Old Salem Park (Lake Oconee)
A shady Georgia Power park on Lake Oconee with a swimming beach, picnic areas, and a boat ramp. The beach makes it one of the easiest places to launch a paddleboard.
| Address | 1530 Old Salem Rd, Greensboro, GA 30642 |
| Drive from our store | About 5 minutes |
| Launch | Boat ramp, plus a sandy beach |
| Water | Lake Oconee |
| Best for | Paddleboards, families, beginners |
| Cost | Day-use fee per vehicle. Check at the gate. |
| Season | Park and campground March 1 to November 30. Boat ramp open year-round. |
Georgia Power parks for current hours, fees, and conditions.
About the paddle
Old Salem is a campground and day-use park run by Georgia Power, with a beach, playground, picnic pavilion, and boat ramp. Tall pines keep much of it shaded, and it's the closest public launch to our store.
Launching from the beach area is easy for paddleboards and sit-on-top kayaks, and the kids can swim while you paddle. Stay near the shoreline and coves rather than the open lake, especially on summer weekends when boat wakes pick up.
Parks Ferry is a few miles away if you want to try another stretch of the lake.
Where to park and launch
| Launch | Address | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Old Salem Park | 1530 Old Salem Rd, Greensboro, GA 30642 |
Map Directions |
Good to know
- Stay out of the marked swimming areas when you paddle.
- Summer weekends are busy. Go early for the calmest water.
- The campground is pet friendly.
- The boat ramp stays open when the campground is closed for winter.
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.
See all places to paddleboard and kayak near Lake Oconee
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.