Long Cane Recreation Area

Open — The recreation area is currently open year-round. Group shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis without advance reservations.

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Red Flag Warning issued December 30 at 1:16AM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Peachtree City GA

1:16 AM — 7:00 PM

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon today to 7 PM EST this evening. * Affected Area... North and central Georgia * Timing... This afternoon into early evening. * Winds... NW at 10-15 mph; with gusts as high as 25 mph. * Relative Humidity... Falling below 25% by early afternoon. * Temperatures... 30s to 40s. * Impacts... With elevated winds and low relative humidities, extremely dangerous fire weather conditions are possible.

About

Long Cane Recreation Area sits on West Point Lake, conveniently positioned between the towns of West Point and LaGrange in west Georgia. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this waterfront facility provides access to the 525-mile shoreline of West Point Lake. The park offers two group shelters available for reservation: one with electric hookups and one without. These shelters are suitable for gatherings, picnics, and events, with parking available on a first-come, first-served basis. The facility also features hiking trails, a boat ramp for lake access, and scattered picnic sites. It functions primarily as a day-use area rather than an overnight camping destination. Recreational opportunities at Long Cane include hiking, fishing, boating, and picnicking. The location is unstaffed, with management handled through the West Point Project Management office. Visitors should note that pets must be leashed and are not allowed on beaches, and off-road vehicles including golf carts, ATVs, and UTVs are prohibited.

Directions

Take Georgia Highway 29 approximately six miles north of West Point. Watch for the signs to enter Long Cane on the left. Turn right after entering park; follow the road to enter into the shelter parking area on the right.