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     Mistletoe State Park

Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park (706) 541-0321

FACILITIES AVAILABLE for July 3-5 weekend!
Backcountry Campsites
(as of June 30, 2009 - availability updates are posted every Tuesday)
Located on 72,000-acre Clarks Hill Lake near Augusta, this park is known as one of the finest bass fishing spots in the nation. During the summer, guests can cool down at the beach or on miles of shaded nature trails. A wildlife observation area is available. The park has 10 fully equipped cottages on the lake, five of which are log cabins. The campground is situated on a peninsula, offering spectacular views of both sunset and sunrise over the open water. A one-room camper cabin faces the lake, offering a porch with rocking chairs, electricity, four bed platforms, a grill, picnic table and water spigot.

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




FACILITIES:
  • 1,920 Acres
  • 72,000-Acre Lake
  • 96 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($23-$25)
  • 4 Walk-In Campsites ($12)
  • Camper Cabin (sleeps 4, $40)
  • 10 Cottages ($120-$130) - #1 and #10 are dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
  • 5 Picnic Shelters ($40)
  • Beach House (seats 75, $165)
  • Group Shelter (seats 150, $150)
  • Pioneer Campground ($50)
  • Backcountry Campsite ($6/person)
  • Swimming Beach (seasonal)

ACTIVITIES:
  • Hiking and Bicycling - 12-mile backpacking trail and 3.5 miles of nature trails
  • Fishing - accessible dock
  • Boating - 3 ramps
  • Canoe Rental (overnight guests only, seasonal)
  • Lake Swimming (seasonal)

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Events
Get Outdoors Georgia Independence Comes to the Backcountry
Saturday, Jul 4, 2009 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Life was not fireworks and barbeques for the colonials in July 1776. Learn what was happening in the lives of Georgians from re-enactors while the Declaration of Independence was being signed in Philadelphia. $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
Get Outdoors Georgia Jr. Rangers Daycamp - Mistletoe State Park
Tuesday, Jul 7, 2009 to Thursday, Jul 9, 2009 9 AM to 1 PM
July 7- Birds & Mammals...  $50 Pre-registration required. 706-541-0321.
Get Outdoors Georgia The Birds & the Bees, and the Flowers & the Trees
Saturday, Jul 11, 2009 9 AM to 10:30 AM
We see a lot in the woods if we are really tuned in. A member of the local Audubon Society will open our eyes to flora and fauna we might otherwise pass right by. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water for this guided nature walk on the Cliatt Creek Trail. $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
Ticks and Lyme Disease
Saturday, Jul 11, 2009 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Could you have Lyme Disease and not know it? Do Georgia ticks carry the bacteria? Local author Jerry Porter, a Lyme Disease survivor, will be on hand to answer questions about the disease and share his book titled "Shoeanna the Little Bird". $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
Get Outdoors Georgia Young Jr. Ranger Day Camp at Mistletoe State Park
Friday, Jul 31, 2009 9 AM to 2 PM
Children ages 6-7 will enjoy a day of outdoor fun and hands on learning. They will learn about plants & animals, hike the trails, explore the lake and  play outdoor games.  For more details call the park office.  $10 Pre-registration is required. 706-541-0321.
Get Outdoors Georgia Murder Mystery Weekend
Friday, Sep 11, 2009 6 PM
Saturday, Sep 12, 2009 6 PM
Somebody's gonna die. Can you figure out "whodunit"? This weekend activity includes meals, park activities and prizes for the winners. Register by emailing Marilyn Grau at MGrau@SeniorCitizensCouncil.org  $39 plus $5 parking. 706-868-0120.
Get Outdoors Georgia Family Fall Festival
Saturday, Oct 24, 2009 5 PM to 10 PM
Enjoy a pumpkin scavenger hunt, nature hike, apple bobbing, marshmallow roasting, old-fashioned games, making corn husk doll and grape vine wreaths, music, storytelling and a live raptor show. Friends of Mistletoe will offer $2 hayrides.  $10 per vehicle includes parking fee. Free to overnight guests. 706-541-0321.

  Address/Directions
Mistletoe State Park
3725 Mistletoe Road
Appling , GA 30802

Located 3 miles off Ga. Hwy. 150, 8 miles north of I-20 exit #175.

 
 
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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