Forsyth County, GA

10/31/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/31/2025 13:49

USACE Announces Various Lake Lanier Park Closures, County Operated Parks Remain Open

USACE Announces Various Lake Lanier Park Closures, County Operated Parks Remain Open

Following an announcement on Oct. 31, 2025, the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has announced the immediate and indefinite closure of the following USACE-operated parks in Forsyth County due to the ongoing Federal government shutdown impact of funding (any updates to these facilities will be communicated by USACE):

  • Tidwell Park
  • Little Ridge Park
  • Two Mile Creek Park
  • Vanns Tavern Park
  • West Bank Park
  • Keith Bridge Park (already closed for season)
  • Long Hollow Park (already closed for season)

Forsyth County Parks & Recreation managed parks, boat ramps and campgrounds on Lake Lanier are OPEN amidst potential closures by USACE on Lake Lanier. Below is a list of County operated facilities on Lake Lanier, all open:

  • Charleston Park
  • Mary Alice Park
  • Six Mile Creek Park
  • Young Deer Creek Park
  • *Sawnee Campground (closing for end of season - 11/1/25)
  • *Bald Ridge Campground (closing for end of season - 11/30/25)
  • *Shady Grove Campground

*Reservation required (not for day use).

PLEASE NOTE: Any USACE park passes are not accepted at Forsyth County operated campgrounds/facilities that require paid access.

Click here to read the announcement from USACE.

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