Popular Georgia lakes

Lake Burton in northeast Georgia offers the opportunity for boating, camping, picnicking, swimming and fishing. Timpson Cove Beach is popular with visitors as a picnic destination. Several types of bass and trout inhabit the lake. The 4th of July fireworks celebration attracts locals and visitors alike. Legendary UGA coach Vince Dooley and Chick-fil-A founder Truett Cathy both have homes in the area. CHARLOTTE B. TEAGLE/AJC Special
