FORTSON HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Pitch a Tent at Camp Robert Lewis — Primitive Nights and a Hike to Mulberry Creek Falls
A primitive tent-camping stay at Camp Robert Lewis in Fortson that pairs open-fire cooking and a nearby waterfall hike with basic bathroom and shower-house facilities.
Pitch a Tent at Camp Robert Lewis — Primitive Nights and a Hike to Mulberry Creek Falls.
Adventure brief
Pitch a Tent at Camp Robert Lewis — Primitive Nights and a Hike to Mulberry Creek Falls
Experience the great outdoors at Camp Robert Lewis: pitch your tent in a quiet, primitive campground, cook over an open fire and hike to the nearby Mulberry Creek Falls, while having access to a bathroom and shower house for basic creature comforts.
Experience a truly immersive outdoor adventure at Camp Robert Lewis in Fortson, Georgia with the Bring Your Tent experience. This private camping trip invites you to set up your own tent in a peaceful, primitive campsite surrounded by lush woodland. Spend your days hiking to the breathtaking Mulberry Creek Falls, where the sound of rushing water adds to the natural serenity. Evenings bring the opportunity to cook over an open fire, share stories, and unwind under the stars. While the setting is rustic, essential amenities such as a bathroom and shower house ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned camper, this trip combines adventure with convenience in a beautiful part of Georgia. The Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia provide a safe and well-maintained environment to enjoy nature’s quiet charm. Bring Your Tent offers a perfect escape from city life, where fresh air and natural beauty restore your spirit.
Route Schematic
Itinerary at a glance
Stops and moments to expect during a typical visit to Camp Robert Lewis.
Arrival & Check‑in
Arrive for check-in and settle into the primitive campground; check-in is at 3:00pm and check-out is at 11:00am.
Camp Setup & Campfire
Pitch your own tent on the primitive sites and prepare food cooked over an open fire.
Mulberry Creek Falls Hike
Take the nearby hike to Mulberry Creek Falls and return to camp to relax.
Facilities & Departure
Use the on-site bathroom and shower house as needed before packing up and checking out.
This is a primitive camping setting where participants are expected to pitch their own tents; group size is limited and operators may modify on-site plans to match capacity and conditions.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Primitive tent sites with essential facilities
Pitch your own tent in a secluded, primitive campground and rely on on-site bathroom and shower-house facilities for basic comfort while you sleep under the pines.
Hike to Mulberry Creek Falls
A short outing from camp leads to Mulberry Creek Falls — a nearby destination that forms the centerpiece of the property’s hiking options.
Open-fire cooking and simple rhythms
This program centers on classic back-to-basics camping: pitching tents, cooking over an open fire, and settling into a small-group rhythm at a site with room for up to 15 people.
What the day feels like
What the stay feels like
The stay is a compact, low-key immersion: arrive, stake out a tent site on the primitive campground, prepare meals over a campfire, and take a day hike to Mulberry Creek Falls before returning to the calm of the bathhouse and sleeping under the stars.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this stay suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
You must bring your own tent and the items needed to sleep and to cook over an open fire; the campsite is primitive but provides a bathroom and shower house for basic needs.
The property includes a bathroom and a shower house for campers to use during their stay.
Meals are prepared by campers over an open fire, so plan and pack accordingly for campfire cooking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need to bring a tent?
Yes — guests are expected to pitch their own tents at the primitive campground.
Are there showers and bathrooms on site?
Yes — the stay includes use of a bathroom and a shower house.
What is the total group capacity?
The site has a total capacity of 15 people.
When can I check in and when must I check out?
Check-in is at 3:00pm and check-out is at 11:00am.
Is there hiking from camp?
Yes — campers can hike to the nearby Mulberry Creek Falls.
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