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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

 

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You are always on the lookout for a great hike or a new adventure. If someone says “zipline” you say “I’m next!” These parks all have unique aspects, from Georgia’s tallest waterfall at Amicalola Falls State Park to horseback trails at F.D. Roosevelt State Park, you are always looking for something exciting to have on your next Instagram post. Check out what else we recommend below!


Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge

  • 729-foot waterfall
  • Appalachian Trail
  • Backcountry Hike Inn
  • Ziplining
  • GPS scavenger hunts

F.D. Roosevelt State Park

  • Georgia’s largest state park
  • 23-mile Pine Mountain Trail
  • Horseback riding, fishing
  • Outdoor fitness equipment
  • Jon Boats, kayaks, aquacycles and canoes

Vogel State Park

  • Beautiful mountain pass near Brasstown Bald, the highest point in Georgia
  • Excellent hiking trails
  • Black bear and raccoons
  • Lake swimming
  • Kayaking, paddleboarding and aquacycling

James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park

  • Hiking to an old marble mine
  • Connects to 335-mile Pinhoti Trail
  • Fishing
  • Backcountry campsites

High Falls State Park

  • Largest waterfall cascade south of Atlanta
  • Private camping island
  • Hiking with falls overlooks
  • Great fishing
  • Ranger-led programs

Elijah Clark State Park

  • Boating on one of Southeast’s largest lakes
  • Archery
  • Hiking
  • Corn hole
  • Fishing

Unicoi State Park & Lodge

  • Hiking trails to Anna Ruby Falls and Helen
  • Ziplining
  • Archery, Target shooting
  • Fly fishing
  • Paddleboarding

Richard B. Russell State Park

  • Mountain biking
  • 18-hole golf course and disc golf
  • Geocaching
  • Muddy Spokes Club
  • Rowing, plus kayak and canoe rental

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