Big Creek, GA

Big Creek, sometimes known as Vickery Creek, is a 26.5-mile-long stream in Georgia's Forsyth and Fulton counties. At the southern edge of Roswell, where State Route 9 crosses the river, the creek empties into the Chattahoochee River. Its source is about a mile south of downtown Cumming, about north of the intersection of Georgia State Route 9 and Georgia State Route 20, in Forsyth County.

Is the Big Creek Greenway open to the public?

The Big Creek Greenway between Bethelview Road (marked 8.3) and Kelly Mill Road (marker 11) is again open for public use, following repairs that began in May 2021.

Is alcohol permitted in Big Creek State Park?

In parks, recreation areas, and forests, alcoholic beverages are not permitted. This includes alcoholic beverages (whiskey, vodka, etc.). Keg beer is only permitted with a keg beer permit. A permission from park staff must be obtained at least 30 days prior to the rental.

Is Big Creek Lake suitable for fishing?

At Fox Landing and the US Hwy 98 Bridge, you can fish from the bank. On the dam and spillway regions, bank fishing is prohibited. Despite its limited accessibility, this lake offers largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish, and channel catfish fishing.