Pocket Campground

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Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Fees: $15/site/night Season: April to October 31 Reservations: The Pocket campground has transitioned to reservation only. Reservations are being accepted at Recreation.gov for the 2025 camping season. Same day reservations are accepted. Toll free number for… Overview The Pocket Recreation Area is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in the ridges and valleys of northwest Georgia. The campground sits in a low lying geographical area between Horn and Mill mountains. This low lying area was formed by limestone dissolving, leaving the ridges above and valleys below. These ridges are rich in iron ore "pockets" giving this area its name. Deer and turkeys thrive in the surrounding forest. Spring wildflowers and autumn colors abound, showcasing the beauty of the region. Nearby trails and overlooks allow visitors to enjoy the National Forest from different perspectives. The Pocket area is rich in cultural and historical history. In the mid-1800s until the Great Depression in the 1930s, this area consisted of two communities, Pocket and Zone. These communities consisted of farms, churches, home places, a grist mill, a saw mill,… Getting there: From I-75, take exit 320 (LaFayette/Resaca) west on Georgia Highway 136 for approximately 14 miles. Turn left onto Pocket Road for approximately 7 miles. The recreation area will be on the left. Rules: Campsites are for 1 family or 5 adults. Site must be occupied first night of stay. Maximum two vehicles per campsite. 14-day limit. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Alcohol is prohibited in the entire Pocket Recreation Area. RV maximum length 28 feet. Phone: 706-695-6736 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10296890 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Gary Fleet, U.S. Forest Service