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West Bank Park Access

West Bank Park offers excellent day-use access to Lake Sidney Lanier with a designated swim beach, picnic areas, playground, and restrooms located just north of Buford Dam. The park features a 1.

4-mile walking trail with scenic lake views and provides access to the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail; note that day-use fees apply to all visitors and parking is first-come, first-served.

A $5 day-use fee per vehicle is required, and the park is open for both swimming and shore fishing activities.


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