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Florence Marina State Park

Florence Marina State Park, once home to Native Americans and the old town of Florence, transports you to its agricultural and commercial past, and immerses you in nature by walking forested trails, visiting the Kirbo Interpretive Center, or fishing from the natural deep water marina where the powerful Chattahoochee River meets Lake Walter F. George.

Admission Fee
Lodging
Visitor or Nature Center
Restrooms
Drinking Fountain or Potable Water
Trails
Camping
RV Hookups
Picnic Area
Kayaking or Canoeing
Boat on the lake at Florence Marina
Boating at Florence Marina State Park © Photo Courtesy of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
Handicapped Access: Yes: Parking, Restrooms, Picnic Shelter, Lodging, Campgrounds, Visitor Center, Educational Center

About This Site

Hours

Open year-round from 7am to 10pm.

Location

(229) 838-6870

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Florence Marina State Park

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Admission Fee
Lodging
Visitor or Nature Center
Restrooms
Drinking Fountain or Potable Water
Trails
Boardwalk
Camping
RV Hookups
Picnic Area
Kayaking or Canoeing

Sitting at the northern end of 45,000 acre Lake Walter F. George (also called Lake Eufaula) this quiet park offers the perfect getaway for those who love water sports. It is adjacent to a natural deep-water marina with an accessible fishing pier, boat slips and boat ramp. Overnight guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, including fully equipped cottages, small efficiency units and a modern campground.

Featured Birds

Bald Eagle Bald Eagle
Brown-headed Nuthatch Brown-headed Nuthatch
Little Blue Heron Little Blue Heron
Red-headed Woodpecker Red-headed Woodpecker

Florence Marina is popular with nature enthusiasts as well. Birders are likely to see herons, egrets and Bald Eagles. The Kirbo Interpretive Center showcases area wildlife and plants, local history and Native Americans, including artifacts from the prehistoric Paleo-Indian period through the early 20th century. Eight miles southeast of Florence Marina State Park is Providence Canyon State Park, known as Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon.

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