State Parks Near Cairo, Georgia
11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Cairo, including 9 parks across the line in Florida. The closest is Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, about 25 mi south of town. None are within 25 miles, so plan on a half-day trip.
- Closest park
- Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park25 mi south
- Within 25 miles
- 0of 11 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 44 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 01 with free entry
State parks near Cairo, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Cairo; driving distance is usually longer.
Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, biking, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park →Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park →Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park
The park supports historic sites, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park →Ney Landrum State Park
Ney Landrum State Park is a 2,590-acre park in Leon, Jefferson County, about 11 miles southeast of Tallahassee.
Hours, fees and rules for Ney Landrum State Park →Lake Talquin State Park
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, wildlife watching, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Talquin State Park →Seminole State Park
Popular activities here are golf, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Seminole State Park →Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, wildlife watching, fishing, and picnicking. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park →Reed Bingham State Park
The park supports golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Reed Bingham State Park →Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park
Things to do include historic sites, boating, swimming, and picnicking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. There are also cabins and lodge rooms for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park →Three Rivers State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Three Rivers State Park →Torreya State Park
Things to do include historic sites, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: 35 campsites across 6 camping areas, including RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Torreya State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Cairo
- Seminole State Park 40 mi west · 50 campsites
- Reed Bingham State Park 44 mi northeast · 48 campsites
- Three Rivers State Park 45 mi west · 53 campsites
- Torreya State Park 49 mi southwest · 35 campsites
Cabins and lodging near Cairo
- Seminole State Park 40 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park 44 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Three Rivers State Park 45 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Torreya State Park 49 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Cairo
- Seminole State Park 40 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Reed Bingham State Park 44 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park 44 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Cairo
- Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park 25 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park 27 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park 28 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Lake Talquin State Park 36 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Seminole State Park 40 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near Cairo
- Lake Talquin State Park 36 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Seminole State Park 40 mi west · Fishing listed
- Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park 41 mi south · Fishing listed
- Reed Bingham State Park 44 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Three Rivers State Park 45 mi west · Fishing listed
Free state parks near Cairo
- Ney Landrum State Park 36 mi south · No entrance fee listed
Questions about state parks near Cairo
What is the closest state park to Cairo?
Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park is the closest, about 25 miles south of Cairo in a straight line. Next are Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park and Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park.
How many state parks are near Cairo?
11 state park units are within 50 miles, and 0 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Cairo have camping?
4 parks list camping, the nearest being Seminole State Park, Reed Bingham State Park and Three Rivers State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Cairo?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Cairo?
1 park list no entrance fee: Ney Landrum State Park. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.
State parks near other cities
- Near Bainbridge, GA22 mi west
- Near Tallahassee, FL30 mi south
- Near Albany, GA48 mi north
- Near Valdosta, GA55 mi east
- Near Tifton, GA57 mi northeast
- Near Dothan, AL75 mi west
- Near Americus, GA83 mi north
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.