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George L. Smith State Park, Twin City, GA

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George L. Smith State Park

A 1,634-acre Georgia state park in Emanuel County built around a 412-acre mill pond.

371 George L. Smith State Park Road, Twin City, GA 30471 · Twin City, GA

About George L. Smith State Park

Centered on a mill pond lined with cypress and tupelo trees, this Emanuel County park preserves a restored 1880 complex that combines a gristmill, sawmill, covered bridge and dam. Anglers and paddlers explore the water by kayak or canoe, birders watch wading species such as herons and ibises, and hikers follow trails through the woods in search of gopher tortoises. Visitors can stay in lakeside campsites or cottages, and a conference center near the bridge hosts reunions and gatherings.

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