The 9 Best Places In Georgia To Go On An Unforgettable Picnic
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Amanda Northern
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There’s nothing much more enjoyable than a picnic on a nice summer day. Georgia is home to so many beautiful parks that the choices are endless! If you’re looking to get out and have a nice Sunday picnic, check out this list of the 9 best places to go on a picnic in Georgia.
This is a very popular park in Lawrenceville. It features a flying disc golf course, fishing, a horseshoe pit and a playground! This is the perfect spot for a family picnic.
This large historic park covers 30 acres of land in Savannah. This park is known for its iconic fountain found here. It's a wonderful place to just sit and watch the day go by.
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Another beautiful morning at Forsyth Park.
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There cannot be enough said about the beauty of Gibbs Gardens. This sprawling landscape of botany is set on the estate of James Gibbs. Gibbs is the owner of a landscaping company that's won more than 250 awards for their great work. With that being said, there's no surprise that Gibbs Garden is world class!
Another gorgeous day at Gibbs Garden.
Georgia Southern University is set on a beautiful campus in Statesboro, Georgia. A university tradition, Sweetheart Circle is a space on the campus with large Oak and Pecan trees. It has seen countless marriage proposals and weddings. It would make for a perfect picnic!
This huge park is a favorite for city dwellers. It stretches for 185 acres, and features so many amenities. There is a large field for playing sports, a club house, long trails, and of course--pavilions for picnics!
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Another day at Piedmont Park!
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Welcome to the secret garden! This beautiful garden was founded in 1946, and still serves as a historic museum of botany as well as a place for botany innovations and learning. It is located on the UGA campus.
This hidden gem was founded by the Garden Club of Georgia as a memorial to the 12 founders of the Ladies' Garden Club of Athens--the first garden club in America.
This 1000+ acre park has plenty of space for anyone to come and have a picnic! After your picnic, walk the boardwalk and watch the alligators, turtles and other wildlife.
A beautiful pond at Magnolia Springs State Park. Magnolia Springs State Park is estimated to flow 7 million gallons of water per day.
What a great place to have a family fishing trip! Grab a fishing license and catch some fresh fish, then sit down at the picnic tables and have a great lunch! The beautiful blue skies at this park will make for a great family picnic.
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This park is a photographer's favorite for a reason--it's gorgeous! This 1000+ acre park contains the longest covered bridge in the state of Georgia. Go on a picnic or stay overnight on the camping grounds.
Have you ever been to any of these places or have had a picnic in one of these Georgia parks? What about your favorite places to have a picnic–where are those? Comment and tell us about it!
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