Area Attractions

Begin your visit at the Alma/Bacon County Welcome Center.

Our doors are open Monday through Friday. Our Center is inside a charming, renovated old school repurposed to welcome everyone to Bacon County. Our guides are locals and can help you plan history tours, shopping and dining adventures in Alma, picnics and playtimes, and scenic road trips.

Bacon County Welcome Center

504 N. Pierce St.
Alma, GA 31520
(912) 632-1800

Goldwasser Park

The park is the gathering place for many community activities throughout the year, including the annual Georgia Blueberry Festival each June. The beautiful spaces here make for a day of family fun or quiet reflection.
518 W. 11th St.
Alma, GA 31510

Bacon Theatre

Movies, beauty pageants, dance recitals, and guest speakers at the Bacon Theatre bring the community together to support the culture nurtured here.

Christmas Parade

Gather with friends and family to be infused with the holiday spirit by watching and hearing the merriment of the annual Christmas Parade. Click Events for details.

General Coffee State Park
(Nicholls, GA) Half an hour away, General Coffee State Park is one of South Georgia’s best kept secrets. Visit the Heritage Farm to experience life like it was in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Camp, check into a cottage or the antique Burnham House, and enjoy an overnight stay in the heart of the park.

Hike on the trails, fish in the river, bring your R/V, and enjoy the picnic shelters. A weekend at the park makes lasting memories for everyone.

Laura S. Walker State Park
This beautiful park is within a 30-minute drive from Alma. See the world’s largest swamp (The Okefenokee) and learn about the delicate ecosystem within. With 626 acres and a 120-acre lake, the park is great for fishing, birding, hiking, and picnicking. The campsites include space for 44 tents and R/Vs. Geocaching is also popular here. Boating and swimming in the lake make your visit even more refreshing.

Blueberry Plantation Golf Course & Inn
Whether you want to play a great round of golf or you just want to meet friends for dinner, Blueberry Plantation stands ready to serve your needs. The location is perfect for private events and weddings, and the hotel’s beautiful rooms will delight you.

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