Blakely, Georgia, captivates with Kolomoki Mounds, the largest prehistoric Native American site in the Southeast, where seven earthen mounds rise from pine forests. Five RV parks position you steps from these ancient wonders and Spring Creek's gentle flow. Camp here to hike trails, fish reservoirs, and savor peanut-fest small-town charm.
Blakely thrives on its peanut heritage; farmers harvest crops across Early County fields each fall. The annual Blakely Peanut Festival packs Courthouse Square with butter-finger contests, live music, and boiled-peanut stands in October. Hikers flock to Kolomoki Mounds State Park, seven miles north, for summit climbs and artifact exhibits. Downtown Main Street tempts with antique shops and diners like the Early Bird Cafe.
Kolomoki Mounds State Park Campground draws families with 30-amp and 50-amp sites, showers, and a playground; rates run $32 to $40 nightly. Camp Hicita Group Camp inside the historic park suits large groups at a flat $350 per night, complete with showers and full hookups. Nearby Kolomoki State Historical Park offers similar amenities for solo travelers or couples seeking quiet history. Coheelee Creek County Park provides waterfront spots for anglers targeting bass in the reservoir.
Blakely shines for Kolomoki Mounds State Park, the Southeast's largest prehistoric Native American complex with seven earthen mounds. This site draws history buffs to explore 2,000-year-old temple tops and village remnants. The town also celebrates its peanut farming roots at the October Peanut Festival on Courthouse Square, complete with contests and local eats.
Find five RV parks near Blakely: Kolomoki Mounds State Park Campground, Kolomoki State Historical Park, Camp Hicita Group Camp, Kolomoki Mounds State Park, and Coheelee Creek County Park. Most cluster seven miles north around the historic mounds with 30- and 50-amp hookups, showers, and playgrounds. Coheelee Creek provides county-run waterfront access 10 miles southwest.
Yes, most RV parks in Blakely allow pets on leashes. Kolomoki Mounds State Park Campground and Coheelee Creek County Park welcome dogs; check rules for breed limits and waste stations. Trails around the mounds offer pet-friendly walks through pine woods and creek banks.
