We loved the campground at General Coffee State Park and one of the best parts was driving over to Heritage Farm to park by the lake and explore the hiking trails. The park has over 1,500 acres so there is so much to explore.
I'm always more interested in heading down the forest trails or walking along the river.
But the trails at the lake start at the farmyard!
There are beautiful log cabins, barns and fenced off areas for the animals.
So I spent some time photographing some of the beauty here (before heading off to the river to hike less frequented trails).
Goats, Sheep, Chickens, Horses and more!
He looks like Billy Goat Gruff!
Lots of well maintained buildings on the farm.
Aren't the log structures beautiful!
A collage of this one.
One you can go inside or sit on the porch!
And the Purple Martins were in abundance, hopefully eating the gnats that were everywhere!
We really loved the horse and wish we had found out his name.
General Coffee State Park was donated to the state in 1970 and is named after General John Coffee, a planter, US Congressman and military leader. What a treasure it is. More info HERE.
We would love to go again in the Fall when it is cooler and the Fall leaves are turning.
Have you been to any state parks in Georgia? We would love to visit more of them.
31 comments:
...Diane, what a fabulous destination and they have flying mosquito control!
What interesting buildings on that farm. Looks like a very nice place. Loved the gourds as a martin house.
Those gourds are so useful for birds. Re-cycling at its best!
Beautiful photography, as always!
I have been to all the state parks surrounding the Savannah area, Fort Pulaski was my playground as a child and my children too. this park is one I would love, old cabins are my favorite thing and I always wanted to live in one, but with power and AC etc its truly gorgeous.
What a lovely place that is and I enjoyed seeing all the pictures.
That looks like a beautiful place to visit! How wonderful that you could be there, and see so much beauty! Love the horse too! And that log cabin...I would've loved to have seen the inside! Thank you for sharing this gem with us!! Love it!
Great photographs and mosaics/collages.
Enjoy your weekend.
All the best Jan
It seems like the perfect blend of nature and history, starting a hike among rustic log cabins and barns before wandering into the forest and along the river must make General Coffee State Park feel like stepping into a peaceful, living postcard.
What a great place! I love the log cabins and the horses, especially. Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful place. Thank you Aloha!
Looks a pretty place to visit. He is a lovely horse.
What a beautiful place to take a walk.
Also nice are the horses, goats and ducks.
I wish you a nice weekend.
Greetings Irma
What a fabulous park this is. I would love wandering around there.
Hello,
What a neat place to visit, a great spot to camp too.
I love seeing the farm and all the farm animals.
Horses are a favorite but I like the goat, chickens and ducks.
The Purple Martins are a great sight to see too.
Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend.
What a beautiful spot! I enjoyed that trip.
wow! What a great place to explore ~ and awesome photos ~ favorite is the sweet horse ~ hugs,
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores ~ clm
aka (A Creative Harbor)
I love the bench. The perfect place for viewing nature and you found plenty. The horse is a favorite.
Your photos are always so beautiful and idyllic! You seem to live in paradise.
Hello Diane!
Beneath the pines where hoofbeats roam,
Heritage Farm feels just like home.
Log cabins stand with rustic grace,
As goats and sheep patrol the place.
The Martins dart through gnats with glee,
While trails invite both you and me.
The river calls, the forest hums—
Where quiet peace and beauty comes.
So here’s to cabins, hooves, and leaves—
To autumn dreams and golden eves!
John 😊
Being a city person it would be fun to see all the farm animals. Looks like a great place, Diane.
i don't think i have ever visited a state park in georgia. i really enjoy state parks but we are not good campers. i LOVE the thought of it but when i have camped, even in a motor home, i did not love it. the log cabins are beautiful, i wondered if they rent those to campers or they are just to visit while on the property. i enjoyed seeing all of the animals, the horse is beautiful. happy to see you today, enjoy the rest of your weekend!!
Such a wonderful bunch of photos and that's a very pretty place. I like that horse too!
Great way to spend the day!
What a beautiful place! And I LOVE your new blog header!!!
Beautiful "critters" I just finished and started books by Rosamund Young on animals, very enjoyable!
Excellent photos of the animals. Have a nice evening ! Greets
Dear Diane,
how lovely to see you back in the blog world and sharing the results of your 13 wonderful hikes! 🌿🐦
I've never been to Georgia, and I’ve never seen a Yellow-crowned Night Heron or a Yellow Flytrap pitcher plant in real life – all the more reason I’m grateful you're taking us along on your adventures!
As for the farm animals – horses, sheep, goats, chickens and ducks – of course I know them, but I love them so much that I would probably have spent quite some time at their enclosures. 🐐🐑🐓
Oh, and I figured out the horse's name: it’s obviously Brownie! Why? Well, it’s brown and sweet – pure logic, wouldn’t you say? 😄🐴
The natural beauty of General Coffee State Park is breathtaking – although I must admit I was a tiny bit disappointed that the park’s name has nothing to do with the caffeinated beverage I adore so much ☕😉
Warm wishes & hugs from Austria
🌿 Traude
https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2025/06/ausflug-zur-burg-liechtenstein.html
Beautiful place and delightful animals! Well, except for the gnats!
That place looks like such a gem! The cabins have so much charm, and I’m especially drawn to the horses—they give the whole space a peaceful, rustic vibe.
Yes, a great spot!
Has hecho un precioso reportaje, me gusta todo. Feliz semana para ti. Besos.
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