Mary Alice Park Beach
Cumming, Georgia
Mary Alice Park is a bring-the-whole-car beach day on Lake Lanier, with sand, picnic space and room to settle in for several hours. Shade is limited near the water and lake bottoms are not the same as pool floors, so water shoes, flotation gear and close supervision matter. Check current swimming conditions and day-use information before heading over.
Before you go
Best time to visit: Seasonal
Worth packing
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Snacks
Good to know
- Stroller-friendly
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