Photo: Dsdugan, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
This 1,613-acre Georgia park has an abundance of wildlife, particularly gopher tortoises and buzzards.
During winter, thousands of large birds, which are black and turkey vultures, roost in trees and soar overhead. Year-round, gopher tortoises may be seen digging their dens in the sandy soil. Alligators, bald eagles, the rare limpkin, herons, indigo snakes and many other species live in this protected Georgia state park, and the 375-acre lake is popular for fishing, paddling and swimming.
Hurricane Helene Recovery
The park was damaged by Hurricane Helene. It is open and restoration is in progress: most trails have reopened as debris has been cleared, but damaged boardwalk sections remain closed while repairs continue. Call 229-896-3551 for current trail conditions.
- Address542 Reed Bingham Road, Adel, GA 31620
- Park Hours7 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily
- Office Hours8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Parking Fee$10 per vehicle (ParkPass)
- Park Phone229-896-3551
- Campsite & Shelter Reservations1-800-864-7275
- GPS CoordinatesN 31.161633, W -83.538933
Driving directions: Located 6 miles west of Adel on GA Hwy 37 via I-75 Exit #39, and 14 miles east of U.S. Hwy 319 in Moultrie.
Reed Bingham State Park Map
This is the Georgia State Parks map of Reed Bingham State Park from 2008, kept in our archive. It shows the park’s roads and main facilities as they were laid out then, so newer buildings, campsites, trails and closures will not appear on it. Before you go, check the current maps below.
Current maps:
- Reed Bingham State Park official trail map (PDF) from Georgia State Parks
- Reed Bingham State Park official 2022 site map (image) from Georgia State Parks
- Official Reed Bingham State Park page for hours, fees and current closures
Buzzard Watching
“Buzzard” viewing is best in the morning and late afternoon during winter. Good spots are near the bridge and dam in the morning and along the nature trail near dusk.
Park Amenities
- 1,613 acres
- 375-acre lake
- 46 tent, RV & trailer campsites with cable TV hookups
- Full-hookup sewer sites
- Paddle-in island campsite (sleeps 30)
- 1 pioneer campground
- 7 picnic shelters
- 4 group shelters (50–120 people)
- Beach pavilion & sand beach
- 3 boat ramps & 2 docks
- Accessible fishing pier: bass, crappie, catfish & bream
- Canoe, kayak & bike rentals
- Seasonal guided pontoon boat tours
- Miniature golf
- 2 playgrounds & outdoor exercise equipment
- Hiking trails
- Orienteering & GeoCaching
- Ranger & homeschool programs
Photos
Gopher TortoisesDigging dens in the sandy soil
Canoe & Kayak RentalPaddle the 375-acre lake
Little River TrailBoardwalks through the swamp
Photos via Wikimedia Commons: Michael Rivera, CC BY-SA 3.0; Michael Rivera, CC BY-SA 4.0; Michael Rivera, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Camping
Campsites with Electricity
50-foot sites hold 1 tent, 2 tents, a pop-up trailer, or a trailer or motorhome up to 50 feet. Water, 30-amp electric, cable hookup, picnic table, grill and fire ring. The comfort station has a washer/dryer. Maximum 6 people and 2 vehicles per site.
Paddle-In Island Campsite
A primitive campsite on a small island in the lake, sleeping up to 30. You’ll need a boat to reach it.
Pioneer Campsites
Primitive, rugged sites for groups of at least 15, located by themselves. Pit toilets, picnic tables, grills and fire rings, but no shelter, water or electricity.
Picnic & Group Shelters
All visitors are required to have a ParkPass. All picnic shelters have water, electricity, lights and grills.
Picnic Shelters
Open-sided covered shelters spread around the lake, beach, boat ramp, playground, mini golf, ballfield, campground and nature trail. Shelter #2 sits near the lake and beach, and #4 has a view of the lake.
Group Shelter #1 (“Family Shelter”)
Enclosed end shelter near the lake with heat/AC, a separate kitchen/food prep area and handicapped-accessible restrooms. Large field and boat ramp nearby.
Group Shelter #4 (“Playground Shelter”)
On the Cook County side of the park next to Picnic Shelter #7, behind the playground and mini golf. Water but no appliances; close to the ballfield, restrooms and campground.
Reservations & Cancellation Policy
Cancellation of a reservation must be made at least 3 days prior to arrival to receive a refund; a cancellation/handling fee per reservation will be charged. Changing your arrival date less than 3 days before the scheduled arrival counts as a cancellation and forfeits the deposit.
Check-In/Check-Out: Check-in is between 1 p.m. and 10 p.m.; check-out is before 1 p.m. Campers must register and present a reservation confirmation before setting up. Not arriving on the first night of your stay counts as a no-show – your reservation is cancelled and the deposit forfeited.
Reservation Changes: One change is allowed at no charge with 3 days’ notice; additional changes incur a per-reservation handling fee.