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2251 Boy Scout Rd - Boy Scouts Camp Grounds 485 Acres of Commercial Land Offered at $3,950,000 in Byron, GA 31008

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INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Perfect for operating Church or Kids camp as is or long term investment for upside industrial/data center site

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Former Boy Scout Camp, Camp Benjamin Hawkins, for sale in Byron, Ga. This turnkey camp served the Boy Scouts from the early 1920s until its close in 2024, close to 100 years. The camp includes over 485 acres of land, 12 ac lake (to be rebuilt), and over 42 individual buildings. The buildings include lunch hall and kitchen, trading post, bunk rooms and cabins, over 10 individual camp sites complete with bathrooms and running water at each, additional bathroom houses throughout, ropes course and climbing tower, archery range, pistol range, shotgun range, several equipment buildings, and finally an 1800 sq ft 3-bedroom 3 bath manager's house. The property has been annexed into the Byron City limits and is served by county water, electricity, high speed internet, and possibly could have sewer run to the property. Conveniently located in the middle of the State just minutes off of I-75. One hour and 20 minutes south of Atlanta and 20 minutes south of Macon, Ga. This turnkey campground is ready for use from the next children's Church camp, summer camp, or any other specific user that can utilize an incredible ready to go facility.

PROPERTY FACTS

Price $3,950,000
Sale Type Investment
No. Lots 1
Property Type Land
Property Subtype Commercial
Proposed Use
Commercial
  • Hold For Development
Total Lot Size 485.00 AC
Zoning I-1 and R-AG - 247 acres located in Peach Co currently zoned I-1 Industrial and the 242 acres located in Crawford Co zoned R-Ag

1 LOT AVAILABLE

Lot

Price $3,950,000
Price Per AC $8,144.33
Lot Size 485.00 AC

Turnkey camp served the Boy Scouts from the early 1920s until its close in 2024, close to 100 years. The camp includes over 485 acres of land, 12 ac lake to be rebuilt

DESCRIPTION

Positioned at the crossroads of regional commerce, ErgonX is a premier 489.39-acre site designed for high-impact operations. Spanning the border of Peach and Crawford Counties, this site offers a unique bi-county advantage with seamless access to the Southeast’s most critical logistics corridors. Steeped in nearly a century of history, the former Camp Benjamin Hawkins offers a unique blend of expansive industrial potential and pre-established natural beauty. Located in Byron, Georgia (Peach County), this property served as a cornerstone of the regional scouting community from 1927 until 2024. Today, it stands as a premier opportunity for large-scale development, offering a "turnkey" natural environment that is rare in the industrial sector. Interstate Access: Immediate proximity to I-75 (1 mile / 5 minutes) via high-capacity interchanges. This vital artery connects to I-16 within 20 minutes, providing a direct, high-speed route to the Atlantic coast. Rail: Access via Norfolk Southern, enabling efficient bulk transport, intermodal flexibility, and deep supply chain integration. Port Access: 183 miles (2.5 hours) to the Port of Savannah, the fastest-growing container port in the United States. Air Logistics: Located just 9.2 miles from Middle Georgia Regional Airport and 87.5 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport—the world’s most efficient and connected airport. Site Specifications & Robust Infrastructure Engineered for speed-to-market, ErgonX features a contiguous 489.39-acre footprint with favorable topography and heavy utility capacity designed to support energy-intensive industrial users. Total Acreage: 489.39 Acres (Flexible site configurations; subdividable to meet project-specific requirements). Zoning: Heavy Industrial / Industrial supportive of large-scale manufacturing and distribution (in process). Water & Sewer: Served by the City of Byron. Natural Gas: Mid-State Energies. Electricity: Customer Choice for loads 900kWh and above; served by robust regional transmission networks to ensure competitive rates and redundant power options. Workforce & Regional Synergy ErgonX leverages the combined strength of the Peach and Crawford County labor markets. Located just 17 miles from Robins Air Force Base - Georgia’s largest industrial complex - the site draws from a highly skilled labor pool with specialized expertise in aerospace, engineering, and advanced manufacturing. Regional Labor Force: Access to a pool of 719,000+ workers within a 60-minute commute. Talent Pipeline: Close proximity to Central Georgia Technical College and the Georgia VECTR Center. Qualified projects at ErgonX may be eligible for Georgia Quick Start, the nation’s #1 ranked workforce training program. Industrial Cluster: Join a thriving innovation corridor alongside global leaders such as Amazon, Tyson, and Freightliner. Aggressive Incentives & Pro-Business Climate ErgonX benefits from a proactive, pro-business environment where local and state authorities work in tandem to maximize ROI for expanding or relocating companies. Tax Credits: Situated in a Tier 2 County status area, making projects eligible for $3,000 per job in Georgia Job Tax Credits. Inventory Tax Exemptions: 100% Freeport Tax Exemption on all classes of inventory, significantly reducing the cost of doing business. Development Support: Fast-track permitting and customized local incentive packages are available through the Development Authority of Peach County to ensure a smooth transition to operational status.

  • Listing ID: 37437841

  • Date on Market: 8/27/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 2251 Boy Scout Rd, Byron, GA 31008

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