Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites - Georgia DNR

06/23/2026

Join Catalyst Sports for an opportunity to learn about adaptive paddle equipment that helps make kayaking accessible to everyone. This event will provide an opportunity to experience using this equipment with trained volunteers while enjoying time on the water.

Dates and Locations:
Fort Yargo: June 27th, 2026, Adaptive Access Dock at FYR Beach Area
Jack Hill: July 12th, 2026, Adaptive Access Dock located by Picnic Shelter 4

All of these require pre-registration by calling the site and have limited space. They will take place from 10AM-12PM with a recommended arrival of 9:30AM. They are all ages. Participants should meet ACA Essential Eligibility Criteria for adaptive kayaking. Reviewable here: https://www.catalystsports.org/kayaking

06/21/2026

Come see why in-the-know campers love General Coffee State Park. You’ll find a small fishing lake, easy nature trail, kayak rental, geocaching and playground tucked into this quiet, southeast Georgia park. Heritage Farm tells the story of rural Georgia’s past, complete with farm animals, log cabins, a corn crib, to***co barn and cane mill.

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth from the rangers and staff at Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites.

06/18/2026

Father’s Day is this Sunday, so here's a little inspiration for making memories while fishing, camping or simply grilling in the park. Picnic shelters have room for everyone, and you'll find kayak rental, disc golf, history museums and even golf courses. Some parks have planned Father’s Day events like a scavenger hunt at High Falls or rim hike at Cloudland Canyon. Outdoorsy dads will appreciate gift cards which can be used for cabins, yurts, boat rental, tee times and more -- or check out park gift shops for books, t-shirts, hats and hiking sticks.

06/15/2026

Do you know the story of Fort Morris Historic Site? Learn about iconic moments in Georgia's history this 4th of July holiday as we celebrate America's 250th birthday. Our rangers have special programs and historic reenactments scheduled to explore our state's role in the history of the country. And join us on July 4th weekend for fun games and competitions!

What happened when fewer than 200 Georgians faced down 500 British ...

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.

706-557-3001

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