Lake Springs Near Appling, GA

LAKE SPRINGS Deer Run Group Shelter can be reserved for group gatherings

About Lake Springs

Lake Springs Recreation Area is one of the most popular parks on J. Strom Thurmond Lake. The park is located on Georgia State Highway 221 within twenty minutes of Augusta, Georgia. The 70,000 acre lake and its 1,000+ miles of shoreline provide excellent boating, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking. A $5 per vehicle day use fee is required to enter the park. All Federal Passes are accepted. Payment can be made on site, credit card only, no cash accepted. The boat ramp and fishing pier are open year-round. All swim beaches, picnic tables, and group shelters close after Labor Day, September 6, and reopen April 28 EXCEPT the Deer Run beach, tables, and group shelter are open year-round.

Activities & Attractions

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Boating

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Fishing

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Hiking

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Water Skiing

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Year-round

Fishing

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Boating

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Boating

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Swimming

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Water Skiing

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Boating

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Sep 8 to Dec 31

Campground Amenities

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Lake Access

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Reviews (21)

What Guests Are Saying

The reviews highlight a lack of clarity regarding beach access at the pavilion locations, which led to disappointment for some visitors who found no beach at their reserved pavilion. Instead, they had to drive to a different area that provided beach access and amenities. Improved descriptions that include beach access information would enhance the experience and prevent misunderstandings.

What Guests Are Saying

Review Summary

4.3

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David D

May 26, 2026

Glad to be able to return to Lake Springs with our family. The park rangers even visited to give water safety tips while we were there.

Location & Directions for Lake Springs

3900 Lake Springs Rd, Appling, GA 30802 United States

Elevation: 122 ft

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Getting There

From Augusta, GA, travel 22 mi west on GA-104, then 4 mi north on US HWY 221.

Nearest town

Appling, GA - 11 mi

About 14 min to downtown

Highway access

Lake Springs is accessible via GA-104 and US HWY 221, with GA-104 connecting to Augusta approximately 22 miles to the east.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

The park is open from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
For shelter reservations, bring your confirmation letter for check-in. The shelter must be occupied by 2 p.m., and the entrance fee applies to all.

Fees & deposits

A $5 entry fee is required, which must be paid at the credit card machine before entering. Display your pass with visible time and date.

Pets

Pets are allowed but must be kept on a leash.

Safety & rules

Alcohol is not allowed on the premises.

Site types & loops

Glass and pets are not allowed on swimming beaches.

Fires & fuel

Open fires are not allowed on the property.

Amenities

These recreational items are not available at the park.

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