Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park
Cordele, Georgia (GA) State Parks
Established as a memorial to U.S. veterans, this park features a museum with aircraft, armored vehicles, uniforms, weapons, medals and other items from the Revolutionary War through the Gulf War.
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2459-A US Hwy. 280
Cordele GA 31015
Phone: 229-276-2371
Phone: 800-864-7275
Web: Visit Site
Description:
This park on the shore of Lake Blackshear, an impoundment of the Flint River, was established as a permanent memorial to U.S. veterans who served their country. Two museums are located in the park. The indoor museum includes exhibits that interpret military actions from the Revolutionary War through the Gulf War. The outdoor museum is comprised of aircraft, armored vehicles and guns from World War I through Vietnam. The park also features an 18-hole golf course and 7,000-acre Lake Blackshear
Features:
ACTIVITIES:
Boating and Waterskiing – private boats permitted
Boat rental
Fishing – bass, crappie, catfish, bream
Birding
Golf
Disc Golf
FACILITIES:
1,308 Acres
77 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites – cable TV hookups
4 Picnic Shelters
Group Shelter (seats 125 to 150)
Pioneer Campground
10 Cottages
Lake Blackshear Resort and Golf Club
Memorial Golf Course (18 Holes)
The Marina at Lake Blackshear Resort
Beach
1-Mile Nature Trail
R/C Model Airplane Flying Field
Disc Golf Course
Days/Hours/Seasons:
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8:15 AM-4:45 PM
Rates:
Rates vary for state park lodging, campsites, shelters, golf courses and other facilities. Check with the individual park’s website or by telephone to confirm current prices.
Fees:
$3 daily parking fee