Oconee River Lodge - Glenwood, Georgia

Glenn R.

I will begin to tell you I was nervous about this hunt. I have never hunted a lodge before and had some concerns with the recent reviews. This was a trip I had decided to take with my daughter to have some good father daughter time. We both luv fishing and hunting. The lodge did not let us down. It was truly an amazing time. My daughter saw deer every day in the stand. Clint did everything in his power to get us on deer. I had a really nice 8 pointer come in, if he had the other half of his rack, but they had already started to shed their racks. The last day I had a really nice buck come in which I took the shot at 173 yards and must have pulled. Cause when I took my riffle back to the range it is still dead on. We found no blood or hair. Plus, Clint took the drone out and scanned the area and found nothing but live does and bucks. So, he gets another year.
Every day Darlene cooked amazing meals and there was always plenty of food for everyone. Thanks for making sure she kept a special area out for my food requirements. We didn't get to harvest a deer or hog, but this is why it's called free range hunting. They don't have high fence, and they don't have the deer on leashes that you can just shoot. This is real hunting with some great guides that do their best to make sure you are able to see and harvest a deer in the wild. I have become a member of the lodge and look forward to many more trips.

Jack T.

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Absolutely loved my stay at Oconee River Lodge! The lodge was top tier, and the accommodations were comfortable and well-equipped. The staff went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed, from guided hunts to delicious meals. The camaraderie among fellow hunters was fantastic, making it a truly memorable experience. I can't wait to return for another hunt in such a awesome place! Highly recommend to anyone looking for an exceptional hunting getaway.

Josh C.

This was by far one of the most amazing hunts I have ever been on in my life.We had the deer and hog combo hunt. We drove up there with a group of 8. Our trip started out getting there mid day, so our hunt started that evening. The 1st afternoon every single person saw deer. Over the next few days every person in our group got an opportunity to kill a deer or hog, with many of us killing both.. The guides were super knowledgeable and they took us to and from the woods every day putting us in a range of areas from big fields, to hard woods. The stands were all newer and comfortable. The food was absolutely amazing, miss Darlene kept us well fed with real southern cooking. The lodge was big and comfortable and not over crowded. I’m not one to write very many reviews but I would recommend this place to anyone looking to have an amazing hunt.

Dan L.

This fall i was able to take my son here for a deer hunt. It's been one of the best weeks of my life. Clinton is an exceptional guide who works hard to give everyone the best chance to see a mature buck. I loved this guy! Darlene prepared some really great food and desserts for us. She works so hard to keep everyone fed amazing meals and she genuinely cares about the folks there. I'm really happy my son and I have been able so share a little piece of this heaven. I will never forget the memories we've made there. And I definitely can't wait till next year. So Kevin, Darlene, Clint and cooper......I can't wait to see you all again!

Kevin C.

This place is great. The whole hunting experience was top notch from the lodge to the stand. I saw many amazing wildlife each time I hunted. The deer herd was impressive as was the turkey that I watched while hunting. Several wild hogs were killed during each weekend. The food prepared for you each day was delicious and always served hot. Each employee strived to insure your experience me your expectations. I have already secured several more hunts with this outfit. Again, a top notch experience.

Owen G.

I don’t have anything bad to say about this place. The whole experience was top notch! Darlene is one hell of a cook and there was always plenty enough for seconds. The food was hands down delicious. Kevin, Clint, Rhett, and Vince will work their tails off to guide you to tagging a trophy. From checking trail cams, playing the wind and always making sure there is fresh feed. They are all very knowledgeable and will answer any question you have. The time and hard work they put in to do everything possible to make sure you’re successful is amazing. The lodge was excellent. Very clean and spacious. The bedrooms were clean and simple. Beds were comfy and you also got a towel and washcloth. You go there to hunt, not to lay in bed all day. Having lockers to put all of your hunting equipment in downstairs is another great plus. Even though my group wasn’t able to connect with a hog or buck I still left with a smile on my face and plan on going back for early season. If Im not able to swing early season I know for a fact I’ll be going back eventually. I saw wildlife in every stand I sat in, I myself had an opportunity at a hog but wasn’t able to connect. I can’t thank these guys enough for such a great experience. All in all, if you want to meet likeminded genuine people that will work their ass off for you then give them a call. You won’t be disappointed!! Great people, great food, great all round experience!

Travis &. N. H.

The lodge was very clean and spacious; adequate amount of bedrooms and bathrooms and in a quiet surrounding. Darlene always had lunch & dinner ready and even provided a small breakfast. Our guide, Tristan, was friendly and helpful. Clint, the guide leader, was very knowledgeable. We truly enjoyed our stay at ORL and plan on another trip.

Jesse P.

This place is awesome. Not one part of the trip is there a complaint to be made about. The stay, food, and people were all fantastic. Was able to see plenty of deer and even able to take a shot at one. Booked my next trip here for 2025 before we left and am looking forward to coming back.