Overview White Oak Creek Day Use Area is situated on the shores of Walter F. George Lake on the Georgia and Alabama border. The lake is a great place to get away for a week, a weekend or just an afternoon. Boating, swimming, fishing and camping are popular activities. Recreation The Chattahoochie River lakes are an ang…
Overview White Oak Creek Day Use Area is situated on the shores of Walter F. George Lake on the Georgia and Alabama border. The lake is a great place to get away for a week, a weekend or just an afternoon. Boating, swimming, fishing and camping are popular activities. Recreation The Chattahoochie River lakes are an angler's paradise, where largemouth bass, white bass, hybrids, crappie, channel catfish and bream are found. The lake's 640 miles of shoreline offer many excellent locations for bank fishing, and a boat ramp is conveniently located nearby. The lake and its surrounding forests provide a great locale for hiking, hunting or simply observing wildlife. Facilities Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, play ground, pinic tables, bbq grills and two group shelters. Natural Features Walter F. George Lake, sometimes called Lake Eufaula, stretches 85 miles up the Chattahoochee River. Visitors come to relax and play among the natural beauty of the area. The lands surrounding the lake are forested with dense stands of mixed hardwoods. A wide variety of wildlife is commonly seen, including waterfowl, deer, squirrels, rabbits, eagles, hawks, bobcats and dozens of species of songbirds. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (229) 768-2516 for general information. Nearby Attractions The historic towns of Eufaula, Alabama and Cuthbert, Georgia are nearby. Eufaula boasts more than 20 structures and districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Beautiful antebellum mansions are located throughout both towns.
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Water Spigot Adjacent to Group Picnic Shelter #2 White Oak Day Use — USACEView of Playground from Group Picnic Shelter #2 White Oak Day Use — USACEView of White Oak Creek from Shelter #1 — USACEGrill Adjacent to Group Picnic Shelter #2 White Oak Day Use — USACEPlayground near Picnic Shelter #2 — USACEGroup Picnic Shelter #2 White Oak Day Use — USACE
How to Get There
From Eufaula, Alabama, take US 431 south. Turn left on SR 95 and continue for 2 miles, then follow signs to the day use area.
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Dry bags for electronics
Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to White Oak Creek Day Use
Heading to White Oak Creek Day Use? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for White Oak Creek Day Use?
No central reservation system listed for White Oak Creek Day Use. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10210097) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at White Oak Creek Day Use?
White Oak Creek Day Use has 2 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to White Oak Creek Day Use?
From Eufaula, Alabama, take US 431 south. Turn left on SR 95 and continue for 2 miles, then follow signs to the day use area.
