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Walter F. George Lake

Walter F. George Lake is a 45,000 acre lake located on the Chattahoocee River between the states of Alabama and Georgia. This area is rich in history with many nearby historic sites and towns. The lake is nationally known for it's bass and crappie fishing. The lock, located at Ft. Gaines, Georgia, has the second highest drop east of the Mississippi River. Fishing and water recreation opportunities abound. Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge is located on the northern end of the lake offering excellent bird viewing all year. There are both state and Corps of Engineers operated campgrounds and day use parks featuring picnic areas, beaches and boat ramps, among other opportunities.



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Region: US Army Corps of Engineers


 Directions

Centrally located to Dothan, Alabama, and Albany, Georgia, within an hour's drive. Eufaula, Alabama, and Georgetown and Ft. Gaines, Georgia, are all located adjacent to the lake.In Dothan take 431 north to Abbeville (27 miles). In Abbeville take Hwy. 10 East to Ft. Gaines, GA. In Ft. Gaines take Hwy 39 north, go 2 miles. ACF/Walter F. George Resource Site building is on the left.



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Address: Route 1
PO Box 176
Ft. Gaines, GA 31751-9722
Phone: 229-768-2516
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