Cherokee
- Oct–May
- best months
- At 711 ft
Cherokee Campground offers a scenic camping experience in the heart of Georgia's Cherokee country, featuring tent and RV sites nestled in a natural woodland setting. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, the campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, making it an accessible option for spontaneous outdoor getaways. The location serves as an excellent base for exploring nearby hiking, fishing, and scenic drives through the North Georgia mountains.
Best time to go · Oct–May
Best time to visit Cherokee
Best months: October–May. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
58° / 33°
9 wet
Feb
61° / 36°
8 wet
Mar
69° / 41°
7 wet
Apr
77° / 49°
6 wet
May
83° / 58°
6 wet
Jun
88° / 66°
9 wet
Jul
91° / 69°
10 wet
Aug
90° / 69°
8 wet
Sep
86° / 63°
6 wet
Oct
78° / 52°
5 wet
Nov
68° / 41°
6 wet
Dec
60° / 36°
8 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Thomaston 4se, GA, 15.4 mi away at 620 ft. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
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