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From weddings to reunions, and campouts to executive retreats, Georgia’s State Parks have facilities for all kinds of gatherings. Guests will enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and variety of activities, all surrounded by scenic beauty. We can meet all budgets too. Picnic shelters and rustic camps are affordably priced, while destinations such as Smithgall Woods and the Reynolds Mansion are perfect for elegant affairs. Guests provide their own catering. Before making reservations, call park offices for important details.
Group Facilities & Accommodations
Group Shelters
Perfect for family reunions and church picnics, enclosed group shelters have tables and chairs for 50 to 250, kitchens, restrooms, heat and air conditioning, and adjacent parking. Many have barbecue pits as well.
Event Rooms
Event rooms can be found at the below locations. View Event Room Information.
Picnic Shelters
All state parks and a few historic sites have covered picnic tables which are popular for birthday parties and small gatherings. These open-air shelters include picnic tables assembled under a roof and sometimes a large grill. Parking and restrooms are nearby.
Suwannee River Eco-Lodge
Just 18 miles from the Okefenokee Swamp and Stephen C. Foster State Park, this is a unique location for hunting retreats, meetings and weddings. Surrounded by forest, the lodge has 8 cottages with 12 bedrooms. A conference room, meeting room, BBQ shelter and kitchen are available. Guests may rent a portion or all of this facility in Fargo.
Idlewilde Event Center at Indian Springs State Park
Conveniently located near I-75 in middle Georgia, Idlewilde has a large lakeside porch and beautiful views of Indian Springs State Park. With nearly 20,000 square feet of event space, it can hold 500 people and includes a catering kitchen and AV capabilities. This is a popular destination for weddings, family reunions and corporate retreats.
Fort Yargo State Park Event Center
Large windows overlook a lakeside deck, bringing in natural light and open views. This center provides seating for 100, a large kitchen and ample parking. Fort Yargo is conveniently located between Atlanta and Athens.
Sapelo Island’s Reynolds Mansion
Groups of 16 to 25 enjoy exceptional privacy at the historic Reynolds Mansion. Reached only by ferry, this unusual home features marble sculptures, an ornately decorated Circus Room, murals by Athos Menaboni, a bowling lane, billiards, library and bicycles. An 1820s lighthouse and Nanny Goat Beach are nearby.
Smithgall Woods State Park
This mountain retreat offers 17 bedrooms in six beautifully decorated cottages. Some have porches along a trophy-trout stream, while others have private hot tubs. Business groups can meet in the main house’s great room with fireplace or on the large stream-side deck.
SAM Shortline Excursion Train
Step back in time on this excursion train near Georgia Veterans State Park and Lake Blackshear Resort. SAM Shortline welcomes groups and private events on its tour through southwest Georgia. Throughout the year, this nostalgic train offers special tours to Savannah, Vidalia and other towns.
Group Camps
Group camps are perfect for large youth gatherings. While each is unique, they all provide a rustic environment with bunks, large kitchens, assembly rooms, hot showers, and sometimes swimming facilities. There is plenty of room to run and learn.
Pioneer Camping
Organized groups such as Scouts can pitch tents in these private and primitive camping areas. All come with water spigots and pit toilets, and some have covered picnic shelters, fire pits and grills.
Group Lodges
Popular with youth groups, a group lodge is one large facility with dormitory sleeping for 12 to 50, restrooms with hot showers, and a kitchen and dining area. Guests provide their own linens.
Hotel-Style Lodges
Lodges have restaurants, catering, meeting space and event coordinators who can assist with conferences and banquets. These are found at:
