Reservations 800-864-7275
Park
706-356-4362
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for June 21-23:
Tent & RV Campsites / Picnic Shelters / Pioneer Campsites
(as of June 18, 2013)
 Tugaloo State Park Business Plan
Situated on a wooded peninsula, Tugaloo’s cottages and most campsites offer spectacular views of 55,590-acre Lake Hartwell in every direction. Some cottages even have private boat docks for overnight guests. Tent campers can choose between the developed campground or primitive sites located a short walk from the parking area. During summer, the lake is a popular destination for swimming, water skiing, sailing and boating. Both the Sassafras and Muscadine hiking trails wind through oak, walnut, mulberry and cherry trees.
Tugaloo State Park boasts a six-lane mega ramp used for large fishing tournaments and easy lake access. Fishing is excellent year-round, and large-mouth bass are plentiful. The name “Tugaloo” comes from an Indian name for the river which once flowed freely prior to the construction of Hartwell Dam.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
$5 parking. Annual passes available.
GeorgiaStateParks.org/Tugaloo
ACCOMMODATIONS & FACILITIES:
- 393 Acres
- 20 Cottages ($135) -- #17, #18 and #19 are dog friendly ($45 per dog, max 2)
- 105 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($23-$30) – cable TV hookups, some sites close during winter
- Pioneer Campground ($35)
- 7 Picnic Shelters ($40)
- Group Shelter (seats 80, $105)
- Pavilion (seats 80, $75)
- 55,590-Acre Lake with Swimming Beach and Bathhouse
THINGS TO DO & SEE:
- Boating – 6-lane megaramp, 2 smaller ramps
- Fishing
- Lake Swimming
- Hiking – 4 miles of trails
- Canoe and Kayak Rental (seasonal)
- GeoCaching
- Volleyball
- Tennis
- Horseshoes
- Miniature Golf (fee)
- Weddings (park approval required)
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
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Feedin' the Snakes
Friday, Jun 21, 2013 7 PM to 8 PM
| Ever wanted to watch a snake eat? Join a Ranger at the Nature Hut to learn about snakes, watch them eat, and if you’re brave pet Harvey our live corn-snake. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Nature Hut
Saturdays 1 PM - 4 PM until Aug 31, 2013
| Stop by and visit with 'Harvey' our live corn snake and 'Garfield' our baby gar. Plus learn about Georgia's Birds of Prey and Mammals through our many displays. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Cooking with the Sun
Saturday, Jun 22, 2013 3 PM to 4 PM
 Can you boil an egg with the power of the sun? Join us at the Nature Hut and we will show you how to make your very own solar cooker and how to boil an egg using the sun’s power. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Georgia's Mammals
Saturday, Jun 22, 2013 4 PM to 5 PM
| Did you know Georgia has 80 mammal species? Join us at the Nature Hut to learn about 15 of these species. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Full-Moon Hike
Saturday, Jun 22, 2013 8 PM to 9 PM
 Ever wanted to hike in the woods at night? This 1-mile night hike will begin at the Muscadine Trail Entrance near the tennis courts. Wear sturdy shoes and if you have bring a flashlight. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Old Fashion Fourth
Thursday, Jul 4, 2013 10 AM to 3 PM
| Decorate your bicycle and join us for a Bicycle Parade through the Camp Ground at 10 am. We will be playing Old Fashion Games at the Baseball Field at 11 am. At 3 pm, we will start our Putt-Putt Tournament for ages 12 and under. Prizes will be given to the top 3 players. $5 Putt-Putt Tournament $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Mountain Style Music
Saturday, Jul 6, 2013 8 PM to 9:30 PM
| Join us for an evening of old time Appalachian, Bluegrass and Folk music. “The Nearly Normal String Band” will fill the summer air with their fast pickin' and harmonies at our Beach Pavilion. Bring your favorite camping chair and the kids for an evening of family fun. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Junior Ranger Day Camp
Weekdays 9 AM - 2 PM from Jul 8, 2013 until Jul 12, 2013
| For children ages 6 to 12. We will learn about lake critters, trees, birds, animal tracks and more. Plus you will be on your way to earning a super-cool Jr. Ranger badge. $30 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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Critter Call
Saturday, Jul 13, 2013 8 PM to 9:30 PM| Naturalist and wildlife rehabilitator Terry Manis always has an interesting collection of wildlife, including a python named Sunshine. Join us for an informative evening that's sure to be fun for the whole family. $5 parking. 706-356-4362. |
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