Little Ocmulgee State Park &038; Lodge sits on 1,360 acres in McRae-Helena, deep in the heart of south-central Georgia’s Telfair County. What sets this park apart is its unexpected pairing of wild, sandy landscapes with full-service lodge accommodations — a combination rare among Georgia’s state parks.

The park centers around Little Ocmulgee River and its dark, tannic waters, which feed a scenic lake perfect for fishing largemouth bass, bream, and catfish. An 18-hole Wallace Adams Golf Course winds through longleaf pine forests, making this one of the few state parks in the Southeast where you can tee off steps from your lodge room. Hikers will find several miles of trails cutting through sandhills and oak hammocks, where gopher tortoises and indigo snakes still roam — remnants of an ancient coastal ecosystem stranded far inland.

The lodge offers comfortable rooms and a full-service restaurant, while cottages tucked among the pines provide a quieter alternative. For those who prefer sleeping closer to the ground, the park has tent and RV camping with hookups available.

Spring and fall deliver the best conditions — mild temperatures in the 60s and 70s with fewer mosquitoes than the humid summer months. Winter weekends are ideal for golf, with uncrowded fairways and cool, clear skies.

With a strong 4.4-star rating from over 660 visitors, Little Ocmulgee consistently earns praise for its peaceful setting, well-maintained facilities, and a staff that treats guests like regulars. It’s south Georgia at its most welcoming.

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