KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds offer the perfect oasis after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From I-75 take Exit 101. Go West on US 280 W. Continue 24 miles. KOA Journey Entrance at 1655 is on the Right. From US 19 take US 280 East. Go thru downtown Americus and continue on US Hwy 280 East 8 miles. KOA Journey (aka Brickyard Plantation RV Park) entrance is on the Left at 1655. Enter Here. Follow the long driveway until you come to the Night Registration. Stop There Either the Park Host will greet you and escort you to your site or if it is after hours look for a yellow bag with your last name posted on the night registration sign to find your site information.
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Join us every Friday (weather dependent) between 5 PM - 6 PM or later from October to April.
Bring your own beverage and an appetizer / snack to share.
Tour our distillery and learn what makes producing spirits in South Georgia unique. We start every tour with a few cocktails to highlight our clear spirits and learn about our company's history. Then, embark on a guided walkthrough of our distillery and the processes behind distilling and aging in our unique climate. After the tour, enjoy a guided tasting of our flagship aged spirits, including our Southern Bourbon and Southern Rye Whiskey, and specialty products when available.
Multiple kinds of tours are available with different price points. Distillery Tours & Tasting, Barrel Thief Tour & Tasting, “Bottle Your Own” Tour & Tasting, Guided Tasting.
Tours are available Tuesday - Saturday. Check website for reservations and availability.
April 25, 2026 & September 5, 2026 & November 7, 2026
Depart from the Americus train station for a two and half hour round trip train ride to Plains. Ride aboard historic air-conditioned railroad cars for an exciting, interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Train and try to solve the murder. Check Sam Shortline Website for official departure points, additional details, pricing, dates & tickets.
Saturday, May 2, 2026 & Saturday, October 3rd 2026
Enjoy a hour-and-a-half long round trip train ride aboard historic air-conditioned railroad cars for a wine tasting adventure with Paulk Vineyards. Trips will depart from Georgia Veterans State Park in Cordele, GA.
Wine and cheese tray will be served onboard the train as you relax and enjoy the scenery.Trains departs at the following times: 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM.
Package Includes: Hour-and-half round trip train ride, souvenir wine glass, 4 different wine samplings from Paulk Vineyards, & charcuterie board with a variety of cheeses, meats, and crackers.
Check Sam Shortline for pricing, tickets and additional details. All cars and seats will be assigned! Trip is for adults ONLY. Ages 21 and older. ID's will be checked at Will Call!
Travel aboard the SAM Shortline from Georgia Veterans State Park to President Jimmy Carter's hometown of Plains, Georgia. Enjoy a southern style 4th of July celebration. Kid's activities, retail shops, local food vendors, and a beautiful fireworks show at dusk.
Georgia Veterans State Park, 2459 US Hwy 280W, Cordele, GA 31015 Times: Boarding Begins: 5:30 pm. Depart from Georgia Veterans State Park: 6:00 pm. Return to Georgia Veterans State Park: 11:30 pm. See website for cost of train ride.
Travel aboard the SAM Shortline to Plains, Georgia for the Annual Peanut Festival. During a four hour layover, enjoy the festival starting with the 11:00 AM Peanut Parade.
Book a train ticket and see the schedule at the SAM Shortline Website.
One of the most famous events in the region, the 2026 festival is scheduled for September 26, 2026, in Downtown Plains. It celebrates the local peanut industry and the legacy of President Jimmy Carter.
We encourage everyone to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes. All passengers will receive a candy treat on board the train.
Depart from Georgia Veterans State Park at 3:45 PM
Flag Stop Americus, GA: 5:00 PM?
Arrive Plains, GA at 5:30 PM (1 1/2 Layover)
Depart Plains, GA at 7:00 PM?
Flag Stop Americus, GA: 7:30 PM
Return to Georgia Veterans State Park at 8:45 PM
Times: Boarding at the State Park: 3:30 PM, Depart Georgia Veterans State Park Station: 4:00 PM, Flag Stop Americus, GA: 5:15 PM, Arrive Plains, GA: 5:45 PM (2 Hour Layover), Depart Plains, GA: 7:45 PM, Flag Stop Americus, GA: 8:15 PM, Arrive Georgia Veterans State Park Station: 9:30 PM
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