An official website of the State of Georgia.
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
State Parks Blog
President Jimmy Carter’s Influence on Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites, A Division of the Department of Natural Resources
Read MoreAustin Suhr
Fall is almost here and that means it’s time once again for Georgia to show its colors! Bask in the glow of the maples, sourwoods, dogwoods, poplars, hickories, and sweetgums as they bid farewell to the warmth of summer and prepare for the cold months ahead. We’ve put together a list of some of the best places around Georgia to take in all that autumn has to offer.
Read MoreBill Stewart, Southern Resources Management Technician
Georgia’s state wildflower, the azalea, enhances many a yard in July and August. The spectacular colors of the state’s native species are on display at many locations managed by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ State Parks and Historic Sites Division.
Read MoreOwen Smith
State parks are meant to be a place to recharge and reflect, but over the last few years some of our parks have become more crowded than a playoff Braves game. If you want to know how to escape the crowds and reconnect with nature this summer, look no further. We picked out our most secluded beaches, favorite hikes, and quiet retreats for those looking to get away from it all. So pack your sunscreen, get your ParkPass, and get ready to explore some of Georgia’s best kept secrets.
Read MoreWilliam "Bill" Stewart - DNR Resource Management Unit Technician
Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites are home to many unique plant species, none more so than the carnivorous pitcher plant. These unusual plants, found in moist boggy areas, sport funnel- or tube-shaped leaves that ensnare insects, which the plants digest as a source of nutrients.
Read More
