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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10203811
When Dockery Lake Recreation Area reopens
Dockery Lake Recreation Area's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
31
Openings · last 90 days
46
Only 46 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 11 monitored sites
Of the 1,023 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 861 open for online reservation · 162 reserved.
Where the open windows are
15.8% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 861 of 1,023 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online15.8%
Open site-nights861 / 1,023
Reserved (of online inventory)162 / 1,023
Weekday openings551
Weekend openings310
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 551 fall on weekdays and 310 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027December holds the most room. 325 of 341 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 11 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 8 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 8 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 8 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 10 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 11 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 11 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 0 | None open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: 7 sites are available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 10 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: no site is currently available for the complete two-night stay. Friday has no online availability; individual Thursday night remains open. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| Site 8 | 86 |
| Site 6 | 84 |
| Site 4 | 83 |
| Site 10 | 82 |
| Site 2 | 82 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Nov 2
Next open weekendSat · Nov 14
The next bookable night is Nov 2; the first open weekend starts Nov 14. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
861 open site-nights across 11 sites at Dockery Lake Recreation Area, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 76 2-night, 73 3-night, 35 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Nov 2 at site Site 10.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 55 ft. 11 sites take 25 ft, 11 sites take 35 ft, 8 sites take 40 ft.
All 11 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 8 | 35 ft | None | 86 | 48 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 14, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18 +74 more |
| Site 6 | 40 ft | None | 84 | 40 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18 +72 more |
| Site 4 | 45 ft | None | 83 | 40 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18 +71 more |
| Site 10 | 40 ft | None | 82 | 40 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17 +70 more |
| Site 2 | 38 ft | None | 82 | 22 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18 +70 more |
| 1 | 35 ft | None | 79 | 33 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18 +67 more |
| Site 11 | 43 ft | None | 78 | 47 nights | Nov 2, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 20 +66 more |
| Site 3(lake site) | 55 ft | None | 77 | 26 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 22 +65 more |
| Site 5(lake site) | 55 ft | None | 75 | 26 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18 +63 more |
| Site 9(lake site) | 42 ft | None | 71 | 26 nights | Nov 2, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 25 +59 more |
| Site 7(lake site) | 43 ft | None | 64 | 19 nights | Nov 2, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 22, Nov 23 +52 more |
About Dockery Lake Recreation Area
Overview
Dockery Lake Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located approximately 2 hours North of Atlanta in the North Georgia mountains of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Dockery Lake is nestled deep within the mountains 12 miles north of Dahlonega, GA. Dockery Lake Recreation Area offers camping, picnicking and fishing for all ages. Dockery Lake Campground is small and located right along the banks of Dockery Lake. The campground is situated under a dense forest of deciduous and evergreen trees which brings plenty of shade in the summer time. 11 campsites are neatly arranged within close proximity to the Lake and the Day Use area (no fee). The climate here is fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it is a wonderful place to relax and experience each of these throughout the year. North Georgia is a playground for wildlife watchers. An abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear and, small furbearers can be seen as well as bird watching. If you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, come to Dockery Lake Recreation Area.
Recreation
Day Hiking:
Lakeshore Trail - 0.5 mile easy loop around lake.
Dockery Lake Trail( LEADS FROM DAY USE AREA) - 3.5 miles leads to the Appalachian Trail in Miller Gap.
Other trails within a 30 minute drive:
The Appalachian Trail cross Hwy 60 at Woody Gap,
The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses Hwy. 60 in two places, approximately 12 miles north.
Dockery Lake - Carry Down Electric Motors Only
Facilities
There are no water or electric hook-ups or dump station available in the campground. 1 flush facility in the campground and 1 vault toilet in the day use area. Standard Amenities (i.e. grill, picnic tables, lantern post, etc) Flush facilty and drinking water is only available from 4/1 through 10/31.
Natural Features
Dockery Lake campground and day-use area is constructed next to a small pond. The area, operated by the U.S. Forest Service of the Blue Ridge Ranger Disctict in the Chattahoochee National Forest, is nestled among the Cedar Ridge range of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Situated on a small tributary to Waters Creek, Dockery Lake is a 6-acre (24,000 m2) man-made lake stocked with trout. During the Month of October, North Georgia’s trees put on a vibrant show. Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges and yellows which makes the camping atmosphere amazing. Thousands make the yearly trek into the mountains near Dockery Lake for a front row seat.
Nearby Attractions
Dockery Lake Recreation Area is about thirty minutes north of Dahlonega, Georgia off GA Highway 60. Just a short drive down the highway is Woody Gap Recreation Area, Chestatee Overlook, or Deep Hole Recreation Area. About fifteen minutes away is Dicks Creek Recreation Area. Nearby water falls to visit are are Dicks Creek Falls, Helton Creek Falls, Dukes Creeks Falls, Long Creek Falls, Fall Branch Falls, and Raven Cliffs Falls. If you turn down Rock Creek Road (FSR 69) you can find the Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery, Frank Gross Recreation Area, and access to the Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area. Also nearby, within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, the Brasstown Bald Recreation Area & Visitor Center is a great place to visit. It is the highest point in Georgia, and rises to 4,784 feet above sea level with a 360 degree view of four states.
Towns within a short drive are Blairsville, Helen, Blue Ridge, and Dahlonega, GA.
11 monitored sitesRVs up to 55 ftNo hookups11 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 5
Getting there
Directions From Blairsville, GA take U.S. 19/129 south for 10.0 miles, turn right on GA Hwy 180. Go approximately 11.0 miles. Turn left on GA Highway 60, go 4.0 miles to Forest Service Road 654 on the left. Turn left, go 1.0 mile to campground. From Dahlonega, GA take GA Highway 60 north approximately 13 miles to Forest Service Road 654 on the right. Turn right, go 1.0 mile to campground.
Dockery Lake Recreation Area, Dahlonega, GA 30533706-745-6928
CampingCanoeingDay Use AreaFishingHikingPicnickingWater Access
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Dockery Lake Recreation Area?
Reservations for Dockery Lake Recreation Area are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 861 of 1,023 tracked site-nights are open (84.2%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 46 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Dockery Lake Recreation Area?
Campsite Sniper detected 46 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Dockery Lake Recreation Area?
73 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Nov 2 at site Site 10. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Dockery Lake Recreation Area fit a 35-foot RV?
11 of the 11 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 55 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Dockery Lake Recreation Area?
December 2026, with 325 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 341.
When is the next open date at Dockery Lake Recreation Area?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Nov 2 and the next open weekend starts Sat, Nov 14. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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