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I-20 east exit on exit 130 Greensboro, turn right on Hwy 44 go to Parks Ferry Campground off of Corey Station Rd .Or from I-20 go right on Hwy 44 to Old Salem Park off of Linger-Longer Rd. I was told they would be best on an east west wind. But we need to go and see for ourselves. | |||
I stopped in at Green County Regional Airport and they told me that I could call 706-453-7008 or (mobile phone 706-474-0060 ) and get the wind speed and direction. This airport is located about 5 miles from Lake Oconee. | |||
Anyone interested in a new adventure?? | |||
-David Wade | |||
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== Local Tips == | == Local Tips == | ||
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Revision as of 13:18, 21 November 2011
General Information
Most Atlantans are familiar with Lake Oconee because of driving over it on I-20. Invariably, windsurfers wonder if there are any good spots on the lake. From the best we can gather, not really. The lake is quite narrow for its size and runs north-south which is perpendicular to the more common wind directions here.
David Wade has made some enquiries as to possible launches.See notes below in legacy directions.
We, however, are open-minded and always on the search for new water. If you find a good spot on Oconee, let us know.
Recommended Wind Directions
Legacy Directions
1-1.5 hr. From the abc windforums:
I-20 east exit on exit 130 Greensboro, turn right on Hwy 44 go to Parks Ferry Campground off of Corey Station Rd .Or from I-20 go right on Hwy 44 to Old Salem Park off of Linger-Longer Rd. I was told they would be best on an east west wind. But we need to go and see for ourselves.
I stopped in at Green County Regional Airport and they told me that I could call 706-453-7008 or (mobile phone 706-474-0060 ) and get the wind speed and direction. This airport is located about 5 miles from Lake Oconee.
Anyone interested in a new adventure??
-David Wade
Local Tips
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Wind Shadows
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Map
<googlemap version="0.9" lat="33.477845" lon="-83.264351" zoom="12" width="500" height="750" scale="yes"> 33.523888, -83.273605, Parks Ferry 33.429522, -83.246065, Old Salem Park </googlemap>