Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(229) 838-6870
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for March 12-14:
RV/Tent Campsites, Efficiency Cottages, Group Shelter, Picnic Shelter
(as of March 9, 2010 - updates are posted on Tuesday)
New Blue Catfish State Record Caught at Walter F. George Lake!
Situated at the northern end of 45,000-acre Lake Walter F. George, this quiet park offers the perfect setting for those who love water sports. It is adjacent to a natural deep-water marina with an accessible deep-water fishing pier, boat slips and boat ramp. Anglers will be excited to know that a new state record blue catfish was captured in the park's lake this February. Birders are sure to see herons and egrets, and possibly bald eagles. The park's Kirbo Interpretive Center teaches visitors about Native Americans, nature and local history, and it displays snakes, turtles, fish and artifacts from the prehistoric Paleo-Indian period through the early 20th century. Ten miles southeast is Providence Canyon State Conservation Park, known as Georgia's Little Grand Canyon, with hiking trails and a visitor center.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/FlorenceMarina
FACILITIES:
- 173 Acres
- 43 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($22-$24) - cable TV & sewage hookups
- 6 Cottages ($100) - cable TV -- #3 and #10 are dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
- 8 Efficiency Units ($75) - cable TV
- Picnic Shelter ($35)
- Group Shelter (seats 125, $180)
- Kirbo Interpretive Center
- Marina - 66 boat slips for rent
- Lighted Fishing Pier
- 2 Playgrounds
- 3/4-mile Nature Trail
- Note: Swimming Pool is closed.
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Events
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, Apr 3, 2010 1 PM to 2 PM
| Children can bring their baskets and hunt for eggs and prizes, while the giant Easter Bunny will be on hand. $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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Festival By The Lake
Saturday, Apr 10, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| This festival includes craft vendors, entertainment, food and games. $1 - $3 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
Saturday, May 29, 2010 until Monday, May 31, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| Spend the weekend participating games, crafts for kids and boat rides along the river. $2 - $4 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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Alligator Day
Saturday, Jun 5, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| See live alligators at the Kirbo Interpretive Center and take guided boat tours to view these reptiles in their natural habitat. Alligator experts and trappers will be on hand sharing thier knowledge. Lake Walter F. George is a beautiful location to view wildlife and birds. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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Junior Rangers
Monday, Jun 14, 2010 until Thursday, Jun 17, 2010 10 AM to 3 PM
Monday, Jul 12, 2010 until Thursday, Jul 15, 2010 10 AM to 3 PM
| Children ages 6 to 12 will experience nature first-hand with live animal programs, nature hikes, and nature oriented arts and crafts. Come become a Junior Ranger! $20.00 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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July 4th Celebration
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10 AM - 3 PM from Jul 2, 2010 until Jul 4, 2010
| Celebrate the Fourth with games, watermelon eating contest, and educational boat tours. $4 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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Labor Day Festival
Saturday, Sep 4, 2010 until Monday, Sep 6, 2010 10 AM to 3 PM
| Family celebration including games, boat rides, and crafts. $4 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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Octoberfest
Saturday, Oct 23, 2010 6 PM to 9 PM
| Celebrate Halloween with a haunted hayride, games for kids, boat hayride and a costume contest. Food vendors will be on hand. $8 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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Christmas Workshop
Saturday, Dec 11, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| This is truly a fun program that all ages can participate in as we provide all the materials you will need. Make Christmas decorations out of natural ornaments such as pine cones, sweetgum balls, magnolia seedpods and seashells... $3 - $6 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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Christmas Workshop
Saturday, Dec 11, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| Make Christmas Ornaments and visit with Santa. $1 to $3 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706. |
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