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Richard B. Russell State Park

Elberton • Elbert County • North Georgia High Country

A state park campground in Elberton with water/electric sites, 30/50 amp service, bathhouse facilities, showers.

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Richard B. Russell State Park
State Park Quota Hunt Deer only Firearms; mobility-impaired hunt opportunity State Park Managed Hunt Area

Richard B. Russell State Park

Lake Russell’s quieter shoreline gives Richard B. Russell State Park a relaxed, polished feel near Elberton. Campers can pair boating, fishing, trails, and cottages with golf at Arrowhead Pointe, one of the park’s signature attractions. The reservoir setting is less crowded than some of Georgia’s better-known lakes, which makes it especially appealing for unhurried trips. It is a strong choice for travelers who want lake recreation, granite-country scenery, and a touch of resort-style comfort.

Hunting Opportunities

Species and access notes

Use these as planning categories only. Seasons, quota details, legal methods, bag limits, and property-specific rules must be confirmed through Georgia DNR before visiting.

Listed Game Opportunities

Deer

Hunt & Access Flags

  • Quota Hunts: Yes
  • Youth Hunts: No
  • Specialty Hunts: Yes
  • Developed Camping: No
  • Primitive Camping: No
  • Boat Access Required: No
  • ATVs: No
Facilities & Recreation

Features at Richard B. Russell State Park

Features are based on researched property data and should be verified with official sources before making a trip plan.

Access

No ATVs

This property includes no atvs. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Hunting

State Park Managed Hunt

This property includes state park managed hunt. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Hunting

State Park Quota Hunt

This property includes state park quota hunt. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Access

ParkPass Required

This property includes parkpass required. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Access

Hunt Fee Required

This property includes hunt fee required. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Access

Pre-Hunt Check-In Required

This property includes pre-hunt check-in required. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Rules

Park Closed During Hunt

This property includes park closed during hunt. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Hunting

Mobility-Impaired Hunt

This property includes mobility-impaired hunt. Confirm current availability, access, hours, and seasonal restrictions before visiting.

Planning Notes

Important details before you go

These notes summarize durable planning considerations. Current regulations and closures can change.

Hunting Summary

Quota firearms deer hunt and mobility-impaired deer hunt opportunity. Hunters should confirm current dates, application requirements, check-in instructions, hunt boundaries, closures, fees, accessibility details, and property-specific regulations through official Georgia DNR and Go Outdoors Georgia quota hunt resources before planning a hunt.

Habitat

Lake Russell state park habitat with wooded uplands, lake shoreline, and managed deer hunt areas.

Access Notes

Prior to hunting, hunters must check in with the park office or check-in station, or attend the pre-hunt meeting.

ATV Notes

No ATVs are allowed during the state park hunt.

Camping

Cabins and campsites may be available for hunters through the park office.

Quota Hunts

Quota firearms deer hunt; confirm current application requirements and hunt dates.

Specialty Hunts

Mobility-impaired hunt opportunity may be available; confirm current application rules and dates.

Safety Notes

Follow park hunt boundaries and pre-hunt instructions.

Closures

All park access is closed to the public during the hunt.

Fees & Passes

Hunt fee and ParkPass are required for selected participants.

Map & Directions

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