Thompson Creek Park Shelter
This is a day-use shelter/pavilion only with no overnight camping available. The park operates year-round from 7 AM to 10 PM daily. The covered pavilion requires advance reservations through Dawson County Recreation. Federal holiday weekends (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 11:19AM EDT until July 25 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and northwest Georgia, including the following counties, in north central Georgia, Cherokee, Dawson, Fannin, Forsyth, Gilmer, Hall, Lumpkin, Pickens and Union. In northeast Georgia, Banks, Towns and White. In northwest Georgia, Bartow, Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Murray, Polk, Walker and Whitfield. * WHEN...From 8 PM EDT this evening through late Friday evening. * 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... - Repeated rounds of rainfall along a stalled frontal boundary are likely through late week. An anomalously moist environment over Georgia will support high rain rates and increased chances for flash flooding. Widespread rainfall of 2 to 4 inches will be possible with locally higher amounts of 5 inches or more. Urban areas, and areas with poor drainage, will be the most susceptible to flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From Recreation.gov
Thompson Creek Park is being co-managed by Dawson County and Project Lake Sidney Lanier. Dawson County is handling all day to day operations including reservations and operation. To access this information visit [https://secure.rec1.com/GA/dawson-county-recreation/catalog][1]. Any other questions please reach out to (770) 945-9531. [1]: https://secure.rec1.com/GA/dawson-county-recreation/catalog
About
Thompson Creek Park Shelter is a group picnic pavilion located approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier in Dawson County, Georgia. This is strictly a day-use facility with no overnight camping permitted. The covered shelter is available for advance reservation and is popular for group gatherings and events. The park offers beautiful views of Lake Lanier and provides access to multiple recreational activities including fishing, swimming, wakeboarding, kayaking, and hiking via the nearby Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail (a 3.5-mile loop). Facilities include restrooms, picnic areas, a courtesy dock, and three boat ramps. Alcohol, fireworks, amplified live music, and P.A. systems are prohibited. Thompson Creek Park is co-managed by Dawson County and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lake Sidney Lanier project. Day-use areas and boat ramps operate year-round from 7 AM to 10 PM. Pavilion rentals are $60 for Dawson County residents or $160 for non-residents for a five-hour period. Reservations are handled through Dawson County Recreation.
Directions
From Georgia Highway 400, turn left on Hwy. 53, turn left on Thompson Creek Park Rd, road dead ends into park. From Interstate 985, take exit for Hwy. 53 west, follow signs to stay on Hwy. 53 west, turn left on Thompson Creek Park Rd., road dead ends into park. Physical address: 600 Thompson Creek Rd., Dawsonville, GA 30534.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (770) 945-9531 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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