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

About Bolding Mill Shelters (GA)

Bolding Mill Park lies approximately 30 mi 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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  • Beach Access
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Reviews (4)

What Guests Are Saying

The location of Bolding Mill Shelters is convenient and served its purpose for the visitors. However, the site was not well-maintained, with overgrown grass, cleanliness issues, and broken picnic benches, leading to safety concerns. Reviewers feel the rental price of $80 is too high given the condition of the facilities.

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Alondra R

July 25, 2022

3

Nice and calm area!

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.

Stephanie C

July 25, 2026

1

Grass was over grown, no one came to cut it before my reservation so we didn't even use it. Looked awful, a waste of $80

Sharathbabu K

September 16, 2026

2

The location was good, water supply was good, parking was adequate. But the shelters were in poor state and many of the picnic tables were broken/no seats. The place is beautiful but shelters need some work !
This price is reasonable, you can actually improve the shelters and charge a bit more.

Location & Directions for Bolding Mill Shelters (GA)

4055 Chestatee Road, Gainesville, GA 30506 United States

Elevation: 334 ft

Nearest town

Gainesville, GA - 11 mi

About 20 min to downtown

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: October 7, 2026

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