Ellenton Georgia BEACHES & WATERFRONT ESCAPES


Listed below are the best beaches and waterfront escapes near Ellenton, Georgia.



1. Reed Bingham State Park

Lakefront nature escape. Reed Bingham State Park features a large sand beach along a 375-acre lake perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking. Visitors can enjoy canoe and kayak rentals, birdwatching, hiking trails, and frequent wildlife sightings in a diverse ecosystem.

MORE INFO

2. Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge

Family-friendly sandy beach. Set along Little Ocmulgee Lake, this park boasts a sandy swimming beach surrounded by pine forest. Families can enjoy picnicking, fishing, hiking, and a playground in a serene setting.

MORE INFO

3. Georgia Veterans State Park

Lakeside recreation hub. Located on Lake Blackshear, the park offers a spacious sandy beach for swimming, volleyball, and picnicking. Visitors can also try fishing, boating, and exploring military history exhibits.

MORE INFO

4. Seminole State Park

Lake Seminole retreat. This park features a long sandy beach along Lake Seminole for swimming, sunbathing, and watersports. Shaded picnic areas, nature trails, and abundant birdlife make it a regional favorite.

MORE INFO

5. Kolomoki Mounds State Park

Historic lakeside beach. Kolomoki Lake's sandy beach is ideal for swimming and relaxing after exploring the ancient Native American mounds. The park also offers canoe rentals, fishing, and shaded picnic spots.

MORE INFO


6. Laura S. Walker State Park

Lakefront leisure spot. A sandy beach along beautiful Lake Laura Walker lets visitors swim, picnic, and enjoy gentle water recreation. The park's trails and wildlife viewing opportunities round out the experience.

MORE INFO

7. Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Scenic lakeshore haven. Banks Lake offers a natural sandy shore for wildlife observation, fishing, and paddling. The tranquil setting is perfect for birdwatching and peaceful picnics by the water.

MORE INFO

8. Shell Point Beach

Gulf Coast day trip. A quick drive south brings visitors to Shell Point Beach, a popular sandy stretch for swimming, sunbathing, and kite flying on the Gulf. The shallow waters and amenities make it a family-friendly coastal escape.

MORE INFO

9. Bald Point State Park

Natural Gulf beaches. Bald Point State Park features miles of pristine Gulf beaches for swimming, beachcombing, and wildlife viewing. Visitors can kayak, fish, or relax amid coastal dunes and tidal marshes.

MORE INFO

10. St. George Island State Park

Top-rated barrier island. St. George Island State Park offers wide, sparkling beaches for swimming, shelling, and picnicking. Renowned for its natural beauty, the park is a hotspot for birding, fishing, and tranquil Gulf sunsets.

MORE INFO