Laura S. Walker State Park
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"Walker State Park" redirects here. For the park in Kentucky, see Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site.
Laura S. Walker State Park is a 626-acre (253 ha) state park in the U.S. state of Georgia. Located near Hoboken and the Okefenokee Swamp, the park is named after Laura S. Walker, a Georgia writer, teacher, civic leader, and naturalist (she is most famous as the latter). The park's location near the Okefenokee makes it home to many exotic plant and animal species, including alligators, great blue herons, and pitcher plants. The park includes a 120-acre (49 ha) lake and a championship 18-hole golf course with a pro shop.
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Location | Brantley County, Georgia |
Nearest city | Hoboken, Georgia |
Coordinates | 31.142°N 82.217°W / 31.142; -82.217 |
Area | 626 acres (253 ha) |
Established | 1937 |
Governing body | Georgia Department of Natural Resources |
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