Paradise on Lake Lanier, with Swimming.  Keith Bridge Park — or Keith’s Bridge Park — is a picnic paradise with tables and grills along the shore of Lake Lanier. Keith’s Bridge Park – Amenities: Restrooms, picnic tables, grills, boat ramp, swim area, and pets allowed. Great picnic area for groups and parties. If you are looking for something more secluded, Read more...

Midnight cruisers and folks who like to fish at night There are approximately 100 boat ramps on Lake Lanier.  One of the most useful is East Bank Park on the south side of the lake. Some of the lake’s day-use parks might only have a single ramp and parking for a few trucks and trailers.     Read more...

Make a splash at the beach and more  Burton Mill Park is operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers on Lake Lanier. It’s a nice area for a quiet meal or to make a splash at the beach with friends and family at picnic tables and grills that line a path bordering the lake.       Read more...

Beach, Picnic, Fishing, Boating and more   Laurel Ridge Trail goes through Buford Dam Park and continues through Powerhouse Park and Lower Overlook.  Along the 3.8-mile trail, you can glimpse beautiful views of the lake, woodland and river scenery, as well as rare wildflowers and a variety of wildlife.  The trail winds through several park areas, along with the lake’s Read more...

Pavilions, Fishing & more Holly Park is located at the northern end of Lake Lanier. It offers Boat Ramp, 2 Picnic Pavilions W/Grills, Picnic Tables, and Fishing Areas.   Read more...

Take in the sights and sounds of your surroundings – Gainesville Don Carter is a Georgia state park, it’s the first state park on 38,000-acre Lake Lanier. Don Carter park offers a beautiful swimming beach with a bathhouse. It has boat ramps access to the lake, 12 miles of Horseback Riding trails, Trails for Hiking, Biking, RV area, Camping, Tents, Read more...

Total Package Attraction – Water Park, Boating, Fishing, Camping, Restaurants & More.  Margaritaville at Lanier Islands Margaritaville at Lanier Islands is a lakefront paradise inspired by the lyrics and lifestyle of singer, songwriter and award-winning author Jimmy Buffett. Soak up the sun, push your boundaries on the water slides, chill in the wave pool, and be entertained by the sights, Read more...