George L. Smith State Park is a lovely historic park in Emanuel County, named in honor of former Georgia House of Representatives speaker George L. Smith. The 1,634-acre state park is best known as the home of the Parrish Mill and Pond, which converts a gristmill, sawmill, dam, and covered bridge constructed in 1889 into a living history museum. More than seven miles of nature trails traverse the park's protected tortoise habitat and bird sanctuary, making it a prime spot for birdwatchers to spot species such as the white ibis and great blue heron. The park's 412-acre mill pond is a popular destination for canoeists and anglers, offering three paddling trails and seasonal boat rentals.

Address: 371 George L. Smith State Park Road, Twin City, GA 30471, Phone: 478-763-2759

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