How far is Florence Marina State Park to Providence Canyon?

9 miles
$5 day fee extra for “parking” in the state park. Need to book way ahead for weekends/summer as this is a popular place for families and fishermen. Providence Canyon is 9 miles east which is worth a few hours to explore.

What city is Florence Marina State Park in?

Omaha
Florence Marina State Park is a 173-acre (70 ha) Georgia state park located near Omaha on the eastern shore of Walter F. George Lake….

Florence Marina State Park
Nearest city	Omaha, Georgia
Coordinates	32.0908°N 85.04333°WCoordinates:32.0908°N 85.04333°W
Area	173 acres (0.70 km2; 0.27 sq mi)

What is a pioneer campsite?

Pioneer campsites are just primitive campsites and usually there is at least running water, fire pits and possibly a bathroom or privy. Pioneer 1 and 2 have outhouse and no electricity or water.

Can you swim at Florence Marina?

No. There isn’t a swimming pool. The water has gators!

Where is Lake Eufaula GA?

Description: Lake Eufaula is a 45,181 acre reservoir located on the Chattahoochee River along the border of southwest Georgia and southeast Alabama. The reservoir is formed by Walter F. George Dam, owned and operated by the United States Army Corps of Engineers.

Is there a Florence GA?

Communities Also Named Florence Using our Gazetteer, we have found that there are two Georgia communities named Florence: This one is located in Stewart County and the other is located in Morgan County.

What is the difference between pioneer camping and primitive camping?

Pioneer camping means no electricity or water and no sewer privileges. You are camping in a primitive or backwoods spot, or a designated forest campsite with no amenities.

Do you need a license to camp in Georgia?

License Information: Day Camps: Day camps may need to be licensed through Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, unless exempt. The day camp programs may operate during summer and other school breaks and shall operate for no more than twelve (12) hours per day.

What county is Lake Eufaula Alabama in?

Barbour county
Eufaula, city, Barbour county, southeastern Alabama, U.S. It lies on the Chattahoochee River (dammed south of the city to form the Walter F. George Reservoir [or Lake Eufaula]), at the Georgia state line, about 90 miles (145 km) southeast of Montgomery.

Are there alligators in Lake Eufaula?

Alabama is a sportsman’s paradise with freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing and even hunting year-round.

Is there a senior discount at Georgia State Parks?

Purchase online or at park offices. Allow 7 – 10 business days for shipping*. Valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. Annual ParkPass discounts of 50% are available for seniors 62 and older, and 25% for active military and veterans**.

What to see at Florence Marina State Park?

Overnight guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, including fully equipped cottages, small efficiency units and a modern campground. Florence Marina is popular with nature enthusiasts as well. Birders are likely to see herons, egrets and even bald eagles.

Do you need a pass for Florence Marina?

For Park inquiries please contact the park at 229-838-6870 or 229-838-4244 (Alternate). A ParkPass is required for all vehicles. Price for ParkPasses are not included with the reservation.

How big is the marina at Florence Harbor?

The marina has 110 wet slips for boats ranging from 20 to 60 feet. We offer transient dockage for visiting boats and can accommodate boats over 150′. Gas and Diesel fuel are available. A pump-out station is also available. Boating the “America’s Great Loop” on the Tennessee River?

How long is Florence Marina State Park from ATL?

We went to Florence Marina State Park on a whim (last minute). It’s about 2.5-3 hours from ATL, which isn’t a bad drive. The park itself is pretty close to Providence Canyon (about 8 miles away), which is a fun day trip for hiking!