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Fort Yargo gives visitors a glimpse at settler life of the late 1700s with its log fort built for protection from the Creek and Cherokee tribes of the area. Campers who stay at the park can pick either fully equipped cottages, furnished cabins, or primitive campsites. In addition, lakeside camping is available in the permanent wooden and canvas structures called yurts with electricity and furnishings inside and a picnic table, grill, and fire pit outside. The parks 260-acre lake provides activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing. Visitors can test their endurance on the 20 miles of trails or play disc golf on the challenging wooded course.

210 South Broad Street, Winder, GA 30680, Phone: 770-867-3489

Fort Yargo, Georgia
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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