Lawrence Shoals Park (Lake Oconee)
One of the best-equipped public parks on Lake Oconee, with a white-sand swimming beach, a year-round boat ramp, and Rock Hawk's mountain bike trails next door.
| Address | 123 Lawrence Shoals Rd, Eatonton, GA 31024 |
| Drive from our store | About 20 minutes |
| Launch | Boat ramp, plus a sandy beach |
| Water | Lake Oconee, near Wallace Dam |
| Best for | Paddleboards, families, bike and paddle days |
| Cost | Day-use fee per vehicle. Check at the gate. |
| Season | Park March 1 to November 30. Boat ramp open year-round. |
Georgia Power parks for current hours, fees, and conditions.
About the paddle
Lawrence Shoals is a Georgia Power park on the southeast side of Lake Oconee. It has a white-sand beach with marked swimming areas, pavilions, playgrounds, and a boat ramp that stays open all year.
The beach is an easy paddleboard launch, and there are quiet coves along the nearby shoreline. The park is close to Wallace Dam, so stay well away from the dam and its intake areas, where water can move.
Rock Hawk Trails is right next door, so you can ride in the morning and paddle in the afternoon.
Where to park and launch
| Launch | Address | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Shoals Park | 123 Lawrence Shoals Rd, Eatonton, GA 31024 |
Map Directions |
Good to know
- Stay away from Wallace Dam and follow all posted buoys and warning signs.
- Stay out of the marked swimming areas when you paddle.
- The boat docks are for campers only.
- Pair it with a ride at Rock Hawk Trails next door.
Stop by Okana Outdoors before you paddle
We are at 1101 Parkside Main, Greensboro, GA 30642, in the Publix shopping center next to Amici. We sell paddleboards and kayaks, so stop in to see what's in stock and get set up before your first paddle.
Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 11am to 5pm, closed Sunday.
Questions about where to paddle? Call us at (706) 405-3393.
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Launch information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Hours, fees, seasons, and access can change without notice. Please check with the park or site manager before heading out, wear a life jacket, and paddle within your ability.