Watson Mill Bridge State Park is now an Outdoor Recreation Area. The Group Shelter and Pioneer Campsites closed permanently.  The Picnic Shelters can be used in the day use area on a first come-first served basis, but there will no power available at these facilities.  The regular campground is now a self-registration first come-first served basis from March 15 thru October 1. Horse Campground + Buddy Sites, Horse Stables and Log Cabin Bunkhouses is self-registration  first come-first served, year round.

Known as one of the most picturesque state parks in Georgia, Watson Mill Bridge contains the longest original-site covered bridge in the state, spanning 229 feet across the South Fork River. Built in 1885, the bridge is supported by a town lattice truss system held firmly together with wooden pins. At one time, Georgia had more than 200 covered bridges; today, less than 20 remain. The park is an ideal spot for an afternoon picnic or an overnight stay at the campground. Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails allow visitors to enjoy the thick forest along the river or travel into the parks backcountry. During summer, visitors often play in the cool river shoals just below the bridge.