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Drone Rules for Don Carter State Park

Gainesville, Georgia (GA) • United States
5000 N Browning Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506, USA
Lat: 34.3875 • Lng: -83.748
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 31, 2026
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Drone activity at Don Carter State Park requires authorization from Georgia State Parks. Operating, launching, or landing a drone within the park without approval is prohibited.

Don Carter State Park Drone Rule

Don Carter State Park is managed by Georgia State Parks and follows statewide regulations governing unmanned aircraft operations on state park property.

Operating, launching, or landing a drone within Don Carter State Park is prohibited unless authorization has been granted through an approved waiver or permit process.

This restriction applies throughout the park, including Lake Lanier shoreline areas, boat ramps, marina access points, campgrounds, hiking trails, and other visitor recreation facilities located within the mapped park boundary.

Pilots planning drone operations at Don Carter State Park should obtain authorization from Georgia State Parks before flight.

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Rule sources
  • https://gastateparks.org/ParkRules — Georgia State Parks regulations prohibit drone operations within state parks and historic sites except when specifically authorized through an approved waiver or permit.
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