For several months, concerned citizens in the Sandy Creek area of Lake Martin have come before the Tallapoosa County Commission voicing their opinions on the proposed Camp Margaritaville development that may be constructed just off Young’s Ferry Road in Dadeville.
Acreage marked in red is the proposed site of Camp Margaritaville near Young's Ferry Road in Dadeville.
Submitted / TPI
Camp Margaritaville is a franchised upscale RV park that often includes other amenities such as restaurants and water parks.
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