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 opportunites 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.

Facilities

136 Acres 32 Tent & Trailer Sites Group Lodge 6-Unit Motor Lodge Swimming Beach Miniature Golf

Activities

• Boating - Private Boats Permitted; Electric Motors Only

Pricing
subject to change - for current prices, contact the park office listed below

Annual Special Events
subject to change . . . also, see the Events Calendar

• Children's Fishing Rodeo (April)

Nearby Attractions

• Sweetwater Creek State Conservation Park
• Atlanta, GA
• Six Flags Over Georgia
• Pickett's Mill Battlefield

Contact Information

John Tanner State Park
354 Tanner's Beach Road
Carrollton, GA 30117
(770) 830-2222

Park Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Park Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.(subject to change)

Directions

Located 6 miles west of Carrollton off Georgia Highway 16.