John Tanner State Park - Carrollton, GA




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Overview

For water lovers, this park has some of the best recreation facilities in the state park system.  Within its boundaries are two lakes for swimming, boating, and fishing, as well as the largest sand beach of any Georgia state park.  Visitors can also enjoy picnicking, mini golf, volleyball and horseshoes.  A small lodge located near the beach features six units, each with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living area, and bedroom.  A campground with hot showers is also available.  The park is named after a local businessman who operated the property as a private park from 1954 until 1971.  

Activities & Amenities

	Swimming (Lake - with beach)		Telephones		Tent Camping
	Hiking Trails		Fishing		RV Camping
	Cottages		Picnicking		Restrooms
	Playground		Laundry		Dump Station
	Handicapped Access		Private boats allowed / limits on motors		Canoe, fishing boat, & pedal boat rentals

Annual Events
Children's Fishing Rodeo (April)

Nearby Attractions

Sweetwater Creek State Conservation Park
Six Flags Over Georgia Theme Park
Pickett’s Mill Battlefield  State Historic Site
Atlanta, GA                                                

Park Times and Information

Park Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Park Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (subject to change) 

CONTACT:  John Tanner State Park
                  354 Tanner’s Beach Road
                  Carrollton, GA   30117
                  (770) 830-2222 
                          OR 
                  Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
                  205 Butler Street, Suite 1352 East
                 Atlanta, Georgia   30334
                 (404) 656-2770 

Park Pass Information

A $2 daily or $25 annual parking fee is required.  The ParkPass is valid at all state parks visited that day, and Wednesdays are free days.   Annual ParkPasses are sold at park offices (senior discounts available) or by calling (404) 657-9851.

Some information has been provided by GA State Parks Dept.