The Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Department used the off-season and about $1 million for improvements to the 109-acre campground which has 110 campsites. The improvements were paid for by the $100 million Parks, Recreation and Green
Space Bond approved by voters in February 2008.
"Improvements were made to allow more adequate space for today's larger recreational vehicles," Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Tommy Bruce said. "The pads have been expanded in order to provide space to allow campers to enjoy the full use of their awnings. We are looking forward to hearing how campers enjoy these improvements."
Tent campers will find that power hookups and water were added to campsites that were previously without power or water. A portion of the campground property near the campsites has been turned into a grassy play area and the campground's shoreline has undergone a restoration.
Parks and Recreation Director Jerry Kinsey said the changes would not have been possible without the support of county voters.
"Shady Grove Campground has received wonderful updates and improvements that we anticipate will help make this an even more popular destination for Lake Lanier campers," he said.
The campground includes a beach and swim area, boat ramp, group campsites with picnic shelters, campsites with water and power hookups, a playground and more.
Shady Grove Campground is located at 7800 Shadburn Ferry Road in Cumming.
Daily fees for campground use:
30 amp electric site with water $26
50 amp electric site with water $28
Tent camping site with no hookups $18
Group camping (north) $155
Group camping (south) $135
Visitor fee $2
Dump station $15
For more information about the campground, visit the Parks and Recreation Department
page at www.forsythco.com.
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