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Walter F. George Lake

Georgia

27Listings$10K-$2M$5.3MTotal Value
Walter F. George Lake, Georgia

The Walter F. George Lake real estate market is a top ten marketplace for lake property in Georgia and Alabama.

Normally there are around 80 lake homes for sale at Walter F. George Lake, and around 40 listings for lots and land.

Walter F. George Lake is one of Georgia's largest lakes and has 640 miles of shoreline. The closest major airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, is 159 miles away.

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About Walter F. George Lake

In Between Two States & Two Times the Fun

The 45,000-acre Walter F. George Reservoir, popularly known as Lake Eufaula, was created on the Chattahoochee River. The United States Army Corps of Engineers is in charge of this body of water that is on the boundary between Alabama and Georgia (USACE).

On the Water

45,000 acres and 640 miles of shoreline make up Walter F. George Lake. This provides lots of space for activities like swimming, boating, fishing, and canoeing or kayaking. On this lake, fishing is quite popular, and if you're lucky, you may catch largemouth bass, bream, crappie, striped bass, hybrid bass, catfish, and more! Since trophy fishing is so well-liked there, some people refer to Walter F. George as the bass capital of the world.

Explore the Outdoors

Four campsites and 13 parks can be found along the 640 miles of shoreline of Walter F. George. As a result, camping has become one of the lake's most well-liked hobbies.

Lakepoint State Park is one of the lake's most gorgeous and lovely parks. A full-service restaurant and cafe, marina, hiking paths, a contemporary campsite, a swimming complex, tennis courts, and playgrounds are just a few of the attractions available at Lakepoint. At Lakepoint, a diverse range of animals are waiting to welcome you. The Wiregrass Birding Trail in Alabama also passes through Lakepoint Resort State Park.

Along the edges of the Walter F. George Reservoir near Fort Gaines, Georgia, is where you'll find George T. Bagby, State Park. A full-service marina with a beach, boat launch, store and petrol stations provides convenient access to the lake's 45 000 acres.

Essentials

If ever in need of medical attention, the Medical Center Barbour can assist in the treatment and is about 21 minutes away from Walter F. George Lake.

Whether you're traveling near or far, Columbus Airport is your best bet, with it being just over an hour away from the lake via US-431 S.

Why Walter F. George Lake?

With its large space and great location, Walter F. George Lake offers lots of fun on and off the waters. This beautiful reservoir could be the location for your next lake property.

Lake Overview

  • 640mi. of Shoreline
  • 15ft. Avg. Depth
  • 100ft. Deepest Depth
  • Shoreline Borders
    State Park (Some)
    National Park (Some)
  • Year Built
    1963
  • Managed By US Army Corps of Engineers
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    45,181
  • Public Boat Ramps
    21
  • Water Level
    Full Pool Year Round

Information

  • Counties: Barbour County
  • Fish: Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass Hybrid
  • Condos available (Yes)
  • Sailing clubs: Flying Scot Sailing Association
  • Interesting facts: Home to the second largest historic district in the state with over 700 historic, significant structures.Recognized as a top place to retire according to America's 100 Best Places to Retire.
  • Known for: Great fishing
  • History: Originally settled in 1816, Eufaula was an important shipping and trade center prior to the Civil War.
  • Landmarks: Shorter Mansion