Sprewell Bluff Park facts for kids
Sprewell Bluff Park is a super cool place to visit in Upson County, Georgia. It's a huge park, about 1,372 acres, located between the towns of Roland and Crest. The park sits right on the Flint River, which makes it perfect for lots of fun water activities. You can go swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and even try whitewater rafting there!
Besides the river, Sprewell Bluff Park has a three-mile walking trail. This trail follows the riverbank and goes up rocky bluffs. From the bluffs, you get amazing views of the park and the river below. This park was created to help people have more places to play and enjoy nature. It was part of a special plan started by Governor Jimmy Carter back in 1972.
Park History
The main river bluff in the park got its name from an early settler named Jeptha Sprewell. He was a pioneer citizen in the area.
The land where Sprewell Bluff Park is located is actually owned by a company called Georgia Power Company. For a while, the State of Georgia leased the land and managed it as a State Park, starting in the 1990s. But in 2013, Upson County took over the job of managing the park. So now, the county helps keep the park awesome for everyone to enjoy.
What You Can Do at the Park
Sprewell Bluff Park has many things to make your visit fun and easy. Here are some of the facilities you'll find:
- Boat Ramp
- Picnic Area
- Hiking Trail
- Trading Post
- Cabins
- RV Sites
Fun Events Each Year
The park also hosts some exciting events every year. These are great times to visit and see something special!
- Rock Skipping Contest (held on Labor Day)
- Three Rivers Throwdown
Images for kids
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View from overlook at Sprewell Bluff Park, December 2021
