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Bobby Brown State Park
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BOBBY BROWN STATE PARK
BOBBY BROWN STATE PARK
2506 Bobby Brown State Park Road
Elberton, Georgia   30635

Phone: 706-283-5500
Reservations: 800-864-7275
This pretty park offers watersports enthusiasts a quiet oasis on 70,000-acre Clarks Hill Lake. Located where the old town of Petersburg once thrived during the 1790s, the park is named in memory of Lt. Robert T. Brown, U.S. Navy, who gave his life in World War II. Petersburg was situated where the Broad and Savannah rivers flow into the Clarks Hill Reservoir, now an outstanding state recreational area. When water levels are low, visitors can see some foundations of the old town and imagine large plantations once flourishing. The park?s location on the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River provides excellent boating, skiing and fishing. Yurts, which are like tents made of canvas and wood, offer a unique camping experience.
History of the Area
Located in Elbert County, Georgia, the park was established in 1973. It is named after Robert T. Brown.

Robert T. Brown served as a member of the Game and Fish Commission for many years.

The area spans over 665 acres with various recreational activities including camping, fishing and boating available to visitors.

In 2015 it closed due to budget cuts but reopened two years later under management by Lincoln County's government.

Camping
- Primitive Camping: Offers basic facilities like fire rings and picnic tables, no electricity or water.

- Group Campsites: Ideal for large gatherings with amenities such as grills and restrooms.

- RV Sites: Provides hookups for power, sewerage, and water.
Boating
The park offers a variety of boating options for visitors. There is access to Clarks Hill Lake, which spans over 70,000 acres and provides opportunities for fishing or simply enjoying the water views. The lake also has several boat ramps available for use by guests who bring their own boats. Additionally, there are areas designated specifically for jet skiing and waterskiing activities.

Fishing
Located in Georgia, this park offers a variety of fishing options. Anglers can fish for largemouth bass and catfish from the shore or by boat on Strom Thurmond Lake. Crappie and bream are also abundant species here. Fishing gear is available to rent onsite if needed.



Picnicking
Bobby Brown State Park offers picnic tables and grills for outdoor dining. It also has a group shelter available to rent.
Trails
- Lake Trail: A 1.2-mile loop trail that circles around the park's lake, offering scenic views of waterfowl and other wildlife; easy difficulty level.

- River Bluff Loop Trail: This is a moderately difficult 3.5-mile hike with an elevation gain of about 300 feet, providing panoramic views over Savannah River from atop river bluffs.

- Bobby Brown Park Nature Trails: These are several short trails totaling approximately two miles in length scattered throughout the park for casual strolls or bird watching; varying levels of difficulty due to terrain changes but generally considered easy-to-moderate hikes.

- Fishing Pier Accessible Pathway: An accessible paved pathway leading to fishing pier on Clark Hill Lake, just under half-a mile long suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs as well as walkers; very low difficulty rating given its flatness and smooth surface condition.

- Campground Connector Paths: Short paths connecting various campgrounds within the state park allowing hikers quick access between camping areas without needing to use main roads ; lengths vary depending upon specific routes taken by individuals.

- Wildlife Observation Point Walkways: Several walkways branching off primary hiking trails which lead directly towards designated wildlife observation points where visitors can watch local fauna undisturbed ; distances range from few hundred yards up till one mile based upon location.

- Picnic Area Footpaths: Numerous footpaths crisscrossing picnic area enabling guests enjoy leisurely walks while having their meals outdoors amidst nature's beauty ; these pathways typically span less than quarter-of-a-mile each.

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Pets
- All pets must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet at all times.
- Pets are not allowed in or around historic sites, lodges, group camps, swimming areas and some trails.
- Pet owners should clean up after their pets immediately and dispose of waste properly.
- Noisy or dangerous animals may result in eviction from the park without refund.
- Exotic species such as snakes, birds etc., are strictly prohibited within park boundaries.
- Owners will bear full responsibility for any damage caused by their pet to state property or other visitors' belongings.

Directions
Directions from Atlanta, Georgia:

- Start on I-20 E towards Augusta.
- Take exit 172 for GA-17 toward Thomson/Washington.
- Turn right onto GA -17 N/GA -22 W/ Washington Rd.

From Savannah, Georgia:

- Begin your journey on US -80 W/I -16W
- Follow the signs to Macon.
- Exit at number 58 and merge into Bobby Jones Expy /I520-W towards North Augusta/Columbia/Augusta/Belvedere.

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