West Dam
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About West Dam
West Dam is a national park campground at J. Strom Thurmond Lake in McCormick County, Georgia. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
West Dam is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.6/5 across 229 reviews.
Other campgrounds at J. Strom Thurmond Lake include Below Dam South Carolina, Clarks Hill, Lake Springs, Petersburg and Ridge Road.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 23 · 2024: 19
Location
Address
Appling, Georgia
Coordinates
33.6608, -82.1997
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 35 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Ridge Road
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Modoc
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West Dam FAQ
How far in advance should I book West Dam?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at West Dam?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at West Dam. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at West Dam right now?
West Dam is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is West Dam located?
West Dam is located in J. Strom Thurmond Lake, near Appling, Georgia.
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