Long Island Forest, Lake Oconee | Neighborhood Guide

Long Island Forest stone entrance sign on Lake Oconee in Putnam County, Georgia
The stone entrance to Long Island Forest on the southern shore of Lake Oconee.

Long Island Forest occupies a large point on the southern shore of Lake Oconee, with lots facing east, north, and west across the water. It is one of the more scenic and sought-after subdivisions in this part of Putnam County, built along Long Island Drive, Forest Ridge Drive, and Forest Ridge Circle.

Home builds here span a full range, from the late 1980s through new construction in the 2020s. A recent sale in the subdivision topped $2 million, reflecting the demand for a point lot with water on three sides.

Where Long Island Forest Is Located on Lake Oconee

Long Island Forest sits on a point along the southern shore of Lake Oconee in Putnam County, just off Long Island Drive. It is close to Long Shoals Landing and Long Shoals Crossing, two other subdivisions in the same southern Putnam cluster. See the rest of the lake’s communities on the Lake Oconee neighborhoods page. For the full picture of this stretch of the lake, see the Lake Oconee homes in Eatonton guide.

Map showing the location of Long Island Forest on the southern shore of Lake Oconee in Putnam County, Georgia, with a detail view of the point

Homes, Access & HOA in Long Island Forest

Long Island Forest carries an optional HOA, with MLS history showing dues in the $75 to $125 per year range — a light-touch structure for a subdivision of this caliber. Homes span a wide range of build years, from the late 1980s through new construction in the 2020s, and a recent sale here topped $2 million, among the stronger prices on this side of the lake.

Forest Ridge Drive street sign in Long Island Forest on Lake Oconee
Forest Ridge Drive, one of the three roads inside Long Island Forest.

One of the subdivision’s biggest advantages is proximity to the public Long Shoals Boat Ramp, just down the road — handy for guests, extra boats, or anyone not ready to commit to a private dock right away.

Frequently Asked Questions About Long Island Forest

Where is Long Island Forest located on Lake Oconee?

Long Island Forest is on a large point along the southern shore of Lake Oconee in Putnam County, built along Long Island Drive, Forest Ridge Drive, and Forest Ridge Circle. See more communities on our Lake Oconee real estate FAQs page.

Does Long Island Forest have an HOA?

Long Island Forest carries an optional HOA, with MLS history showing dues in the $75 to $125 per year range.

What do homes cost in Long Island Forest?

A recent sale in Long Island Forest topped $2 million. Homes here span build years from the late 1980s through new construction in the 2020s.

Is Long Island Forest close to a public boat ramp?

Yes. Long Island Forest is very close to the public Long Shoals Boat Ramp, a convenient option for guests and extra boats.

Which way do the lots in Long Island Forest face?

Because the subdivision occupies a large point on the lake, its lots face east, north, and west across the water.

Interested in Long Island Forest?

If a point lot with water on three sides, easy boat ramp access, and room to build up to $2 million and beyond sounds right, Margie Sorrell knows Long Island Forest and the entire Lake Oconee market inside and out. Contact Margie to talk through your options.

Written by , Lake Oconee Real Estate. Last updated August 21, 2026.
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