Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites - Georgia DNR

06/11/2026

On June 3, representatives from Georgia Power, Georgia DNR Engineering & Construction, and the State Parks and Historic Sites Division gathered at Tallulah Gorge State Park to celebrate the official groundbreaking of the park’s beach and day use renovation project. Georgia Power Lake Resources Manager Jeff Jackson presented a contribution check to Parks Director Angie Johnson in support of the project.

Thanks to this generous contribution and the continued strong partnership with Georgia Power, the renovation will modernize aging infrastructure and beach amenities, while adding ADA-accessible canoe and kayak access that will enhance recreational opportunities for park visitors and paddlers alike. The project represents a shared investment in expanding outdoor recreation, improving accessibility, and ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy one of Georgia's most iconic state parks.

06/09/2026

Join us this Sunday, June 14 at Hard Labor Creek State Park in Rutledge for an adaptive kayaking event with park rangers and staff from

Rangers will be assisting visitors at the newly opened accessible kayak launch ramp. This is a great chance to connect with your local community and try out some of the special adaptive boating equipment that is helping make Georgia's waterways available for everyone to enjoy.

The event is free but you must register ahead of time to participate. Call the park office for more details.

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06/07/2026

Warm summer nights in the great outdoors. All the iconic summer vibes are right here at the Parks: s'mores around the campfire, stargazing, crickets/cicadas, fireflies, and raccoons searching for unguarded snacks.

Stay close to the action so you don't miss a single second of summer fun. Book your camping trip or cottage getaway today! (link in bio)

Photos:
Yurt - Sweetwater Creek
Stars - Vogel
Tent - Fort Mountain
Cottage - Smithgall Woods
S'mores - Hard Labor Creek

06/06/2026

Father's Day is coming up soon! Celebrate with your family in the great outdoors.

GA State Parks have group shelters for rent with large kitchens and tables to accommodate groups of almost any size. Picnic shelters are a great choice for smaller gatherings as well.

Spend some quality time with Dad on a ranger-led program, fishing excursion, golf trip, or just a good old-fashion hike. Explore our website (link in bio) to plan your weekend activities and get more info on events our rangers have planned.

The visitor centers at our parks have great gifts for dad too! Grab a souvenir to remember your special outing or pick up an Annual Pass or Gift Card so you can enjoy the great outdoors all year-round.

06/05/2026

Come see our rangers at these special events celebrating the World Cup! We'll be there along with representatives from other tourism destinations from around the state and local food+drink vendors to show off everything Georgia has to offer.

@ the Georgia World Congress Center every Atlanta match day

06/04/2026

The junior ranger program is a great way to explore Georgia with the family this summer. Outdoor enthusiasts of all ages will have fun earning their unique badge from each state park and historic site they visit. Congratulations to our 6 newest junior rangers from Fort McAllister!

Had the honor of swearing in these 6 newest Junior Rangers yesterday. Don't know that I've ever had six from one family!
Made my day!

05/31/2026

Ah . . . summer!
Days on the lake. Nights by the campfire.

Here's a little inspiration for your summer getaways. Cottages, yurts and campsites go quickly during this time of year, so snag your favorite spot soon. Photos:
🌞 kayaking at Don Carter on Lake Lanier
🌞 yurt at Tugaloo on Hartwell
🌞 camping at Chattahoochee Bend
🌞 farm at General Coffee
🌞 fort at Fort King George

Insider Tip: Each state park and historic site has their own photo gallery, trail map and event calendar on our website.

05/29/2026

The State Parks passport is a great way for you and your family to keep track of all your outdoor adventures this summer! Pick one up at a park visitor center or order online before you go. Be sure to ask rangers about the park clubs, geocaching, and annual programming theme for other fun ways to gamify your visits to the parks. Visit our website for more info.

05/27/2026

Lookin' ahead to summer weather! Many of our parks have sandy beaches for your family to cool off and have fun. Tugaloo has a pretty beach on Lake Hartwell, and Don Carter State Park has a spacious beach on Lake Lanier with a large picnic shelter and grills. If you're looking for something a little more low-key, check out the beaches at Fort Mountain, Hard Labor Creek, Kolomoki Mounds, Reed Bingham and Seminole. Most of these have picnic shelters for rent where you can enjoy a nice afternoon in the shade. Visit the Activities Page on GaStateParks.org for more summertime fun ideas.

05/25/2026

“Those who have long enjoyed such privileges as we enjoy forget in time that men have died to win them.” -- Franklin D. Roosevelt

Today we honor those who sacrificed for our freedoms.