Georgia’s Lake Country comprises four communities; Eatonton, Greensboro, Madison, and Milledgeville. Each community offers a variety of activities that elevate anyone’s visit to Lake Country.
Eatonton
Eatonton is nestled between Lakes Oconee and Sinclair and the Oconee National Forest. Whether you come for the hunting, fishing, golfing, shopping, watersports or historic homes, there is a little something for everyone in the family. The people of Eatonton understand the value of preserving the past, which you can see just by taking a stroll through the historic downtown, lined with more than 100 antebellum, Gothic, and Victorian style homes. It’s a time-honored southern tradition to make visitors feel welcome, and the folks in Eatonton are pretty good at it. After all, Eatonton is “Close to Everything and Next to Perfect.”
Greensboro
Whether you’re looking for world class golf, a quaint downtown, exceptional dining or luxury accommodations, Greensboro has something for you. A short drive from Atlanta and Augusta, Greensboro is the ideal place to come and play. Home to Lake Oconee, visitors to Greensboro find ample adventure lakeside. Enjoy boating, fishing, water skiing or just soak up some sun around Lake Oconee and then unwind with a relaxing evening at an award-winning spa or sipping a craft brew at Oconee Brewing Company.
Madison
Small-town charm awaits you in Madison! Its National Register Historic District is one of the state’s largest collections of 19th-century architecture, earning it a place in Travel & Leisure’s “10 Charming Small Towns in Georgia” 2021. The Madison Walking Tour and Wellness Trail will have you getting in your 10,000 steps among stunning homes and gardens. Madison’s vibrant downtown is brimming with dozens of unique shopping options from antique shops, home design boutiques, and independent retailers where you’ll find just the perfect piece to take home. And to unwind from a day on the lakes, Madison boasts a variety of fine dining options as well as spas where you can relax, rejuvenate, and renew your sense of well-being.
Milledgeville
Located just south of Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville boasts a hip vibe that has an eclectic mix of locally owned shops and dining options. As the former 19th century capital of Georgia and now a popular college town, Milledgeville is filled with historic character and a lively downtown district offering seasonal menu options and the latest fashion trends and southern decorations. Outdoor adventure options abound, from walking amongst stately Southern mansions to kayaking on the peaceful Oconee River or biking along the Greenway.