State Parks Near Winder, Georgia
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Winder. The closest is Fort Yargo State Park, about 1 mi southwest of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Fort Yargo State Park1 mi southwest
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 66 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 2pets allowed
State parks near Winder, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Winder; driving distance is usually longer.
Fort Yargo State Park
Popular activities here are golf, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Its trail network totals roughly 20.5 miles, according to the park. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Yargo State Park →Hard Labor Creek State Park
Visitors come for off-highway vehicle riding, horseback riding, golf, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. The official site lists about 24 miles of trails. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Hard Labor Creek State Park →Don Carter State Park
The park supports horseback riding, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. The official site lists about 14.5 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Don Carter State Park →Panola Mountain State Park
The park supports rock climbing, archery, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Overnight options include 1 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Panola Mountain State Park →Watson Mill Bridge State Park
The park supports horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, biking, fishing, and geocaching. The official site lists about 5 miles of trails. On the water side, there is boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Watson Mill Bridge State Park →Victoria Bryant State Park
Things to do include archery, biking, fishing, geocaching, and hiking. Overnight options include 37 campsites across 4 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Victoria Bryant State Park →Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site
In Lumpkin County, in Dahlonega, Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site covers about 1 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site →Hardman Farm State Historic Site
The park supports historic sites and ranger programs.
Hours, fees and rules for Hardman Farm State Historic Site →Smithgall Woods State Park
Things to do include archery, hunting in season, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 28 miles, according to the park. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Smithgall Woods State Park →Amicalola Falls State Park
Amicalola Falls State Park is a 1,031-acre park in Dawson County, about 13 miles northeast of Jasper.
Hours, fees and rules for Amicalola Falls State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Winder
- Fort Yargo State Park 1 mi southwest · 55 campsites
- Hard Labor Creek State Park 24 mi south · 81 campsites
- Don Carter State Park 27 mi north · 60 campsites
- Panola Mountain State Park 36 mi southwest · 1 campsites
- Watson Mill Bridge State Park 37 mi east · 36 campsites
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Winder
- Fort Yargo State Park 1 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Hard Labor Creek State Park 24 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Don Carter State Park 27 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Watson Mill Bridge State Park 37 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Victoria Bryant State Park 39 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Winder
- Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site 40 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Hardman Farm State Historic Site 48 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Winder
- Fort Yargo State Park 1 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Hard Labor Creek State Park 24 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Don Carter State Park 27 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Winder
- Fort Yargo State Park 1 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Hard Labor Creek State Park 24 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Don Carter State Park 27 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Panola Mountain State Park 36 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Watson Mill Bridge State Park 37 mi east · Hiking trails listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Fishing near Winder
- Fort Yargo State Park 1 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Hard Labor Creek State Park 24 mi south · Fishing listed
- Don Carter State Park 27 mi north · Fishing listed
- Panola Mountain State Park 36 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Watson Mill Bridge State Park 37 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Winder
What is the closest state park to Winder?
Fort Yargo State Park is the closest, about 1 miles southwest of Winder in a straight line. Next are Hard Labor Creek State Park and Don Carter State Park.
How many state parks are near Winder?
10 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Winder have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Fort Yargo State Park, Hard Labor Creek State Park and Don Carter State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Winder?
Yes, at 2 parks, including Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site and Hardman Farm State Historic Site. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Winder?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Loganville, GA15 mi southwest
- Near Athens-Clarke County, GA20 mi east
- Near Gainesville, GA21 mi north
- Near Sandy Springs, GA37 mi west
- Near Atlanta, GA43 mi west
- Near Stockbridge, GA43 mi southwest
- Near Canton, GA47 mi west
- Near Acworth, GA55 mi west
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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.