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Richard B. Russell State Park

Activities:

Biking

Boating

Camping

Canoeing

Disc-Golf

Fishing

Golf

Hiking

Kayaking

Picnicking

Playground

Sailing

Swimming

Volleyball

Water-Skiing

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Welcome to Georgia's Richard B. Russell State Park located in Elberton. This park is named for Richard B. Russell State Park, who served in public office for over a half century as a State Legislator, Governor of Georgia, and United States Senator.

This large park not only boasts many recreational opportunities but also lots of historic sites of the Paleo-Indian era over 10,000 years ago. Also located within the park is one of the oldest steel pin bridges in the region. For the recreational enthusiast this park boasts both types of golf whether it be with a flyinc disc or a ball and clubs, a swimming beach on Lake Russell, over six miles of multipurpose trails, 28 developed campsites, and much more. Come out and explore.

To make reservations please call 800-864-PARK. To contact the park office please call 706-213-2045.

Ownership:

State of Georgia

Acreage:

2508.00

Location:

Richard B. Russell State Park

2650 Russell State Park Road

Elberton, Georgia 30635 United States

34.177167, -82.755547

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