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George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge

George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge

Meet at the golf course or at the beach, this park has something for everyone. Located on the shores of Lake Walter F. George, this resort park features a 60-room lodge and conference center, a restaurant, cottages, great hiking, tennis courts, and award-winning 18-hole Meadow Links Golf Course. The beach, marina and boat ramp offer easy access to the 48,000-acre lake for sunning, volleyball, swimming, fishing and boating.

Activities at George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge

Hiking

3 miles of excellent hiking trails are available for hours of fun in the sun. Bring your hat and water bottle and check out the trails described below:

CHATTAHOOCHEE TRAIL
This two-mile (round trip) trail traverses three natural communities typical of Georgia's coastal plain. A second-growth pine-oak forest covers the uplands. The trail crosses a wetland surrounding a sinkhole depression, and then ascends a dry sand ridge with a dwarf oak forest. As you walk along the trail look for changes in the forest, as well as clues from prior human activities.

LAKE LOOP
This mile-long trail traverses two natural communities along Lake Walter F. George. The lake edge is a complex of wetlands and small ponds with plant and animal species well adapted to the wet conditions. A drier oak-hickory forest ascends the hillside. Both communities are still adjusting to the lake which flooded the Chattahoochee River valley almost half a century ago. Look for signs of these changes as you walk along the trail.


Nature Viewing

Take stroll through the park and see the local wildlife. Birding is especially nice here.

Biking

Rent a bike at this location. Don't forget your helmet!

Boating

All kinds of boating opportunities are available. Water skiing, canoe rental, marina, gas dock and boat ramps.

Fishing

Don't have a boat? No problem, you can rent one at the park. So pack up your fishing poles and your bait and come visit George T. Bagby.

Swimming

48,000-acre lake and swimming beach available here! Take a dip in the lake or relax on beach. Our swimming pool is reserved for lodge and cottage guests only.

Golfing

The Meadow Links award winning golf course is located in the park.

For more information and rates visit www.meadowlinksgolf.com

Tennis

If you like to play tennis you'll find courts at this park.

Picnicking

The park offers various picnic options:

  • Picnic Shelters
  • Group Shelter (seats 125)
For rates visit www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/GeorgeTBagby

Contact George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge

Main Contact
Park (229) 768-2571
Reservations (800) 864-7275
Golf (229) 768-3714
Lodge Reservations
(877) 591-5575

Hours of Operation

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

Events at George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge

Bagby & Friends Lake Pride Clean Up Day

George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge – Fort Gaines, GA

Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 / 7 AM to 3 PM
In conjunction with National Public Lands Day and Rivers Alive, we are sponsoring a community wide Lake Pride Clean-Up starting at the park's boat ramp. There will be folks on land and water to make this a great event. All participants will get a t-shirt and then gather at our picnic shelter for grilled burgers, and soft drinks. 229-768-2571.

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Facilities at George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge

For rates visit www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/GeorgeTBagby

  • 700 Acres
  • 48,000-Acre Lake and Swimming Beach
  • 60-Room Lodge & Conference Center
  • 5 Cottages
  • Cottage #1 is a dog friendly cottage (fee required per dog, max 2)
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Group Shelter (seats 125)
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Meadow Links Golf Course (18-Holes)
  • Restaurant and Courtesy Dock
  • Tennis Courts
  • Swimming Pool (lodge and cottage guests only)
  • Marina, Gas Dock and Boat Ramp
  • Volleyball

Programs at George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge

Junior Ranger Gopher Badge
Junior Ranger Gopher Badge
A new GO Georgia badge has been added to the successful Junior Ranger Program. Kids ages 7 - 14 choose from a list of activities to earn their Gopher badge. The younger ones, ages 7 - 10 must complete 5 activities while those in the older group, ages 11 - 14 must work toward completing 8 activities.
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Fishing Tackle Loaner
Fishing Tackle Loaner
The Fishing Tackle Loaner Program (FTLP), developed by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) and Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites is a program that provides a way for budding anglers to try fishing without having to purchase any equipment.
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