Boating in Georgia State Parks

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

Boating in Georgia State Parks

Tugaloo State Park

Boat lovers can think of Georgia State Parks as their vacation home. We offer boat ramps, docks, rentals* and marinas. A few campgrounds and cabins even have adjacent docks, such as Richard B. Russell, Tugaloo, Seminole and George T. Bagby. Water skiing, sailing and personal watercraft are permitted on large lakes; however, some parks on smaller lakes have horsepower restrictions to preserve the tranquil setting and wildlife. For added adventure, Stephen C. Foster State Park offers guided boat tours through the mysterious Okefenokee Swamp.

*A.H. Stephens, Crooked River, F.D. Roosevelt, Florence Marina, Fort Mountain, Fort Yargo, George L. Smith, Georgia Veterans, Jack Hill, Hard Labor Creek, High Falls, Indian Springs, James H. Floyd, Kolomoki Mounds, Reed Bingham, Seminole, Stephen C. Foster and Sweetwater Creek offer jon boat, kayak, stand-up paddleboard and/or aquacycle rentals. Call the park for the types of boats available and pricing.