Don Carter State Park

Georgia State Park · Hall County

Entrance fee$10 / vehicle
CountyHall
CampingYes
RV hookupsElectric & water
Cabins / lodgeYes
Book a campsiteDirectionsOfficial Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites pagePark mapTrail mapSafety Zones Map PDF

About Don Carter State Park

The only state park on 38,000-acre Lake Lanier, with boat ramps onto both the lake and the Chattahoochee. A sand swimming beach, hillside cabins and a multi-use trail shared by hikers and riders fill out 1,316 acres.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

RV / campsite hookups

Camping options

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Entrance fee

$10 per vehicle — $10 daily ParkPass per vehicle; annual passes available. Overnight guests pay it once per stay.

Hours

Park 7 a.m.–10 p.m.

Office 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Hours as published by Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone678-450-7726

Address5000 North Browning Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506

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