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John Tanner Park Campground

We have stayed at the John Tanner Park Campground several times. John Tanner is located in Carrollton, Georgia, about 45 minutes west of downtown Atlanta.

Amenities at John Tanner Park Campground

There are several things to do at John Tanner. A large lake with a beach area for swimming sits in the middle of the park. The lake is an excellent location for fishing. The park has pavilions, jon boats, and paddle boats for rent. There is also a miniature golf course at John Tanner Park.

Favorite Sites at John Tanner Park Campground

Sites 7 and 27 are our favorite sites in the campground. These are both large back-in sites that have a little more privacy than the sites in the center of the campground. The sites are shaded and have plenty of room to set up games such as cornhole. As a whole, we like the sites around the edge of the campground more than those in the center due to how close some of the sites in the center of the campground are to each other.

Site 27 is one of the longest sites that we have ever seen.

Description of John Tanner Park Campground

John Tanner Park was part of the Georgia State Park System but is now operated by the county. The campground is compact, and all the campsites are laid out in rows. Trees throughout the campground provide shade and a creek runs behind sites 27-32.

Hookups at John Tanner Park Campground

John Tanner has electric and water hookups at each campsite.

Discounts at John Tanner Park Campground

The park does not participate in any discount programs.

Tips for Staying at John Tanner Park Campground

John Tanner reservations are not site-specific. You can make advance reservations, but you cannot reserve a specific site. Once you arrive at the park and check in, you can choose the site you like from those available.

Things To Do Near John Tanner Park Campground

If you love adventure, you should visit Banning Mills, less than 30 minutes away. Banning Mills has the world’s longest canopy zipline tour and the world’s highest rock climbing wall. Both are certified by the Guinness Book of World Records. In addition to these attractions, you can go kayaking, horseback riding, hike the nature trails, or rent an Eco-spider ATV.

John Tanner is an excellent place to ride bikes as well. We bring our electric bikes (read our article on electric bikes) and ride them throughout the park.

Favorite Restaurants Near John Tanner Park Campground

There are a lot of excellent restaurants in the area. It is a short drive to downtown Carrollton. Carrollton is a college town with a wide variety of restaurants.

The Little Hawaiian has delicious seafood and is consistently rated as one of the top restaurants in the area.

If you want some barbeque, Sams House serves it up in a delicious Memphis style. For good country barbeque, you can drive to Temple and eat till you are full at Jones Barbeque.

The Brown Dog Eatery has a very eclectic menu that features traditional Southern fare with a twist.

If you want a steak, take the scenic drive to Cave Spring and eat at Linde Marie’s Steakhouse on the Square. It is about a 50-minute drive but worth it for one of the best steaks you will ever eat.

John Tanner Park is our favorite campground west of Atlanta. It is the perfect campground for a quick weekend getaway. We hope you enjoy your stay!

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