Reservations (800) 864-7275
Lodge Reservations
(877) 591-5575
Golf
(229) 768-3714
Park
(229) 768-2571
Located on the shores of Lake Walter F. George in southwest Georgia, this resort park features a 60-room lodge, conference center, restaurant, cottages and award-winning 18-hole Meadow Links Golf Course. The park's marina and boat ramp offer easy access to the 48,000-acre lake for fishing and boating. The large picnic shelter and numerous picnic sites are perfect places for families to enjoy their catch. Facilities are available for meetings, reunions, weddings and other group gatherings. Visitors may also look for wildlife along the three-mile nature trail, which winds through hardwoods and pines.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
George T. Bagby School Program Brochure (pdf document)
FACILITIES:
- 700 Acres
- 48,000-Acre Lake and Swimming Beach
- 60-Room Lodge & Conference Center ($65-$125)
- 5 Cottages ($110-$120) -- #1 is dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
- Picnic Shelter ($40)
- Group Shelter (seats 125, $200)
- Meeting Facilities
- Meadow Links Golf Course ($35-$40 with cart)
- Restaurant and Courtesy Dock
- Tennis Courts
- Swimming Pool (lodge and cottage guests only)
- Marina, Gas Dock and Boat Ramp
ACTIVITIES:
- Meadow Links Golf Course
- Fishing
- Water Skiing
- Hiking - 3 miles of trails
- Canoe and Fishing Boat Rental
- Bicycle Rental
- Birding
- Swimming
- Volleyball
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Events
Fishing Clinic
Saturday, Jan 17, 2009 1 PM - 3 PM
 Learn tips for the beginner or "old pro" for fishing on Walter F. George lake from local guide Billy Darby. Meet at the Group Shelter. Register for doorprizes from local merchants. $5 includes hot dog and drink. $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Winter Bass Classic Tournament
Saturday, Jan 24, 2009 5:30 AM - 3 PM
| Be a part of the Winter Bass Classic Tournament and fish one of the best bass fishing lakes in southwest Georgia. Call the marina to register, and call the lodge for overnight accommodations and to learn about our "Outdoor Sportsman" package. 80% payback. $110 per boat. $10 Big Fish prize. $3 parking. 877-591-5575 ext 6219. |
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Attracting Wildlife to your Backyard
Saturday, Feb 28, 2009 2 PM - 3 PM
| Learn how you can encourage wildlife to visit your own backyard habitat. $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Kite Flying
Saturday, Mar 14, 2009 10 AM - 11 AM
| Meet at the picnic shelter to learn how to make a kite and then enjoy flying it at the park. $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Junior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Apr 18, 2009 9 AM - 12 PM
| Kids 6 - 15 years old accompanied by an adult are invited to attend. Park staff and volunteers will be available to help youngsters learn to bait their own hooks, cast and catch fish that can be kept. Free hot dog lunch for all participants. Prizes and doorprizes awarded... $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Container Gardening Workshop
Saturday, May 2, 2009 to Sunday, May 3, 2009 1 PM - 2 AM
| Get tips for successful container planting in decorative pots and containers. $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Memorial Day Celebration
Saturday & Sunday May 23, 2009 until May 24, 2009
| Kick of the unofficial start of summer with nature hikes, animal programs and crafts for the kids. $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Jun 2, 2009 until Friday, Jun 5, 2009 9 AM - 1 PM
| For ages 6 - 12. Learn about nature with classes, games, group activities and craft programs with badges awarded for program completion. Group limited to 30, so register early. $20 includes lunch. $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Labor Day Celebration and Luau
Saturday, Sep 5, 2009
| This celebration is filled with guided nature hikes, crafts and relay races during the day, followed by an evening end-of-the-summer Luau Party at the marina with live entertainment. $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Catfish Festival
Saturday, Oct 3, 2009 11 AM - 5 PM
| Catfish plates with all the trimmings, plus arts and crafts vendors will highlight our festival. Stroll among the vendors and enjoy the best view of beautiful Walter F. George lake. $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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Halloween Festival
Saturday, Oct 31, 2009
| Celebrate with hayrides to the Haunted House, carnival games, campfire ghost stories, a costume contest and treats for the kids. $1 plus $3 parking. 229-768-2571. |
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