About Lanier Park Shelter (GA)
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Beach Access
Reviews (10)
What Guests Are Saying
The Lanier Park Shelter offers a spacious area that is ideal for large groups, with easy access to the dock for pontoon boats. However, some visitors have noted cleanliness issues and the presence of bees, which can disrupt activities. Despite these drawbacks, many guests are optimistic about returning for future outings.
What Guests Are Saying
The Lanier Park Shelter offers a spacious area that is ideal for large groups, with easy access to the dock for pontoon boats. However, some visitors have noted cleanliness issues and the presence of bees, which can disrupt activities. Despite these drawbacks, many guests are optimistic about returning for future outings.
Review Summary
Danette C
September 2, 2026
This is our go to spot. The location is great, with the doc steps away and the bathroom a two minute walk. Ample parking and very private for large parties.
Mohammad U
August 2, 2026
We hardly got a chance to enjoy the space. The shelter was not clean and there were bee hives on the ceiling of the shelter. Bees kept attacking as we opened food. We had to cut short leave the place
Connie B
April 30, 2026
Our staff tremendously enjoyed the Lanier Park Shelter area. The dock was readily accessible for the pontoon boats we had made available, and the space accommodated our group very well. One disappointment: Although we paid the reservation fee, I was surprised that there wasn't any posted signage that the space had been reserved. Otherwise, I'm looking forward to enjoying this shelter area in the future with other large group outings.
Jai Ju H
August 21, 2025
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Lauren S
May 24, 2024
It was a cloudy, drizzling day so there were very few other people around in the park. We were unhappy to see that the entrance fee had been raised from $5 to $8 per car (embarrassed to make our guests pay that). The shelter was in good shape, clean and the lights worked great. We used the grill and the trash cans, nothing else. It is a beautiful location and the shelter holds a very large group of people. We were very happy with it overall. On a warm sunny day you could do all sorts of water activities all day long.
Danette C
September 20, 2023
This is our second time renting this area and we plan to continue to do so every two years for a Club Anniversary. It is private and with doc access to the lake a great place for a gathering.
Burt M
May 28, 2022
Pavillion was clean and ready
Good place for a gathering
Wendell J
September 25, 2021
The pavilion at Lanier Park was perfect for our church group of about 60 people. We have used that facility several times over the years, and we've never been disappointed. The view is great, the breeze off the water moderates even the hot days of August, and the comfort stations located a short walk away.
JITENDRA M
September 15, 2021
The facility was clean. The service is excellent. We had a good time at the shelter. Great Lakeview location!
Mohammad R
August 1, 2021
This shelter is very convenient for our family gatherings ! Very clean and have a huge grill for barbecue and water system and have some outlets also for playing music! Perfect for boat and jetsky dock . I love this place . It’s been 10 year that we booking this place and never disappointed! Only parking issue if the guests are late!
Location & Directions for Lanier Park Shelter (GA)
1360 Buford Dam Road, Buford, GA 30518 United States
Elevation: 334 ft
Getting There
<p>Physical address is 1360 Buford Dam Rd., Buford, GA 30518.</p>
<p>From Georgia Highway 400, take exit 14 to Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Road, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Road. After crossing the dam, turn left when ...
Physical address is 1360 Buford Dam Rd., Buford, GA 30518.
From Georgia Highway 400, take exit 14 to Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Road, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Road. After crossing the dam, turn left when you see a Lanier Park sign.
From Interstate 85, take exit 111 and head north on Lawrencville-Suwanee Road. Continue approximately 10 mi to Buford Dam Road. Turn right on Buford Dam Road, turn left at the Lanier Park sign.
Highway access
Access is available via Georgia Highway 400 and Interstate 85, with both roads providing routes to Buford Dam Road. Highway 400 is approximately 10 miles away, while Interstate 85 is also within that range.
Policies & Rules
General
- This location is available for advanced reservations only through Recreation.gov.
- Shelter reservations cannot be made in person at the park.
- Day-Use park fees are not included in shelter reservations and apply to all visitors.
- Alcohol, pets, and fireworks are prohibited.
- Directional signs placed along park roadways are prohibited.
- Amplified live music and P.A. systems are prohibited.
- Arrive early as parking is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Shelters are first-come, first-served on the following Federal holiday weekends: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
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