Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Pointes West Army Resort in Appling
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Appling, Columbia County, Georgia, US
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Comments (133)
The kids always enjoy the beach area and the large playground but this place has something for everyone! Its just absolutely beautiful and well worth the short drive.
Highly recommend if kayaking or camping is your interest. Its peaceful to relax by the lake listening to the sound of the water. Even at this time of year, the water was still warm so you can still have some fun.
My wife and I just completed a three day trip to Pointes West Army Resort this week and all I can say is the lake part of the resort is GREAT. The other side of the coin is that the staff is understaffed and underbudgeted. The grounds and facilities are I in disrepair, cottages need repair and more staff for keeping them clean. My hat is off to those trying too keep it going. If it was not for the boating facilities they could not make it. I am retired military and the rates were great, we did get a refund which was not expected.😊
We had requested and reserved a pull through when we arrived on site they had put us into a smaller back in area. Which was infested with black antsWe ended up having to buy insecticide in order to kill the ants that were getting into our RV Plus poisoning ants outside the gravel area in order to keep them out of it RV. We talked to one of the park personnel on the day shift about it and he said that they couldnt do anything about it and was pretty condescending about it.. when we arrived on site there was no mention of there being any problems with ants the personnel that worked there and you just to be a problem but did not mention it it would have been nice to have some sort of warning. The maintenance crews did a excellent job keeping the trash cans dumped and the bath houses, latrines clean. I would recommend if you use this place to carry you plenty of ant spray and also make them confirm that you have either a pull through or back in campsite.
Amazing and beautiful place. The staff are great. Over night security was really helpful. I love staying here.
Been coming here for 14 years ❤❤❤it. The cabins, the cottages, rental campers and the hotel are awesome! Not to mention the fishing opportunities and the awesome views of the lake simply mesmerizing!!!❤❤❤
I loved this place. Scenery is fantastic, I gave 3 stars only because I see some room for improvement. My Mom and I rented kayaks, it was a difficult endeavor. The boats were left laying on the shore overnight, and were very wet inside. The beach was good old Georgia red clay. So it was slick, and hard to navigate. It must have been a sight to see 2 woman wrestling and slipping and sinking in the mud!! I bet we scared all the fish out of the lake. A good layer of sand and gravel on the beach would make it do much nicer for everyone. Also having staff put the boats on the racks at the end of the day would y appreciated. The bath rooms were clean and well maintained. Over all I look forward to visiting again, and hope that my suggestions are implemented.
Great location for canning boating swimming and fishing!
One of the nicest MWR facilities we have been to.
This is a great place to rest, fish, relax... And it would have gotten 5 stars except for the cleanliness of our cabin, outside receptive didnt work at all, relevant for a charged fishing boat, the outside flood light didnt work and kitchen amenities were sparse. The decor was very nice, rustic, beds were clean and very comfortable. The outside deck and furniture was great however, not very clean, again. We will go again but next time, it will be inspected upon check-in.
Nice/beautiful facility. Some RV sites more spacious. Nice beach area. One guy in the office was pretty rude when we asked for information.
Whats not to like. Camping everywhere on lake front. From full RV hookups to tent campsites. Lots of amenities. All paid for by current and former service members. Funds come from revenue of the post exchange system & user fees. As a class we have found all campgrounds on or near military installations and those run by the Army Corps of Engineers as excellent.
Great place to take the family. Pretty good camper prices and the lots are really close to the water
Great play ground for the kids; very big with lot of options! Also, its surrounded by a fence which is awesome with the lake so near! Takes the worry away with having little ones! The beaches are very nice and had two life guards! Parking could be better by the pavilions you can rent but its not too bad parking in the grass.
Beautiful cabins. Park. Lake access.
Great place to camp (we camp with a travel trailer, I cant say how good it is or isnt to tent camp). Bathhouse is relatively clean, its reasonably priced, and being right on the lake, no matter where you camp, is pretty amazing. Great playground and prices on canoe rentals as well!
Great place to stay and swim. Canoes, kayaks, pontoons, john boats, etc for rent. Cabins for rent. Chalets for rent. Motel suites for rent. RV spots for rent. But you must plan 6 months in advance or hope to get lucky. They book up fast.
Wonderful place to primitive camp, RV camp, or just visit for a day trip.Their beach is beautiful, and usually pretty empty. The lifeguards (which I was one of at one point) are always vigilant.The cottage/RV/primitive camping is really affordable and staff is very attentive..Meant for military/veterans but is worth the drive if you want a quality camping experience with gorgeous views, right on the water.They rent out canoes, kayaks, and paddleboats which can make for a fun day trip.Also the beach has many pavilions for rent and many campgrounds, as well as parks for younger kids and group options for parties.They also have a beautiful venue right on the water which is perfect for weddings and receptions.As far as I know, the beach is open-season for military and non-military alike. Would highly recommend if you live in the Augusta area!
This place have a lot of fun activities for the whole family!
Was an awesome get away. There was more shore line to fish than you could ever fish in one day. The marina was very big and gated. Tons of cabins and cottages to rent as well as three different types of camp sites to choose from. There is a small amenities/food and beverage store on site as well as 2 bathhouses that we saw. The two boat ramps were very large, we would have had no issue launching our old 32 foot cabin cruiser. Lol
Great place to get away from the hustle and get in touch with nature. Camp sites are clean and comfortable. Bathrooms are very c!ean. As the Soldiers come through and police the area, they stack firewood from fallen trees limbs at campsites....a nice added feature. The lake is beautiful with several species, (crappie, bass, striper, etc.). Going to make this place an annual trip
Nice campground, full hookups, nice lake. Very low fees for military. Great cabins on the lake also. Plenty of activities, playgrounds, paddleboard, canoe and kayak rentals. Small laundromat (2 washers,2 dryers) plenty of room to walk/run. Bathrooms and/or portajohns everywhere.
Clean and safe. I only have had one unfortunate experience. Last Saturday while backing in my trailer a joker in a rental pontoon decided he would dock in front of my boat while I was backed in. I had to go around him and barely got the boat trailered. MWR rep just stood there, did nothing. What happened to the Army values?
I couldnt even take my luggage inside, afraid of taking bugs home, I had to go out and buy stuff to exterminate the room, I had to ask for it to be vacuumed, look like bugs and dust had been there since 1980, but to top it off the mattresses on the beds are discussing, looked like someone had surgery on the bed, lost lots of blood and then they cover with a plastic cover and rent out.The one star is for the outside, nice weather.
Throughly enjoyed the cabin and loved the area!
Great place to get away from the city and go relax. Make sure you don’t forget your military ID or you might have to turn back around to go get it lol. Caught a few good bass around the Marina. Also using the kayaks for free is awesome.
There are some good sites, however with the availability of better state parks in the area it is not my go-to place. Although it is cheaper. The bathrooms and shower houses are not kept as clean and the sites are not kept up as well as they are at mistletoe or elijah clarke. All I can speak for however, are the campsites as I have not used any of the cabins or hotel rooms.
Great place for family fun.
We really enjoy camping or going here even if its just for the day. Most of the time we are camping for days or weeks at the time. My only big suggestion is I wish they would have more for the kids during spring break or in the summer every so often like twice a year they have movie night which is nice and fun but maybe have that more often and maybe some kind of craft or something every so often like some of the other parks have different things throughout the year set up for mainly the children but it is a lot of fun and keeps the kids from just getting so bored so quickly or so often. They do have an amazing play ground there fairly new as well and I mean it is top of the line play ground too. But maybe have a pool put in like a few of the other parks around there have done. That would make this park probably the ultimate best park if they did that. Just a suggestion. Something to consider or think about in the future
Very nice quiet place early in the morning. Water feels good
I had the most wonderful wedding weekend at Points West!!! The staff was amazing as was the accommodations. I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding weekend!! Definitely recommend this facility for a wedding! And very reasonably priced!!
Very nice. Lovely view of the water, fire pit, outside dining. The upgrades were beautiful and rustic. I look forward to coming back.
Oh points west military resort.... I waited until the end of my time here at Fort Gordon to make this review. This resort made the PCS to Fort Gordon a paradise... It was because of this resort I bought a boat for the lake and went out on it every weekend with my wife and dog.. Points West was the outlet to the lake that I needed. Dropping anchor out there.. Drinking, listening to music, Fishing, swimming and camping out the night... We did that so many times.. The water on the lake is so fresh and warm during the summer. I made sure to take all of my family from out of town to points west.. That way they could get a good grasp of what its like to have such a haven near by. The prices to camp out there are extremely reasonable. (7 dollars a night if you have all ur equipment.) The site comes with breathtaking views, shoreline access, a fire pit and picnic tables. During the late hours it was like our own private area. We had music going as we huddled around the fire and spoke of funny stories. They let us bring our grill so we cooked ourselves an amazing dinner. Points West.. You are the reason I will miss Fort Gordon the most... I would be happy here because of this place. Im going to miss you so much. renting your kayaks for 5 dollars an hour was awesome. your boat ramps were always SO well taken care of. Thank you Points West. For being amazing. I have a short amount of time left at this location before the next PCS but I will still find a way to get out there at least a couple more times.
Amazing spot for a weekend camping trip, or even just a day trip to spend at the lake in the summer. Beautiful place. Military, vets, and family only, so its never really busy.
The CSRA Battalion of the US Naval Sea Cadets Corps (out of NOSC Augusta) camped for drill one weekend. The ropes course was phenomenal, facilities were great, campsite was on the water and shaded by trees, a great time was had by all!
Beautiful scenery a great place to take children
Since the conference center has turned into a wedding hall it has become difficult to rent a cabin, even during the middle of the week in the Fall. As those renting the Wedding Hall have priority regarding renting the cabins. I give you one star. as it wont let me give you a zero . Thanks
I really, really enjoyed my stay. And with covid among us I was unsure on how it would be. But it turn out to be a great Birthday Day weekend.
It was beautiful unpon arrival but theres no food served on the resort,the beach is a health hazard due to tons and tons of dog poop and worms in sand. and the shack at the beach was closed with no lifeguard onsite
Super cheap and super clean sites. RV Area 2 has open spaces. Area 3 is shaded but can be a bit tight for larger RVs.
Great place for camping, kayaking and canoeing. Nice boat ramp too. Staff is always helpful. Plenty of spots for primitive, semi-primitive, and RV camping.
It was Construction very near the Resort..Once we arrived it was great. We were allowed to check in early. Accommodations were great..Rather than Florida, or N.Y., this is fantastic
Amazing camping grounds right on the water! This place gets pretty crowded on the weekends it seems but still very nice place to chill by the lakeside and swim/canoe or fish.
Good beaches, reasonably priced cabins, good cabins and cottages. All around, a nice place to spend the weekend. The staff at the administration is always polite and helpful.
Has a lifeguard normally great place for the family. Has a volleyball net, playground and wonderful cabins.
Love the view, very nice and relaxing. Has a camping area, beach, lodging, playground for the kids and great fishing spots
Good rates for veterans and their families and children. And clean they take care of the park. Im proud to be a member. GOD BLESS AMERICA.
Our familys go to place to swim, ride bikes, and day camp.
Enjoy points west, how ever when i rented a spot the trash can was full and i askone of i guess he worked for you,if they could empty the trash can as it was full from the day before,the grass hadent been cut. but all in all we still enjoyd our stay.thank you jessie mcafee.
Nice quiet place during the week. Has a good small crowd on the weekend that likes to play volleyball must have military/gov Id to enter.
This is a hidden jewel outside of Augusta.
100.00 a night for motel that was dirty, dingy and no towels. Camper facilities are amazing much better rates as well.
Incredibly difficult to make a reservation. The online reservation has been offline for the last month or two and the clerks are not very helpful when calling. I was told theres a 6 month wait for reservations.
Great place to get away. fun for kids and adults. well kept
Great experience camping. Security came by to make sure everything was on the up and up and they even quieted some rowdy neighbors.
Great place very beautiful grounds. Would have given 5 or 6 if I could but beds are not the greatest
Great place to have fun
Great experience, great for family getaways. Unhook from the net and hitch yourself to the cabin for at least a week or more. Get back to basics.
GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE WHEN BOOKING RV SITES.I havent seen the campsites for RVs yets, so more to follow.
This is an awesome facility for soldiers and their families to spend quality time together. Very well maintained.
Nature at its Best! Beautiful Landscape, Deers Feeding, Birds Snging! Beautiful Lake!
Great, peaceful place to visit and camp or just enjoy a fire by the lake
Very nice and the most lovely place I have seen for military personnel and familys to get some RandR.
Awesome place with a friendly staff. Its a great place to spend the day/weekend with your family.
Excellent resort. Well looked after. Very clean.
A beautiful park. Lovely views everywhere. Some of the roads need to be repaired or graded.
Family friendly ❤️
Great place to relax and have fun. Bring people for a better experience.
Enjoyed play ground with our girl. Safe and super clean!🙂
Love coming here with my family. Peaceful, clean and fun!
A great place to hang out and relax at the beach.
Nice place to stay for fishing trip or to get away.
Great beach area, free to military, retirees, DoD civilians, and Contractors.
Great resort! Highly recommended for the Fort Gordon community.
Clean cottages, right on the water, the best sun and fun spot in the area.
Nice clean cabin with a good family atmosphere...
Great camp ground. Lake views!
We love camping here!!! Absolutely beautiful
Great views. Ant oroblems at campsites. Like crazy ants.
Went with family, great place, beautiful grounds!
It is my kind of place to camp cant beat it for Clark hill
A site outstanding service
Great boat ramp! Pay your dues.
Always love staying here. Camp 4 is the best
Im still there but its great.
Awesome place for a family reunion
Always a great place for vets!
Great camping and day visits
One of the best kept secrets for veterans in the CSRA!
Nice place for outdoor activities with family
Awesome place for military families!
Awesome views and beautiful lake!!!
Great place to stay. Clean, clean, clean.
Great military campground.
The best time ever. Love it!
Awesome place to get outdoors.
Very good place for relax.
Great pavilion!
Nice get away with your family and friends
We camp here all the time
Organized camping on a lake
Awesome, totally Awesome!!! The staff is awesome too!!!
Clean and well layed out
Very nice
Beautiful and very clean
Clean and well maintained.
My favorite home away from home!
Website has been down for three days
Clean and well maintained
Very good and clean
Great place to stay
Great place for family
Cheap and great location
I love this area.
Very beautiful!
Great family outing
Absolutely beautiful
Great park
Great amenities
Good place
Cheep camping
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Total reviews rating 4.6
133 Reviews for Pointes West Army Resort 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-14Ive been coming here since I was 7, 8 years old. Im now 62. This rest/resort area for the military has ALWAYS been excellent in every way possible, in my opinion. It has changed, but the changes (with the exception of the loss of Pine Camp) have all been good. I really do appreciate that it is for military, veterans, our dependants & our ilk - its always like being around family, and at home if youre a military person.The Marina is, I hear, excellent, and the fishing as good as it gets around much of the lake. Playgrounds are VERY nice & very modern in some of the areas. While the Beach area *used* to be all sand with a dock way off in the water, it is still nice, though the area underwater is silty clay rock. You might want to wear some shoes for wading, especially if youre a tenderfoot. (I am.) I am also a fan of the beach area, soooo . . .You can find a nice set of pavilions there, plus a somewhat limited concession, plus gobs of picnic tables. A great place to relax, celebrate, hold a quiet party (be respectful of other guests.) There USED to be changing rooms, but they appear to be gone; however, there are gender assigned bathrooms. PLENTY of trash cans, so hey! - use em. Its a nice place to be.Picnic areas and camping grounds abound, and they are all well serviced & taken care of. There is a large Conference Center which can also be rented for parties, official events, and WEDDINGS. :-D I know THAT because my daughter got married there! :-) It is very pretty with nicely groomed grounds, and very well taken care of.There are a lot more amenities, activities, rentals, etc. that we, the military personnel (and their dependants!) can use - a nice place to get AWAY from the pressures of military life, spousal deployment (especially if youve got kids! Like my mother did, LOL!) - or away from post for a break from military life around folks whove lived the life you have, if youve been in, or around, the military. A very relaxing & restful place - or one for excitement if youre into boating, fishing, camping & all that.
Review №2
2021-12-21Military only camp ground. Full hook up. Outstanding awesome camp ground. Open all year long. Office 7 days a week. 1000 hrs to 1755 hrs. Park Hosts as well as Security on grounds. Campers complain about ants and bugs. You have to remember that you are in there home, the woods. Trees are everywhere and that is what makes this place so awesome. Bring 🐜 spray with you. Simple solution 👌 😌 😉 👍. No matter where you go camping in any wooded campground, you will have ants.
Review №3
2021-11-14Pointes West was by far a GEM to find. It was quiet and peaceful and the sites were great. The water pressure was outstanding, the power and sewer in campsite 3 was great! Nice place to hike, run or go for bike rides. Although we did not fish, the water was right there and I am sure that would have added to the great time we had. The only downside that we could find, was no shower buildings close by, no cable TV and we could not stay longer. Other than that, we HIGHLY recommend this hidden gem of a campsite at a great nightly rate.
Review №4
2021-09-13Visited Pointes West Conference Center. Have booked them for a wedding and reception. Staff very helpful and friendly. Event center space is lovely, spacious and fully equipped for the wedding. I knocked one star off because the exterior of the building seemed a bit neglected. The flowerbeds were overgrown with grass, the hedges needed trimmed and the siding desperately needed power washed. The wedding is not for 8 months yet. Will be requesting a good spring cleaning before our event.
Review №5
2022-01-17We spent 5 nights at the 2R campsite and loved our entire stay. We didnt use the bathhouse but there was one there to use. Our whole experience was very positive from making our reservation to check in and check out. Staff was courteous and professional. We did not use any amenities but plan to return and do just that in the near future.
Review №6
2022-03-29We stopped at Pointes West for 2 nights. We were headed from the Panhandle in Fl to NC. What a great surprise! Absolutely wonderful place to get away from the city and enjoy nature. Beautifully kept resort. Nice place to bicycle, walk, kyak, fish and rent a boat. Only 29 miles from Agusta!
Review №7
2022-05-06The RV park was very nice most was near the water they also had great spots for fishing the only problem I had was the laundry area it really needed pressure washed on the outside there were spider webs and spider eggs every where other then that I would definitely come back
Review №8
2019-09-07We love to camp here beside the lake. Place is well maintained. Lots of trails to hike. The staff are friendly and courteous. Price is very reasonable. The beach is nice place to swim. They have shelter you can rent. Cabins and rv spots too. We kayak the lake even its already bit dark. Awesome. We had a blast camping here during the fall. Highly recommended.
Review №9
2019-05-29We celebrated my nieces graduation here, it was beautiful, we used one of the pavilions for her party, had camper sites and and tents. The motel has ADA accessible rooms. The staff were all very polite and courteous. I will happily visit again.
Review №10
2022-01-28The place itself is amazing! Cabins are clean and great place for the children to play and ride bikes. Customer service… not so much. Don’t call and try to book a cabin unless you want your head bit off.