Little Ocmulgee State Park
Georgia

Little Ocmulgee State Park

Spaulding Drive, McRae–Helena, Georgia 31055
Available Activities
  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • Golfing

Georgia’s Resort State Park — 60-Room Lodge, 18-Hole Golf Course, 256-Acre Lake, and Splash Pad — A full-service state park resort with hotel lodge, championship golf, lakeside cabins, swimming pool, splash pad, on-site restaurant, and 54 campsites — Dodge County, Georgia

Little Ocmulgee State Park is Georgia’s most complete resort-style state park — a rare combination of a 60-room lodge with restaurant, an 18-hole championship golf course, a 256-acre lake, lakeside cabins, swimming pool, splash pad, and full campground. This is not a rustic wilderness experience — it’s a resort wrapped in a state park, with the Fairway Grill restaurant overlooking the golf course and comfortable rooms with modern amenities.

The Wallace Adams Golf Course winds through loblolly pines, magnolias, and willows — one of Georgia’s best public courses. Meanwhile, the Oak Ridge Trail reveals sand hills habitat where you might spot gopher tortoises and eastern indigo snakes, two of Georgia’s most iconic protected species.

What to Do

ActivityDetailsNotes
GolfWallace Adams — 18 holesChampionship course, pro shop, carts
Lodge60-room hotelMeeting rooms, restaurant, A/C
CabinsLakeside rentalsViews of Little Ocmulgee Lake
Camping54 sitesTents, RVs, cable TV hookups
SwimmingPool + splash padSeasonal, plus lake beach
HikingOak Ridge Trail — 2.6 miSand hills, gopher tortoises, indigo snakes
Fishing/Boating256-acre lakeYear-round, gear rental available
DiningFairway GrillBreakfast/lunch/dinner, golf course views

Best Time to Visit

SeasonWeatherBest For
Spring (Mar–May)62–82°FGolf, hiking, wildflowers, comfortable
Fall (Oct–Nov)55–78°FGolf, fishing, mild temps, fewer crowds
Summer (Jun–Aug)78–95°FPool, splash pad, lake swimming
Winter (Dec–Feb)38–58°FLodge getaway, off-peak golf

💰 Trip Cost Estimator

ExpenseCostNotes
Day Use$5/vehicleGA state park pass
Lodge Room$90–$140/night60 rooms, restaurant access
Cabin$120–$180/nightLakeside, fully equipped
Campsite$28–$40/night54 sites, cable TV available
Golf (18 holes)$25–$45Cart rental extra
Weekend Getaway$200–$400Lodge + golf + dining

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there really a hotel inside a state park?

Yes — a 60-room lodge with the Fairway Grill restaurant, meeting facilities, and modern rooms. It’s one of the few state parks in Georgia with full resort amenities.

How good is the golf course?

Excellent. The Wallace Adams Golf Course is consistently rated among Georgia’s best public courses — 18 holes through pines, magnolias, and willows at state park prices.

Can I see indigo snakes?

Possibly. The Oak Ridge Trail passes through sand hills habitat where the rare eastern indigo snake and gopher tortoise live. Sightings are uncommon but documented.

⛳ Georgia’s Park Resort

60-room lodge, championship golf, lakeside cabins, pool, splash pad, and on-site restaurant — a full resort wrapped inside a state park.

🗺️ Official Park Page

Wildlife & Nature

Little Ocmulgee SP — 1,360 acres — features an 18-hole Wallace Adams Golf Course and resort lodge. The park’s lake, longleaf pine, and Ocmulgee River support alligators, white-tailed deer, and wild turkeys. Gopher tortoises burrow in the sandy soil. Largemouth bass fill the lake.

Nearby Attractions

McRae-Helena — adjacent. Telfair Museums area — surrounding. Dodge County — surrounding.

Sarah Mitchell

About the Author

Outdoor Editor & Trail Expert

Sarah Mitchell is an outdoor writer and trail researcher with over 8 years of experience exploring state parks across America. As the lead editor at AmericasStateParks.org, she has personally visited more than 200 parks in 42 states, logging thousands of trail miles and hundreds of campground nights. Sarah specializes in detailed park guides, accessibility information, and family-friendly outdoor planning. Her work focuses on helping first-time visitors feel confident and well-prepared for their state park adventures.

200+ state parks visited across 42 states | 8+ years of outdoor writing

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Park Location

Spaulding Drive, McRae–Helena, Georgia 31055