Ben Burton Park

Ben Burton Park is a 32-acre wildlife preserve located off Mitchell Bridge Road. It is operated by the Trails and Open Space Staff of the Leisure Services Department.

The park is the site of a former hydroelectric generating station built in 1896 and used until 1964. The site was donated to the county by Georgia Power in 1967. In October of 1971, the park was dedicated in honor of Ben W. Burton, Vice President of Georgia Power. 

A portion of the park is part of a streambank stabilization project intended to improve streambank health and decrease erosion.

Dogs Must Be on LeashDogs must be on a leash and under your control at all times per ACC Ordinance. 

  1. Trail
  2. Picnic Areas
  3. Boat Launch
  4. Fishing

Ben Burton Park features a 1.4 mile pedestrian trail that traverses upland forest and the Middle Oconee riverside. Follow the orange blazes and enjoy the scenery throughout the park. Dogs are welcome but they must be on a leash of 6 feet or less and under your control at all times. 

Nature Trail at Ben Burton