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About Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park
Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park sits along the shores of Lake Blackshear in Cordele, Georgia. The park offers a full suite of amenities for events, gatherings, and family outings, including the on-site Lake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club, a full 18-hole golf course, a marina, a military museum, and recreational activities from disc golf to archery. The SAM Shortline Excursion Train provides easy access to nearby cities and unique travel experiences, and the park hosts a variety of events such as the annual BBQ & Music Festival. Whether you’re planning a meeting, a wedding, a conference, or a weekend retreat, you’ll find flexible spaces, natural scenery, and dependable on-site staff. We’ve got you covered with practical details on venues, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you secure your seats and plan your visit with ease.
Key nearby attractions include the Lake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club with lodging options, a public marina, a beach area, and 77 tent/RV campsites. The park’s meeting venues scale from a Lakeview Pavilion for intimate gatherings to a Group Shelter and the resort’s own meeting facilities, accommodating a range of event sizes. For travel convenience, the SAM Shortline Excursion Train stops at the park depot, offering a scenic transit option to Cordele and Americus. When planning your trip, consider partnering with our recommended hotels and eateries to secure comfortable stays and reliable dining options within easy reach of the park. We’re your local resource for straightforward tickets, reservations, and planning assistance.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 2459 US-280 W, Cordele, GA 31015.
- Venue type: Georgia state park with on-site private resort (Lake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club), golf course, museum, marina, and the SAM Shortline Excursion Train.
- Capacity (meetings): Lake Blackshear Resort offers ~10,000 sq ft of meeting space capable of 10–450 attendees depending on layout; additional venues include a Lakeview Pavilion (seats ~100) and a Group Shelter (seats ~150).
- Campsites: 77 tent/RV campsites.
- Amenities and attractions: Military Museum, 18-hole golf course, marina, disc golf, archery, and a beach area; Lake Blackshear Resort provides lodge rooms (approx. 78) and cottages (about 10).
- Transit: SAM Shortline Excursion Train runs Cordele–Americus and passes through Georgia Veterans Memorial Park, with stops at the park depot.
- Notable events: Annual BBQ & Music Festival; ongoing SAM Shortline train service and park-hosted meetings/events.