Fishing - F.D. Roosevelt 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

Fishing - F.D. Roosevelt State Park

Lake Deleanor is next to the campground and open to all park guests. It does not have a boat ramp, but kayaks, canoes and jon boats can be rented. Two feeders in the lake attract fish. Anglers also have plenty of access to largemouth bass, bluegill and channel catfish along the shore. A fishing dock is located at the southwest corner of the lake. Another dock for boat rentals is just east of it. The deepest water is in front of the dam. The shore near the bank and campground fish feeder is also deep and offers good fishing. The park’s other lake, Lake Franklin, is open only to group camp guests. (Information provided by OnTheFlySouth.com.)