Fort Yargo State Park

Winder, Georgia

Fort Yargo State Park is a campsite / RV park located in Winder.

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.

Located 1 mile south of Winder on Ga. Hwy. 81.

Local dining options close to Fort Yargo State Park include Speedy Burrito, Captain D's Seafood Restaurant, Little Italy Pizzaria, and Latin Flavors Steakhouse.

Fort Yargo State Park

210 South Broad Street
Winder, Georgia, 30680 USA

Tel: (770) 867-3489

Tollfree: (800) 864-7275

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Additional details

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.

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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.

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