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.
Beautiful River Forks Park & Campground
Category: Lake Lanier News
Some USACE Day-Use Parks Will No Longer Accept Cash
No joke! As of April Fool’s Day 2018, you’ll need a credit card or debit card to park at some recreation areas on Lake Lanier because several USACE Day-Use parks will no longer accept cash.
Laurel Park on Lake Lanier is Practically Perfect
If you’re looking for a park that is far from Atlanta but close to perfect … you’re looking for Laurel Park on Lake Lanier. It’s practically perfect in every way!
Daylight Saving Time Returns on 3-11-18
Don’t ask why. Just turn your clocks ahead for the switch to Daylight Saving Time at 2 AM on Sunday, March 11, 2018. It doesn’t matter that it doesn’t make sense, even if it’s as goofy as men wearing tassel loafers.
Lake Lanier Parks 2018 Dates of Operation
There are roughly 60 parks on Lake Lanier that are maintained by a variety of agencies. We’re thankful for USACE’s Nick Baggett for sorting out the dates of operation for the 2018 season.
Appalachian Trail Hiker Kickoff Party at Blood Mtn
In the hills of North Georgia, there’s a secret that you should know. The Appalachian Trail runs through it — hiked by adventurers and characters from all over the world. Come and meet a few on Saturday, February 24, 2018, at the Appalachian Trail Hiker …
Lake Lanier is Full of Water
The recent, daily, incessant, constant, unstoppable, nagging rain might be annoying, but at least Lake Lanier is full of water! The lake has risen more than four feet this month.
The Best Valentine’s Day Getaway at Lanier Islands
Looking for a Valentine’s Day Getaway for a romantic dinner, some smooching, and a bit of bubbly with your Hunny Bunny? Lanier Islands is where you’ll want to be — and you can bring the kids for their own Night Out!
USACE Master Plan Open House Meetings in February
The Corps of Engineers will host four open house meetings in February to update the public on the status of a Recreation Capacity Study and Master Plan Update for Lake Lanier.
Sale of Château Élan Winery & Resort
Château Élan Winery & Resort in Braselton, Georgia, has been sold to an affiliate of the investment firm Wheelock Street Capital. (It’s true, I double-checked.)