Tugaloo State Park

Tugaloo State Park Situated on a wooded peninsula, this 393-acre park offers spectacular views of 55,590-acre Lake Hartwell in every direction. short walk from the parking area.
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Fishing is excellent year-round, and large-mouth bass are plentiful. Situated on a wooded peninsula, Tugaloo’s cottages and most campsites offer spectacular views of 55,590-acre Lake Hartwell in every direction. Some cottages even have private boat docks for overnight guests. Tent campers can choose between the developed campground or primitive sites located a short walk from the parking area. Dur

ing summer, the lake is a popular destination for swimming, water skiing, sailing and boating. Both the Sassafras and Muscadine hiking trails wind through oak, walnut, mulberry and cherry trees. Tugaloo State Park boasts a six-lane mega ramp used for large fishing tournaments and easy lake access. The name “Tugaloo” comes from an Indian name for the river which once flowed freely prior to the construction of Hartwell Dam.

A little clarification on that incredible bald eagle photo! 🦅🐟We’ve seen quite a few comments and questions about the ba...
08/29/2026

A little clarification on that incredible bald eagle photo! 🦅🐟

We’ve seen quite a few comments and questions about the bald eagle photo we recently shared, so we wanted to clear up the story behind it.

After talking with the photographer, we discovered that this photo was actually taken on July 16th, 2025, when the lake was at full pool. The photographer recently came across the photo in her memories and shared it with us, and we thought it was too incredible not to share!

And for those wondering—the photo is real! It was taken on an Samsung Galaxy S21 and has not been AI-generated or altered to create the eagle, fish, or scene.

We apologize for the confusion about when the photo was taken. We shared it because it was an amazing moment captured at the park, but we should have included the original date when we posted it.

So, mystery solved: real eagle, real fish, real photo… just a little older than we initially realized. 😊🦅

Thanks to everyone who asked questions and helped us get the story straight!

Bald Eagle with the catch of the day! Photo credit goes to Brandi Glass, thank you for sharing this epic photo!

🌿 Volunteer with us at Tugaloo State Park! 🌿Looking for a way to get involved, give back, and help support one of Georgi...
08/27/2026

🌿 Volunteer with us at Tugaloo State Park! 🌿

Looking for a way to get involved, give back, and help support one of Georgia’s beautiful state parks? Join us this Sunday at 2 PM at the Nature Hut for the monthly Friends of Tugaloo State Park meeting.

The Friends of Tugaloo help support the park through volunteer projects, events, maintenance needs, hospitality, and special improvements that benefit our visitors and preserve the park for future generations.

Whether you’re a longtime volunteer or just curious about how to get involved, we’d love to have you join us!

📍 Nature Hut
🕑 This Sunday at 2 PM

See the attached flyer for more details.

2027 Halloween in the Campground will officially be on October 30th! Georgia residents can book their campsites this wee...
08/26/2026

2027 Halloween in the Campground will officially be on October 30th! Georgia residents can book their campsites this week!

Also, as a reminder, TUG Halloween in the Campground for this year (2026) will be BOTH Oct 24th & Oct 31st.

🌅 Last-minute Labor Day getaway! 🌅We currently have two cottages available at Tugaloo State Park for Labor Day weekend, ...
08/26/2026

🌅 Last-minute Labor Day getaway! 🌅

We currently have two cottages available at Tugaloo State Park for Labor Day weekend, September 4–6!

Enjoy a relaxing weekend on Lake Hartwell with swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, mini golf, playgrounds, beautiful sunsets, and plenty of space to unwind.

Availability may not last long, so book your cottage soon:
https://gastateparks.org/Reservations

🚣‍♂️📦 Build it. Paddle it. Try not to sink it! 📦🚣‍♀️Lavonia Rotary’s 2026 Cardboard Boat Regatta is coming to Tugaloo St...
08/15/2026

🚣‍♂️📦 Build it. Paddle it. Try not to sink it! 📦🚣‍♀️

Lavonia Rotary’s 2026 Cardboard Boat Regatta is coming to Tugaloo State Park on Saturday, September 19, from 10 AM–12 PM!

Bring your creativity, team spirit, and a boat made of cardboard—because apparently that’s a thing we’re trusting on Lake Hartwell. 😄

To pick up a registration packet, contact John Hylton at [email protected] or 706-246-2823.

Come join the fun and see who floats, who paddles, and who becomes part of the entertainment! 🌊

08/15/2026

Due to weather concerns the Blacklight Bug Hunt program has been canceled for tonight from 9pm-10pm. Our apologies for any inconvenience!

We’ve made a few adjustments to our August program schedule and wanted to share the most up-to-date flyer with everyone....
08/14/2026

We’ve made a few adjustments to our August program schedule and wanted to share the most up-to-date flyer with everyone. Thank you for your understanding as we work to provide the best possible programs for our visitors.

We hope to see you soon at Tugaloo State Park! For questions please give us a call at 706-356-4362.

August is here and there are so many fun events to enjoy here at Tugaloo State Park!
08/08/2026

August is here and there are so many fun events to enjoy here at Tugaloo State Park!

08/01/2026

Kayaking 101 for 8-1-2026 has been cancelled sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

The time is here for this amazing event!!!
07/20/2026

The time is here for this amazing event!!!

Address

1763 Tugaloo State Park Road
Lavonia, GA
30553

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(706) 356-4362

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