Fishing - General Coffee 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 - General Coffee State Park

Fishing is available at the 4-acre Farm Pond in the Heritage Farm portion of the park. A hiking trail circling the pond provides access to largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish and crappie. No shiners are allowed; however, all other live and artificial lures are permitted. A pedestrian bridge across the pond has access for fishing, and a footbridge offers casting room where a small stream enters the lake. Another fishing dock is located on the south end. Kayaks and canoes are available for rent and can be used to fish the shore of a small island in the pond. Shallow areas in the lake are good places to find bass and bream spawning beds in the springtime. (Information provided by OnTheFlySouth.com.)