Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(770) 504-2277
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for September 10-12:
RV/Tent Campsites, Cottage, Picnic Shelter
(as of September 7, 2010 - updates are posted on Tuesday)
Located off I-75 in middle Georgia, Indian Springs is thought to be the oldest state park in the nation. It was acquired by the state in 1825 and became an official "State Forest Park" in 1927. The Creek Indians used the springs for centuries to heal the sick and impart extra vigor to the well. During the 1800s, the area was a bustling resort town.
Today, visitors can still sample the spring water while enjoying the park’s cottages, camping, swimming, fishing and boating. Many structures within the park, such as the spring house, were built during the Great Depression by members of FDR’s Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). A museum (hours limited) highlights Creek Indians, the resort era and CCC history. The park's Lake McIntosh is named for the Creek Chief William McIntosh who, in 1825, signed the illegal Treaty of Indian Springs, deeding Indian land to the state of Georgia. He was soon assassinated by his people for treason.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/IndianSprings
FACILITIES:
- 528 Acres
- 105-Acre Lake and Swimming Beach (seasonal)
- 88 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($25-$28)
- 10 Cottages ($115-$125) -- #2 and #6 are dog friendly ($40 per dog, max 2)
- 7 Picnic Shelters ($55)
- Group Shelter (seats 130, $280)
- Group Camp (sleeps 130, $255-$555)
- Pioneer Campground ($45)
- 3/4-Mile Nature Trail
- Museum (seasonal)
- Playground
ACTIVITIES:
- GeoCaching
- Boating – ramp, private boats allowed, 10 HP limit
- Fishing Boat Rental
- Lake Swimming
- Miniature Golf ($3)
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Events
Junior Angler Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 9 AM to 1 PM
| Join us for "Save our State Parks Day" with a fun-filled morning where even little fish bring on big smiles and each fish caught makes you a prize-winning angler! Participants ages 15 and younger are welcomed with an adult. Please bring poles, tackle and chairs... 770-504-2277. |
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