Short answer
Watson Mill Bridge State Park is a 1,118-acre state park in Madison County, near Comer. Park hours are 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Parking is $10 per vehicle per day or $70 for an annual ParkPass. Checked on its official page.
Home to Georgia’s longest covered bridge still in use, over the South Fork River, with horse trails, a campground and log-cabin bunkhouses. RV campers should use the Highway 22 entrance because of the bridge’s 9-foot clearance.
Watson Mill Bridge State Park hours
- Park: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
- Office: Open daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
What it costs
- Parking: $10 per vehicle per day, or a $70 annual ParkPass that works at every Georgia state park. Overnight guests pay the daily fee once per stay; parking is not included with a reservation (Georgia State Parks ParkPass page).
Where it is and how to get in touch
- Address: 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, GA 30629
- County: Madison (North Georgia region)
- GPS: 34.02500, -83.07498 (directions in Google Maps)
- Park: 706-783-5349
- Reservations: 800-864-7275
- Official page: gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Dogs and strollers
- Dogs: Georgia State Parks welcomes pets on a leash no longer than six feet, with the owner at all times. Pets are not allowed in park and historic site buildings, lodges, yurts, group camps, swimming areas or beaches (park rules).
- Strollers: the park does not publish stroller rules. Paths range from paved walks to rough trails, so call ahead (706-783-5349) if you need a stroller-friendly route.
What’s at Watson Mill Bridge State Park
Facilities the park lists: Covered Bridge — 9-foot clearance, 3-ton weight limit; 21 Tent, Trailer & RV Campsites; 11 Equestrian Campsites; 1 Buddy Equestrian Campsite; 22 Horse Stables; 3 Log Cabin Bunkhouses; 1 Group Shelter; 3 Picnic Shelters; 3 Pioneer Campsites; Playground.
Things to do: Biking — 5 miles of trails; Field Trips; Fishing; Geocaching; Hiking — 7 miles of trails; Horseback Riding (trail fee, annual pass available) — 14 miles of trails; Muddy Spokes Club; Paddling; Picnicking; Photography; Weddings — park approval required; Kayak & Canoe Rental — seasonal (Canoes and kayaks are currently unavailable for use).
Events coming up near Watson Mill Bridge
- On now through Nov 8: Fall Season at Washington Farms, Bogart (about 27 miles away, from $14)
- Oct 22 – Nov 1: Elberton 12 County Fair, Elberton (about 13 miles away, free to $5)
- Oct 24: HartOberFest & Depot Day, Hartwell (about 24 miles away)
- Oct 31: Wild Rumpus Halloween Parade & Spectacle, Athens (about 18 miles away)
- Nov 2 – Nov 22: UGA Spotlight on the Arts Festival, Athens (about 17 miles away)
- Nov 5: Josh Turner: This Country Music Thing Tour, Athens (about 17 miles away)
Events within 30 miles in the next 90 days from our Georgia event calendar, as of ; distances are straight-line from the site’s GPS point. The park’s own ranger programs and events are on the Georgia State Parks events calendar.
Nearby state parks and historic sites
- Victoria Bryant State Park (state park, Franklin County), about 19 miles away
- Richard B. Russell State Park (state park, Elbert County), about 21 miles away
- Hartwell Lakeside Park (partner site, Hart County), about 26 miles away
- Robert Toombs House State Historic Site (partner site, Wilkes County), about 28 miles away
More on It’s Georgia
- All Georgia state parks and historic sites, by region
- Georgia state parks compared: hours, parking, dogs and free accessibility equipment in one table
- North Georgia: more places to go in the region
Source: the Watson Mill Bridge State Park page on gastateparks.org (Georgia Department of Natural Resources), checked . Hours and fees change, so check the official page before a long drive. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will re-check it.
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