Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(706) 745-2628
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for February 5-7:
RV/Tent Campsites, Walk-in Campsites, Pioneer Campsites, Cottage, Group Shelter, Picnic Shelters
(as of February 3, 2010 - updates are posted on Tuesday)
One of Georgia's oldest and most popular state parks, Vogel is located at the base of Blood Mountain in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Driving from the south, visitors pass through Neel Gap, a beautiful mountain pass near Brasstown Bald, the highest point in Georgia. Vogel is particularly popular during the fall when the Blue Ridge Mountains transform into a rolling blanket of red, yellow and gold leaves. Hikers can choose from a variety of trails, including the popular four-mile Bear Hair Gap loop, an easy one-mile lake loop, and the challenging 13-mile Coosa Backcountry Trail. Cottages, campsites and primitive backpacking sites provide a range of overnight accommodations. The park's 22-acre lake is open to non-motorized boats. During summer, visitors can cool off at the scenic lakeside beach.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/Vogel
FACILITIES:
- 233 Acres
- 22-Acre Lake
- 103 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($23-$25) -- some sections close during winter
- 18 Walk-in Campsites ($12)
- 35 Cottages ($85-$140)
- Cottages #5, #6 and #30 are dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
- 4 Picnic Shelters ($40)
- Group Shelter (seats 75, $150)
- Pioneer Campground ($40)
- Primitive Backpacking Campsites
- Swimming Beach
- Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Museum
- General Store
ACTIVITIES:
- Hiking and Backpacking - 17 miles of trails, Appalachian Trail nearby
- Fishing
- Lake Swimming (seasonal)
- Pedal Boat Rental (seasonal)
- Miniature Golf ($3)
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
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Events
Vogel Volunteer Day
Saturday, Apr 10, 2010 8 AM to 4:30 PM
| Volunteer Day projects are as followed: installing new grill/table pads, spreading mulch throughout park, installing brick at new location of "Memory Walkway", refurbishing hiking trails, and spring clean-up throughout park... 706-745-2628. |
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Wildflower Walk
Saturday, Apr 24, 2010 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
| This guided wildflower walk through the Appalachian forest will highlight Jack-in-the pulpits, trilliums, wild azaleas and many other flowering plants. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-745-2628. |
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CCC Reunion
Saturday, May 8, 2010 10 AM to 1:30 PM
| Join the boys of "The Tree Army" as they tell their many stories of "The New Deal" era. There will be tours of the CCC Museum and special emphasis during and after "The Great Depression". This is a covered-dish meal with meat and drinks provided. RSVP required. $5 parking. 706-745-2628. |
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Kids Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 12, 2010 8 AM to 12 PM
| Fishing event for kids 12 and younger. Vogel's Wolf Creek will be stocked with plenty of trout. Prizes will be given to the lucky ticket holders; families will enjoy watching the children as they have a blast. Each adult must be accompanied with their child or children to register prior to fishing... $5 parking. 706-745-2628. |
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Independence Day at Vogel
Sunday, Jul 4, 2010 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
| Come to Vogel as we celebrate our independence with a special flag-raising ceremony. Also there will be a bicycle parade, pedal boat races, sandcastle building competition, watermelon eating, sack races, egg tosses and greased pole climbing. $5 parking. 706-745-2628. |
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Mountain Music and Arts & Craft Festival
Saturday, Sep 11, 2010 10 AM to 5 PM
| This popular event includes Appalachian, bluegrass and gospel music; arts and crafts booths; demonstrations on spinning, blacksmithing and bowl carving; and food concessions provided by Vogel Volunteers. $2-$5 plus $5 parking. 706-745-2628. |
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Fall Hoedown
Saturday, Oct 16, 2010 2 PM to 9 PM
| Celebrate autumn's arrival with a 2 p.m. cakewalk, 4:30 p.m. hayrides, 5 p.m. chili and drinks for sale, 6:30 p.m. campfire and dancing, and finally at 8 p.m. a professional storyteller around a bonfire. $5 parking. 706-745-2628. |
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Christmas Tree Lighting
Saturday, Dec 11, 2010 4:30 PM to 6:45 PM
| Join us for a tree lighting, caroling, hayrides, Santa Claus visit, bonfires, hot chocolate and cider. For the "Give A Gift Toy Drive" sponsored by the Union County Sheriff's Department, bring an unwrapped gift for kids of 0-12 years of age. No toy guns, knives or dangerous items. 706-745-2628. |
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