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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

 

Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range

The Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range is located on John's Mountain Wildlife Management Area in Whitfield County.

The US Forest Service has switched to a cashless payment system. You will have to download the recreation.gov app, set up an account and pay online to use the facilities. Visit the USFS site for definitive information on using the ranges.

Please note that proof of payment has to be shown at arrival. Cell service can be poor at the ranges so take a screenshot or print off with you.

Please note that Green Tip or armor piercing ammo is not allowed at the range.

Please watch the required range safety video before heading out to your local range as they can have little to no cell reception. Follow the steps below to complete the required form.

  1. Visit GoOutdoorsGeorgia
  2. Go to License & Permits where you’ll be prompted to log in and select ‘Purchase Licenses’
  3. At the bottom of the page under the ‘Specialty’ section, select ‘Range Safety Video Certification’ and add to cart
  4. Check out
  5. Watch the video in its entirety and submit
  6. Select ‘Check Out Now’
  7. Process order
  8. Your completed certification will now be tied to your account

Facilities

  • 100-yard Range

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Directions

From I-75: take exit 320 (Lafayette, Resaca exit). Turn left on Highway 136 and go approximately 5 miles, turn right where the 136 connector runs into Highway 136. Go approximately 0.26 miles and range is on the right.