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Here are some of our favorite lakes in Georgia, in no particular order.
They each have their own perks, so youll want to spend time picking out your favorite.
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University of Alabama football coachNick Sabanand country music superstar Alan Jackson both have had homes on its shores.
If you have a boat, plan to go for a cruise around the pristine waters.
While youre in town, plan to explore Black Rock Mountain State Park, the highest in the state.
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The 3,290-acre lake boasts 65 miles of shoreline, 80 percent of which is in the lushChattahoochee National Forest.
No boat of your own?
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Want to stay the night?
The park has about 50 campsites, including a primitive island site youll need to paddle to reach.
In fact, Lake Sinclair is a prime spot for wakeboarding.
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The all-in-one spot offers everything from boat storage to pontoon and ski boat day rentals.
Live music and frozen and large-batch cocktails are quick to get the party started.
Not sure where to dive in?
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Start at one of three county parks or at Georgia Veterans State Park and Resort.
But fish aren’t the only creatures to call this lake and the surrounding areas home.
Wildlife is abundant around these parts.
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Fishing is big on this lake, but if you don’t have a boat, don’t fret.
Lake Tobesofkee is home to three public parks called Claystone, Sandy Beach, and Arrowhead.
Built in 1912, it was formed at the completion of the Tallulah Falls Dam.
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Now it is part of Tallulah Gorge State Park.
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