Unfortunately, on Friday, April 20, 2018, the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) released bad news for winter camping on Lake Lanier.
Bad News for Winter Camping on Lake Lanier

Unfortunately, on Friday, April 20, 2018, the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) released bad news for winter camping on Lake Lanier.
The Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) placed Pepsi machines at West Bank Park on Lake Lanier, right here in Coke country! Can they do that?
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) at Lake Lanier will reopen their Lower Pool West Park to the public on Thursday, June 14th.
School’s out for the summer. Break the monotony and hang out with other parents at Don Carter State Park on Lake Lanier on Toddler Tuesdays!
Do you remember when Lake Lanier was so low that parks were closed? Well, the lake is at record levels in June of 2018. High water has closed some parks. Here’s the map of open parks on Lake Lanier.
The three most wonderful words in the English language are “I love you!” Three words that come pretty darn close are “No Gate Fee” at Lanier Islands — through Thursday, May 24, 2018.
There are still a few openings for summer jobs in Paradise. Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, to be exact. Click on the link to apply today!
Bolding Mill Campground, operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers, is a precious jewel in Lake Lanier’s crown. Bolding Mill is a haven of rest on the northwest side of Lake Lanier, and the portal to excitement for sailing, paddling, fishing or water skiing.
Out with the old and in with the new. That’s what’s happening with the old way we used to pay for parking at US Corps of Engineers (USACE) parks on Lanier. The new way is paying at automated payment gizmos the USACE is calling fee machines.
River Forks Park has a delightful day-use area and a campground with lake views, only a few miles from downtown Gainesville, lovingly maintained by our friends with Hall County.