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Lakepoint State Park

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An 18-hole golf course, which had been constructed in 1972, was closed at the end of November 2015 in response to the statewide parks budgeting crisis which saw the closing or curtailment of services at several Alabama state parks. In announcing the shutdown, state parks director Gregory M. Lein said
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Park facilities include a convention center, 101-room lodge, 192-campground sites, and a complex of lakeside cottages and fishermen's cabins. The grounds also include a marina, swimming pools, hiking trails, and picnicking areas.
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The park had its begins in 1968 with the state's purchase of 768 acres (311 ha) on the shores of Walter F. George Reservoir. A campground and day-use facilities were added to the site in 1974.
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an attempt had been made to find a concessionaire to take charge of golf course operations but that no takers had come forward.
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is a public recreation area located on the far north side of the city of
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encompasses 1,220 acres (490 ha) on the western shore of
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State park in Barbour County, Alabama, United States
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Map showing the location of Lakepoint State Park
Eufaula
Barbour County, Alabama
31°59′27″N 85°6′54″W / 31.99083°N 85.11500°W / 31.99083; -85.11500
Lakepoint State Park
Eufaula
state park
Lake Eufala (Walter F. George Lake)
Chattahoochee River
Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources


"Lakepoint Resort State Park"
"Geographic Names Information System"



"Lakepoint State Park"
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