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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

 

Park Paddlers Club

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Sometimes The Road Less Traveled Isn't A Road

Georgia's Park Paddlers Club offers an abundance of scenic waterways and lakes to explore, for both seasoned paddlers and wet-behind-the-ears beginners. Most parks rent kayaks and canoes, or you can bring your own. Standup paddleboards can be used as well. We'd love to see your photos! Tag #GaStateParks and #ParkPaddlersClub.

Members Brag All The Time With An Exclusive Club Shirt

Purchase your Park Paddlers Club membership online and we’ll mail you a club shirt to wear while you explore. Keep track of your accomplishments using the checklist below. No time limit applies, so paddlers can take as long as they wish to complete the requirements. Paddle just 12 of the participating parks below to earn your bragging-rights and a certificate of completion.

Purchase Park Paddlers Membership

Note: Youth sizes unavailable. Due to shipping and supply delays, t-shirts may take up to 6 weeks to arrive. Shirts cannot be shipped to a PO Box. Thank you! (Old style club shirts are not available.)

Club membership fee is required for shirt. Checklist is available below.

Participating Parks

Club Location Map

Maps can be obtained from the visitor center at each of the participating parks below.
Paddle at least 12 of the below locations, checking off each one. Then, show your completed list to earn your members-only certificate!

Complete The Challenge

When you have completed the challenge requirements, just email your digital checklist to back to us (or you can print it out, take a photo, and email that to us) at ParksRFun@dnr.ga.gov and we’ll be sure to make you an official bragger!

Questions? View our Club FAQ

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