Georgia · Camping

Nimblewill Dispersed Area

Mar–Nov
best months

Is Nimblewill Dispersed Area open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. It doesn't name Nimblewill Dispersed Area, 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 1,993 ft
  • Blue Ridge Ranger DistrictChattahoochee-Oconee National Forests

Nimblewill Dispersed Area offers 50 dispersed camping sites managed by the U.S. Forest Service, providing a rustic, first-come, first-served camping experience in Georgia's natural landscape. This dispersed camping area is ideal for visitors seeking a quieter alternative to developed campgrounds while enjoying access to forest recreation. The setting suits hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those looking to explore the surrounding national forest lands with minimal amenities and maximum solitude.

Local outfitters

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

  • Best time to go · Mar–Nov

    Best time to visit Nimblewill Dispersed Area

    Best months: March–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

      48° / 31°

      10 wet · 1 snow

    2. Feb

      52° / 34°

      9 wet

    3. Mar

      60° / 40°

      10 wet

    4. Apr

      68° / 47°

      9 wet

    5. May

      75° / 55°

      9 wet

    6. Jun

      82° / 63°

      10 wet

    7. Jul

      85° / 67°

      11 wet

    8. Aug

      84° / 66°

      9 wet

    9. Sep

      79° / 61°

      8 wet

    10. Oct

      69° / 50°

      8 wet

    11. Nov

      59° / 40°

      8 wet

    12. Dec

      51° / 35°

      10 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Jasper 1 Nnw, GA, 16.7 mi away at 1,465 ft. The station sits about 500 ft lower than this place, so expect it a little cooler here. 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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