Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(770) 867-3489
Located between Atlanta and Athens, Fort Yargo offers a fun camping, hiking and fishing experience. The park surrounds Marbury Creek Reservoir, a 260-acre lake with a swimming beach, fishing areas and boat ramps. Many campsites are near the water's edge, and hiking trails follow the lake shore. Mountain bikers can test their endurance on 12 miles of trails with beautiful views. Within the park is Will-A-Way Recreation Area, an accessible facility specifically designed for challenged populations, with a group camp, picnic and fishing areas, and paved trail. This historical park features a log fort built in 1792 by settlers for protection against Creek and Cherokee Indians.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
Yargo Area Biking Association
Fort Yargo Living History Society
Facilities
1,814 Acres
260-Acre Lake with Beach (seasonal)
40 Tent,Trailer, RV Campsites ($25)
7 Walk-in Campsites ($15)
3 Cottages ($100)
Cottage #3 is a dog friendly cottage
5 Picnic Shelters ($30-$70)
2 Group Shelters (seat 80 and 100, $100-$125)
Pioneer Campground ($50)
Group Camp (sleeps 250, special populations, $13-$17/person)
2 Boat Ramps
2 Tennis Courts
18-Hole Disc Golf Course (fee)
Activities
Hiking and Mountain Biking - 15 miles of trails
Fishing and Boating - seasonal canoe, fishing boat and pedal boat rentals
Picnicking
Miniature Golf - $2 per person, per round. Rental equipment available.
Disc Golf - $2 per person, per round. Annual Individual ($20) and Family ($30) Passes available. No rental equipment available.
Nearby Attractions
Hard Labor Creek State Park and Golf Course
Watson Mill Bridge State Park
Stone Mountain Park
Road Atlanta Racetrack
Lake Lanier
Athens, Ga. and University of Georgia
Chateau Elan
State Botanical Gardens
Tanger Factory Outlet-Commerce
Will-A-Way Recreation Area: (770) 867-6123
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Events
Memorial Day Campfire
Saturday, May 24, 2008 7 PM - 9 PM
| Celebrate summer's arrival with a campfire where the park will provide marshmallows and hot dogs for roasting. Meet at the Campground #1 amphitheater. $3 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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National Trails Day Work Party
Saturday, Jun 7, 2008 8 AM - 12 PM
| The Yargo Area Biking Association will hold a work party to do repairs and light maintenance of our hiking and biking trails. $3 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Siege Yargo TrailBlazer Race
Saturday, Jun 14, 2008 9 AM - 2 PM
| Join us for this adventure race with teams of three people. Racers will paddle, run, mountain bike and face other challenges through this scenic park. Race fee plus $3 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Photography Contest
Sunday, Jun 15, 2008 8 AM - 5 PM
| Submit your best photos of Fort Yargo State Park or people enjoying the park for a chance to win cash and prizes. The deadline is June 15. Contact the park office for rules. Sponsored by the Friends of Fort Yargo and The Barrow County News. $3 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Junior Rangers Camp
Monday, Jun 16, 2008 until Thursday, Jun 19, 2008 9 AM - 3 PM
Monday, Jun 23, 2008 until Thursday, Jun 26, 2008 9 AM - 3 PM
| Ages 8-12 years old. Arts and Crafts, Nature Hikes, and Outdoor skills all packed into a four day program geared towards helping kids get in touch with nature. 9 am to 3 pm daily on Monday - Thursday. Pre-register by calling the park. Limit of 15 children per week. $60.00 per child. $3 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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3rd Annual Intertribal Pow Wow
Saturday, Aug 23, 2008 8 AM - 5 PM
Sunday, Aug 24, 2008 12 PM - 4 PM
| This pow wow will feature Native American dancers, ceremonies and vendors. $1 - $5 plus $3 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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Autumn Nights at Yargo
Friday, Oct 24, 2008 6 PM - 9 PM
Saturday, Oct 25, 2008 6 PM - 9 PM
| Join the park staff for hayrides, storytelling by the campfire, children's games, and viewing the restored Old Fort by candlelight. $1 - $3, plus $3 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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A Fort Yargo Christmas
Saturday, Dec 13, 2008 5 PM - 8 PM
| Join us for Christmas carols, refreshments, hay rides and a visit from Santa. $3 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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