Willis Knob Campground
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Willis Knob Campground Directions: From Clayton, go east on Warwoman Road for 11.6 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 157, camping area is about 2 miles on the left. Activity Overview Located in the north Georgia mountains and far from civilization, this area offers camping for horseback riders, riding and hiking trails, and fishing in the nearby Chattooga River. This horse camp provides two camping loops with eight camp sites and a total of 20 horse stalls. Other Opportunities Hiking and horseback riding along the 12.5-mile Rocky Gap Trail and the 15-mile Willis Knob Trail is popular among visitors. Trails nearby open to hiking only are the 10.7-mile Chattooga River Trail and the 37-mile Bartram Trail. Fishing along the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River and in Warwoman Creek is also popular. Check State regulations before fishing. Clayton, Tallulah Falls, Dillard, and Mountain City are nearby. Also nearby are Warwoman Dell Picnic Area, Lake Rabun and the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River, the Southern Nantahala Wilderness, Ellicott Rock Wilderness and the Appalachian Trail. Closest recreation area with camping is Rabun Beach. Located on the South Carolina side of the Chattooga River is the Whetstone Base Camp. Site Amenities: Warwoman Road is paved, but Forest Road 157 and campground loops are gravel. The lower loop offers one double-unit site and three single-unit sites; the upper loop has one double-unit site and one single-unit site. There are also toilet facilities, drinking water, group campfire areas, and a spring-fed watering trough. Campsites are equipped with a cooking grill, picnic table and lantern post. Restrooms are accessible to people with disabilities and you can expect a moderate level of accessibility at the other facilities at the site. Requirements: Reservations are required and applicable fees must be received at least 10 days in advance. Recommended Seasons: Any time of year. For More Information Contact USDA Forest Service Tallulah Ranger District: (706) 782-3320.
