Fort Yargo State Park
Nestled as a natural refuge in the city of Winder, Fort Yargo State Park offers you a nearby escape from metro-life with exciting adventures along multiple recreational trails including one of the only remaining forts for early settlers.
About This Site
Hours
Location
210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680
Amenities
| Amenity | Available |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee | ✓ |
| Lodging | ✓ |
| Visitor or Nature Center | ✓ |
| Restrooms | ✓ |
| Drinking Fountain or Potable Water | ✓ |
| Trails | ✓ |
| Boardwalk | ✕ |
| Camping | ✓ |
| RV Hookups | ✓ |
| Picnic Area | ✓ |
| Kayaking or Canoeing | ✓ |
Located between Atlanta and Athens, this popular park features a 1792 log fort built by settlers for protection against Creek and Cherokee Indians. Today, visitors come to Fort Yargo for its wide variety of outdoor recreation and scenery.
Featured Birds
Bald Eagle
Brown-headed Nuthatch
Brown Thrasher
Dark-eyed Junco
Red-headed Woodpecker
Wood Duck
Yellow-breasted Chat
A 260 acre lake offers a large swimming beach, wildlife viewing, fishing, and boat ramps. Mountain bikers and hikers can test their endurance on 20.5 miles of trails.
Iconic birds at Fort Yargo State Park include: Osprey, Spotted Sandpiper, Swamp Sparrow, Kentucky Warbler, Belted Kingfisher, Green Heron, Ring-billed Gull, Common Yellowthroat, Orchard Oriole, Eastern Kingbird, Great Blue Heron, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Blue-headed Vireo, and Indigo Bunting.
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