Fort Yargo State Park
Open year-round. Park hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily with office hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The swimming beach is currently under advisory due to elevated bacteria levels from water quality testing. A new visitor center is located 1/4 mile south of the old entrance; all guests should check in there.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 12:27PM EDT until October 11 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, northeast, and southeast Georgia, including the following counties, in central Georgia, Baldwin, Bibb, Bleckley, Dodge, Houston, Jasper, Jones, Laurens, Montgomery, Pulaski, Putnam, Telfair, Twiggs, Wheeler, Wilcox and Wilkinson. In east central Georgia, Emanuel, Glascock, Greene, Hancock, Jefferson, Johnson, Taliaferro, Treutlen, Warren, Washington and Wilkes. In north central Georgia, Barrow, Gwinnett, Hall, Lumpkin, Morgan, Newton, Rockdale, Union and Walton. In northeast Georgia, Banks, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Towns and White. In southeast Georgia, Toombs. * WHEN...Through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Post Tropical Cyclone Isaias will continue to bring bands of moderate to heavy rainfall to the area through Saturday night. Further bands of heavy rainfall remain possible for eastern Georgia this afternoon. Expected rainfall totals remains at a general 1 to 4 inches with a localized swatch of up to 8 inches possible by event end. Tropical rainfall rates and training bands of thunderstorms may lead to flash and riverine flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Fort Yargo State Park encompasses 1,816 acres in Barrow County, Georgia, centered around the 260-acre Marbury Creek Reservoir. The park's namesake is a 1792 log blockhouse fort built by settlers for protection against Creek and Cherokee tribes, which still stands as a historic landmark. Camping options range from fully-equipped cottages and glamping yurts to traditional RV/tent sites and primitive walk-in sites offering more seclusion near the water. The campground offers 47 tent/trailer/RV sites equipped with water and electric hookups capable of accommodating rigs up to 50 feet. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and grill. Shared facilities include modern restrooms with flush toilets and hot showers, two dump stations, and potable water. Twelve walk-in primitive tent sites provide a more secluded camping experience along the lakefront. Recreational opportunities abound with swimming at the sand beach, two boat ramps, fishing, hiking and mountain biking trails, disc golf, miniature golf, tennis courts, and a playground. The park also features an amphitheater, gift shop, picnic shelters, and a 100-person group shelter. An EV charger is available for electric vehicles.
Directions
From Atlanta, take I-85 North to Exit 120 (GA-316 East toward Athens). Continue on GA-316 East and take the exit for GA-81 North toward Winder. Follow GA-81 into Winder and turn right onto Fort Yargo Road. The new park entrance and visitor center are located at GPS coordinates 33.9842, -83.7335.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $27 - $650 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (770) 867-3489 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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