Georgia
Vogel State Park Beach Area
Point of Interest
This small mountain lake sits at 2,280 feet with a sandy beach that’s rare in North Georgia’s typically rocky terrain. The water stays cold year-round thanks to mountain springs, making it a perfect rinse-off spot after running the dusty Forest Service roads around Brasstown Bald or Blood Mountain. Beach has picnic tables, restrooms, and a small boat ramp suitable for kayaks.
Beach gets packed on summer weekends but stays quiet weekdays and off-season. No motors allowed on the lake. Parking fills up fast during peak times — arrive early or come after 4 PM when day-users start clearing out.
Sandy mountain beach for post-trail cooling off
Place Details
| Type | Point of Interest |
|---|---|
| Street address | Vogel State Park Road, Georgia Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Blairsville, GA |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $5.00 / night |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Picnic table, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |
Location
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