Discover Georgia's Magnolia Midlands ADA Accessible Places to Visit - There are plenty of fun in and outdoor places throughout this travel region. Visit Dodge County Public Fishing Area, Georgia Southern Museum and Botanical Garden, Meinhardt Vineyards and Winery, Veterans Park, Frogbottom Gritsmill, Butler Brown Gallery, Altama Museum of Art and History and more.Stay and Play in GA!
Dodge County Public Fishing Area Size: 104 acres Fish: Channel catfish, bass, and bream can be caught. Lake Facilities: A multi-lane concrete boat ramp, picnic tables, restrooms, nature trail and fishing pier. The restrooms and a fishing pier are handicap accessible. Fee: Anglers 16 or older must have: a state fishing license plus WMA stamp; honorary fishing license; or one day fishing license. Open: All year from sunrise to sunset Restrictions: Outboard motors over 10 hp must operate at idle speed only. A WMA stamp and a state fishing license, or a one-day fishing license, is needed to fish. Swimming is not allowed, and live baitfish may not be used. Outboard motors over 10 hp must operate at idle speed only. There are special creel limits of 5 bass 14 inches long or longer, 15 bream, and 5 channel catfish. Contact Information Owner: Wildlife Resources Division, Ga. Department of Natural Resources Address: Route 4, Box 40 Eastman, GA 31023-9242 Phone: 912-74-6765 Directions: 3 miles southeast of Eastman off U.S. Hwy 23 and 341 on Dodge Lake Road
Evans County Public Fishing Area Size: 3 lakes; 8, 30, and 84 acres Fish: Bluegill, largemouth bass, and catfish. The larger lakes have all species present while the 8 acre lake is intensively managed for bass and bream. Lake Facilities: Boat ramps, picnic tables, restrooms, fishing piers. Concrete boat ramps exist on the 8 and 84 acre lakes. All lakes accessible to bank and boat fishing. Fee: Anglers 16 or older must have: a state fishing license plus WMA stamp; honorary fishing license; or one day fishing license.
Open: March 1 through October 31, on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day from sunrise to sunset. Restrictions: Boats may use electric motors only. Anglers 16 years of age and older, except honorary license holders, must purchase a daily permit. A valid Wildlife Management Area stamp may be substituted for a daily permit. Only electric motors may be used. Swimming and camping are not permitted. Contact Information Owner: Wildlife Resources Division, Ga. Department of Natural Resources Phone: 912-739-1139 or 912-685-6425 Address: Metter Fisheries Office, Route 4, Box 605 Metter, GA 30439-9802 Directions: On County Road 197 off U.S. Hwy 280, 8 miles east of Claxton
Lake Lindsay Grace in Wayne County Size: 234 acres Fish: Bass, bream and crappie Lake Facilities: A boat ramp, bank fishing, picnic tables, restrooms, tent camping, swimming, and handicap accessible facilities are available. Fee: No special fees - Open: All year from sunrise to sunset Restrictions: No race boats. Bank fishing only. Contact Information Owner: Wayne County Phone: 912-579-6475 Address: 1167 Griffin Road Screven, GA 31560 Directions: On GA Hwy 99, 5 miles west of the intersection of GA Hwy 99 and 84 near Jesup
Little Ocmulgee State Park Lake in Wheeler County Size: 224 acres Fish: Bass, bream, channel catfish and crappie Lake Facilities: Fishing Access from the bank or by boat from a concrete ramp. Boat ramp, canoe and paddle boat rentals, dock accessible to persons with disabilities, picnic tables, camping, lodging, tennis, golf Fee: $5 parking fee Open: All year during daylight hours Restrictions: 10 hp motor restriction between sunrise and 11 am, and between 6 pm and sunset There is no swimming. A 10 hp motor restriction applies between sunup and 11 am, and between 6 pm and sundown. Contact Information Owner: Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division, GA DNR Phone: 912-868-7474 Address: P. O. Drawer 149 Mc Rae, GA 31055 Directions: 2 miles north of McRae on U.S. Hwy 319/441
State Parks
Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites are committed to making facilities and programs accessible to everyone. All lodges have accessible rooms, meeting facilities and restaurants. Most parks offer accessible cottages, campsites, fishing piers, nature trails and picnic areas. Since degrees of accessibility vary among the sites, visitors may find it helpful to call the park or historic site they plan to visit to ensure their needs can be met. Overnight guests should be specific about needs when making reservations.
General Coffee State Park - ADA Access Ammenities: Campsites with comfort station, cottage, museum and restroom. Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm. Phone: 912-384-7082 at 8 am - 5 pm - Address: 46 John Coffee Road, Nicholls, GA 31554
A. Randall Tuten Environmental Park is 20 acres of streams, wetlands and ponds with a floating dock, more than 100 species of trees and an amphitheater. Open: Monday - Friday at 8 am - 3 pm. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired Phone: 912-367-8630 – Address: US Hwy. 15, South, Appling County Middle School, Baxley, GA
Center for Wildlife Education and the Lamar Q. Ball Jr. Raptor Center - Home to many birds of prey and more. Raptor demonstrations and hands-on reptile programs. Experience intriguing raptor demonstrations and hands-on reptile programs. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and party facilities. Open Mon - Fri at 9 am - 4:45 pm and Saturday 1-5 pm. Closed Sunday. Phone: 912-478-0831 Address: 240 Forest Dr. Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA 30458
Georgia Southern University Botanical Garden- Centered on an early 20th century farmstead, Georgia Southern Botanical Garden offers visitors a unique view of the cultural and natural heritage of the southeastern coastal plain, an area rich in unique and endangered plants. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission. Phone: 912-871-1149 - Address: Georgia Southern University, 1505 Bland Ave, Statesboro, GA
Georgia Southern University Museum/ Herty Nature Trail features a 26-foot fossil of a prehistoric Mosasaur and north America’s oldest whale fossil. Located in the Herty Memorial Pine Forest, this scenic trail has rolling hills and a variety of terrain. Visit the Georgia Southern University Museum to obtain your trail guide. Open: Monday - Friday at 9 am - 5 pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 2-5 pm. Call for groups. Free admission.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-681-5444 - Address: Southern Dr, Rosenwald Bldg, Statesboro, GA 30460
Guido Gardens-Evangelistic Association is home to the 24-hour Chapel in the Pines, that features a gazebo, arbors, water attractions, and flora. Open: Tours Mon.-Fri. 8a.m.-12p.m., 1-5p.m. Call for holiday hours. Free admission.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-685-2222 – Address: 600 N Lewis St, Metter, GA
Meinhardt Vineyards and Winery - Meinhardt produces and sells muscadine wines, cheese, jams and jellies and offers tours and tastings. Open: Wed.-Thurs. 11a.m.-8p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11a.m.-11p.m. Free admission.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-339-2458 – Address: 305 Kennedy Pond Rd., Statesboro, GA 30458
Towns Bluff Park and Heritage Center and Bullard Creek WMA is located on the banks of the Altamaha River. It offers fishing, hunting, canoeing, primitive camping, RV sites, open air picnic shelters with grills, and a Conference Center that overlooks the river. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Phone: 912-423-2988 – Address: Hwy. 221 N., Hazlehurst, GA 31539
Veterans Park is located adjacent to the airport terminal, commemorates servicemen and women in the armed services. Free admission.Open: Park open daily dusk-dawn, terminal at 8 am - 6 pm. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired Phone: 912-384-1409 – Address: Greer Terminal, Douglas, GA 31533
Indoor Places To Visit
Museums
Appling County Heritage Center - The center's holdings include agricultural tools, black history, a war room, genealogy room and publications by local historians. Call for tours. Open Tues-Fri Noon to 4:30 pm. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission. Phone: 912-367-8133 - Address: 137 Thomas St., Baxley, GA
Altama Museum of Art and History - This collection includes American and European prints, 20th-century Southern paintings, Libby procelain and John James Audubon prings. The 1911 neoclassic-style Brazell House features a 260 piece Stafforshire porcelain exhibit, 20th century Southern paintings and antique prints, including 24 first-edition Audubons. Open: weekdays from 10am - 4pm. Closed Wednesday. Free Admission.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-537-1911 Address: 611 Jackson St., Vidalia, GA
Dublin-Laurens Museum - Built in 1094, this former library was converted in to the museum of the Laurens County Historical Society. Open: Tue-Fri 1-4:30p.m. Or by reservation. Free admission. Call for group tours. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and party facilities. Phone: 478-272-9242 – Address: 311 Academy Ave., Dublin, GA 31021
Georgia Southern University Museum/ Herty Nature Trail features a 26-foot fossil of a prehistoric Mosasaur and north America’s oldest whale fossil. Located in the Herty Memorial Pine Forest, this scenic trail has rolling hills and a variety of terrain. Visit the Georgia Southern University Museum to obtain your trail guide. Open: Mon.-Fri. 9a.m.-5p.m., Sat.-Sun. 2-5p.m. Call for groups. Free admission.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-681-5444 - Address: Southern Dr, Rosenwald Bldg, Statesboro, GA 30460
Glennville-Tattnall Museum - Built in 1911 as a school, the museum showcases local and Southern history with artifacts, photographs and animation. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission. Open: Monday - Friday at 9 am - 4 pm. Phone: 912-654-3756 - Address: S Tillman St., Glennville, GA
Hazlehurst-Jeff Davis County Historical Society Museum displays antiques and artifacts of rural Georgia. The museum is housed in a turn-of-the-century raised cottage. Open: Monday - Friday at 10 am - 3 pm. Call for guided tours. Donations accepted.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Party Facilities. Phone: 912-375-4543 – Address: 61 Coffee St., Hazlehurst, GA 31539
Heritage Station Museum - Located in the old G&F Railroad depot, it shows the history of the railroad and local counties. Museum has fine regional art for purchase too. Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Guided tours Mon-Fri 10 am - 4 pm. $1 admission. Phone: 912-389-3461 - Address: 219 W Ward St., Douglas, GA 31533
Pioneer Arts and Historical Society Bicentennial Museum - The museum's collection is representative of the areas and vocations of Telfair County in the late 1900s. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Open Sun 2-4 pm and by appointment. Free, but donations accepted.Phone: 229-868-2664 - Address: 2 Sixth St., Helena, GA
World War II Flight Training Museum interprets the story of men and women who volunteered to fly and fight in the world's greatest airborne conflict. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Open Museum hours are 11 AM to 4 PM on Friday and Saturday. Free admission, but donations accepted. Phone: 912-383-9111 Address: 3 Airport Circle, Douglas, GA
Art Galleries
Altama Museum of Art and History - The collection includes American and European prints and 20th-century Soutern paintings. Features Libby porcelain and John James Audubon prints. Amenities: parking, public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Call for hours. Free admission.Phone: 912-537-1911 - Address: 611 Jackson St., Vidalia, GA 30474
Averitt Center for the Arts - The historic Statesboro Bank now houses an art gallery and more. The Emma Kelly Theater offers performances year-round. Open Mon - Fri 10 am - 7 pm and Sat 10 am - 4 pm. Amenties: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-212-ARTS - Address: 33 E Main St., Statesboro, GA
Butler Brown Gallery - A world-renowned artist, Butler Brown has paintings hanging in the White House. Open: Tuesday - Friday at 10 am to 5 pm and Saturday at 11 am - 3 pm. Free admission.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 478-322-2220. Address: 1849 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins GA 31093 - Located 13.7 miles east of Hawkinsville, GA 31036
Historic Sites - Indoor and Outdoor
Appling County Heritage Center has agricultural tools, black history, a war room, genealogy room and publications by local historians. An extraordinary display explaining the early turpentine production in Appling County is featured at this museum that also has a Black History Room, a Genealogy Room, and a War Room, as well as a wide variety of items and records that detail the history of Appling County. Open: Tuesday - Friday at 12 Noon to 4:30 pm. Call for tours. Free admission. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-367-8133 – Address: 137 Thomas Street, Baxley, GA 31513
Dell Goodall House- The former Screven County seat is said to have been destroyed by a curse. This 1815 house is all that remains. Call for tours. Free tours. Amenities: Parking, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-564-7878, 912-829-3291 Address: US Hwy 301, State Rt. 24, Sylvania, GA 30467
Frogbottom Gritsmill - With a pull of the crank on the old John Deere engine, the two large stones grind corn into grits and cornmeal. This historic facility has been painstakingly restored to its former glory. Visitors can view an old John Deere engine turn two large stones to grind corn into grits and cornmeal. Call ahead. Open: Year-round, but best to go September through January. Free tours.Amenities: Parking and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-375-4073 – Address: 65 Luther Turner Rd., Hazlehurst, GA 31539
Historic Opera House - Stages concerts and other live performances on its full-size stage with near-perfect acoustics. Musical theater features Children's Productions, Comedy, Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Classical, R&B, and Gospel concerts are just some of the performances occurring at the Opera House. Free tours by reservation. Amenities: Parking, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and party facilities. Open daily 10 am - 4 pm. Phone: 478-783-1884 Address: 100 Lumpkin St., Hawkinsville, GA
Ladson Genealogical Library - Ladson’s store of genealogical materials focuses primarily in the southeastern U.S. and the Eastern seaboard. Open: Monday through Friday at 9 am - 1 pm and 2-5 pm. Closed on holidays. Free admission.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 912-537-8186 – Address: 125 Church St., Vidalia, GA 30474
The Historic Ashely-Slater House is a turn-of-the-century Italianae mansion that serves as the Douglas Area Welcome Center and Chamber of Commerce.
Built in 1912 by Mr. John Marshall Ashley as a wedding present for his wife, the Ashley-Slater House is complete with moldings, beautiful woodwork, and an original mural. Visitors should drop by the get local and regional tourism information and relocation packets as well as a tour of the historic home. There are EVP recordings of ghosts sounds in this house. The Ashley-Slater House is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Call ahead of time to book a tour or drop by any time for travel and tourism information. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and party facilities. Phone: 912-384-4555 - Address: 211 S Gaskin Ave., Douglas, GA
