George T. Bagby State Park is located in Fort Gaines, GA along the shores of Lake Walter F. George (Lake Eufaula) in southwest Georgia. A full-service marina (including store and gas pumps), boat ramp and beach offer easy access to the 48,000-acre lake, where trophy fishing includes the state record catch for blue catfish. Bass also team the waters along with other southern freshwater fish.
Pontoon boat rental services are available at the Marina Store. Duck hunting boat and duck decoys are also available for rent during hunting season.
Activities available at the park
A number of activities are available at the park from golfing to fishing and cycling to hiking. Below is a list of activities that are available at the park:
Recreational boating on Walter F. George Lake (Lake Eufaula)
Fishing on Walter F. George Lake (Lake Eufaula)
Off-shore duck hunting on Walter F. George Lake (Lake Eufaula)
Canoeing the shoreline and inlets for Walter F. George Lake
Swimming at the lakeshore beach or in the lodge’s private pool (ask about our day passes for park visitors)
Hiking the forest of hardwoods and pines from three miles of nature trails
Birding – ask our park staff members about the best places for spotting
GeoCaching
Sand Volleyball Court near the lakeshore beach
Tennis courts
Cycling the paved Phenomenon Trail that ends at the Walter F. George Lake Dam (bike rentals available)
Golfing at Meadow Links Golf Course, Georgia’s
Grills throughout the park are available for use
Group Shelter that offers a unique meeting or reunion space
The park offers both a picnic shelter and a group shelter, ideal for enjoying a fresh catch from the lake or hosting a family reunion, church picnic or corporate retreat. Reservations may be made for each by calling the lodge at the number listed above or using our Online Booking Engine.
Accommodations & Facilities
George T. Bagby State Park, located in Fort Gaines, Georgia, is more than just another park. We have a number of onsite facilities for overnight accommodations, meetings, meals and recreation.
1 Lodge with 60 rooms
1 Group Cottage
5 Cottages
1 Picnic Shelter
1 Group Shelter
Restaurant
Conference Center
Marina, Boat Ramp, Fishing Dock & Marina Store