Sports & Recreation

Outdoorsmen flock to the open fields and streams for hunting and fishing that Dublin-Laurens County has to offer. The scenic Oconee River winds its way through the heart of the county and harbors several public boat ramps as well as opportunities for kayaking and exploring.  The area is also home to a regional recreational park which is the site for many softball and baseball tournaments.

There is always many activities to enjoy if you love the outdoors. 

Hugh Gillis Public Fishing Area

The Hugh Gillis Public Fishing Area is located in the eastern part of the county. The property contains a large 109 acre lake surrounded by 640 acres of gently rolling terrain. Major species found at the fishing area are largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish, and crappie. Some of the amenities are a concrete boat ramp, a fish cleaning station, a fishing pier, restrooms, and a covered pavilion picnic area. The fishing area is open year round.

Southern Pines Regional Park

Southern Pines Regional Park is a 120 acre facility developed for Dublin-Laurens County. The park features 15 baseball-softball fields, 5 soccer-football fields, a walking trail, a picnic area, a multi-purpose field, a Splash Pad water attraction, and an Ag & Exposition Center. The Ag & Expo Center can be used for rodeos, car shows, concerts and much more. Southern Pines is the site of many youth and adult softball/baseball tournaments. 

The Dublin-Laurens County Recreation Authority has many programs in place for all ages. Summer camps and year round children programs are provided and also special events for senior citizens.

An inventory of other local attractions includes 24 tennis courts, 17 parks, 4 running tracks, playgrounds, basketball courts, a senior citizen activity center, a skating rink and movie theater.

Little Ocmulgee State Park

Little Ocmulgee State Park is located 30 miles south of Dublin along Hwy. 441. The Park features a wide variety of amenities including an 18 hole golf course. The Park also has a 265 acre lake and 2.6 mile walking trail. A lodge is also located on the State Park’s grounds and includes meeting rooms and a restaurant with a golf course view.

Golf Courses

Dublin-Laurens County is home to three golf courses. Riverview Park is a municipal 18 hole golf course that overlooks the Oconee River. Green Acres and the Dublin Country Club courses are both public/private clubs. Dublin and Laurens County’s location makes these usable 11-12 months per year.

Other Activities

In addition, it would be remise not to mention that many residents have season tickets for Atlanta Braves and Falcons games as well. Many of the nearby colleges have athletic programs accessible within two hours which include University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, Mercer University, and Georgia Southern University.

The community is also very proud of High School sports, noting that Dublin High School's football team tied Charlton County in the 2006 State Football Championships, 13 to 13.
 

Additional Resources

• Event Calendar - The Dublin-Laurens County Chamber of Commerce hosts a community event calendar.
• Southern Pines - The Southern Pines Regional Park has its own website.
• Golf Courses - This website has more detailed information about the golf courses in the Dublin-Laurens County area.