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Bolding Mill Shelters (GA)

4055 Chestatee Road, Gainesville, Georgia, United States

BOLDING MILL SHELTERS (GA)
BOLDING MILL SHELTERS (GA)

About Bolding Mill Shelters (GA)

Bolding Mill Park lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking and boating. The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit.

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2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - Apr 1 to Sep 20

Campground Amenities

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  • Beach Access
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Reviews (2)

What Guests Are Saying

The Bolding Mill Shelters have a great location and served their purpose well. However, cleanliness issues, including spiderwebs and debris, were a significant concern, along with broken and missing bench seats at the picnic areas, which raised safety issues. Reviewers felt the rental price of $80 was too high given these conditions.

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Ashley V

May 3, 2026

3

It was filthy! Everything covered in spiderwebs, pollen, leaves. We paid to rent the place, you would think they would blow it off. Nope, GROSS! Also, picnic benches at BOTH pavilions have broken and missing bench seats. This is unacceptable as people/children can get hurt. The location is great and it worked for what we needed it for, but yall should do better or charge way less. $80 is a bit high when it’s that gross and dangerous.

Alondra R

July 25, 2022

3

Nice and calm area!

Location Bolding Mill Shelters (GA)

Address:
4055 Chestatee Road
Gainesville, GA, 30506
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 34.3381 / -83.9514

Elevation: 334 feet

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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 and fireworks are prohibited.
  • Directional signs placed along park roadways are prohibited.
  • Amplified live music and P.A. systems are prohibited.
  • Arrive early, 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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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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