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     Laura S. Walker State Park

Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park (912) 287-4900
Golf Course (912) 285-6154

FACILITIES AVAILABLE for May 18-20:
Tent & RV Campsites / Picnic Shelters / Group Shelter / Group Camp Cabins / Group Camp Kitchen (Contact park for Group Camp and Pioneer Campsite reservations 912-287-4900.)
(as of May 15, 2012 - updated every Tuesday)
  "GOLF PACKAGE" AT THE LAKES
  LAKE UPDATE:  Recent rainfall has supplied a sufficient amount of water to allow the lake to reopen for recreational motorized boating provided normal rains continue.
  CAMPFIRE NOTICE:  All campfires must be kept in designated areas such as fire rings.

Located near the northern edge of the mysterious Okefenokee Swamp, this park is home to many fascinating creatures and plants, including alligators and carnivorous pitcher plants. Walking or biking along the lake’s edge and nature trail, visitors may spot the shy gopher tortoise, numerous oak varieties, saw palmettos, yellow shafted flickers, warblers, owls and great blue herons. The park’s lake offers opportunities for fishing, skiing and boating, and canoes and bicycles are available for rent.  The park’s namesake was a Georgia writer, teacher, civic leader and naturalist who loved trees and worked for their preservation.
 
The Lakes, a championship 18-hole golf course, features a clubhouse, golf pro and junior/senior rates. Greens are undulating rather than tiered. Each fairway and landing area is defined with gentle, links-style mounds that accent the course’s three large lakes.

Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
GeorgiaStateParks.org/LauraSWalker

ACCOMMODATIONS & FACILITIES:
  • 626 Acres
  • 44 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($24-$26)
  • 7 Picnic Shelters ($50)
  • 4 Group Shelters (seat 75-165, $85-$170)
  • Group Camp (sleeps 142, $450)
  • Pioneer Campground ($30)
  • 120-Acre Lake (may close due to low water)
  • The Lakes Golf Course & Pro Shop (18-Holes) ($31-$38.50)

ACTIVITIES:
  • Weddings
  • Golf
  • Fishing
  • Boating and Waterskiing -- 10 HP restriction except between 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. EST and 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Daylight Savings Time
  • Canoe Rental
  • Playgrounds
  • Geocaching
  • Hiking and Biking - nearly 3 miles of nature trails, wildlife observation platform
Camping & Golf Packages are now available at the park's 18-hole The Lakes Golf Course. Call 1-877-591-5578 or click here for more information.

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Events
Archery Summer Day Camp
9 AM - 3 PM from Jun 5, 2012 until Jun 7, 2012 
Get Outdoors GeorgiaTons of FunCampers will learn archery skills and techniques through international-style target practice, 3-D shooting and other games. Other outdoor activities will include wildlife presentations, outdoor exploration, fishing, and hunting safety. Ages 9-14. Contact Matt Stewart to register and for more information.  $50 plus $5 parking. 229.430.1847.
Laura S. Walker Kids Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 9, 2012 8 AM to 11 AM
Get Outdoors GeorgiaTons of FunCome out and enjoy a few hours fishing. Prizes will be awarded for different categories. A food concession area will be available. For kids 13 years old and under. Please bring your own fishing gear and bait. Meet at the screened in Group Shelter behind the playground to sign up for the event. Call park office for more information. Sponsored by Friends of Laura Walker. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

  Address/Directions
Laura S. Walker State Park
5653 Laura Walker Rd.
Waycross , GA 31503

GPS Coordinates:
N 31.143466 | W 082.214533
Located 9 miles southeast of Waycross on GA Route 177. Take 1-75 to exit 62, follow US 82 east through Waycross. Or, I-95 to exit 36, follow US 82 west 47 miles.

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    5653 Laura Walker Rd.
    Waycross, GA 31503 View Details


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