John Tanner State Park, Carrollton, Georgia

This west Georgia park is best known for having the largest sand swimming beach of any Georgia state park. It is a recreational haven for water lovers looking for boating and fishing opportunities as well. Visitors can enjoy camping, picnicking, miniature golf, volleyball and horseshoes. Six motel type units are located near the beach; each with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living area and bedroom. The park is named after a local businessman who operated the property as a private park from 1954 until 1971.

Located 6 miles west of Carrollton off Ga. Hwy. 16.

Facilities
138 Acres
12-Acre and 16-Acre Lakes
31 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($22) – cable TV hookups
Group Lodge (sleeps 40, $250)
6-Motel Units ($80)
Unit #1 is a dog friendly unit
4 Picnic Shelters ($40-$100)
2 Group Shelters (seat 50 and 75, $60–$110)
Pioneer Campground ($35)
Swimming Beach - largest of any Georgia state park

Activities
Swimming
Pedal Boat and Fishing Boat Rental (seasonal)
Boating – private boats permitted, electric motors only
Hiking – 3/4-mile nature trail and 1-mile lake loop trail
Miniature Golf

Address and contact details

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John Tanner State Park
354 Tanners Beach Road
Carrollton
Georgia
30117-9134
USA

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