Buford Dam Park
Designated swim beach
No lifeguard
A designated Army Corps swim beach with a published 2026 operating season and no lifeguard.
Details, fees & parking →Where the public can swim at Lake Lanier
The Army Corps and local partners manage designated public swim beaches around Lake Lanier. Corps beaches do not have lifeguards. Water levels and operating schedules can change access, so use the official manager link before driving.
Little Hall Day Use and Beach
Public beach
Hours posted at gate
A Corps and Hall County beach with a seasonal schedule; exact gate hours are posted at the entrance.
Details, fees & parking →West Bank Park
Corps beach
No lifeguard
A designated Corps beach in a park scheduled year-round; shoreline access can still change.
Details, fees & parking →River Forks Park
Public county beach
Gate hours published
A Hall County park with a large public beach and published daily gate hours.
Details, fees & parking →