Fishing - Vogel State Parks | 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 - Vogel State Parks

Visitors wishing to visit Lake Trahlyta to fish can park in the lot located at 405 Vogel State Park Road. Fish in the lake include largemouth bass, trout, bluegill/bream and catfish. Fishing in the stream through the park is permitted with a trout stamp. Visitors must provide their own fishing equipment. There is bait and live worms available for purchase in the visitor’s center.

A $5 parking fee is required.

The lake has an ADA fishing pier. Fishing off of the lake pavilion is permitted when there are no reservations. For more information regarding popular fishing spots, visit the visitor’s center.

Guests 16 or older must possess a Georgia fishing license and abide by all Georgia fishing laws regarding size and quantity of fish kept. There is a Georgia DNR hunting/fishing license kiosk available in the visitor’s center. Non-motorized boats are allowed. Boaters must follow Georgia Boating Regulations regarding lifejackets/PDFs.