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Laura S. Walker State Park

Located near the northern edge of the mysterious Okefenokee Swamp, this park is home to many fascinating creatures and plants, including alligators. Walking along the lake shore and nature trail, visitors may see carnivorous pitcher plants, the shy gopher tortoise, numerous oak varieties, saw palmettos, yellow bellied flickers, warblers, owls and great blue herons. The parks lake and swimming pool offer opportunities for swimming, boating and fishing. The parks championship 18-hole golf course features a clubhouse, golf pro, unlimited weekday play and senior citizen discounts. This is one of the few state parks named after a woman, and its name is richly deserved. Laura Walker was a Georgia writer, teacher, civic leader and naturalist who was a great lover of trees and worked for their preservation.

Located 9 miles southeast of Waycross on GA Route 177. Take 1-75 to exit 62, follow US 82 east through Waycross. Or, I-95 to exit 36, follow US 82 west 47 miles.

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Location	5653 Laura Walker Rd. Waycross Georgia 31503
Phone	912-287-4901
Information	800-864-7275
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