FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT STATE PARK
Located near Callaway Gardens and the town of Warm Springs, this park is deeply rooted in the historical era of four-time President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Seeking a place for treatment after he was stricken with polio in 1921, Roosevelt traveled to nearby Warm Springs and built his Little White House. Several structures within the park were built by Roosevelt?s Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression. Above Kings Gap is Dowdell?s Knob, Roosevelt?s favorite picnic spot overlooking a magnificent view of the valley below. A life-size sculpture of the beloved president welcomes visitors to the overlook. Hikers will enjoy the scenic trails in Georgia?s largest state park, especially the Pine Mountain Trail, which winds through a mix of hardwoods and pines. The trail's highest elevation is 1,395 feet. Pine Mountain is on the southern-most edge of the Appalachian Mountain range. Hikers are sometimes surprised to find this terrain in middle Georgia.
Anglers can enjoy two lakes, stocked with bass, bream and catfish. Fishing boats are available for rent onsite.
The park offers fishing opportunities in over 40 miles of streams teeming with trout.
Fishing enthusiasts will find ample shoreline access to cast a line or set up their favorite fly-fishing spot.
A valid Georgia fishing license is required for all anglers aged 16 and older.
Catch-and-release practices help preserve the fish populations within the park's waters.
Visitors may also participate in ranger-led educational programs about local aquatic life including various species of fish.
Franklin D Roosevelt State Park is located near Lagrange, Columbus and Newnan
1. Franklin D Roosevelt State Park offers numerous picnic spots with tables and grills.
2. Covered pavilions are available for large gatherings or events.
3. Enjoy a lakeside picnic at one of the many scenic locations in the park.
4. Picnic packages include access to hiking trails, fishing areas, and playgrounds.
5. Some sites offer stunning views over Pine Mountain Valley.
The park offers a variety of birding options, with over 173 species recorded. Birdwatchers can spot songbirds, hawks and owls in the hardwood forest or near Lake Delanor. The Pine Mountain Trail is particularly popular for spotting woodland birds such as warblers and woodpeckers.
clean and beautiful
Nice location. Pretty sights, good campground.
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