Carter's Lake WMA

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

Carter's Lake WMA

Located in the southern Appalachian foothills of north Georgia, Carter's Lake WMA is managed by the Department of Natural Resources and the Army Corps of Engineers. The 3,300-acre WMA consists of the land owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers surrounding the actual lake. Between the WMA and the Carter's Lake proper, this area provides over 6,000 acres of hunting and fishing opportunities as well as outdoor activities for visitors like hiking, mountain biking, camping and more. The DNR, Wildlife Resources Division manages the hunting component of the property while all other aspects are managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. No ATVs are allowed on the property except by use of wheelchair-bound hunters during the wheelchair deer hunt.

Wheelchair hunters must apply by letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers between August 15–September 10 at:
975 Powerhouse Road
Chatsworth, GA 30705