Discover these six charming Georgia State Park cottages for your next outdoor getaway. They are great options for when you want a cozy bed instead of roughing it in a tent. Each state park provides a unique escape that is ideal for families, couples, and friends.
Fort Mountain State Park
Take a scenic drive along Hwy. 52 to Fort Mountain State Park, known for great hiking and expansive views of the Cohutta Wilderness. Learn about the mysterious stone wall winding across the mountain top, and see if you can spot the romantic “heart stone” set into the historic tower. Explore more than 25 miles of hiking and biking trails, or rent a kayak to take out on the small lake. There are 15 two- and three-bedroom cottages nestled under hardwoods.
Fort McAllister State Park
Just 45 minutes from Savannah is gorgeous Fort McAllister State Park, filled with low-country scenery and Civil War history. Its location on the Ogeechee River makes it perfect for fishing, paddling and boating. After touring the museum, walk among Spanish moss-draped trees to explore the best-preserved earthwork fortification of the Confederacy. Seven two-bedroom cottages sit on stilts near the marsh, surrounded by palm trees and palmettos.
F.D. Roosevelt State Park
An hour southwest of Atlanta is Georgia’s largest state park, F.D. Roosevelt. Covering 9,049 acres, it is a hiker’s dream. More than 40 miles of trails meander among hardwood and pines, over creeks, and past small waterfalls. Choose from 21 cottages, including historic stone cabins built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Nearby is Roosevelt’s Little White House Historic Site and the famous warm springs which first drew the president to Georgia.
Magnolia Spring State Park
This hidden gem is known for crystal clear natural springs, a fishing lake and summertime splash pad. Wildlife photographers will want to stroll along the boardwalk to look for alligators, turtles, great egrets and great blue herons. Love a quest? Earn a Muddy Spokes Club t-shirt and certificate when you bike the park’s three-mile loop. Nine fully equipped cottages with screened porches sit near the 28-acre lake.
Hard Labor Creek State Park
Just east of Atlanta you’ll find 5,804-acre Hard Labor Creek State Park with more than 24 miles of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails. Prefer the water? Kick back on the sandy swimming beach, go fishing, or rent a kayak to slip away for a few hours. Be sure to check the park’s calendar for ranger-led programs like guided hikes, sunset paddles or archery classes. After a day of adventure, relax in one of the 20 cozy cabins with screened porches, outdoor grills and even Wi-Fi.
Fort Yargo State Park
Located in Winder, Fort Yargo State Park is an outdoor recreation retreat perfect for the whole family. Take advantage of hiking and biking trails, kayak rentals, fishing, boating and geocaching. Overnight guests can choose from 17 fully equipped cottages, and a gorgeous event center is perfect for family reunions. Next summer, the park will unveil a new swimming beach and day-use area.
Are you ready for your adventure? Plan your Georgia State Parks cottage getaway today!