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John Tanner State Park
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JOHN TANNER STATE PARK
JOHN TANNER STATE PARK
354 Tanner's Beach Road
Carrollton, Georgia   30117

Phone: 770-830-2222
Reservations: 800-864-7275
This west Georgia park is best known for having the largest sand swimming beach of any Georgia state park. It is a recreational haven for water lovers looking for boating and fishing opportunities as well. Visitors can enjoy camping, picnicking, miniature golf, volleyball and horseshoes. A small lodge located near the beach features six units, each with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, living area and bedroom. The park is named after a local businessman who operated the property as a private park from 1954 until 1971.
Swimming
1. John Tanner State Park offers two freshwater lakes for swimming.
2. The park's main lake features a large sand beach, perfect for sunbathing and building sandcastles.
3. Lifeguards are on duty at the designated swim area during summer months ensuring safety of swimmers.
4. Swimming is allowed from Memorial Day through Labor Day in both lakes with no extra fee required.
5. For those who prefer privacy, private rental cottages near the smaller lake offer exclusive access to water activities including swimming.
6. The larger lake also has paddle boats available for rent providing an alternative way to enjoy the water besides swimming.
7. Swimming facilities include changing rooms and showers located conveniently close by.

Boating
The park offers a variety of boating options for visitors. It features two lakes where guests can enjoy paddleboarding, canoeing and pedal boat rentals. However, it's important to note that private boats are not allowed in the waters here due to restrictions on motorized watercrafts.
Fishing
The park offers two lakes for fishing, stocked with bass, bream and catfish. A Georgia fishing license is required.


Location
John Tanner State Park is located near Bremen, Carrollton and Newnan

Picnicking
John Tanner State Park offers picnic areas with grills, covered pavilions for group picnics and beautiful lake views.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
May 13 family fun by sycondia brown
park review stars; one to five i live less than two miles away....i enjoyed it as a small child and now i am making memories with my boys for five dollars we are creating memories that will lastfor a life time...i have been coming for twenty five years and always whether it be the rangers or the ones collecting the parking fees they have always been very nice to my famiy and my friends
November 9 Good family fun by David
park review stars; one to five A good place to bring the family. Fishing, walking trail, playground and Putt putt golf. Great pic nic area. In the summer you can rent paddle boats and canooes. All for a really small fee.
August 15 Running
park review stars; one to five Nice place to run, one mile track around lake.
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106 King Street
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404-855-2778
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Directions
Located 6 miles west of Carrollton off Ga. Hwy. 16.

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