Balus Creek Park
Oakwood, Georgia
Balus Creek Park is a boat-launch park on Lake Lanier in Oakwood — four ramps and two floating docks, with room for trucks and trailers. It suits a family heading out on the water more than a swim day, since there's no designated swimming beach here. A stretch of restaurants on Mundy Mill Road is nearby if you want food afterward. Plan for everyone to leave wetter and happier than they arrived.
Before you go
Best time to visit: Year-round
Worth packing
- Boat
- Fishing gear
- Sunscreen
Good to know
- Restrooms
- Parking
- Picnic tables
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