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Mile Branch Park on the Ocmulgee
Take a break beside the Ocmulgee River at this local park with natural walking trails, picnic shelters and a boat ramp. The county also identifies a butterfly garden, while the tourism listing adds a playground for a family stop.
Ocmulgee riverbank. Undated destination photograph; appearance may have changed. · Hawkinsville destination photo via Explore Georgia · Credits & licenses
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- Ocmulgee riverbank
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What to expect
Take a break beside the Ocmulgee River at this local park with natural walking trails, picnic shelters and a boat ramp. The county also identifies a butterfly garden, while the tourism listing adds a playground for a family stop.
Hawkinsville · Free individual park admission; group-use fee may apply · A riverside walk or picnic
Mile Branch Park · US Highway 129 / Jackson Street, Hawkinsville, GA 31036
Daylight access; park closes at dark
County government says the park closes at dark and restrooms are locked unless requested for camping. Group gatherings must be registered with the county; pavilion use is first come, first served with a published $15 group fee.
- Ocmulgee River access
- Natural walking trails
- Picnic shelters and playground
Before you go 
- Plan restroom needs: the county says facilities are normally locked.
- Contact the county for camping or group arrangements before arriving.
- Check river and launch conditions before bringing a boat.
- Leave before dark; generic directory hours do not override the county's closing rule.
Sources & visitor information
Venue and visitor-bureau information checked on the dates below. Follow these links for current hours, admission and access.
- Hawkinsville-Pulaski County — Mile Branch Park ↗
River access, trails, butterfly garden, dark closing, locked-restroom limitation and group registration/fee.
Checked - Explore Georgia — Mile Branch Park ↗
Highway location, free individual admission, picnic/playground facilities and identified riverbank photograph. County restrictions take precedence over generic directory hours.
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Visitor information phone: 478-783-4154
Check the organizer’s latest details before leaving; schedules and availability can change.
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