For the sake of our community
Education, Preservation, and Recreation
Stephens County, Georgia
WELCOME TO
TUGALOO BEND PARK
A FACILITY AND PROJECT OF THE STEPHENS COUNTY FOUNDATION
2104 YONAH DAM RD. -- TOCCOA, GA 30577
PHONE: (706) 491-1304
HOURS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:
Monday - Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5PM
Sundays: 1:30PM - 5PM
Other times are available on a prearranged basis. Please contact us
Located on 87 acres within the Historic Tugaloo River Corridor, this site was once the home of the Native American town of "Estatoe"in the 18th century then later a working farm in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Now this site is open to the public for recreational purposes, group functions and events such as family reunions, church fellowship gatherings, kids birthday parties and the like. Most facilities are FREE of charge.
Take a stroll on a nature trail to the river or enjoy a picnic with family and friends or join us for one of our nature events or music happenings. We even have have kayaks and canoes for rent so you can take your adventure to the water. There's plenty of areas to explore!
For private events such as weddings and corporate functions, the entire park may be rented exclusively (closed to the public). See below for more info.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Take a step back in time....
Come and enjoy this beautiful land that's a part of our heritage.
PHOTO SLIDE GALLERY
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Facilities
Elizabeth Hayes Pavilion - Picnic Tables
Outdoor kitchen equipped with gas grill, sink (hot and cold water) stainless steel prep tables & power outlets
Nature Trails (approximately 4 miles) -- Handicap Accessible Nature Trail (800 feet)
Small group camping area - Wetland Overlook
Restrooms (handicap accessible)
Outdoor Classroom
Kayak / Canoe Rentals available
Rental Fees & Reservations
Pavilion Rental for Group of 25 people or more: $50
with Outdoor kitchen rental: $100
Other stipulations may apply
Please contact us to prearrange
Use of the camping area
Group use of the pavilion
Exclusive private function
Kayak / canoe rental
Call us at : 706-491-1304 or submit a reservation request via email by clicking the button below.
Your reservation is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation notice back from us.
TUGALOO BEND HERITAGE PARK TRAIL & SITE MAP
CLICK ON PDF FOR A PRINTABLE VERSION OF THIS MAP AND OUR BROCHURE
Canoe and Kayak Rental
Explore the Tugaloo River, Lake Hartwell or Yonah Lake by water. Canoes and kayak are available to rent by the day.
Equipment Available
- (1) Tandem (2 People) Sit on Kayak
- (7) Sit in kayaks
- (6) Sit on kayaks
- (4) 2 seat canoes
Rental Times: Flexible schedule
Contact Larry 706-491-1304
Rental Fee:
$30 per day for a canoe or kayak
$20 per day for renting 2 or more
$45 per day for the Tandem Kayak
Prices include paddles, PFD’s, and a river map with access points and area of interest.
A deposit of at least $100 or half of the rental fee ,whichever is greater, will be taken at time of rental.
The deposit can be in the form of a credit card transaction or a check.
Advanced reservations are recommended. Call 706-491-1304 or send us an email by clicking the button below.
Please indicate the date/times, your contact details and the type of equipment you would like to rent.
Tugaloo Bend Park
2104 YONAH DAM RD. -- TOCCOA, GA 30577
PHONE: (706) 491-1304
Fridays: 1:30PM - 5PM
Saturdays: 8:30 AM - 5PM
Sundays: 1:30PM - 5PM
Other times are available on a prearranged basis. phone #: 706-491-1304 / contact us