Visiting Augusta During the Masters Golf Tournament

If you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life in Augusta during the Masters Golf Tournament while you are visiting, you should consider visiting one of the numerous state parks that are just a short trip away from the Augusta National.

These state parks give you an option to experience the great outdoors that surround the Central Savannah River Area. Whether you would like to explore the hiking trails, take part in water sports, or just soak in the springtime sun, the state parks surrounding Augusta have it all. Masters Housing Bureau has the details on three of the best state parks that are all less than 2 hours from Augusta.

Mistletoe State Park

 Only 45 minutes from Augusta, Mistletoe State Park lies on the shores of Clarks Hill Lake, Georgia’s largest reservoir and a fantastic area to hike, fish, or camp. Hikers can utilize over 15 miles of trails, fishing lovers can take advantage of one of the best bass fishing spots in the nation, and there are numerous lodging options if you want to spend the night.

Magnolia Springs State Park

Often admired for its crystal-clear springs, Magnolia Springs State Park is beloved by wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Magnolia Springs lies 1 hour south of Augusta, a short distance from the Augusta National, and features cottages, tents, and trailer and RV campsites for overnight stays.

Richard B. Russell State Park

If you acquire a taste for the sport of golf after attending the Masters Golf Tournament, Richard B. Russell State Park is the perfect state park for you. The 18-hole Arrowhead Pointe Golf Course will be the highlight for golf traditionalists, but nature enthusiasts are not left out of the fun. The park sits on a lake that is over 26,000 acres. Only an hour and 40 minutes away from Augusta, Richard B. Russell State Park is only a short trip away from Augusta.

Stay in Augusta

If you are interested in staying in Augusta for the Masters Golf Tournament, Masters Housing Bureau has a lot of options.

As the Augusta area's first, foremost and only rental agency associated with and sanctioned by the Augusta National Golf Club, Masters Housing Bureau offers unmatched experience brokering the widest range of homes for every budget and every client. Contact us if you have any questions about your housing needs!