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Thompson Creek 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, name of the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, over 7.5 million people come to visit.
Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.
Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.
Thompson Creek Park offers access to a designated swim beach, picnic areas and restrooms.
Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier Islands.
Physical address is 600 Thompson Creek Rd., Dawsonville, GA 30534.
From Georgia Highway 400, turn left on Hwy. 53, turn left on Thompson Creek Park Rd, road dead ends into park.
From Interstate 985, take exit for Hwy. 53 west, follow signs to stay on hwy. 53 west, turn left on Thompson Creek Park Rd., road dead ends into park.
My wife I love going there it was nice and beautiful. We had a great time
We were looking for a park to sit and enjoy some food that we had bought did not like to sit in a food court .
I came to the outlet mall and I was looking for some park nearby to have my food . Mostly this park is mostly used for people with boat who will have great access to the lake.
It has got a shelter and we came as a family and had our food. The shelter had got few tables and also got one open access grill. When we visited around 1pm the restrooms were locked. I would not recommend if u want to spend some time more in the park. This park is exactly for people who needs to get their boats into the lake .
Despite living in Dville for 12 years, I didn't this park existed until today. This morning it was uncrowded, tranquil, shady, with well defined paths and plenty of room for a picnic or just a blanket and your thoughts. I'm so glad my son introduced me to this little perfect place.
I like to go here and just chill, feed the ducks and geese. I also just enjoy laying in the grass chilling while catching some sunshine! I find it just an overall peaceful place for me to be.
This park has quite a view of the water and trees as they ambush and shove each other on the coastline. The close up perspective is one not often viewed unless by way of boat and thus is worth the trip. There is a 4 table port with bathrooms nearby that can be reserved. It's a boat ramp and a fishing hole.
The downside to this park was the amount of trash that gets left behind and littered, as well as an unkempt bathroom without a method to dry your hands. Regular check ups and a well-built playground would be great here.
