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     General Coffee State Park

Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park (912) 384-7082

FACILITIES AVAILABLE for Nov. 20-22 weekend!
Pioneer Campsites, Pull-thru Campsites, Group Lodge, Picnic Shelters
(as of Nov. 17, 2009 - updates are posted on Tuesday)

One of southern Georgia's "best kept secrets," this park is known for agricultural history shown at Heritage Farm, with log cabins, a corn crib, tobacco barn, cane mill and other exhibits. Kids enjoy feeding the park's farm animals, including goats, sheep, chickens and donkeys.

Seventeen-Mile River and a boardwalk wind through cypress swamp where rare and endangered plants grow. The pitcher plants shy Indigo Snakes and Gopher Tortoises make their homes in this wiregrass community. Birding and nature photography are exceptional.

In 2009, the park added 12 miles of horse trails, as well as campsites just for equestrians. Ride-in sites are primitive, offering exceptional privacy surrounded by nature. Drive-in sites offer nearby water spigots, pit toilets, grills, firerings and picnic tables. Stables are not provided.

Overnight accommodations include camping, cottages, and the Burnham House, an elegantly decorated 19th century cabin perfect for romantic getaways.

The park was donated to the state by a group of Coffee County citizens in 1970 and is named after General John Coffee, a planter, U.S. Congressman and military leader.

Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/GeneralCoffee

FACITLITIES:
  • 1,511 Acres
  • 4-Acre Lake
  • 50 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($21-$23)
  • Burnham Cottage ($160-$175)
  • 5 Cottages ($90-$110) -- #1 is dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
  • Horse Trail Camping ($15 includes trail fee, reservations must be made through the park office)
  • Group Lodge (sleeps 32, $250)
  • 7 Picnic Shelters ($35-$50)
  • Group Shelter (seats 180, $150)
  • Pioneer Campground ($25 and up)
  • Heritage Farm
  • Outdoor Amphitheater
  • Note: The swimming pool is closed at this time.

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Events
Get Outdoors Georgia Pioneer Harvest Festival
Saturday, Nov 21, 2009 10 AM to 5 PM
Handicapped AccessibleThe Heritage Farm will come to life as volunteers demonstrate the skills of farm life from the 1800s. This festival includes crafters, musicians and dancers.  Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 912-384-1581.
Christmas on the Pond
Saturday, Dec 12, 2009 6 PM to 9 PM
Handicapped AccessibleStorytelling, hayrides, refreshments and Santa himself will usher in the holiday season. $5 parking. 912-384-1581.

  Address/Directions
General Coffee State Park
46 John Coffee Rd
Nicholls , GA 31554

Located 6 miles east of Douglas on Ga. Hwy. 32.

 
 
Make reservations using the options above or call 1-800-864-7275 (Monday-Friday, 8AM-8PM; Saturday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM EST).
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