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Lake Lanier

Place · Buford

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About

Lake Lanier is a 38,000-acre U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir with 690 miles of Georgia shoreline, multiple swim beaches, campgrounds, and Lake Lanier Islands resort. The closest major lake to Atlanta, it draws millions of visitors annually for boating, paddling, fishing, and weekend getaways.

Plan Your Visit

FEESBeach day-use and campsite fees vary by location
PARKINGPaid Parking
BEST SEASONSSpring, Summer, Fall
FOR FAMILIESFamily Friendly

Getting There & Around

2150 Buford Dam Rd · Buford, GA
2150 Buford Dam Rd
Buford, GA

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Upcoming Events

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SUN · JUL 19
Sun12 PMLake Lanier - Peninsula Hike

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