| Indian Springs State Park | |
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 Indian Springs State Park, January 2015 | |
 Interactive map of Indian Springs State Park | |
| Location | Butts County, Georgia,USA |
| Nearest city | Jackson, Georgia |
| Area | 528 acres (2.14 km2; 0.83 sq mi) |
| Established | 1826 (officially in 1931) |
| Governing body | GeorgiaState Park |
| Website | Official website |
Indian Springs State Park is a 528-acre (2.14 km2)Georgia state park located nearJackson andFlovilla. The park is named for its several springs, which theCreek Indians used for centuries to heal the sick. The water from these springs is said to have a sulfur smell and taste. Indian Springs is thought to be the oldest state park in the nation.[1] It was acquired from the Creek Indians by the state through theTreaty of Indian Springs (1825) and theTreaty of Washington (1826). Thereafter, Indian Springs has been operated continuously by the state as a public park, although it did not gain the title "State Park" until 1931. The area became aresort town in the 19th century. It became an official "State Forest Park" in 1927. In 1931, along withVogel State Park, it became a founding unit of Georgia's state park system.
Visitors are still allowed to sample the park'sspring water, all the while enjoying swimming, fishing, and boating. Several structures within the park were built during theGreat Depression by members of theCivilian Conservation Corps. The park also contains a 105-acre (0.42 km2) lake consistently stocked with fish, as well as a3⁄4 mile (1.2 km) nature trail. A 3.25 miles (5.23 km) trail connects the park toDauset Trails.
The park features a small museum that is open seasonally. Exhibits include the park's natural history, the resort era, activities of theCCC, and the history and culture of the Creek Indians.
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