The park is situated on a peninsula, offering 270-degree views of the main channel of Lake Lanier.
It is one of the few locations on Lake Lanier specifically managed by Forsyth County Parks and Recreation rather than the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
The boat ramp area is designed to accommodate high-traffic usage for recreational boating and fishing tournaments.
The shoreline at Mary Alice Park is subject to fluctuating water levels consistent with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' management of the Lake Lanier dam.
Mary Alice Park is a public recreational facility located on the shores of Lake Lanier in Cumming, Georgia. The park features a sandy beach area designated for swimming and sunbathing during the warmer months. It provides two multi-lane concrete boat ramps with docks, serving as a primary launch point for motorized watercraft. Picnic facilities include multiple pavilions, benches, and charcoal grills available for public use. The park layout encompasses a peninsula that extends into the lake, providing expansive water views from three sides. Restroom facilities and parking areas are provided on-site for visitors. The park is managed by Forsyth County and is situated within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Lake Lanier reservoir project.
The tip of the peninsula at sunset provides an unobstructed view of the water and the horizon.
Arrive early on weekends and holidays, as the limited parking lot often reaches capacity by mid-morning.
Wear water shoes, as the lake bottom near the beach area can contain rocky sediment and natural debris.
Check the official Forsyth County website for current lake level alerts before planning a boat launch.
Do not attempt to swim outside of the marked buoyed beach area due to boat traffic and underwater hazards.
The beach area is primarily for seasonal use, though the park remains accessible year-round; parking fees may be enforced via automated systems.
Standard public park conduct: pack out all trash, leash pets at all times, and observe no-wake zones near the swimming beach.
