Hiking - A.H. Stephens State Park | Department Of Natural Resources Division

Welcome to Idlewilde Event Center at Indian Springs State Park

Conveniently located near I-75 in middle Georgia, Indian Springs is one of the oldest state parks in the United States and a popular spot for outdoor recreation.

Idlewilde Event Center at Indian Springs State Park is available for reservations. The name is derived from the majestic house on the property that serves as the park office and visitor center; and is on the National Historic Register. With another nod to past, the individual rooms in the center are even named after the historic hotels that once thrived in the village of Indian Springs. Idlewilde has 20,000 square feet of event space including a massive lake side porch with beautiful views of the water. With a capacity of 500 people, Idlewilde can accommodate a variety of events, from birthday parties and family reunions, to weddings and corporate retreats. Additional features include a catering kitchen and audio visual capabilities in every room.

For inquiries or to join the Idlewilde Event Center waiting list, please contact us on 470-707-8071.

Operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources

Available event hours: 8:00AM – 10:00PM

Total footprint 19,557 square feet

Opened September 2018

Hiking - A.H. Stephens State Park

There are 4 miles of hiking trails at A.H. Stephens State Park and 21 miles of horse-riding trails (fee required).

A Georgia ParkPass is required to be displayed on all vehicles in the park. Visitors may purchase a daily pass or an annual pass at the park office.

Below is a list of trails hikers can experience at the park. Note: Horse trails are open to hikers Monday - Thursday only.

Sunset Drive Nature Trail (partially paved) - This nature trail starts near the visitor center, and is paved all the way into the campground before continuing on to Lake Buncombe, where it is unpaved. Along the trail, there are several historic buildings built by the CCC.
Beaver Trail - the Beaver Trail is a large loop in the park, with parking available by the picnic shelter. The trail goes through the habitat and information about beavers.
Red Horse Trail (3.5 miles)
White Horse Trail (6 miles)
Blue Horse Trail (8 miles)
Orange Horse Trail (3.5 miles)

View Horseback Riding Trail Information