Portions of Ocmulgee Heritage Trail, Amerson River Park closed due to rising river levels

Certain areas of Amerson River Park and Ocmulgee Heritage Trail will remain closed until river levels recede and cleanup is completed.

April 8, 2025

Monica Diaz-Meek,

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Parks and Beautification Department is closing portions of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail and Amerson River Park due to rising river levels, according to a news release.

Macon-Bibb County officials said the following areas will be temporarily closed:

Boat ramps on the north and south ends of Amerson River Park
Dirt trails around the pond in Amerson River Park
Paved trail between the Overlook and north boat ramp in Amerson River Park
Spring Street boat ramp and the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail

The county says these areas will remain closed until the river level recedes and cleanup is completed. Park visitors are asked to avoid marked-off areas.