Laura S. Walker State Park
Located near the northern edge of the mysterious Okefenokee Swamp, this park is home to many fascinating creatures and plants, including alligators and carnivorous pitcher plants. Walking or biking along the lake's edge and nature trail, visitors may spot the shy gopher tortoise, numerous oak varieties, saw palmettos, yellow shafted flickers, warblers, owls and great blue herons. The park's lake offers opportunities for fishing, skiing and boating, and canoes and bicycles are available for rent.
The Lakes, a championship 18-hole golf course, features a clubhouse, golf pro and junior/senior rates. Greens are undulating rather than tiered. Each fairway and landing area is defined with gentle, links-style mounds that accent the course's three large lakes.
The park's namesake was a Georgia writer, teacher, civic leader and naturalist who loved trees and worked for their preservation.
Info & Amenities
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Hours of Operation
Sunday: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
Monday: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
Tuesday: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
Wednesday: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
Thursday: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
Friday: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
Saturday: 7:00AM - 10:00PM
Admission & Fees
Daily ParkPass $5.00
Activities
Nature Trails
Facility Amenities
Parking on Site, Picnic Area, Picnic Shelter
Group Amenities
Group-friendly
Near Interstate Highway
95
Site Information
Dump Station, Number of Sites, Pull-thru Sites, RVs Permitted, Tenters Welcome
Suitable for Ages
All Ages
Events
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Friends of Laura S. Walker State Park Meeting
03/16/2015 - 11/16/2015
Come join us at Group Shelter #1 for our monthly meeting. Meet volunteers and friends who care for the park and discuss upcoming events and current park projects. Learn about ways in which you can get involved and volunteer.
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Okefenokee Swamp Run 10K and 1 Mile
03/21/2015 - 03/21/2015
Registration for the 38th annual Okefenokee Swamp Run will be held at group shelter #2 prior to the start of the race. All ages are welcome to participate. Proceeds are donated to the YMCA, Easter Seals, and other charitable organizations. This event is sponsored by the Okefenokee Track and Cycling Club.
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Friends of Laura S. Walker State Park Golf Tournament
03/28/2015 - 03/28/2015
Join us for the charity golf tournament sponsored by the Friends of Laura S. Walker State Park to raise funds benefiting the park and golf course. Proceeds will be used to maintain, repair, and improve the park and golf course. You can pick up applications in the park visitor center or at the golf course.
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Earth Day Hike
04/18/2015 - 04/18/2015
In celebration of Earth Day, join a ranger for a hike at the park. We will learn about the long leaf pine ecosystem and the animals that live in the area. Please pay at park office.
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Beginner Birding
05/09/2015 - 05/09/2015
In celebration of migratory bird month, join a park ranger to learn about the birds. From 9:00 AM â 10:00 AM, we will discuss the different birds you might see in Georgia. From 10:00 AM â 11:00 AM, we will take a walk to see what we can discover. Binoculars available. This event is weather permitting.
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Beginner Birding
05/09/2015 - 05/09/2015
In celebration of Migratory Bird Month, join a park ranger to learn about the birds. From 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., we will discuss the different birds you might see in Georgia. From 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., we will take a walk to see what we can discover in the wild. Binoculars are available.
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Kids Fishing Rodeo
06/13/2015 - 06/13/2015
Children between the ages of 3 and 12 are welcome to participate. Participating children may fish from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Prizes in various categories will be awarded afterwards. Pizza and drinks will be available for purchase.
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Independence Day Fun
07/04/2015 - 07/04/2015
Join us as we celebrate the 4th of July. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Laura S. Walker State Park.
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Volunteer Workday - Your State Parks Day
09/26/2015 - 09/26/2015
Come join other volunteers for a day of service at the park. Volunteers will be working on a variety of projects, including clearing vines and brush, picking up trash, and many more. Parkpass fees for volunteers will be waived.
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Fall Festival
10/24/2015 - 10/24/2015
Children of all ages can play brand new games as well as old favorites to win candy. Bring the whole family because we will also have live music, bingo, hayrides, a haunted hayride, face painting, and much more! There will even be some activities for toddlers. Children dressed in costume may enter our raffle prize drawing.
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