Golf Walkers
Join the club and save on greens fees at the three north Georgia state park courses. Membership is just $69 and includes four 18-hole greens fees, a water bottle, pedometer, yardage book and health book. It's all part of the Department of Natural Resources' Get Outdoors Georgia campaign.
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Hard Labor Creek State Park
Saddle up! Best known for its golf course, The Creek, this park also offers a wide range of other outdoor activities, all set in beautiful wooded surroundings. More than 24 miles of trails are available for hikers and horseback riders to conquer, and equestrians can enjoy their own camping area near the stalls. A lakeside beach is open for sunning and swimming during summer. So come take a ride, rent a boat, or make a splash at Hard Labor Creek State Park.
Activities at Hard Labor Creek State Park
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Golfing
Camping
Picnicking
Horseback Riding
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Golfing
Camping
Picnicking
Hiking
BRANTLEY NATURE TRAIL
1 mile. Rated easy to moderate.
An easy walk characterized by mature hardwoods, this trail has reminders of the park's origin. A prominent ravine echoes the past and the result of poor land-use practices.
BEAVERPOND NATURE TRAIL
1 mile. Rated easy to moderate.
Be sure you do not miss the tulip poplar (liriodendron tulipifera L) found on the left not long on your hike. Using care, step to its base and gain a greater appreciation of its size. Another feature of importance are the wetlands.
Click here for more information about the trails at Hard Labor Creek.
BRANTLEY NATURE TRAIL
1 mile. Rated easy to moderate.
An easy walk characterized by mature hardwoods, this trail has reminders of the park's origin. A prominent ravine echoes the past and the result of poor land-use practices.
BEAVERPOND NATURE TRAIL
1 mile. Rated easy to moderate.
Be sure you do not miss the tulip poplar (liriodendron tulipifera L) found on the left not long on your hike. Using care, step to its base and gain a greater appreciation of its size. Another feature of importance are the wetlands.
Click here for more information about the trails at Hard Labor Creek.
Horseback Riding
The equestrian area features trails of various lengths up to 22 miles. A gated entrance allows secured access. In addition to the trails this area includes paved parking, campsites with water and electricity, a bathroom with hot showers, and a large riding ring. A negative equine infectious anemia test must be presented prior to riding any state park trail. (See Rules of Stable & Equestrian Etiquette.)
LAKE RUTLEDGE EQUESTRIAN TRAIL
This 14-mile trail features both mature hardwood and hardwood/pine forests. Most striking are the bottoms and the creeks that course through them.
LAKE BRANTLEY EQUESTRIAN TRAIL
This 8-mile trail has both pine and hardwood forests. Deep gorges and granite outcroppings are common. A rock quarry used by the Civilian Conservation Corps can be seen if you are especially observant.
Click here for more information about trails at Hard Labor Creek.
The equestrian area features trails of various lengths up to 22 miles. A gated entrance allows secured access. In addition to the trails this area includes paved parking, campsites with water and electricity, a bathroom with hot showers, and a large riding ring. A negative equine infectious anemia test must be presented prior to riding any state park trail. (See Rules of Stable & Equestrian Etiquette.)
LAKE RUTLEDGE EQUESTRIAN TRAIL
This 14-mile trail features both mature hardwood and hardwood/pine forests. Most striking are the bottoms and the creeks that course through them.
LAKE BRANTLEY EQUESTRIAN TRAIL
This 8-mile trail has both pine and hardwood forests. Deep gorges and granite outcroppings are common. A rock quarry used by the Civilian Conservation Corps can be seen if you are especially observant.
Click here for more information about trails at Hard Labor Creek.
Boating
Pedal boats (seasonal), canoes, and fishing boat rentals are available at this fine park.
Pedal boats (seasonal), canoes, and fishing boat rentals are available at this fine park.
Fishing
Both of the lakes in the park are great for fishing. Pack a lunch and your gear and make it a day!
Both of the lakes in the park are great for fishing. Pack a lunch and your gear and make it a day!
Swimming
From March through September you can come to the park's swimming beach and bathhouse.
Golfing
The Creek Golf Course within the park offers an 18-hole course, driving range and rental carts. Bring your friends and hit the links.
For more information and rates visit www.hardlaborcreekgolf.com
The Creek Golf Course within the park offers an 18-hole course, driving range and rental carts. Bring your friends and hit the links.
For more information and rates visit www.hardlaborcreekgolf.com
Camping
This Park has plenty of outdoor camping opportunities:
This Park has plenty of outdoor camping opportunities:
- 49 Tent, Trailer, and RV Campsites
- Pioneer Campground
- 2 Group Camps (sleeps 75-120)
Picnicking
This park offers various clean, fun, and affordable picnic shelters:
This park offers various clean, fun, and affordable picnic shelters:
- 4 Picnic Shelters and BBQ pit
- 2 Group Shelter (seats 85-120)
Contact Hard Labor Creek State Park
Main Contact
Park (706) 557-3001
Reservations (800) 864-727
Golf (706) 557-3006
Reservations (800) 864-727
Golf (706) 557-3006
Hours of Operation
Park Hours
7 AM - 10 PM
Office Hours
8 AM - 5 PM
Facilities at Hard Labor Creek State Park
For rates visit www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/HardLaborCreek
- 5,804 Acres
- 2 Lakes
- 49 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites (buddy sites available)
- 20 Cottages - cable TV
- Cottages #13 and #17 are dog friendly cottages (fee required per dog, max 2)
- 4 Picnic Shelters and Barbecue Pit
- 2 Group Shelters (seat 85 and 120)
- 2 Group Camps (sleeps 75-120)
- Pioneer Group Campground
- 30 Horse Stalls, Riding Ring and 12 Equestrian Campsites
- Swimming Beach and Bathhouse (seasonal)
- The Creek Golf Course (18-Holes)
Clubs at Hard Labor Creek State Park
Programs at Hard Labor Creek State Park
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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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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