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Discover Metter’s Historic Welcome Center & Lakefront Experience

Discover Metter’s Historic Welcome Center & Lakefront Experience

The 1928 Lumber Commissary, now the Metter Welcome Center and home to the Chamber of Commerce, has served the community since the 1930s. Its restored façade welcomes visitors to a tranquil lakeside setting, complete with lily‑filled waters and moss‑draped trees.

At the Welcome Center you’ll find comfortable seating, up‑to‑date information on the City of Metter, Candler County, and the entire state of Georgia, as well as clean restroom facilities. Take a break on the picnic tables, feed the friendly geese and ducks, or simply unwind while taking in the scenic view.

Come see why locals say, “Everything is Better in Metter!”

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