Tucked up the Little River arm of J. Strom Thurmond Lake, this Army Corps campground sits on a wooded peninsula away from the main lake's boat traffic. The 80-site facility operates seasonally from late March through September, with most sites offering direct water access and electric hookups. Large RVs up to 65 feet can navigate the campground roads and utilize the pull-through sites.
"Love how it was super private compared to the many other campgrounds I've been to," notes Tanya S. about the spacing between sites. The forested setting provides natural screening, while waterfront sites feature retaining walls that create a defined edge to the lake. Several reviewers mention the spacious layout, with sites including fire rings, grills, picnic tables, and prep tables.
Kayaking and fishing draw many visitors to the protected cove location. The Little River setting means calmer waters compared to the main body of the 70,000-acre lake, making it suitable for paddling and swimming directly from campsites. A boat ramp provides access for larger watercraft, while a beach area and playground serve families. The campground includes flush toilets, showers, and a dump station.
Reservations are available for the $32 nightly rate, and reviewers suggest booking waterfront sites early. Thomas recommends bringing "a step ladder" for easier water access from the retaining walls. The location near Mistletoe State Park Campground provides additional hiking opportunities. Campers exploring the region can find places to camp around Appling for alternative options.
Description
Overview
Winfield Campground is located on the Little River portion of the J. Strom Thurmond Lake, near Mistletoe State Park. Camping at Winfield is ripe with many different opportunities for relaxation, skill-building, family bonding, and nature appreciation. The 70,000 acre lake and 1,000+ miles of shoreline are prime for activities that facilitate such opportunities such as boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, and bird watching, and so much more of course!
Recreation
Thurmond Lake provides some of the best fishing, hunting, and water sports in the southeastern United States. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, bream, crappie, catfish and striped bass. The large lake offers great conditions for exciting activities such as boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing and swimming. Mistletoe State Park is nearby and offers hiking trails, a nature center, and wildlife viewing to further expand recreational opportunities and experiences. When recreating at Thurmond Lake, we hope to give our visitors opportunities to bond, appreciate nature, relive stress, improve skills, and improve physical fitness.
Facilities
Winfield Campground has many facilities that every camper can enjoy which include 80 sites with water and electric hook ups. The gatehouse has friendly Gate Attendants with information about the campground, and local area. There are two bathhouses that have flush toilets and showers, and a pit toilet. Access to the boat ramp and courtesy dock are for registered campers only making your water adventure moments away! For the little campers, there is a playground near the designated swimming beach. For camper convenience, a new dump station and dumpsters are located in the campground.
Natural Features
Water/ Land: Winfield Campground is on the shoreline of the J Strom Thurmond lake that is over 70,000 acres, and surrounded with a mix of pine and hardwood trees which offer shade and visual interest. Wildlife: Wildlife is abundant around the lake. Visitors regularly see southern bald eagles, migratory waterfowl, neo-tropical birds, wild turkeys and whitetail deer. Weather/ Climate: Average temperatures during the camping season starts out at 76 degrees Fahrenheit and peaks in July at 90 degrees Fahrenheit. May receives the least amount of rainfall on average, but increased rainfall for June, July, and August.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous parks and recreation areas lie around Thurmond Lake, providing additional settings for outdoor activities such as, boating, swimming, hunting, and hiking. There are many USACE managed day-use areas, trailheads, and the dam to explore. Mistletoe State Park is the closest attraction with many activities available. Nearby cities house museums, art galleries, zoos, restaurants, and shopping areas.
Fee Info
All payments and fees will occur through recreation.gov or the on-site Gate Attendant.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundWinfield - J Strom Thurmond Lake is located in Georgia
Directions
7701 Winfield Rd Appling, GA 30802 From I-20, take Exit 175 (HWY 150) north 7 miles to campground sign. Turn left onto Mistletoe Road, go 2 miles and turn left onto Winfield Road. Campground is at the end of the road.
Address
7701 WINFIELD ROAD
Appling, GA 30802
Coordinates
33.6519444 N
82.4219444 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/3/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/3/26
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/3/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
