Don Carter State Park Wins Resource Enhancement Award

Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Public Affairs Coordinator Kim Hatcher tells us Don Carter State Park was the recipient of the Resource Enhancement Award during the recent Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Managers Conference. This prestigious honor was accepted by former park manager Will Wagner for improving land use …

Don Carter State Park is One Year Old

10 Great Reasons to Plan a Visit to Don Carter State Park

The opening of Don Carter State Park took decades of planning and dedication.  Now the park is one year old. It only took one year, however, to become a favorite destination for campers, swimmers, families, fishermen and boaters.  If you haven’t been there yet, you’ll love …

December Specials at Georgia’s State Parks

Our friends at Georgia’s State Parks have many special events and bargains for visitors this December. Cozy campfires and peaceful beauty are just two reasons you’ll enjoy visiting Georgia’s State Parks during winter.  There are several specials to make a last-minute escape easy on your wallet.  Dates …

Rent a Cabin at Don Carter State Park

10 Reasons to Plan a Visit to Don Carter State Park

According to a Facebook post from Georgia State Parks, cabins and campsites at Don Carter State Park on Lake Lanier are now open to the public and reservations are being accepted. This surprise announcement comes after the park quietly rented the cabins on a trial …

Don Carter State Park Opens July 15th!

For the first time ever, summer begins on July 15th!  That’s when Don Carter State Park opens, at the northern tip of Lake Lanier on the Chattahoochee River. The boat ramps are ready, along with the walking and bicycle trails.  You can set up a …

Don Carter State Park is Almost Open

  Don Carter State Park is Georgia’s newest park — and the first on beautiful Lake Lanier.  After many rain delays, the facility will open to the public on Monday, July 15, 2013.  Park hours are 7 AM until 10 PM daily. A Grand-Opening Ceremony will …

Progress on Lake Lanier’s Don Carter State Park

Don Carter State Park on Lake Lanier. Don’t be surprised if you’ve never heard of it — it’s still under construction.  Don’t be surprised if it’s your favorite place on the lake in a few years. Don Carter State Park — named in honor of Don …