Muddy Spokes
Ride the trails or just ride in the mud. Join the Muddy Spokes Club and you'll be introduced to some 68 miles of mountain bike trails... from not so hard to downright exhausting.
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Mistletoe State Park
Located on 72,000-acre Clarks Hill Lake near Augusta, this park is known as one of the finest bass fishing spots in the nation. During the summer, guests can lay on the beach or cool down in the lake or hike miles of shaded nature trails. The campground is situated on a peninsula, offering spectacular views of both sunset and sunrise over the open water. So pack up the tent, your bike and fishing poles and head out to Mistletoe State Park today.
Activities at Mistletoe State Park
Hiking
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Camping
Picnicking
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Camping
Picnicking
Hiking
CANYON TRAIL LOOP
This 1/3-mile trail has a maximum grade of 10% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed red and white. This is a loop trail off the Cliatt Creek Trail.
OFFICE TRAIL
This 1/2-mile trail has a maximum grade of 10% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed deep pink. This is a connector trail off the Beach Trail.
BEACH TRAIL
This 1.9-mile trail has a maximum grade of 20% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed yellow. It begins just southwest of the campground opposite the dump station.
CAMPGROUND LOOP TRAIL
This 1.5-mile trail has a maximum grade of 15% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed white. The Trailhead is just southwest of the campground opposite the dump station.
ROCK DAM TRAIL
This 6.25-mile trail has a maximum grade of 25% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed blue. The Rock Dam Trail requires 4 stream crossings and is the park's most challenging trail. To access this trail, start at the parking area across from the office to the left of an information kiosk.
ROCK DAM RETURN LOOP TRAIL
This 1-mile trail has a maximum grade of 15% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed red and blue. This is a shortcut on the Rock Dam Trail. It begins about 1.5 miles from the Rock Dam Trailhead. The Return Loop Trail is an old dirt road.
COTTAGE TRAIL
This 1/3-mile trail has a maximum grade of 25% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed orange. This is a spur trail to the Beach Trail. From cottages 1-5, follow the paved road toward the park exit. The Cottage Trailhead is about 1/4 mile from the cottages on your right (north). Look for a trail sign and orange blazes.
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CLIATT CREEK NATURE TRAIL LOOP
This 3.75-mile trail has a maximum grade of 25% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed white. Parking and the trailhead are across from the office next to an information kiosk.
CANYON TRAIL LOOP
This 1/3-mile trail has a maximum grade of 10% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed red and white. This is a loop trail off the Cliatt Creek Trail.
OFFICE TRAIL
This 1/2-mile trail has a maximum grade of 10% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed deep pink. This is a connector trail off the Beach Trail.
BEACH TRAIL
This 1.9-mile trail has a maximum grade of 20% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed yellow. It begins just southwest of the campground opposite the dump station.
CAMPGROUND LOOP TRAIL
This 1.5-mile trail has a maximum grade of 15% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed white. The Trailhead is just southwest of the campground opposite the dump station.
ROCK DAM TRAIL
This 6.25-mile trail has a maximum grade of 25% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed blue. The Rock Dam Trail requires 4 stream crossings and is the park's most challenging trail. To access this trail, start at the parking area across from the office to the left of an information kiosk.
ROCK DAM RETURN LOOP TRAIL
This 1-mile trail has a maximum grade of 15% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed red and blue. This is a shortcut on the Rock Dam Trail. It begins about 1.5 miles from the Rock Dam Trailhead. The Return Loop Trail is an old dirt road.
COTTAGE TRAIL
This 1/3-mile trail has a maximum grade of 25% in 200 feet. The trail is blazed orange. This is a spur trail to the Beach Trail. From cottages 1-5, follow the paved road toward the park exit. The Cottage Trailhead is about 1/4 mile from the cottages on your right (north). Look for a trail sign and orange blazes.
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Biking
Enjoy great cycling on the trails at this park. Join Muddy Spokes Club and get a cool tee-shirt for your efforts!
Boating
There are 3 ramps that provide access to the lake for boaters.
Fishing
Located on 72,000-acre Clarks Hill Lake near Augusta, this park is known as one of the finest bass fishing spots in the nation. Accessible dock.
Swimming
A lakeside beach is a good spot for swimmers and sunbathers. Bring your sunscreen!
Camping
There are all types of outdoor camping available. If you like the neighborly camaraderie of a campground, you'll find it here. If you want a little more privacy you can have that too. Or if you really want to get out there, backcountry campsites are also available:
There are all types of outdoor camping available. If you like the neighborly camaraderie of a campground, you'll find it here. If you want a little more privacy you can have that too. Or if you really want to get out there, backcountry campsites are also available:
- 96 Tent, Trailer, and RV Campsites
- Walk-in Campsites
- Backcountry campsite
- Pioneer Campground
Picnicking
There are:
There are:
- 5 picnic shelters
- Group Shelter (seats 150)
- Beach House (seats 75)
Contact Mistletoe State Park
Main Contact
Park (706) 541-0321
Reservations (800) 864-7275
Reservations (800) 864-7275
Hours of Operation
Park Hours
7 AM - 10 PM
Office Hours
8 AM - 5 PM
Events at Mistletoe State Park
Kids Fishing RodeoMistletoe State Park – Appling, GA
Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 / 9 AM to 12 PM
Kids, we're stocking catfish just so you can catch dinner for the family tonight. You must bring your own pole and bait. Friends of Mistletoe State Park will cook hotdogs and have drinks after the rodeo. Sorry parents, but this event is limited to kids 15 and younger. 706-541-0321.
Facilities at Mistletoe State Park
For rates visit www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/Mistletoe
- 1,920 Acres
- 72,000-Acre Lake
- 96 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites
- 4 Walk-In Campsites
- Camper Cabin (sleeps 4)
- 10 Cottages
- Cottages #1 and #10 are dog friendly (fee required per dog, max 2)
- 5 Picnic Shelters
- Beach House (seats 75)
- Group Shelter (seats 150)
- Pioneer Campground
- Backcountry Campsite
- Swimming Beach (seasonal)
Clubs at Mistletoe State Park
Programs at Mistletoe 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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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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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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