You are the type of traveler who knows that after a long drive, there’s nothing better than kicking your feet up by the lake with a cold drink in hand. A vacation is supposed to be relaxing, right? These parks are known for their great facilities and laid-back atmosphere. Mistletoe State Park’s campground sits on a peninsula, so there are plenty of great waterfront sites to choose from. If you’re more into lodge accommodations, Georgia Veterans State Park has a dining room and bar for an evening overlooking beautiful Lake Blackshear. Slow down at some of the parks below.
Smithgall Woods State Park
- Elegant mountain cottages
- Catch-and-release trout fishing
- Dukes Creek and waterfalls
- Creekside picnicking
Florence Marina State Park
- 45,000-acre Lake Walter F. George
- Cottages and campsites
- Fishing
- Boating
- Birding
Reynolds Mansion on Sapelo Island
- Historic mansion for small group stays
- Beach and lighthouse
- Small barrier island with abundant birding
- Unique destination along Georgia's famed Colonial Coast
Moccasin Creek State Park
- Lounge by the shores of Lake Burton
- Kayak, canoe and paddleboard
- Explore local waterfalls
Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge
- Longleaf pine forest and sandhills
- Lodge and lakeside cabins
- Swimming pool, splash pad and lake beach
- Lakeside picnic areas
- Golf
Mistletoe State Park
- Lounge on a sandy beach
- Fisherman’s cabin with a private dock
- Birding
- Nature trails
- Campground with spectacular sunset and sunrise views
Don Carter State Park
- Cool down and spend the day lounging on a large, sand swimming beach
- Leisurely explore the hardwood forest
- Renovated cabins for overnight getaways
- Boating
- Swimming
Georgia Veteran’s State Park
- Lake Blackshear Resort
- Dining
- Boating
- Golf
Tugaloo State Park
- Glamping yurts
- Cottages with a lake view
- Sandy swimming beach
- Fishing
- Boating
George T. Bagby State Park
- Sandy swimming beach
- Fishing on Lake Walter F. George
- Cottages
- Restaurant
- Golf
Dames Ferry State Park Campground
- Boating and fishing on Lake Juliette
- Lakeside camping
- Picnic shelters
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