Welcome to Georgia's beautiful parks and historic sites. We extend greetings to you and the wish that your visits to state parks and historic sites and other
DNR managed areas will be both enjoyable and educational. You are invited to explore the exciting world of Georgia's state parks and historic sites -
from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia through the Piedmont to the coastal marshlands with
all their intrigue, there is an exciting experience awaiting you at every stop. This book was designed
to help you discover Georgia. It has been divided into chapters, all of which focus in on certain appealing, popular areas or resources that are available for your pleasure.

NORTH GEORGIA MOUNTAINS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Amicalola Falls, Black Rock Mountain, Cloudland Canyon, Dahlonega Gold Museum, Fort Mountain, Moccasin Creek, Traveler's Rest, Unicoi, and Vogel.
PIEDMONT ................................................ . 12
A. H. Stephens, Fort Yargo, F. D. Roosevelt, Hamburg, Hard Labor Creek, High Falls, Indian Springs, Jarrell Plantation, and Victoria Bryant.
BIG LAKE PARKS ......................................... .18
Bobby Brown, Elijah Clark, George T. Bagby, Hart, Mistletoe, Red Top Mountain, Seminole, and Tugaloo.
GEORGIA PLAINS ..........................................22
General Coffee, George L. Smith II, Georgia Veterans, Gordonia-Alatamaha, Lapham-Patterson House, Little Ocmulgee, Laura S. Walker, Magnolia Springs, Providence Canyon, and Reed Bingham.
INDIAN SITES .............................................. 28
Etowah Mounds, New Echota, Vann House, and Kolomoki Mounds.
BIRTH OF GEORGIA/COAST . ............................... 32
Fort King George, Wormsloe, Sunbury, Fort McAllister, Hofwyl Plantation, Crooked River, Richmond Hill, and Skidaway Island.
DISCOVERY SITES . ......................................... 38
Sloppy Floyd, John Tanner, Panola Mountain, Stephen C. Foster, Sweetwater Creek, Unicoi Conference Center, Watson Mill Bridge, and Will-A- Way Recreation Area.
OTHER INFORMATION .................................... .42
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FOR INFO CALL TOLL- FREE IN GEORGIA : 1-800 -3GA PARK Outside Georgia, 1-800-5GA PARK In Metro Atlanta, 656-3530 Requests for reserva t ions should be made to the individual park office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
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The State Parks and Historic Sites of Georgia are administered by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Parks, Recreation and Hi storic Sites Division , 270 Washington Street, S .W., Atlanta, Georgia 30334. FOR INFORMATION, CALL OFFICE OF INFORMATION AT (404) 656-3530.
The parks and historic sites in Georgia ' s system encompass over 40 ,000 acres of great scenic variety and cover many aspects of the State's history. They are well distributed throughout the State -from the mountains to the sea - and conveniently located near principal highways .
Parks and historic sites are open on a year-round basis. Most facilities are available during winter months except in freezing weather when water systems must be protected.
A full-time superintendent resides in almost every park.

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PARK OFFICE HOURS: 8 a.m . - 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday.
PARK HOURS: Open 7 a.m. Close 10 p.m., with the following exceptions:
Panola Mountain and Sweetwater Creek State Parks
September 15 - April 14 7:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m .
April 15 - September 14 7:00 a.m . to 9:00p.m.
Stephen C. Foster State Park September 15 - February 28 7:00
a.m . to 7:00p.m . March 1 - September 14 6:30
a.m. to 8:30p .m. HISTORIC SITES: Open 9 a.m. -
Close 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Sunday open 2 p.m . - close 5:30 p.m. Closed Mondays (except when Monday is a legal holiday), Christmas and Thanksgiving.
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
JOE D. TANNER COMMISSIONER
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The story of North Georgia is best experienced and understood by visiting this area and becoming immersed in the natural, cultural and recreational resources that are protected within the boundaries of your state parks and historic sites. The southern Appalachian Mountains, waterfalls, wildflowers, wildlife, canyons, history of the Cherokee Indians, the Gold Rush, the Civil War, the Civilian Conservation Corps, hiking, boating, fishing, canoeing and camping, have been and continue to be part of your Georgia heritage.
So come visit the state parks and historic sites of North Georgia.
''Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.''
-Robert Frost
You're invited to come travel this road. A road which allows you to discover, experience, explore and enjoy the natural, cultural and recreational resources which are so much a part of Georgia.

AMICALOLA FALLS STATE PARK
Amicalola, a Cherokee word which means "tumbling water", is a well suited name for this falls, one of the highest in the Southeast U.S., which drops in several cascades some 729 feet. An eight mile approach trail leads from Amicalola Falls to Springer Mountain, which is the Southern terminus for the 2000 mile footpath from Georgia to Maine known as the Appalachian Trail. Experiencing this rugged section of Georgia will give you a better understanding of and appreciation for the men and women of the Gold Rush Days, the Cherokee Indians and others, who adapted to the land and molded their lives so that they could survive in the environment of this area. Amicalola Falls State Park is located 20 miles west of Dahlonega via Highway 19 and 52. For further

information contact: Amicalola Falls State Park, St~r Route, Dawsonville, Georgia, 30534, (404) 265-2885.
BLACK ROCK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Black Rock Mountain State Park at an elevation of 3600 feet above sea level is the highest state park in Georgia, and gives you the chance to experience the flora, fauna and scenic beauty of the most southern portion of the Appalachian Mountains, the oldest mountain chain in North America. Come enjoy the cool peace and quiet of one of North Georgia's most beautiful state parks. Black Rock Mountain State Park is located three miles north of Clayton via U.S. 441 . For further information contact: Black Rock Mountain State Park, Mountain City, Georgia 30562, (404) 746-2141.

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CLOUDLANDCANYONSTATE PARK
Cloudland Canyon State Park has much to offer tho se who love and appreciate the great outdoors . The park provides you the opportunity to camp, hike and enjoy the beauty of the canyons and waterfalls . Some falls plunge 700-800 feet to the floor of the canyons far below. As the seaso ns change in the state parks in North Georgia, autumn with its spectacular color is a very special time to visit Cloudland Canyon. Cloudland Canyon State Park is located just 20 miles northwest of LaFayette via Ga. 136. For further information contact: Cloudland Canyon State Park , Rising Fawn , Georgia 30738, (404) 657-4050.
DAHLONEGA GOLD MUSEUM
The cry of " There 's Gold In Them Thar Hills", still echoes through the halls of the Dahlonega Gold Museum in Dahlonega , Georgia . When the news spread that gold had been discovered in North Georgia on Cherokee land ,

thousands of gold seekers flocked into Northeast Georgia about 1828-1829 , starting our nation 's first major gold rush . You are invited to experience first hand the architecture of one of the oldest buildings still in use in North Georgia and to discover this unique portion of the history of the mountain region. The Dahlonega Gold Mu se um is located on Public Square in Dahlonega. For further information contact: Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum , P.O . Box 478 Dahlonega , Georgia 30533, (404) 864-2257.
FORT MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Fort Mountain State Park , which is located in the Chattahoochee National Fores t and close to th e Cohutta Wild erness Area, offers so methin g for everyone in a beautiful mountain setting. When you visit the park you can hike , fish , spend a night on the soo n-to-be completed backpacking trail , explore the Stone Wall for which the park is named or ju st sit back , relax and enjoy

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the fantastic scenery of North Georgia. Fort Mountain State Park is located just 7 miles east of Chatsworth via Highway 76 , I Y2 hour dr~ve from Atlanta. For further information contact: Fort Mountain State Park, Chatsworth , Georgia 30705 , (404) 695-2621 .
MOCCASIN CREEK STATE PARK
Moccasin Creek State Park , known as the park where Spring spends the Summer , is nestled in the North Georgia mountains on the shore of beautiful Lake Burton. While staying at the park you can boat , hike , visit the Lake Burton Fish Hatchery , fish in the cool mountain streams or just explore and enjoy the peaceful environment of this special place . Moccasin Creek

State Park is located 20 miles north of Clarkesville via Ga . 197. For further information contact: Moccasin Creek State Park, Route I, Clarkesville, Georgia 30523, (404) 947-3194.
TRAVELERS REST HISTORIC SITE
Devereaux Jarrett, a shrewd businessman of the 1830's, operated Travelers Rest as a plantation and opened it to the public as an inn , trading post and post office. Come visit this beautiful pioneer home and early hotel and experience the past which has been preserved for you. Travelers Rest Historic Site is located 6 miles east of Toccoa via U.S. 123 . For further information contact: Travelers Rest Historic Site, Route 3, Toccoa, Georgia 30577 (404) 886-2256 .

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UNICOI STATE PARK
Unicoi State Park is a different world where peopl e can get away from it all and ex perience first hand the beauties a nd wonders of nature . Facilities on the park includ e a Co nference Center and Lodge , which can accom modate up to 200 people, cottages , campsites , hikin g trails and two beaches on a coo l 53-acre mountain lake. Unicoi also prov ides a year round sc hed ul e of programmed ac tiviti es to round out your enjoyable experience in th e mountains of North Georg ia. Unicoi State Park is located I mile northwes t of Helen via Ga . 356. For further informa tion contact: Unicoi State Park , P.O. Box 256 , Helen , Georgia 30545 , (404) 878-2201.
MA ST ER CHARGE A D VISA ACCE PTED AT U ICO I LODGE/ CRAFf SH OP/ RESTA RA NT .

VOGEL STATE PARK
Vogel State Park , Georgia ' s second oldes t state park , is located in the heart of the North Georgia mountains, held securely in the southe rn reaches of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whe n visitin g Vogel yo u can boa t , fish a nd e njoy the bea utiful mountain sce nery by hiking a short sec ti on of the nearby Appalachian Trail or vis iting Brasstown Bald , the hi ghes t po int in Georg ia . You ' ll ex perie nce a greater appreciation for and understanding of the flora , fauna a nd people who li ve in thi s rugged section of North Georgia . Vogel State Park is located ju st II miles south of Blairsv ille via U.S. 19/1 29 . For further information contact: Vogel Sta te Park , BJajrsv ille , Georgia 30512, (404) 745-2628.



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Piedmont Georgia holds the key to one of the most exciting and diverse recreational and historic opportunities for the parks and historic sites visitor in Georgia. This is an area of rolling hills that once contained the finest crop land in the south.
Within those rolling red clay hills of Piedmont Georgia, there lie recreational opportunities just waiting to be tapped by the state park and historic site visitor. There is something here to please everyone's fancy and taste.
Georgia's Piedmont parks offer golfing, fishing, camping under those tall Georgia pines, cottages and all the swimming your heart desires. Piedmont Georgia (often called the "Classic South") is blessed with antebellum homes such as you will see at A. H. Stephens State Park. You will think the time clock has been set back a hundred years as the steam engine whistle shrills loudly from the mill complex as you gather the summer crops at Jarrell Plantation in the heart of Piedmont Georgia. Whatever your pleasure you will find it in the state parks or historic sites of Piedmont Georgia.

A. H. STEPHENS STATE PARK
Located in historic Taliaferro County, this park offers both recreational and historic features. At A. H. Stephens one can enjoy one of many outdoor activities that include swimming, camping, hiking, boating and fishing. For the history buff, one can visit Liberty Hall, the home of A. H. Stephens who served as vice-president of the Confederacy and was a political leader in Georgia. Next door is the Confederate Museum which houses one of the finest collections of Confederate artifacts in Georgia. A. H. Stephens is easily accessible from 1-20 by taking the Crawfordville exit, north on Highway 22 for two miles. The park is located within the city limits of Crawfordville, Georgia. For further information contact: A. H. Stephens State Park, Crawfordville, Georgia 30631. (404) 456-2602.
FORT YARGO STATE PARK
This park offers the visitor a variety of

recreational and historic opportunities. At Fort Yargo, one can boat, fish or swim in the lake or play tennis. There is camping and picnicking also. Within the park there exists an old Jog fort or blockhouse built in 1792, for which the park was named.
The park is easily accessible by going south from Winder on Ga. Route 81. Enjoy your stay and plan to visit other state parks conveniently located throughout the state. For further information contact: Fort Yargo State Park, Winder, Georgia 30680. (404) 867-3489.
FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT STATE PARK
Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park is one of the largest state parks in the system and is a park deeply rooted in the historical era of Roosevelt. Not only is the park historically significant, it is an outstanding outdoor recreation area providing magnificent scenic views and many recreational opportuni-

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ties. One can fish, swim , camp and enjoy the cottages. Originally , Franklin D. Roosevelt was established on Pine Mountain during the days of the CCC movement of the Depress ion years. Many buildings and facilities still exist on the park that were constructed from native Pine Mountain fieldstone .
Franklin D . Roosevelt is easily accessible by going west from Warm Springs on Georgia Route 190 or going south of the town of Pine Mountain on U.S . 27. For further information contact: F . D. Roosevelt State Park , Pine Mountain , Georgia 31822. (404) 6634858 .

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HAMBURG STATE PARK
Have you ever see n an old waterpowered grist mill grind corn into meal ? At Hamburg State Park, you ca n actuall y see the long leath er belts turn large grinding stones.
Don' t forget to visit the mu seum and remember the "good old days " by vis itin g the Country Store and purchasing a package of freshly gro und corn meal. At Hamburg you can picni c, cam p and " drown a worm" as you wai t for the bite of a crappie, brea m , catfi sh or maybe a bass or two. Hamburg is eas il y access ibl e from Sandersville by go ing north on Ga. 15 to th e intersectio n of Ga. I02 and 248 th at will take you right to the park . For further informatio n contac t: Hamb urg State Park , Route 2, Box 135, Mitchell , Georg ia 30820. (9 12) 552-2393.
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HARD LABOR CREEK STATE PARK
" Hard Labor" is the farthest thought from your mind as you enjoy one of many fine recreational activities provided on thi s park. Here you can enjoy a game of golf, sw im , fish or canoe the lake.
Hard Labor Creek State Park , one of the Civilian Conservation Corps parks in Georgia , offers cottages, camping, picnicking, horseback riding trail s, and hiking for your enjoyment. Hard Labor Creek is easily accessible from Atlanta and other areas from 1-20 by taking the Rutledge exit and traveling north two miles . For further information contact: Hard Labor Creek State Park , Rutledge, Georgia 30663. (404) 557-2863 .

HIGH FALLS STATE PARK
Come to High Falls and enjoy the park's camping, swimming or picnicking facilities . Be sure to walk the foot trail and li sten carefully over the roar of the shoals; you might hear the sounds of High Falls' ghost town . Look for the grist mill foundations , and you might hear Wheeler's Confederate cavalry retreating from Federal troops as they burn the mill and its stored supplies. High Falls is a good place to spend nights camping and days picnicking, fishing and taking life easy. High Falls is easily accessible from 175 by taking the High Falls Road exit and going 1.8 miles east. For further information contact: High Falls State Park, Route 3, Jackson, Georgia 30233. Phone is (912) 994-5080.

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INDIAN SPRINGS STATE PARK
Located in south Butts County, Indi an Springs State Park is considered to be one of the oldest state parks in the United States. Here one can enj oy cottages, camp ing, swimming, fis hing and boating. Be sure to visit where the Creek Indi ans fo r many centuri es visited the mineral spring, whose waters res tored health to the sick and imparted extra vi gor to the well. Popularity with the nati ve inhabitants earned the si te the name " Indi an Springs". The park is eas il y accessible from Jackson by going south on U .S . 23 and taking G a. 42 to the co mmunity of Indian Springs. For further information contact: Ind ian Springs State Park , Indian Springs, Georgia 30231 . (404) 775-7241 .

JARRELL PLANTATION HISTORIC SITE
When Bl ake Fitz Jarre ll moved hi s famil y to Jones Co unty in the earl y 1820 's, th ey ca me to stay. In th e 1840's hi s son , John Fitz, built the fi rst dwellin g o n th e land where Jarrell Plantati on is now located . Despite th e ravages of war, economi c depress ion , so il eros io n, and the boll weev il , th e famil y remained. They achi eved a hi gh degree of self-s uffi ciency - and survived - when many of thei r friend s and ne ighbors were fo rced to pac k up and move on .
The ori g inal dwelling still stands, as do many other structures built betwee n the 1840's and the 1940's. Though they wear the di stincti ve and respectable wea thered co lors of age, they have bee n cared for and preserved .

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Today , the visitor to Jarrell Plantation can see such things as an original and operating blacksmith shop , a steampowered grist mill and cotton gin, and man y other original structures and equipment used by the famil y . You may even have to help pick the summer crops. Do not miss Jarrell Plantation , it is a good place to visit.
Jarrell Plantation is located in Jones County , about fifteen miles from 1-75 . The plantation can be reached by taking the Juliette Road out of Forsyth, or by taking Route 18. It is situated midway along a dirt road that connects Juliette Road and Route 18 . For further information contact: Jarrell Plantation Historic Site , Route I , Juliette , Georgia 31046. (912) 986-5172.

VICTORIA BRYANT STATE PARK
Nestled in the upper Piedmont section of Georgia, this park provides facilities ranging from picnicking and swimming to golf and camping. You can enjoy fishing in the stocked fish pond and hikers can take the nature trail that winds its way through the hardwoods that are found throughout the park . The park is easily accessible from Franklin Springs by motoring north on Georgia Route 327 . For further information contact: Victoria Bryant State Park, Route 1, Box 257, Royston, Georgia 30662 . (404) 245-6270.

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If the terms rooster tail, bushwacker, Little George, or hiking out bring to your mind acres of clear open water, then Georgia's big lake parks are for you.
Until a few years ago, Georgia was blessed with numerous rivers but few lakes. Today, thanks to the efforts of the U.S Army Corps of Engineers, the state can boast of 230,000 acres of some of the best boating, fishing, and sailing waters in the nation.
Eight state parks are located on the big lakes across the state. These parks offer camping and fully-equipped cabins overlooking the water, picnicking and swimming along the shores, and boat ramps and docks for fast entry into the cool waters. Nature trails and pioneer camping allow scout groups to enjoy the outdoors, while group shelters and picnic shelters near the lakes are ideal spots for family reunions or church gatherings.
Please note that the Department of Natural Resources does not operate any parks on Lake Lanier. For information, call Lake Lanier at 404/945-6701.

BOBBY BROWN STATE PARK Beautifully situated on a peninsula where the Broad and Savannah Rivers flow into Clark Hill Reservoir, Bobby Brown State Park offers access to the largest reservoir in Georgia and to some of the southeast's largest striped bass. Catches of 30 lb. bass are not unusual off this 664-acre park which was named in memory of Lt. Robert T. Brown, U.S. Navy, who gave his life in World War II.
Visitors can reach the park by motoring south on Ga. 72 from Elberton, Georgia. For further information contact: Bobby Brown State Park, Route 4, Box 232, Elberton, Georgia 30635. (404) 283-3313.
ELIJAH CLARK STATE PARK Named for a frontiersman and Indian fighter who led the upcountry militia during the Revolutionary War, today Elijah Clark State Park is a haven for vacationers interested in boating,

fishing, picnicking or swimming. Located on the western shore of Clark Hill Reservoir, this park offers cabins and campsites overlooking the water, a nearby boat ramp and a scenic picnic area equipped with barbecue grills and playground. Living history programs at the reconstructed log cabin and nature walks round out the activities which can be enjoyed by the whole family at this Georgia state park.
The park is easily accessible by going north from Lincolnton on U.S. 378. For further information contact: Elijah Clark State Park, Lincolnton, Georgia 30817. (404) 359-3458.
GEORGE T. BAGBY STATE PARK The fish that reside in the waters at Lake Walter F. George have a widespread reputation for being quick, clever and tasty. Each year fishermen of all ages rendezvous at George T. Bagby State Park to try their luck on

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this southwestern Georgia reservoir. Modern cabins and convenient campsites with nearby boat ramps offer easy access to thi s 45 ,000-acre lake . Nearby group shelters and picnic shelters are perfect places for the family to fry their catch.
George T . Bagby State Park is located 15 miles north of Fort Gaines off Ga . 39. For further information contact: George T. Bagby State Park , Route 2, Georgetown , Georgia 31754. (912) 768-2660.
HART STATE PARK
Swimming , boating and fishing at Lake Hartwell are prime reasons for visitors to come to Hart State Park in northeast Georgia. Largemouth bass , black crappie, bluegill bream, rainbow trout, and walleyed pike can be found in the sparkling waters of this 56,000-acre reservoir. The boat ramp and boat dock at this state park offer easy access to all water sports.
To arrive at Hart State Park , go east from Hartwell on U.S . 29 to the intersection with Ga. 8 and then travel north seven miles. For further information contact: Hart State Park, 1515 Hart Park Road, Hartwell, Georgia 30643 . (404) 376-8756.
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MISTLETOE STATE PARK
Nestled along the coves of the southern side of Clark Hill Reservoir , Mistletoe State Park offers boaters and fishermen fully-equipped cabins, campsites and picnic areas along the shores of thi s beautiful eastern Georgia lake. Landlubbers can enjoy hiking through the hardwood and pine forests and everyone seeking fun can participate in the special programs.
Mistletoe State Park is 12 miles north of 1-20 East off Exit No. 60. For further information contact: Mistletoe State Park , Route I , Appling, Georgia 30802. (404) 541-0321.
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RED TOP MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
The area surrounding Red Top Mountain State Park is rich in Cherokee Indian and Civil War hi story. Today vacationers on Interstate 75 rarely pass up the chance to enjoy the park' s day use or overnight facilities. Situated on a I ,950-acre peninsula along Lake Allatoona only l 1/ 2 miles east of the major Florida route , Red Top Mountain State Park can introduce you to boating, fishing and general relaxation in the red clay hills located 40 miles north of Atlanta. Special features include a marina and horsetrails.
To reach the park, take 1-75 , Exit No. 123 (Red Top Mountain) and follow the signs. For further information contact: Red Top Mountain State Park, Route No . 2, Cartersville, Georgia 30120. (404 974-5182 .

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SEMINOLE STATE PARK
Named afte r th e Indi a ns who first enj oyed the resources of southwest Georgia , today Seminole State Park offers cam ping , cottages , pi c ni ck in g and a large supervised sw immin g beac h a lo ng th e shores of Lake Seminole. Averaging 15 feet or less deep , Lake Seminole is sha ll ow by compari son to Georgia's oth er bi g lakes, but the natural lime si nk po nd s fl ooded by th e lake hid e a g reater number of th e fish spec ies than a ny oth er lake in the state.
Se mino le State Park is 16 mil es south of Do nalsonvill e via G a. 39 . For further information contact: Seminole State Park , Donal sonville, Georg ia 31745. (9 12) 861-3137.

TUGALOO STATE PARK
Tuga loo State Park offers a ll the comfo rts of home with th at spec ial touch of no rth Georg ia hospitality. After boatin g and fishing, vis itors ofte n gath er at the group she lter for blueg rass mu sic , clogging o r appl e sq ueez in 's. The n th ey retire to o ne of 15 fully-equipped -cabins or 138 campsites. The nex t mo rning they ri se to clean mo unta in a ir and ano ther day of fun a nd re laxation alo ng the 56 ,000 acres of Lake Hartwe ll. Fishing is excelle nt year-round and th e largemouth bass are pl entiful.
Tu galoo is located six mil es north of Lavonia off Ga. 328 via 1-85 . For further information contact: Tugaloo State Park , Route I, Lavonia , Georgia 30553 . (404) 356-4362.

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Come to Georgia's open space country. Parks and historic sites here offer the visitor a unique view and feeling that can only be found in the heart of rural Georgia's agriculture belt. One can see the natural beauty of Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon", the architectural beauty of winter resort homes of Thomasville, and the diversity of camping, swimming and boating pleasures that await you in the Georgia Plains. Y'all come and enjoy where rural Georgians take life easy.

GENERAL COFFEE STATE PARK
General Coffee State Park is one of the state 's newest outdoor recreation areas . Seventeen-Mile River, which flows through the park , creates a swamp where many different species of plant and animal life can be seen . General Coffee is easily accessible by going east 6 miles from Doug las on Ga. 32 . For further information contact: General Coffee State Park , Route 2, Box 62-A , Nicholls, Georgia 31554 . (912) 384-7082 .
GEORGE L. SMITH II STATE PARK
This park memorializes a famous Georgian who served in Georg ia 's legislature for many years. Here one can fish in the millpond or view the

natural beau ty of the blue heron , anhinga, and white ibi s.
In the midst of the cypress trees stands Watson' s Mill , an 1880 combination dam, covered bridge and mill hou se known for its architecture.
George L. Smith is 8 miles north of Metter off Ga. 23 or 14 miles east of Swainsboro. For further information contact: George L. Smith II State Park , P.0 . Box 57, Twin City, Georgia 30471. (912) 763-2759 .
GEORGIA VETERANS STATE PARK
Thi s park is a memorial to all veterans who served, fought or died for freedom in thi s country. See the park memorial mu seum and outdoor military exhibits as well as fish , boat or ski in Lake Blackshear which surrounds the peninsula where the park is located. The park is located on U .S . 280, 9 miles west of Cordele which is just off 1-75. The address is Cordele, Georgia 31015. Phone (912) 273-2190.

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GORDONIA-ALATAMAHA STATE PARK
Much of this park lies on a common coastal plain geologic formation, a sa nd hill on the eastern side of the Ohoopee River. Here one can picnic, fish, or have fun on the pedal boats in the lake. You might spot a gopher tortoise digging a tunnel or find a Gordonia alatamaha (now extinct in its
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furthe r info rmati on contact: LaphamPatte rson House Hi stori c Site, 626 Dawso n Street , Thomasvill e , Georg ia 3 1792. (91 2) 226-0405 .

LITTLE OCMULGEE STATE PARK
He re one ca n go lf, swim , a nd pl ay te nni s at one of Georg ia's most popul ar rec reati o nal state parks. Littl e Oc mul gee State Park offers pi cni c king for the day or stay ove rni ght in th e campground or a cottage. Littl e Ocmul gee is located 2 mil es north of Ma Rae via U .S . 3 19 a nd 441 . For furth er in fo rm ati on contac t: Littl e Ocmulgee State Park , McRae , Georgia 3 1055 . (91 2) 868-2832.

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wild form ) for whi ch the park was na med . G ordoni a is conve ni e ntl y located w ithin the city limits of Reid sville, Georg ia, just off U .S . 280 . For further informati on contact: Gordoni aAl atamaha State Park , P .O . Box 1047 , Re id vill e, Georgia 3045 3. (91 2) 5576444.
LAPHAM-PATTERSON HOUSE HISTORIC SITE
He re one ca n ex pl ore the Vi ctori an Era in America through a ble nd of ex hibits, furni shed rooms, a nd spec ial progra ms.
The Laph a m-Pa tte rso n House is recogni zed as one of the mos t outsta nding architec tural exampl es of the Vi ctori a n Era. It also refl ec ts Th omasv ille's popul arity as a winter resort a mong Ame ri ca 's wealth y individuals in the late 1880 's . For

LAURA S. WALKER STATE PARK
Located in " Okefe nokee Country", most of Laura S . W alker rese mbles the scenery typical of the upl and s around the swamp . He re one can fi sh or boat in the lake or picnic und er th e coo l Georgia pines . If ca mping is your style , you will find numerou s campsites near the lake, all w ithin easy walkin g di stance from most of Laura S . Walker's swimming and boating fac ilities. The park is conve ni e ntl y located I0 mil es so utheas t of W ayc ross o ff U .S . 84 o n Ga. 177 . For furth er informati o n contact: Laura S . W alker State Park , Wayc ross, Georgia 3150 I . (912) 283 -4424 .
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS STATE PARK
Magnoli a Springs State Park offers a vari ety of rec reati onal opportunities and fac ilities, in cluding picnicking, nature tra il s, water skiing, camping a nd cottages . He re li es the re mains of a forme r prison stockade fo r Fede ral soldi ers so se lec ted because of the natural sprin gs located on th e park . Adj acent to the park is the Mill en Nati onal Fi sh Hatche ry tha t contains interes ting ex hibits. Mag no li a Springs is located 5 mil es north of Millen on U. S . 25 .

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For further information contact: Magnolia Springs State Park , Millen , Georgia 30442. (912) 982-1660.
PROVIDENCE CANYON STATE PARK
Here one can ee the breathtaking colors form the soil layers of Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon " . At Providence Canyon there is an interpretive center, a picnic area, and a large family and group shelter that can be reserved on a daily basis. Bring your camera and capture the beauty of the wild azaleas or other wildflowers on thi s unique park . Providence Canyon i located seven miles west of Lumpkin on Ga . 396.
For further information contact: Providence Canyon State Park , Route

2, Box 33 , Lumpkin , Georgia 31818. (912) 838-6202.
REED BINGHAM STATE PARK
The 375-acre lake that the park surrounds provides a variety of recreational activities including boating , ski ing, fi shing and a beach for sw imming . The Coastal Plains Nature Trail crosses numerous habitats representati ve of southern Georg ia . There is camping available and several fac ilities ava ilable for large groups. Reed Bingha m is easily access ible from 1-75 . Ju st take G a. 37 ex it , then go west on Ga. 37, 6 miles west of Adel.
For further information contact: Reed Bingham State Park , P.O . Box 459, Adel , Georgia 31620. (912) 8967788.


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M-11 George L. Smith II

C-15 Geor91' T. Bagby

G-14 Georgl:a Veterans Memorial

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H-7 Hard Labor Creek

J-4 Hart

F-9 High Falla P-17 Holwyi-Broadfleld Planta11on G-8 Indian ~lnga B-3 James . (Siol:,';y) Floyd H-9 Jarrell Planla1 n B-7 John Tanner C-16 Kolomokl Mounds G-19 Lapham-Pa11erson House M-17 Laura S. Walker K-13 Little Ocmulgee N-10 Magnolia Springs

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F-7 Panola Mountain

C-14 Providence Canyon

D-5 Red Tgf, Mountain

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Q-14 Skldaway Island

Ml-19 Stephen C. Foster

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Indi a ns occ upi ed Georg ia at least 12,000 yea rs befor w hite me n ca me . o rth wes t Geo rg ia offe rs fo ur vie ws of Indi a n culture, before and afte r Europea ns ca me to Georg ia . The mys teri o u ruins on Fo rt Mounta in (see Mou_ntain Parks Sec ti o n) prese nt a view of a ce re moni a l ce nte r over I ,000 yea r old. Etowa h Mounds offe r a view of the Mi ss i sippi an India n Peri od (A. D . 800- 1540) wh ere Indi a n were farme r and moundbuild e rs. ew Echota and th e Chi e f Ya nn Ho use he lp te ll th e sto ry of th e Che ro kee Indi a ns aft er 1800 . Ko lo mo ki Mo und s, in so uth wes t G eorg ia, po rtray a soc ie ty imil ar to Etowah w ith co mpli cated cere mo ni es, ritu a ls a nd huge earth e n mo unds.

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ETOWAH MOUNDS ARCHAEOLOGICAL AREA
Eto wah Mo und Archaeolog ica l Area and mu seum offe rs vis itors a view of a soc iety ri c h in ritu al and arti fac ts. The co ll ec tio ns incl ud e ite ms of she ll , cerami cs, wood, coppe r , bo ne, tone and textil e . These artifact ca me fro m what was orth G eorg ia's Iarges t to wn whe n He rn a ndo de Soto arri ved . You ca n still see ev ide nce of thi s thri ving tow n. Th e Iarge t mo und ta nd s 63 feet above th e and y loa m of th e Eto wah Ri ver Va ll ey whi ch the Indi ans so successfull y farmed .
Eto wah Mo und i located 4. 7 mil es S. W. of 1-7 5 o ff G a. 61 Ro ute I , Carte rsv ill e, G eorg ia 301 20 (404) 3822704 .

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NEW ECHOTA HISTORIC SITE
At New Echota rested the hopes of the sovereign Cherokee Nation . Here the Cherokees established a capital in 1825 and fought to stay, not with guns, but wi th the white men ' printed page, laws and court . Here at the museum, the vi itor can glimpse the culture of the Cherokee before th ey moved west on the " Trail of Tears". You can tour the recon structed Supreme Court bu ilding and the Print Shop where the bi ling ual newspaper , the Che rokee Phoen ix , was printed. You can visit the restored Yann Tavern and see where missionary Samuel Worcester lived.
ew Echota is located 0.5 mil e E . of 1-75 via Ga . 225 Route 3, Calhoun , Georgia 3070 I (404) 629-8 151
CHIEF VANN HOUSE HISTORIC SITE
See the finest home in the old Cherokee ation. Built in 1804-5 by the Yann family , thi s Federal Style home was, and is, a tru e showplace. The beautifully-painted and appointed rooms dispell any ideas of Cherokee "savages" . The hou e was the center of a profitable plantation staffed by

egro lave . The Yanns owned ferries, mills, inn and taverns . The hou se reflects thi s heritage with its pe riod and reproduction furni hings .
Yann Ho use is located at inte rsecti on of U.S. 76 and Ga. 225 , Chatsworth, Georgia 30705 (404) 6952598.
KOLOMOKIMOUNDSSTATE PARK
Three different Indi an cultures occupied what is now Kolomoki Mound State Park from A. D . 800 to 1200. Vi sitors can visit a mu seum th at encloses pa rt of excavated Mound "E" which was built by the Weeden Isla nd c ulture. You can climb th e 56-feet tall Great Templ e Mound constructed by the Kolomoki cu lture and look over the area that once held a tow n of from 2,000 to 3,000 population. You can locate the mound that surrounded what was a clean swept pl aza and me ntall y picture the impressive ceremonies that took pl ace over 700 year ago.
Kolomoki Mounds State Park is located 6 mile . of Bl akely, off U.S. 27, Blakely , Georgia 3 1723 (912) 7235296.

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Skida way Island
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From th e sea-washed Golde n I Je and the vas t salt mar hes to the long leaf pine woods of the inl and plains, Georg ia's coast eems a world of its own.
To the east lie T ybee , Ossabaw , St . Catherines, Sapelo , St. Simons, Jekyll , Cumberl a nd , Wassaw, Blackbeard a nd Skidaway island . The e islands ab orb energy from tides and allow the sediments brought drown by rivers to settle in quiet lagoo ns behind them. Whenever the water i hallow enough, vegetation convert the tidal flats into marshes with their highly productive ecological systems . The mainland ri ses out of the marsh and sweeps westward to pine woods. Swimming , boating, fishing, crabbing, shrimping and hunting draw people to the coa t, ju t a the land drew the Indians about 10-15 ,000 year ago .
The Paleo-Indians who first came to the marsh were followed by other peoples. The Guale - peaceful foragers and farmers were inhabiting the land at the time of European contact.
Spaniards colonized "Guale", as they named it , and for about ISO years mi ss ion bell s rang out over the sea island and mainland. Indian revolts and British press ure from Carolina forced the Spaniard to flee to St. Au gustine , abandoning Guale .
Fort King George was built on the Altamaha delta in 1721 , but not until 1733 would the Briti h occupy the territory. Thi s new colony would serve a a buffer for Carolina , aid British attempts to control the Indian trade , and it would produce commercial products such as silk.
Jame Oglethorpe guided the infant colony through its first years, making treaties with the Indians and leading its troops against the Spani sh . In 1752 Georgia became a royal colony. By the eve of the American Revolution , Georgia wa no longer the typical frontier but resembled the other southern colonies.

FORT KING GEORGE HISTORIC SITE The Briti sh and th eir Indian allies had driven the Spani sh and the Guale Ind ians from coastal Georgia by 1702 . After the Yamasee War in 1715 , the Fre nch bega n ex panding eastward from Lo ui siana , sea rching for an overland and downri ver route to the Atlantic. Fearing French encirclement, the British fortified the Altamaha. Though bui lt to protect from the spectre of French expansionism, the fort was

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abandoned because of Spanish and Indian pressure on the lower plantations of Carolina.
Fort King George Historic Site is located I .5 miles east of U.S. 17 at Darien on Fort King George Drive. For further information contact: Curator, Fort King George Historic Site, P.O. Box 711, Darien, Georgia 31305. (912) 437~4770.
WORMSLOE HISTORIC SITE
This country estate on the Isle of Hope south of Savannah was acquired by the Jones family in 1736, three years after the colony's founding. Until the State acquired Wormsloe over two centuries later , it remained in the hands of the Jones family . The tabby ruins on the site are those of a fortified house built about 1739. Wormsloe was home to one of the colony's foremost leaders , to a physician and Revolutionary patriot , and to two antiquarians who ama sed an invaluable collection of hi torical documents, maps and engraving pertaining to Georgia history.
Wormsloe is located seven miles southeast of Savannah. Take l- 16 to

Loop 26, follow to Skidaway Road, right on Skidaway Road and follow signs . For further information contact: Wormsloe Historic Site, P.O. Box 13852, Savannah, Georgia 31406. (912) 352-2548.
SUNBURY HISTORIC SITE
Sunbury , one of the " dead towns" of Georgia, was once a thriving seaport. The Revolutionary Fort Morris served as the base for three American expeditions against British Florida and wa taken after a short bombardment by the British in 1779. The surviving fort, Fort Defiance, was built at the end of the War of 1812 and was garrisoned by Confederate forces during the Civil War. Sunbury Historic Site is located east of 1-95 and Ga. 38. Take Ga. 38 east and follow the sign . For further information contact: Sunbury Historic Site, Route I, Box 236, Midway , Georgia 31320. (912) 884-5999.
FORT McALLISTER HISTORIC SITE
During repeated attacks by the Union Navy , in the Civil War, Fort

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McAlli ster' s earthwo rks with stood th e heav ies t nava l g un s used at th at time. She rma n 's troops came overl a nd and succeeded in ca pturing the fo rt whe re nava l forc es had fa il ed . With the fall of Fort McAlli ste r came th e fall of Sava nn ah . Fo rt McAlli ster Hi sto ri c Site i located I0 mil es eas t o f 1-95 o n Ga . Spur 144. Ta ke G a. 144 eas t from 1-95 until G a . Spur 144 . Turn le ft o n G a. Spur 144 a nd foll ow s ig ns. Fo r furth er information contact: Fo rt McAlliste r Historic Site, P .O. Box 198 , Ric hmond Hill , Georg ia 31324 . (912 ) 727-2339 .

agri cultura l a nd business acti viti es cha rac te ri sti c o f c ulti vatin g ri ce and ma nag in g a ri ce pl a ntati on . On the hum an side, Hofwy l-Broadfie ld offers a g limpse into th e li ves of the peopl e who wo rked the pl antati o ns: ri ce pl anters, overseers, s laves.
Hofwy i-Broadfie ld Pl antati o n Hi sto ric Site is located on U.S . 17 , 6 miles south of Darie n, I mile east of l95 . For further inform ati o n co ntac t: Hofwyi -Broadfie ld Plantati on , Route 2, Box 83 , Bruns wick , Georg ia 3 1520 . (91 2) 264-9263 .

HOFWYL-BROADFIELD PLANTATION HISTORIC SITE
Hofw yl-Broadfi e ld was a wo rkin g ri ce plantati o n throug ho ut the 19th century. It de mon strates th e evo luti o n of a plantation in G eorg ia's ri ce coast fro m 1807 - 1973 . The site interpre ts th e

CROOKED RIVER STATE PARK
Located o n a low blu ff o n the south ba nk of the Crooked Ri ver , C rooked Ri ver Sta te Park offers cottages and ca mpsites, nature tra il s, fi shin g, wimming, and pi c ni c king, all in a

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bea utiful coastal setting. The park is near Saint Marys and Cumberl and Isla nd ati ona! Seas hore. Croo ked River State Park is loca ted 12 mil es eas t from Kin gs land off .S. 17 on Ga. 40 Spur . 8 mil es off 1-95 . For further informati on contact: Crooked River State Park , Kings land , Georgia 3 1548. (91 2) 882- 5256 .
RICHMOND HILL STATE PARK
Loca ted on Genes is Bluff on the so uth ba nk of th e Ogeechee Ri ve r, just up ri ve r from Fort McAlli ster Historic Si te, th e park offe rs th e visitor ca mping, picni ckin g. fishin g, access to Fort Mc Alli ster. a;d a bea ~tiful view ac ross the marshes of th e Ogeechee. Ri chmond Hill State Park is located 10 mil es east of 1-95 on Ga. Spur 144. Ta ke Ga. 144 eas t from 1-95 until Ga. Spur 144 . Turn left on Ga. Spur 144 and foll ow signs. For furth er informa-

ti on co ntac t: Ri chm ond Hill State Park , P.O . Box 270 , Ri chmond Hill , Georgia 3 1324. (91 2) 727-2242.
SKIDAWAY ISLAND STATE PARK
Skid away Island tate Park is loca ted on Skid away Island, south of th e juncture of th e Wilmington an d Skidaway Ri vers. The island is a barri er island. with hi gher land in the ce nter surround ed by marsh and estu arie . The park co nt ains tid al est uari es, salt marshes and maritime fo res t stands . It offers campin g, sw imm in g, fishin g, picni ckin g . nat ure trail s. ; nd proxim it y to hi stori c Sa ann ah . Sk idaway Island State Park is located 8 mil es southeast of Sa ann ah. Take 1- 16 to Loop 26, foll ow to Skid aw ay Road. ri ght on Skid away Road . For further in fo rm ati on contact: Skidaway Island State Park , Savann ah, Georgia 3 1406. (912) 352-8599 .

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Fargo? Helen? Lithia Springs?
These strange sounding place names may not be very familiar to you. They are not familiar to many seasoned Georgia travelers. However, they hold the key to some outstanding discoveries of interesting, out-of-the-way places that offer an afternoon or even two weeks of fun, fellowship and interesting experiences. The sites you will read about in this chapter have been appropriately described as Discovery Sites because they offer a natural resource, a recreation area, a public fishing lake, or even an interesting and mysterious trip into the Okefenokee Swamp. If you are tired of the routine recreation areas and are looking for a different type experience, why not give these areas a second look? You may discover that you have been missing an absolutely marvelous outdoor recreation experience. As you discover Georgia, why not seek to discover the following sites:

JAMES H. "SLOPPY" FLOYD STATE PARK
This park is named for a well-known legislator. The park features outstanding seasonal fishing on two managed lakes. This park is nestled adjacent to the picturesque surroundings of the Chattahoochee National Forest. The park is located three miles southeast of Summerville, Georgia, off U.S. 27. For further information contact: James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park, Route I, Summerville, Georgia 30747. (404) 857-5211.
JOHN TANNER STATE PARK
This park is one of the best recreation areas in the State Parks system. Within its boundaries are two lakes for swimming, boating, fishing, and it features the longest beach in the State Parks system. Named for its former owner, this park offers an ideal location for an afternoon or week of fun not too far away from all of the conveniences to be found in nearby Carrollton, Geor-

gia. The park is located six miles west of Carrollton off 1-20 west and Ga. 16. For further information contact: John Tanner State Park, Route 7. Box 181, Carrollton, Georgia 30117. (404) 8327545.
PANOLA MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION STATE PARK
This park was one of the first "natural area" type state parks acquired by the State of Georgia. The mountain, a granite monadnock consisting of I00 acres, is considered by many the most important peak of its kind in the Piedmont plateau. It has been described as "a million-vear-old mountain in the process -of evolution, unhindered by anyone.' Also known as Georgia's little Stone Mountain, this gem features an intricate system of interpretive trails, a beautifully furnished interpretive center and an outstanding spot for an afternoon picnic or stroll. Arrangements for special group interpretive ~ervices can

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be made by contacting the park office . The park is located 18 miles southeast of Atlanta via 1-20 East and Ga . 155 , 2 mi les north of Hwy 138 . For furthe r information con tact: Panola Mountain Conservation State Park, 2600 Hi ghway 155, S.W ., Stockbridge. Georgia 3028 1. (404) 474-29 14.

STEPHEN C. FOSTER STATE PARK This park is one of three primary entrances into the deep , dark and mysterious Okefenokee Swamp . Visitors ca n enj oy a beautiful museum, a wa lk on th e elevated boardwalk , or a boat trip to nearby Bill y's Island. Visitors shou ld be awa re of th e automatic gates clos ing in thi s Uni ted States Fish and Wildlife Servi ce Refuge ( ee page 5). The park is located I8 miles northeast of Fargo, Georgia, via Ga. Route 177 . For further information contact: Stephen C. Fos ter State Park , Fargo, Georgia 31631. (9 12) 637-5274.
SWEETWATER CREEK STATE PARK Sweetwater Creek State Park is a touch of th e wi lderness onl y minutes west of downtown Atlanta. The park features a va ri ety of outstandin g natural and cultural resources, including the ruin s of th e ew Man ches ter Manufac turin g Company, a Civil War-era texti le mill.
It was burned during the Atlanta Campaign, but the ruin s still remain as a ve ry graphi c reminder of that era . The park also features over five miles of trail s for exploring ru gged , fo res ted hill sides and shad ed strea msi des. It offers exce llent fishing in the George Sparks Reservo ir . To reac h th e park trave l 1- 20 Wes t from Atlanta, take Th ornton Road Ex it , turn left , go '.4 mile, turn ri ght on Bl airs Ridge Road at Mt. Vernon Road, turn left and go Yz mile to park entrance. For further information co ntac t: Sweetwater Creek State Park , Route I , Mt. Vernon Road , Lithia Springs, Georgia 30057 . (404) 944- 1700.

Sweetwater Creek
UNICOI CONFERENCE CENTER Loca ted within Unicoi State Park is the onl y lodge and co nfere nce center in th e State Park system. This facility will acco mm odate I0 perso ns co nve ning for a seminar or up to 200 ga th ering for a nati onal meeting. Unlike resort hotels with incidental meeting facilities, Unicoi Lodge was designed and built primarily as a conference center; th e exceptional rec reati onal faci lities of th e tate park and th e tranquil e nvi ro nment enh ance thi s primary function. Facili ti es include a 60- roo m lodge, 20 cottages and a dining roo m which is open year-round . Seminar and conference rooms are fully eq uipped with th e lates t in audi o visual and so und systems and a projection booth in the main confe rence room. A professional confere nce staff prov ides ass istance to yo ur group in pl anning and program prese ntations to en ure th e success of your mee tin g. To reac h th e Unicoi Conference Center, go I mil e north west of Helen, turn right onto Ga . 356 at Robertstow n, a nd thi s wi ll take yo u

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WATSON MILL BRIDGE STATE PARK
Th is park fea tures th e longes t cove red bridge in Geo rgia (236 fee t) ove r th e bea uti ful shoals of th e Broad Ri ver. The park is an ideal loca ti on fo r an aftern oo n pi cni c and also features a campin g area for th ose wh o would enjoy stay ing in th e area ove rni ght. It i co nve ni entl y located nea r Ath ens, Georgia . To reach the park , go three miles outh of Comer , Georgia , on Ga. Route 22 . For further information contac t: Watson Mill Bridge State Park , Ro ute I , Comer, Georgia 30629. (404) 783-5349 .

WILL-A-WAY RECREATION AREA
Thi s spec ial purpose rec rea ti on area , des igned for th e handicapped, was one of th e first of it kind to be built in a state park anywhere in the nati on. It fea tures a modern gro up camp faci lity capable of se rvin g 200 ca mpers. It is loca ted within th e confines of Fort
Yargo State Park and offers visitors an opportunity to enjoy ca mping in th e state park whil e a loved one is visiting th e group ca mp . Al o included are three vaca ti on cottages for the handi capped and their families whi ch are totall y barri er free. The rec rea ti on area i located I mile south of Winder, Georgia , via Ga . Route 81 within Fort Yargo State Park . For furth er inform ation contact: Will -A- Way Recreati on Area for the Handicapped, c/ o Fort Yargo State Park , Winder, Georgia 30680 . (404) 867-5313 .

Note: Unicoi Lodge/ Conference reservations can be made up to five
years in advance. Phone (404) 878-2201.

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CAMPING arious kind s of ca mpin g are prov ided
on tate park s ranging from th e tent cam per, " Squirrel' est" pl atform cam ping ( ni coi), trail er, pionee r, or group campin g facilities.
SWIMMING The park ystem offers both swimming pool and beaches with qu alified lifeg uard s on dut y.
FISHING o fee are charged for fi shing in park
lakes, ri ver , and trea m , but a va lid Georgia fi shing license is required of all re idents age 16 or older. onresi dents age 16 or older mu st have a alid non-res ident li ce nse.
either res ident nor non-res ident tro ut fi sherm en need a trout stamp if they fi sh onl y in IMPOUNDED waters on tate park property. Thi s exempti on does OT appl y to fi shermen working streams th at fl ow through park lands.

Fi shin g boa t and boa t with motors are ava il abl e fo r rent at many parks. Canoes and pedal boa ts are also ava il abl e at selected site .
GOLF Three reg ul ati on go lf courses are prov ided within the system - Hard Labor Cree k and Littl e Ocmul gee ( 18 hole ) and Vi ctori a Brya nt (9 holes).
MINIATURE GOLF Many park s offer mini ature go lf fo r the eve nin gs and times when peopl e enj oy makin g holes-in-o ne.
TRAILS Many park s have developed hikin g and interpreti ve trail s on th em fo r those interes ted in takin g either a leisurely stroll or a se ri ous in ves ti gati on of th e va ri ous ecosystems whi ch make up the site.
GUIDED TOURS Guided fi shin g trips and sight -seei ng tours are ava il able at Stephen C. Fos ter State Park. Fees vary according to th e length of trip . Detailed information i ava il able upon requ est.

HORSEBACK RIDING The Park s, Rec reat ion and Histo ri c Sites Di vision prov ides horseback riding fac iliti e at Franklin D. Roosevelt , and Hard Labor Creek.
All horse brou ght onto park pr perty must have a current egative Cogg ins Tes t. Each per on stabling a horse on park property will be required to sign a Relea e of Li ability . The parks DO NOT provide rental hor es.

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MUSEUMS AND INTERPRETIVE CENTERS Mu eums and interpreti ve service on park and hi toric ites are deve l ped to interpret Georg ia's natural and cul tural hi tory to th e visitor.
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PICNICKING No fee is charged for use of regular picnic shelters, tables and benches which are avai lab le to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
Day use picnicking is not allowed in the camp ing areas.
FAMILY/GROUP PICNIC SHELTERS Special group she lters, for whi ch a reservati on fee is charged, are located at many of the larger parks. They are generall y sc ree n- enclosed or winterized. Extra facilities include folding steel tables and chairs, private or nearby san itary fac ility and cook ing gri ll , and most have stove and refrigerator. Contact park for capacity and reservation informati9n .
Family/Group Picnic Shelters Bobby Brown Indian Springs Crooked River John Tanner Elijah Clark Kolomoki Mounds Fort Yargo

Laura S. Walker F. D. Rooseve lt Magnolia Springs General Coffee Mistletoe Georgia Veterans Red Top Mountain Gordonia Alatamaha Reed Bingham Hamburg Skidaway Island Hard Labor Creek Semi nole High Fa ll s Tugaloo
INTERPRETIVE SERVICES The Recreation and Interpretive Programming Unit of the Parks. Recreation and Historic Sites Division will provide naturalist and historic interpretation programs on request. Seasonal interpretive services are provided on many parks and historic sites in the form of talks, special events, demonstrations, films, and organized activities. Contact park office for information on special programs and times and places year-round.

Requests for reservations and other information should be made to the individual park office between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
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TENT AND TRAILER CAMPING
Campgrounds Open 7 a.m. - Close 10 p.m. Persons who arrive after camping area is closed but stay on park premises overnight must pay the regular camping fee. RESERVATIONS - Reservations are not accepted for campsites. ELIGIBILITY - Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts or other youth groups are not eligible to occupy developed campsites in tent and trailer camping areas. Group camp and pioneer camping areas are available to such youth groups elsewhere in the park system. REGISTRATION - Registration and payment of the camping fee are required before setting up camp. Signs will direct visitors to the registration office.
A PARK MAP may be obtained from the park office. Ask for one when registering. It will save time and mileage to know where activity areas and facilities are located. AGE LIMIT - Campers under 18 years of age, whether in developed camping areas or pioneer camping areas, must be accompanied by an adult who accepts responsibility for the camping party. TIME LIMITS - Campers should obtain a permit to set up camp no later than 8 p.m. Check-out deadline is 3 p.m. Occupancy of a site at any one park is limited to 14 days. OCCUPANCY LIMITATIONS Camping site occupancy will be limited to on~ of ~he following groups of campmg ngs: A. One motor home and one automo-
bile. B. One auto with pop-up tent trailer
(or other type tent) and one auto. C. One auto with travel trailer and one
auto. D. One pick-up with mounted camping
rig and one auto.

IN ADDITION TO ONE OF THE ABOVE, one pup tent is authorized. Two boat trailers per site is authorized.
CAMPING IS NOT ALLOWED IN PICNIC AREAS. OVERNIGHT ABSENCE - Any tent, trailer or other personal property left on a campsite unoccupied or unattended overnight shall be subject to removal, and paid fees shall be forfeited. FACILITIES - At least one comfort station is located in each developed camping area. Conveniences include flush toilets, hot showers, wash basin, mirror and electric outlets for shavers. In most parks, an automatic laundry also is available at this site.
Near each camp is a water faucet, grill, table and benches. In most parks, electricity also is provided but not always at each site. Where necessary, a raised tent pad has been constructed.
A dump station is available at many parks. Check with the park office for its location. SPECIAL NOTE - The Health Department has advised that campers can no longer be allowed to discharge waste water from sinks directly onto campsites. Until a satisfactory permanent system can be designed and installed, all campers will be required to collect waste water in a container and, when full, empty at a spot designated by the Park Staff.
NOTE: There are 20 camping areas in the Chattahoochee National Forest managed by the U.S. Forest Service. For information on these, telephone (404) 881-2384.
PIONEER CAMPING
Open only to properly supervised groups.
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primiti ve- type sanitary fac iliti es usua ll y are ava il abl e .
Boy Scout mu st show the staff the ir tour permi t fro m the troop 's Reg io nal Coun c il O ffice. Th e staff the n will di rect o r escort th e gro up to the ca mp .
Fac iliti es in oth er areas of the park are avail abl e fo r use at regul ar fees o r rates. (Excepti ons: cottages, developed ca mping areas a nd gro ups ca mp .)
Recreational vehicles are not eligible to occupy pioneer camping areas.
GROUP CAMPS
R ES ERV ATIO S - All applicati o ns mu st be made th ro ug h the park o ffice . ELIGIBILITY - Applicati o ns are accepted o nl y fro m o rgani zed gro ups with a ca mp directo r o r offi c ia l co mmittee to mainta in supe rvisio n ove r the camp.

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FAC ILITI ES - Sl eepin g q uarters, kitche n , dinin g-asse mbl y roo m , c raft shops, ac ti v ity fie ld, sw imming area. CAPACITI ES - ( 130 capac ity)Indi an Springs
( 120 capac ity) - A lexa nd er H . Ste ph e ns
- Franklin D . Roosevelt - Hard La bo r C reek - Laura S . Walker ( I00 capac ity) - Ko lo mo ki Mo unds (75 ca pac ity) - Fra nklin D .
Rooseve lt - Hard Labo r C reek (70 capac ity) - Mag no li a Springs (40 capac ity) - Jo hn T a nner (2 5 capac ity) - Littl e Oc mul gee
SPECIAL GRO UP CAMP FOR THE HA DI C APP ED:
(200 capac ity) - Fo rt Yargo/Will A-Way Rec reati o n Area fo r th e Handi capped

Note: group camp applications are accepted September 1 through December 31 for the following summer.
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All cottages are fully equipped for housekeeping with stoves and refrigerators and with all necessary cooking and serving facilities, equipment, linens and blankets.
All cottages have heat, and most except those in the mountain parks are air conditioned.
OCCUPANCY LIMITATION - No cottage may be used to accommodate more than its stated capacity. Occupancy of a facility at any one park is limited to I4 days.
RESERVATIONS - All reservations must be made through the individual park office.
Reservations for all cottages can be accepted on an I I-month maximum advance notice. For example on July I, 1979, a person can make a reservation for a cottage to begin anytime within the next I I months, or up to and including June I, 1980 - I I months from the date the reservation was made. June I - August 3 I - minimum I-week reservations accepted. September I - May 31 - minimum 2-night reservations accepted. Note: Reservation preference honored in the following order: In person, telephone, by mail.
WEEKEND - During June, July, August, reservations are not accepted until the Wednesday preceding the weekend. Other months, accepted same as in preceding paragraph.
DEPOSIT - No reservation can be considered firm until a deposit has been received and accepted by the park office. Minimum 48-hour cancellation notice is required for refund. Deposit receipt must he returned for refund.
TIME HELD - No reservation will be held after 12 noon of the second day, and both reservation and deposit are then forfeited unless park office has been notified of pending late arrival.

CHECK-OUT TIME- 12 NOON.

Additional 1-day rental fcc charoed

after 12 NOON.

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CHECK-IN TIME - 4 P.M. - 10

P.M.

PETS - No pets arc allowed in

cottages or cottage area. No kennels

arc available at parks.

ELIGIBILITY - Cottages are not available to organized gro~ps. Group

camps and pioneer camping areas are available to s~perviscd youth groups in

other areas ot the parks system.

CONSERVATION
Even a state rich in natural resources needs to conserve. Help us during your visit to the state parks:
(I) Turn off unneeded lights. (2) Use small amounts o! water. (3) Keep thermostats at reasonable levels - 65 for heat 78 for air conditioning. (4) Try an opened window instead of air conditioning. Fresh air is the best part of staying at a state park. Thank you for your help today and tomorrow.

LOCATIONS COTTAGES

Amicalola Falls 15 Black Rock Mountain 10 Cloudland Canyon 5 Crooked River II Elijah Clark 20 Fort Mountain 15 F. D. Roosevelt :?.I Georgia Vcterans I0 George T. Bagby 5 Hamburg I Hard Labor Creek :?.0 Hart 5 Mobile Homes

Indian Springs 10 John Tanner I:?. Little Ocmulgce 5 Magnolia Springs 5 Mistletoe 5 Red Top Mountain IR Seminole 10 Stephen C. Foster 9 Tugaloo 15 Unicoi :?.0 Lodge/Conference Center with 60 rooms Vogel 36

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JEKYLL ISLAND
Jekyll Island Authority 275 Riverview Drive Jekyll Island , Georgia 31520 Telephone: 912-635-2236 LAKE LA IER Lake Lanier Island Authority P.O. Box 126 Buford , Georgia 30518 Telephone: 404-945-670 I STO E MOUNTAI Stone Mountain Memorial As ociation P.O. Box 778 Stone Mountain , Georgia 30083 Telephone: 404-469-983 I WARM SPRINGS Roosevelt Warm Spring Memorial Little White House P.O. Drawer 68 Warm Spring , Georgia 31830 Telephone: 404-655-3511 TOURIST DIVISIO Georgia Department of lndu try and Trade P.O. Box 1776 Atlanta , Georgia 3030 I Telephone: 404-656-3545 AGRIRAMA Georgia Agrirama 8th Street at 1-75
P.O. Box Q
Tifton , Georgia 31794 Telephone: 912-386-3344 FEDERAL RECREATION AREAS U.S. Forest Service 1720 Peach tree Road , N. E. Atlanta, Georgia 30309 Telephone: 404-881-2384 U .S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE 75 Spring Street , S.W. , 12th Floor Richard B. Ru ell Building Atlanta , Georgia 30303 Telephone: 404-221-6343 U .S. CORPS OF ENGINEERS 30 Pryor Street, S. W. Atlanta, Georgia 30303 Telephone: 404-221-6715

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE, SOUTHEAST REGION
75 Spring, S.W., lOth Floor Atlanta, Georgia 30303 Telephone: 404-221-5187 HUNTING AND FISHING I GEORGIA Game and Fi h Division, Dept. of Natural Resources 270 Wa hington Street, S .W. Atlanta, Georgia 30334 Telephone: 404-656-3530 HIGHWAY MAPS A D ROAD CO DITIO S Department of Transportation 2 Capitol Square Atlanta, Georgia 30334 Telephone: 404-656-5267
ROADSIDE PARKS
Roadside Parks or Rest Area are admini tered and maintained by the Department of Transportation. Approximately 275 roadside parks are conveniently located along Georgia's principle highway . Traveler are invited to u e the facilities for a picnic lunch or just as a place to exercise and stretch away the weariness.
Camping is not allowed.

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RULES AND REGULATIONS
Copies of the Rules and Regulations are available at each site, and are enforced by the superintendent and his staff. Regulations are not intended as restraints to enjoyment by park visitors, but as aids for orderly operations and guides for the protection of people, wildlife, environment, and public prop-
erty.
Collecting any plant or animal life is prohibited, except for scientific and educational purposes with special permit obtained from the central office in Atlanta.
State Law prohibits digging for or collecting artifacts on state-owned land.
PICNICKING: Picnicking permitted only in designated areas throughout the parks. Tables and shelters available on a first-come, first-served basis. Trash and garbage receptacles are located in all picnicking areas. PLEASE USE THEM.
WILDLIFE: All wildlife and plant life are protected in all State Parks. Please leave them unmolested so that the next visitor may enjoy them too.
MOTOR BIKES: All motorized bikes are restricted to park roads. They must comply with all state regulations governing registration and safety equipment.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in public use areas in all of Georgia's State Parks and Historic Sites.
WEAPONS: Firearms, bow and arrows, explosives, fireworks, slingshots, fishing spears, or any device that discharges projectiles by any means is prohibited.
PETS: Domestic pets are allowed on State Parks only if kept on a leash not longer than 6 feet and accompanied by their owner AT ALL TIMES. Pets are not allowed in cottages or any other site building or swimming area. Owners are responsible for conduct of pets and must clean up after them.

FILMS- Loan
D.N.R. is pleased to offer its collection of award-winning films on a freeloan basis. To order, call (404) 6563530. A Time For Choice, explores the plight of endangered wildlife species, 28 minutes, 16mm, color, 1979. To Tempt A Trout, shares the thrill of fishing for trout in north Georgia, from bait fishing to fly tying, 20 minutes, 16mm, color, 1979. Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites, From campsites on top of mountains to Civil War battle grounds near the coast, explores Georgia's rich natural and historical heritage, 20 minutes, 16mm, color, 1978. A World Apart, shares the excitement of saltwater sportfishing in Georgia's coastal waters, 25 minutes, 16mm, color, 1977 Georgia's Changing Coast, investigates a number of conflicting demands for coastal resources, stresses the need of good planning for the wise management of coastal areas, 19 minutes, 16mm, color, 1977. Georgia Stripers, explains D.N.R's striped bass research, production and stocking program, including stocking lakes throughout Georgia, 16 minutes, 16mm, color, 1976. Counting on Quail, shows landowners how to manage their property for the benefit of bobwhite quaiL 24 minutes, 16mm, color, 1974. Pampering Your Pond, leads the pond owner step by step through the procedures for proper planning and care for fish ponds, 15 minutes, 16mm, color, 1974.
The Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer and offers all persons the opportunity to compete and participate in each area of DNR employment regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, handicap or other non-merit factors.

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A. H. Stephens Amicalola Falls Black Rock Mountain Bobby Brown Cloudland Canyon Crooked River Dahlonega Gold Museum Elijah Clark Etowah Mounds Fort King George Fort McAllister Fort Mountain Fort Yargo Franklin D. Roosevelt General Coffee George L. Smith II George T. Bagby Georgia Veterans Memorial Gordonia- Alatamaha Hamburg Hard Labor Creek Hart High Falls Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Indian Springs James H. (Sloppy) Floyd Jarrell Plantation John Tanner

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