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Welcome to Georgia Outdoors.Com. Have a Star-Spangled Fourth of July with Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites ATLANTA, June 16, 2010 ~~ Picnics and campouts will be just a part of this year’s Independence Day Celebration at Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites. The parks have scheduled dozens of events, ranging from sack races to bicycle parades, and cannon firings to flag raisings. Sparkling lakes, boat rentals and fishing docks will keep water-lovers happy, while the youngest members of the family can burn off energy on playgrounds and nature trails. Lakeside swimming beaches help park guests escape the summer heat, and admission is free once they pay a $5 parking fee. The largest state park beach is at John Tanner, but Hard Labor Creek, Elijah Clark, Mistletoe, Indian Springs, Red Top Mountain, Tugaloo, Tallulah and many others have sandy beaches as well. Swimming areas are well marked, and rangers urge visitors to stay keep an eye on children at all times. Swimming pools will be open for the holiday at F.D. Roosevelt, High Falls, Little Ocmulgee, Magnolia Springs and Victoria Bryant state parks. Because lifeguards are provided, a small fee is charged. George T. Bagby State Park has a pool for lodge guests only, and Little Ocmulgee State Park has a whimsical “splash pad” for younger visitors. July 4th is always one of the busiest holidays in Georgia’s state parks, so guests wanting to stay over the weekend are encouraged to reserve accommodations early. Camping is the most affordable mini-vacation, but Georgia’s state parks also rent yurts, cottages and hotel-style lodge rooms. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-864-7275 or online at www.GeorgiaStateParks.org. Check the website for weekday specials after the fourth. Burger lovers will be happy to know that all state parks have picnic tables and grills available for free. Most state parks have covered picnic shelters and enclosed group shelters that can be reserved for a fee. These are quite popular for parties and reunions, so reservations are highly encouraged. Since fireworks are usually associated with July 4th, park rangers remind visitors to leave them at home. While sparklers and explosives are not allowed in Georgia’s state parks, Georgia Veterans State Park will have a fireworks show on Sunday night. Elijah Clark State Park will have fireworks the following Saturday, July 10.
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