Moccasin Creek State Park is located 20 miles north of Clarkesville, GA on Hwy 197 or 15 miles west of Clayton, GA via Hwy 76 and Hwy 197. Known as the park "where spring spends the summer," Moccasin Creek is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the shores of lovely 2,800-acre Lake Burton. Despite its mountain location, the 32 acre park is relatively flat, offering easy navigation for children's bicycles and wheelchairs. A fully accessible fishing pier sits above a trout-filled creek open only to physically challenged visitors, senior citizens and children. Tour the adjacent trout rearing station, hike on several nearby mountain trails or simply relax in this peaceful setting. The park's central location makes it a perfect jumping off spot for mountain exploration.
Hikers will want to explore the 2 mile Hemlock Falls hiking trail and the Appalachian Trail is near the park.
Fishermen can rent a jon boat (in season) and fish for bass, crappie and bream in the lake. Stream fishing is restricted as noted above. Canoes are also available for rental. North Georgia Mountains Outdoors blog sponsored by High Flight Designs. All information and photos posted on this blog are copyrighted by High Flight Designs and may not be used without prior written permission.
