Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(770) 867-3489
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for March 12-14:
RV/Tent Campsites, Picnic Shelter, Nature Center Pavilion, Beach Pavilion
(as of March 9, 2010 - updates are posted on Tuesday)
 CAREFREE COTTAGE SPECIAL
NOTICE: The lake will be held at 8 feet below full pool until April 15, 2010 due to a construction project.
Located between Atlanta and Athens, this popular park features a 1792 log fort built by settlers for protection against Creek and Cherokee Indians. Today, visitors come to Fort Yargo for its wide variety of outdoor recreation and scenery. Mountain bikers and hikers can test their endurance on 18 miles of trails. A 260-acre lake offers a large swimming beach, fishing and boat ramps. The park's heavily wooded disc golf course is exceptionally challenging. For a unique camping experience, visitors can reserve lakeside yurts, which are like canvas and wooden tents. Each yurt has furniture inside and a fire ring outside. Within the park is Camp Will-A-Way, a fully accessible retreat operated by Camp Twin Lakes.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/FortYargo
FACILITIES:
- 1,816 Acres
- 260-Acre Lake with Beach (seasonal)
- 40 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($23-$25)
- 5 Yurts ($60)
- 3 Cottages ($125) -- #3 is dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
- 5 Picnic Shelters ($40)
- 2 Group Shelters (seat 80 and 100, $100-$150)
- Nature Center Pavilion ($80)
- Beach Pavilion ($90)
- Pioneer Campground ($50)
- 2 Boat Ramps
- 2 Tennis Courts
- 18-Hole Disc Golf Course ($2)
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Events
Fort Yargo Colonial Market Faire
Saturday & Sunday 9 AM - 6 PM from Mar 20, 2010 until Mar 21, 2010
| This 18th century living history event will feature persons dressed in 18th century fashion, proprietors of fine wares and provisions, tradesmen, and artisans. Adults $2, Children 12 and under free. $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Trail Volunteer Day
Saturday, Mar 27, 2010 8 AM to 12 PM
| Fort Yargo is hosting a trail work day where we will work on our bicycle trails for improvement. We will be trimming limbs, blowing off trails, repairing erosion and cutting roots. Bring a rake or gas blower if you have one and come help us improve the trails. 770-867-3489. |
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Xterra Points Series Off-Road Triathlon
Saturday, Apr 24, 2010 8 AM to 4 PM
| This off-road triathlon will include running, mountain biking and swimming. www.goneriding.com Fee plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Biking: Georgia State Championship Series Race
Sunday, Apr 25, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
| This mountain bike race is part of the Georgia State Championship series. www.goneriding.com Fee plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Dirty Spokes Mountain Bike Race
Saturday, May 1, 2010 8 AM to 10 PM
| These 6-hour and 12-hour races take competitors along our mountain bike trail and allow visitors to see the action first-hand. www.dirtyspokes.com Fee plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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GeoChallenge Launch and Learn
Saturday, May 8, 2010 2 PM
| Learn about GPS-based treasure hunting at the launch of the new Georgia State Park GeoChallenge, and mingle with members of the Georgia Geocachers Association. $5 parking. 404-657-9858. |
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Dirty Spokes Duathlon
Saturday, May 29, 2010 8 AM to 2 PM
| Participants will run-bike-run the scenic trails of this park between Athens and Atlanta. www.dirtyspokes.com Fee plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Memorial Day Campfire
Saturday, May 29, 2010 7 PM to 9 PM
| Celebrate summer's arrival with a campfire. The park will provide marshmallows and hot dogs for roasting. Meet at the campground #1 amphitheater. $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Siege Yargo TrailBlazer Race
Saturday, Jun 5, 2010 8 AM to 3 PM
| Join us for this adventure race with teams of three people. Racers will paddle, run, mountain bike and face other challenges through this scenic park. Race fee plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Junior Ranger Camp in Winder
Monday, Jun 14, 2010 until Thursday, Jun 17, 2010 9 AM to 3 PM
Monday, Jun 21, 2010 until Thursday, Jun 24, 2010 9 AM to 3 PM
| Ages 8-12 years old. Arts and Crafts, Nature Hikes, and Outdoor Skills all packed into a four-day program geared toward helping kids get in touch with nature. 9 am to 3 pm daily, Monday - Thursday. Pre-register by calling the park office. Limit of 15 children per week. $60.00 per child. Price break on more than one child. $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Autumn Nights at Yargo
Friday, Oct 22, 2010 until Saturday, Oct 23, 2010 6 PM to 9 PM
| Join the park staff for hayrides, storytelling by the campfire, children's games, and viewing the restored Old Fort by candlelight. $2 - $4, plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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A Fort Yargo Christmas
Saturday, Dec 11, 2010 3 PM to 6 PM
| Join us at the old fort for Christmas carols, refreshments, fort tours and a visit from Santa. $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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