mountain hideaway in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests featuring equestrian camping with access to scenic 15-mile and 12.5-mile trails across Georgia and South Carolina. Campers praise the peaceful setting, great campsites, and nearby river crossing opportunities.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Bobcat, Eastern Cottontail, American Beaver present in area; also Eastern Box Turtle, Ratsnakes, and Queensnakes
Insider tips for Willis Knob Horse Camp: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 8 sites Water and electric hookups available but only at select sites; plan accordingly Bring maps or download trail info before arrival; posted signs help but maps are reportedly not the best
Skip Willis Knob Horse Camp if: You need sewer hookups—not available. You have horses requiring extensive high lines—sites 1-5 need more infrastructure. You're visiting outside May-October—campground is seasonal.
Best time to visit Willis Knob Horse Camp: May-October — Official seasonal operations period.
Nearby campgrounds: Whetstone Horse Camp (MOUNTAIN REST, SC), Sarah’S Creek Campground (Clayton, Ga) (Lakemont, GA), West Fork Campground (Clayton, Ga) (Lakemont, GA), Cassidy Bridge Primitive Camp (MOUNTAIN REST, SC).
Cell Phone Coverage at Willis Knob Horse Camp
Cell signal at Willis Knob Horse Camp (LAKEMONT, GA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Located in the northern Georgia mountains, far from civilization, Willis Knob Horse Campground is one of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests most beloved horse-lover hideaways. The campground features equestrian camping, riding and hiking trails and fishing in the nearby Chattooga River. The campground provides single, double and group campsites for tent and RV camping.
Verified facts
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 8 sites
Water and electric hookups available but only at select sites; plan accordingly
Bring maps or download trail info before arrival; posted signs help but maps are reportedly not the best
Official seasonal operations period
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Clayton, Georgia, take Warwoman Road east for about 12 miles. Turn right on Willis Knob Road (Forest Service Road 157) and continue for 2 miles to the campground on the left. The physical address for the horse campground is 1922 Willis Knob Road, Clayton, GA 30525
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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