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     Reed Bingham State Park

Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park (229) 896-3551

FACILITIES AVAILABLE for July 3-5 weekend!
No Facilities Available
(as of June 30, 2009 - availability updates are posted every Tuesday)
NOTICE: The Coastal Plain Nature Trails are closed due to flooding until further notice. The day use areas and campground are open. The lake and river have reopened however, boaters should use caution. Trees may periodically fall as the water recedes due to flood erosion. Please call ahead for more information.
Visitors to this scenic park will see an abundance of wildlife, particularly gopher tortoises and "buzzards." During winter, thousands of these large birds, which are actually black vultures and turkey vultures, roost in the trees and soar overhead. Throughout the year, gopher tortoises may be seen digging their dens in the sandy soil. Alligators, bald eagles, the rare limpkin, herons, indigo snakes and many other species also live in this protected park. Two nature trails wind through a cypress swamp and sandhill area, habitats which are representative of southern Georgia. A 375-acre lake is popular with boaters and skiers, and fishing for bass, crappie, catfish and bream is excellent. Reed Bingham is less than six miles from I-75, making it a relaxing stop for travelers. It was named for Amos Reed Bingham, a local citizen who was instrumental in having the park established.

Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM


FACILITIES:
  • 1,613 Acres
  • 375-Acre Lake
  • 46 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($23-$25) - cable TV hookups
  • Pioneer Campground ($25 and up, organized groups only)
  • 6 Picnic Shelters ($45)
  • 4 Group Shelters (seat 50-120, $60-$225)
  • Swimming Beach
  • 3 Boat Ramps
  • Playground
  • Accessible Fishing Pier

ACTIVITIES:
  • Hiking - 7 miles of trails
  • Boating
  • Canoe Rental
  • Fishing - dock, boat rental
  • Miniature Golf
  • Bicycle Rental
  • Pontoon Boat Tours (call for schedule)
  • Birding -- "Buzzard" viewing is best in the morning and late afternoon. Best locations are near the bridge and dam in the morning and along the nature trail boardwalk near dusk.

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Events
Get Outdoors Georgia Celebrate America
Saturday, Jul 4, 2009 10 AM to 10 PM
Handicapped AccessibleA full day of family fun includes pontoon boat rides, live music, animal programs and a watermelon-eating contest. Finish the night with a spectacular fireworks show over the lake. Come early to get the best parking spot available.  $1-$2 boat tours, plus $5 parking. 229-896-3551.
Get Outdoors Georgia Junior Rangers 6-9 year olds
Weekdays 10 AM - 4 PM from Jul 13, 2009 until Jul 17, 2009 
Kids 6-9 can earn a Junior Ranger badge and get hands-on experience with our native gopher tortoises and other wildlife and fauna, from alligators to oak trees. Parents welcome. Kids will need to bring lunch, sunscreen, bugspray and water. Registration runs May 1 - July 8.  $40 plus $5 parking. 229-896-3551.
Get Outdoors Georgia Junior Rangers: 10-12 year olds
Weekdays 10 AM - 4 PM from Jul 20, 2009 until Jul 24, 2009 
Children ages 10-12 can earn a badge and get hands-on experience with our native gopher tortoises and other wildlife and fauna, from alligators to oak trees, through daily projects. Parents welcome. Kids will need to bring lunch, sunscreen, bugspray and water. Register May 1 through July 15.  $40 plus $5 parking. 229-896-3551.

  Address/Directions
Reed Bingham State Park
542 Reed Bingham Road
Adel , GA 31620

Located 6 miles west of Adel on Ga. Hwy. 37 via I-75 exit #39, and 14 miles east of Moultrie from U.S. Hwy. 319.

 
 
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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