Birds Of PassageWest Bank Park Shelters (Ga)
Paid or permit campsite
Campground · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Overview West Bank Park lies just north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking and boating. The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit. Recreation Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking. Facilities West Bank Park offers access to a designated swim beach, basketball court, playground, picnic areas and restrooms. Natural Features Lake… Getting there: Physical address is 3500 Buford Dam Rd., Cumming, GA 30041. From Georgia Highway 400, take exit 14 to Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Road, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Road. After crossing the dam, turn left when you see the sigh for West Bank Park. From Interstate 85, take exit 111 and head north on Lawrencville-Suwanee Road. Continue approximately 10 miles to Buford Dam Road. Turn left on Buford Dam Road, turn right at the Lanier Project Management Office sign. Phone: 770-945-9531 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251919 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov
Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.
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