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Founded in 1836 as a railroad terminus, Atlanta has grown into one of the most dynamic cities in the American South — a hub of civil rights history, world-class culture, and a food scene that punches well above its weight. With 74% of RV travelers saying local diners and dives are their favorite stops on the road, Atlanta delivers: from James Beard Award-winning comfort food to neighborhood taverns open since 1922. It's also the ideal launching pad for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park — one of the top national parks for RVers — just 180 miles north.
Average Cost to Rent an RV in Atlanta
Class A motorhomes are the largest and most luxurious option, with full kitchens, showers, and space for up to eight people, averaging around $185/night. Class C motorhomes balance spaciousness and comfort — a popular family option averaging around $179/night. Class B camper vans are the most compact and easiest to navigate in and around the city, averaging around $149/night. For towable options, 5th wheel trailers start at $70/night, travel trailers from $60/night, and popup trailers from $65/night.
How to Compare Atlanta RVs
Set your dates around the events. Dragon Con over Labor Day weekend brings 80,000+ visitors to downtown Atlanta — campgrounds within 30 miles fill up months in advance. Same goes for Music Midtown in September and the Atlanta Dogwood Festival in April. Check the event calendar before booking your RV or campsite.
Think about your base camp location. Atlanta is massive and traffic is brutal — choosing the wrong campground can add hours to your daily drives. Stone Mountain Park Campground puts you 16 miles east of downtown with easy access to the east side attractions. Atlanta South RV Resort works better if your focus is the southern suburbs. Atlanta Marietta RV Resort is ideal for Truist Park (Braves) and north Atlanta.
Plan your downtown days carefully. The Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, National Center for Civil and Human Rights, and Centennial Park are all within walking distance of each other — but none have RV parking. Park your rig at the campground and take MARTA's Gold or Red line into downtown. It's the single most practical move for RVers in Atlanta.
Size matters for traffic. I-285 (the Perimeter) and I-75/85 through the city are notoriously congested, especially during rush hour. If you're doing daily sightseeing, a Class B or smaller Class C is far easier to maneuver than a large Class A. Save the big rig for road trips out to the Smokies or Congaree.
Factor in mileage to the Smokies. If Great Smoky Mountains is on your itinerary, it's 180 miles from Atlanta — a full tank each way. Add mileage fees + fuel to your total cost estimate before booking.
RV Parks & Campgrounds Nearby
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort at Lanier Islands — a resort-style campground with full hookups, concrete pads, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, fire pits, and complimentary access to LandShark Landing beach. Boat excursions available on Lake Lanier.
Atlanta Marietta RV Resort — on the north side of the city with paved, full-hookup sites, patios, complimentary Wi-Fi, laundry, showers, and propane service.
Stone Mountain Park Campground — inside Stone Mountain Park, minutes from train rides, mini golf, and family attractions.
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Convenient Dump Stations
Atlanta has several reliable dump station options. I-20 rest areas have free 24/7 dump stations along the highway. Cabela's in Acworth is open Monday–Saturday 9 a.m.–9 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.–7 p.m. with fresh water available near the front door. Pilot Flying J near I-75 Exit 320 is open 24/7 with a restaurant and two RV fueling lanes. Atlanta Marietta RV Resort and Atlanta South RV Resort both offer dump access for registered guests free of charge, with a small fee for non-guests.
Pet Friendly RV Rentals in Atlanta
Atlanta is a great destination for pet owners, with dog-friendly trails at Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Island Ford Park, and Cascade Springs Nature Preserve throughout the city. RVshare lets you filter for pet-friendly rentals, and Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve is one of several nearby options that welcome pets.
Explore Atlanta Georgia in an RVshare RV Rental
From its civil rights landmarks and world-class museums to a food scene that's earned national recognition, Atlanta rewards every type of traveler — and an RV gives you the flexibility to experience it all. For more inspiration, check out RVshare's Atlanta travel guide.
History & Culture
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park — one of the most important historic sites in the country, encompassing Dr. King's birth home, Ebenezer Baptist Church, and the International World Peace Rose Gardens. Free admission; start at the Visitor Center for the "Children of Courage" exhibit. No RV parking nearby — rideshare or take MARTA from your campground.
Atlanta History Center — a world-class history museum with both permanent and traveling exhibits covering Atlanta and the American South. Parking available on site; check height restrictions for larger rigs.
National Center for Civil and Human Rights — a powerful and thought-provoking museum in Centennial Park. No RV parking nearby — use MARTA or rideshare from your campground.
Family & Entertainment
Georgia Aquarium — one of the largest aquariums in the world, with seven major galleries and more than 11 million gallons of water. Located in downtown Atlanta; no RV parking available — rideshare or MARTA recommended.
World of Coca-Cola — a uniquely Atlanta experience with interactive exhibits on the history of Coca-Cola and the chance to sample over 100 soda flavors. Adjacent to Centennial Park; no RV parking — rideshare from your campground.
Zoo Atlanta — home to animals from around the world including giant pandas and giraffes you can feed at Twiga Terrace. Paid parking available at the Cherokee Avenue lot ($3/hour, max $12/day) and the Grant Park Gateway facility on Boulevard. For RVers, the open-air Cherokee Avenue lot is the better option — rideshare from your campground if your rig is too large.
Outdoors & Nature
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area — 48 miles of river running through the city, with 7 miles of trails open for hiking and biking, plus rafting, kayaking, and fishing. Multiple access points with parking throughout.
Sweetwater Creek State Park — about 20 miles west of Atlanta with ruined mill ruins, waterfall views, and trails through dense forest. RV camping available on site.
Red Top Mountain State Park — 40 miles northwest on the shores of Lake Allatoona, with hiking, swimming, fishing, and boat rentals. Full RV hookups available at the campground.
Sports
Atlanta Falcons — NFL football at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Atlanta Braves — MLB baseball at Truist Park in Marietta, with RV-friendly tailgating options in the surrounding lots.
Atlanta Hawks — NBA basketball at State Farm Arena downtown.
Atlanta United FC — MLS soccer at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Atlanta Dream — WNBA basketball.
Explore Atlanta, GA
There are an incredible number of things to do in Atlanta. This region has many terrific parks to explore, like Island Ford Park. The views of the Chattahoochee River from the Island Ford Trail are stunning. Other hiking trails run through wildlife-filled woods. This park also has several caves to explore. Visitors can explore one of the oldest forests in Atlanta's city limits by going to Cascade Springs Nature Preserve. The park contains a waterfall, a historic pump house and an outdoor auditorium. A key battle during the Civil War occurred at this location.
While you can prepare meals in an RV, you may want to visit some local restaurants. Guests looking for a neighborhood bar vibe will wish to visit Atkins Park Restaurant and Bar. It is Atlanta's oldest continuously licensed tavern. They have been serving guests since opening in 1922. Find comfort food at Busy Bee Cafe in downtown Atlanta. This restaurant won a James Beard award in 2022 for its American classics. Guests have been dining at this restaurant since 1947. Campers looking for a terrific hamburger will want to go to George's Bar and Restaurant. They also serve hot dogs and other food and have many domestic and imported beers.
Atlanta has many attractions that are perfect for families. The Georgia Aquarium has seven major galleries with animals in more than 11 million gallons of water. From 2005 to 2012, it was the largest aquarium in the world, and it is still one of the largest. The Children's Museum of Atlanta covers 16,316 square feet. It is geared for children under nine. There are six major permanent galleries, each focusing on a different theme. In addition, the Morph Gallery features traveling exhibits. Each part of this museum encourages children to explore through hands-on exhibits. SkyView Atlanta is fun for the whole family. The Ferris wheel raises guests about 20 stories above Centennial Park in 42 private gondolas. This attraction stays open until after 10 p.m., making it perfect for an evening activity.
The Atlanta Botanical Gardens is a fabulous place to visit during the day or attend one of their special evening events. The garden, which will expand to over eight acres in 2024, has special days throughout the year, including events focusing on helping people start gardening, children's playtime and frog feeding. Staff at this venue often host special art sessions and exercise programs in the evening.
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Best National Parks Near Atlanta, GA
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is about 180 miles north of Atlanta. Using the Deep Creek entrance allows visitors to skip crowds often found near the park's main entrances. In addition, it brings guests near some of the park's waterfalls, including Juney Whank Falls. Visitors to the park can explore over 850 miles of hiking trails and over 2,900 miles of streams. There are 10 developed campgrounds. Visitors may see 65 species of mammals, over 200 varieties of birds, 67 native fish species, and more than 80 types of reptiles and amphibians.
Congaree National Park is about 235 miles east of Atlanta. It protects the largest tract of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the United States. There are over 25 miles of hiking trails at this park. In addition, visitors can follow a 2.5-mile-long boardwalk to see some of the park's tallest trees as they head to see Weston Lake. Many people come here to paddle on Cedar Creek.
Popular State Parks Near Atlanta, GA
Lake Allatoona covers over 12,000 surface acres, and Red Top Mountain State Park is on its shores. People often waterski, swim and fish in the lake. Boats are available to rent at the nearby marina. The park has two boat ramps and three boat docks. This park has over 15 miles of hiking trails. An 1860s homestead behind the park's office is accessible by following a paved path. This park has nine picnic shelters, with the largest accommodating 250 people. This park is about 40 miles northwest of Atlanta.
Chattahoochee Bend State Park, covering more than 2,910 acres, is one of the largest state parks in Georgia. This park contains wooded areas and part of the Chattahoochee River. Visitors can observe both from the observation deck. This park has 4.3 miles of biking trails, 12 miles of hiking trails, a boat launch for kayaks and canoes and two picnic shelters. This park is about 55 miles southwest of Atlanta.
High Falls State Park has one of the tallest waterfalls south of Atlanta, which is about 50 miles away. This park has two boat ramps for launching vessels onto the Macon River. Boats are available to rent. This park also has a seasonal swimming pool, miniature golf course and six picnic shelters.
Must-see Monuments and Landmarks Near Atlanta, GA
Atlanta's Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park explores this leader's life. Visitors will want to consider starting a visit at the Visitors Center to learn more about this leader's life. A special exhibit called "Children of Courage" is perfect for introducing children to the story. Outside the center, the D.R.E.A.M. Garden hosts special events throughout the year. The D.R.E.A.M. Gallery explores the relationship between Dr. King Jr. and President Carter. The park is also home to Dr. King Jr.'s birth house. Ebenezer Church is also located in this park. The park is also home to the International World Peace Rose Gardens and the Behold Monument.
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area has 7 miles of trails. Most of them are open for biking and hiking. Over 48 miles of the river runs through this recreation area, and it is open for rafts, canoes, kayaks and motorboats during daylight hours. Anglers often catch trout, bass and catfish in the river.
The Appalachian Trail runs through Georgia. Hikers intending to hike the trail going north start at Springer Mountain, about 80 miles north of Atlanta. Over 78 miles of the trail runs through the Chattahoochee National Forest.
RVshare’s Top Picks for Nearby RV Parks & Campgrounds
There are many terrific campgrounds in Atlanta. Campers looking for a resort-style campground will want to consider Camp Margaritaville RV Resort at Lanier Islands. Each full-hookup site has a level concrete or gravel pad, free Wi-Fi, complimentary cable TV, a fire pit and a picnic table. Guests get free access to LandShark Landing, which has a beach. They also get discounted tickets to this resort's snow tubing and water park. This campground has a restaurant and offers boat excursions on Lake Lanier.
Campers looking for a more laid-back campground should consider Scenic Mountain RV Park. This campground is spread across 112 acres. They have 92 full hook-up camping sites, a bathhouse, coin laundry, three pavilions and a swimming pool with a whirlpool. They also have a fenced dog run, pavilion, nature hiking trails and six fishing ponds.
Another terrific option is Atlanta Marietta RV Resort. Each of their full-hookup sites comes with a paved pad and a patio. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available at each site. They have a laundry, shower house and propane service.
There are many RV dump stations in Atlanta. There is one at many Interstate 20 rest areas. These dump stations are available around the clock and are free.
Another one is at Cabela's in Ackworth. This inexpensive option is available when the store is open. Fresh water is available by the front door.
A third option is available at the Pilot J Travel Center near I-75 Exit 320. This facility has a restaurant and two lanes for fueling RVs.
RV Rentals Near Atlanta, GA
At RVshare, you will find the perfect RV rental for an Atlanta, Georgia, vacation. People with small families and couples may consider a Class B campervan. Those wanting lots of amenities and room to spread out will want to consider Class A motorhomes. The wide variety of Class C options makes them an excellent alternative for many people. You can also find a vast array of perfect travel trailers if you want to leave your sleeping quarters in a campground. Renting an RV allows you to reconnect with nature at state parks, preserves and refuges, like Sweetwater Creek State Park, Blue Heron Nature Preserve or Elwyn John Wildlife Sanctuary. When renting an RV from RVshare, you can stay in five-star camping resorts like Sweetwater Creek RV Reserve, Atlanta South RV Resort and Atlanta North KOA Inc.
Camping allows you to explore and do many things in Atlanta. Hikers will love exploring Island Ford Park, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Cascade Springs Nature Preserve. There are many Atlanta museums to explore, including the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, the Atlanta History Center, the College Football Hall of Fame and the High Museum of Art.
Drivable RVs are the most popular choice in Atlanta. Renters can choose between large Class A units sleeping up to 10 adults. Others opt for Class B campervans, ideal for an urban vacation as drivers can easily scoot through city traffic. There are many choices in Class C motorhomes. They are usually smaller than Class A motorhomes and have fewer amenities. You can also rent various trailers, including options with extra space for ATVs and wave runners.
Frequently Asked Questions About Renting an RV Near Atlanta, GA
How much does it cost to rent an RV in Atlanta?Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Atlanta, GA, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Atlanta?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Atlanta from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Atlanta?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.