Richard B. Russell State Park, State park in Elberton, Georgia.
Richard B. Russell State Park spreads across a large area along a reservoir, combining forests with water access and multiple recreational facilities. The park contains developed hiking paths, designated swimming areas, and boat launch points for visitors to explore.
Archaeological work near the park uncovered evidence of people living in this region more than 10,000 years ago. These discoveries show a long history of human settlement in the area.
A pavilion at the park is named for Walter McNeely, who led Elberton and Elbert County's effort to build a training facility at Lake Russell for athletes from nine nations before the 1996 Summer Olympics. He also carried the Olympic torch in the 1996 relay.
The park is open year-round and offers lodging options along with water and trail activities for visitors. Guests should check weather conditions before arriving and prepare for varied terrain and outdoor conditions.
The park's Arrowhead Pointe course has 18 holes, not nine, and a pro shop serves it. The park also holds a 27-hole disc golf course. Elberton and Elbert County built a training facility at Lake Russell for athletes from nine nations before the 1996 Summer Olympics, and Walter McNeely, who led the effort, carried the Olympic torch; a park pavilion bears his name.
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