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Richard B. Russell State Park

Elberton, Georgia · Elbert County · Facility

This recreation area is part of Richard B. Russell Lake

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34.16516, -82.73631
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Richard B. Russell State Park

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High81°F
Avg Low66°F
Peak Rain Chance66%
Humidity76%
UV (avg)5
Today
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Overcast
89°/65°
💧 2%🌬 3mph
↑ 7:26 AM ↓ 7:13 PM
Sat
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Overcast
85°/70°
💧 29%🌬 6mph
↑ 7:27 AM ↓ 7:12 PM
Sun
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Rain Showers
74°/67°
💧 66%🌬 6mph
↑ 7:27 AM ↓ 7:10 PM
Mon
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Rain
82°/66°
💧 23%🌬 6mph
↑ 7:28 AM ↓ 7:09 PM
Tue
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Overcast
76°/61°
💧 2%🌬 11mph
↑ 7:29 AM ↓ 7:08 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Richard B. Russell State Park

This recreation area is part of Richard B. Russell Lake

Plan Your Visit to Richard B. Russell State Park

Heading to Richard B. Russell State Park? 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 Richard B. Russell State Park?

No central reservation system listed for Richard B. Russell State Park. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247923) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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