Georgia State Parks
Black Bear in Stephen C. Foster State
Park
Amicalola Falls State Park
Do you love to watch waterfalls? Then head north toward
Amicalola Falls, home of the highest falls in Georgia. The
falls have multiple cascades which fall for 729 feet. Although
beautiful no matter the season, for the best view of the
Falls, go during the winter, when the tree coverage is sparse,
and the view of the Falls is unobstructed. The park has
picnic areas, tent and RV campsites, and cottages as well
as a 57 room lodge within its 500 acres. While visiting
Amicalola, you can also take time for hiking, fishing, boating,
canoeing, or rafting. If you get a rush riding the rapids,
then you don't want to miss the opportunity to go rafting
at Amicalola, which rafting enthusiast have touted as one
of the best in Georgia.
418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Road
Dawsonville, Georgia, 30534
404-205-2885
Unicoi State Park
Just 2 miles northeast of Helen, Georgia on GA 356, is Unicoi
State Park. At Unicoi, you will find cottages and campsites,
a 53 acre lake with 2 beaches, a lodge with a conference
center that has space for 200, and a restaurant. Also at the
lodge is a craft shop, which features a large selection
of authentic Appalachian handcrafts. There are many informative
programs offered throughout the year that feature information
on the cultural, historical and recreational aspects of
the park. There are hiking trails as well as biking trails
that lead you throughout the park as well as into Helen,
Georgia. During the month of February there is a Fireside
Arts and Crafts Show in the lodge which showcases regional
works.
P.O. Box 849
Helen, Georgia, 30545
(706) 878-2201
Vogel State Park
Vogel State Park in Blairsville is surrounded by the Chattahoochee
River with its many scenic views and the tallest mountains
in Georgia. Vogel State Park, Georgia's second oldest state
park is at the base of Blood Mountain in the Chattahoochee
River National Forest. The Civilian Conservation Corps
designed the park and the main building in the park has
a museum dedicated to the CCC. The focal point of the park
is the 20 acres Lake Trahlyta, named for a Cherokee maiden
buried in the park.
There are 100 campsites available at Vogel, so it is recommended
that you make advanced reservations to ensure your place.
While visiting Vogel State Park, be sure to bring along
your canoe and fishing equipment. Other outdoor activities
include beaches, picnic areas and some of the best hiking
trails in the state.
7485 Vogel State Park Road
Blairsville, GA 30512
Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park (706) 745-2628
Stephen C. Foster State Park
Camping, canoeing, walking trails, and interpretive programs-if
you love getting back to nature, then you want to be sure
the Stephen C. Foster State Park is on your travel itinerary.
The park is on the west side of the Okefenoekee Swamp, near
Fargo, Georgia. You can bring your own canoe, or rent one,
and before you know it, you will be seeing large bald cypress
trees and swamp animal life. Depending on the direction
you paddle, you can reach Minnie's Lake, the Suwannee River
Sill or Billy's Sill.
 While
at the park, you can choose guided motor boat tours, rental
boats, or outboard motors. Or, you may wish to reserve a
place to camp on one of the swamps camping docks or the
parks campgrounds. And, while pets are not excluded, should
you bring yours along be sure they are always secured on
a leash not exceeding 6 feet. Remember-the swamp is home
to alligators, and gators love dogs! They also love stupid people so swimming is probably a bad idea.
The Park also has picnic areas, rental cabins,
boat facilities, and a small store which carries a limited
amount of supplies.
Rt. 1 Fargo GA
912-637-5274
Open: 6:30am to 8:30pm daily from March 1-Labor Day
7-7 daily Labor Day to February 28
Reservations advisable for cabins, and campsites
Crooked River State Park
Located just 11 miles from Cumberland Island National Seashore
is Crooked River State Park. The park is the perfect place
for you, if your plans include visiting Cumberland. Here
you can spend a day hiking its nature trails, where you
may see a raccoon, a fox squirrel or even an armadillo.
Should you trek the ½ mile long Semperviren's Nature
Trail you can view first hand a sub-tropical, broadleaf
forest. While enjoying a picnic lunch, you may even see
an osprey or a red tailed hawk.
Do you love to fish? Then pack your gear and head this
way! The Crooked River has a dock and from there you can
cast a shrimp net, crab or fish. Or, bring your boat and
take to the open waters.
Crooked River State Park has lodging, picnic areas and shelters
as well as campsites designed for primitive, intermediate
and RV camping. Also, there are restrooms, a swimming pool, food
and beverages which make even the most inexperienced camper
feel at ease. So, come for a day, a night or two, or just
stop by to have a picnic - you'll be glad you did!
6222 Charlie Smith Sr. Highway
St. Marys, GA 31558
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-10PM; 8AM-5PM on Thursdays
Reservations (800) 864-7275
(Recommended 30 max. in adv. For camping; Cottages- 60 days
adv.)
Park (912) 882-5256
Skidaway Island State Park
Skidaway Island State Park is one of the best camping locations
in the Savannah area. You can spend the day, or days, relaxing
and rejuvenating while hiking, fishing, and boating. Or,
you may choose to pack a picnic and recline watching the
variety of shore and wading birds. You can set up your tripod
and camera along the edge of the creeks and salt marshes
or venture into the maritime forest.
When you walk Sandpiper Trail, keep on the lookout for
fiddler crabs in its salt marshes, palmetto trees, island
hammocks, or the remains of Confederate earthworks used
to defend Savannah. There are observation towers as well
which allow you to view the many animals living in the park.
A biding station and nature exhibits can be seen in the
park's museum. Other activities include study sites, interpretive
programs during the summer months, and a swimming pool.
If you love to camp, you can choose from primitive or intermediate
campsites as well as recreational vehicle camps. During
the summer months, there is a food and beverage stand along
with vending machines. Pets are welcomed, but must be on
a leash at all times.
52 Diamond Causeway
Savannah, GA 31411-1102
912/598-2300 or 598-2301 12/598
Park Hours: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Park Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Reservations: Camping & shelter
Fees: Camping, shelters & Pool
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