Georgia · Camping

Montgomery Creek

Mar–May, Aug–Nov
best months

Caution today

Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good · USFS, OpenWeather · checked 11 h ago

Is Montgomery Creek open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. It doesn't name Montgomery Creek, so check the source for the area it covers (4 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • At 1,888 ft
  • Blue Ridge Ranger DistrictChattahoochee-Oconee National Forests

Montgomery Creek Campground offers 70 sites nestled in the Georgia national forest landscape, providing a well-established base for outdoor enthusiasts. Operated by the U.S. Forest Service, this campground welcomes both reserved and first-come, first-served visitors seeking access to forest recreation. The setting suits hikers, anglers, and nature lovers looking to explore Georgia's woodlands and waterways.

Local outfitters

Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.

  • Best time to go · Mar–May, Aug–Nov

    Best time to visit Montgomery Creek

    Best months: March–May and August–November. 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.

    1. Jan

      49° / 25°

      12 wet

    2. Feb

      53° / 28°

      12 wet

    3. Mar

      60° / 34°

      12 wet

    4. Apr

      69° / 41°

      11 wet

    5. May

      76° / 50°

      12 wet

    6. Jun

      82° / 58°

      13 wet

    7. Jul

      85° / 62°

      13 wet

    8. Aug

      84° / 61°

      12 wet

    9. Sep

      80° / 55°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      70° / 43°

      10 wet

    11. Nov

      61° / 33°

      10 wet

    12. Dec

      52° / 29°

      12 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Blairsville Exp Stn, GA, 18.9 mi away at 1,949 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

    Closures we've recorded since August 2026

    • Spring 2026 Forest-wide Fire Restrictions

      Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests · Order dated April 23, 2026; seen Aug 23, 2026 → lifted Oct 13, 2026 · Forest Service

Facts about this campground

Rules & access

Fee
No fee

Source: USDA Forest Service recreation sites (EDW)

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