## Overview

Andrews Cove Recreation Area in White County offers a cool mountain stream and
a peaceful atmosphere with a short 1.9-mile hike along the Andrews Cove trail
that starts a journey from time on a second stream with some fishing
opportunities or continue your hike on this connector trail to the National
Scenic Appalachian Trail. This campground is only a 15-minute drive to the
popular alpine village of Helen, Georgia.

## Recreation

The Andrews Cove 1.9 mile hiking trail starts next to campsites 6 & 7 leads to
a great place to get away and fish. The Andrews Cove trail is a connector
trail to the A. T. , however there is a limited number of day use parking
sites that located at the kiosk area. The immediate areas host a number of
waterfalls, hiking trails, and opportunites in the 3 surrounding wilderness
sites for some solitude or you could a short drive over to Anna Ruby falls or
the right time of year you can catch a little time rafting, swimming, and
other recreational opportunites near Helen, Georgia.

## Facilities

The Andrews Cove 1.9 mile hiking trail starts next to campsites 6 & 7 leads to
a great place to get away and fish. The Andrews Cove trail is a connector
trail to the A. T. , however there is a limited number of day use parking
sites that located at the kiosk area. The immediate areas host a number of
waterfalls, hiking trails, and opportunites in the 3 surrounding wilderness
sites for some solitude or you could a short drive over to Anna Ruby falls or
the right time of year you can catch a little time rafting, swimming, and
other recreational opportunites near Helen, Georgia.

## Natural Features

Andrews Cove Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a
place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and
is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains,
and rolling hills.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (706) 754-6221.

## Nearby Attractions

The alpiine town of Helen, GA is located approximately 5.5 miles south on Hwy
75/17. In the Helen areas hosts swimming, fishing, rafting, and zip lining all
in or near the Chattahoochee River. There is host of trails in the area
including the Andrews Cove trail, A. T., Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls,
and Ravens Cliff Wilderness Trail.

## Charges & Cancellations

Changes

If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates,
there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees
for:

Adding or removing nights to your stay.

Changing to a different campsite.

Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.

Cancellations

You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled
arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:

$10 cancellation fee

Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)

Any previous change fees

Late cancellation penalties may also apply:

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Andrews Cove Recreation Area in White County offers a cool mountain stream and a peaceful atmosphere with a short 1.9-mile hike along the Andrews Cove trail that starts a journey from time on a second stream with some fishing opportunities or continue your hike on this connector trail to the National Scenic Appalachian Trail. This campground is only a 15-minute drive to the popular alpine village of Helen, Georgia.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Andrews Cove 1.9 mile hiking trail starts next to campsites 6 & 7 leads to a great place to get away and fish. The Andrews Cove trail is a connector trail to the A. T. , however there is a limited number of day use parking sites that located at the kiosk area. The immediate areas host a number of waterfalls, hiking trails, and opportunites in the 3 surrounding wilderness sites for some solitude or you could a short drive over to Anna Ruby falls or the right time of year you can catch a little time rafting, swimming, and other recreational opportunites near Helen, Georgia.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Andrews Cove 1.9 mile hiking trail starts next to campsites 6 & 7 leads to a great place to get away and fish. The Andrews Cove trail is a connector trail to the A. T. , however there is a limited number of day use parking sites that located at the kiosk area. The immediate areas host a number of waterfalls, hiking trails, and opportunites in the 3 surrounding wilderness sites for some solitude or you could a short drive over to Anna Ruby falls or the right time of year you can catch a little time rafting, swimming, and other recreational opportunites near Helen, Georgia.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Andrews Cove Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 754-6221.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The alpiine town of Helen, GA is located approximately 5.5 miles south on Hwy 75/17. In the Helen areas hosts swimming, fishing, rafting, and zip lining all in or near the Chattahoochee River. There is host of trails in the area including the Andrews Cove trail, A. T., Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, and Ravens Cliff Wilderness Trail.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Changes</p>
<p>If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees for:</p>
<p>Adding or removing nights to your stay.</p>
<p>Changing to a different campsite.</p>
<p>Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.</p>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:</p>
<p>$10 cancellation fee</p>
<p>Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)</p>
<p>Any previous change fees</p>
<p>Late cancellation penalties may also apply:</p>

Reservations purchased through this site or by calling 1-877-444-6777

Bird's eye view of the campground

Andrew's Cove Campground

## Overview

Cooper Creek Campground is located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
along the banks of Cooper Creek in the North Georgia Mountains. The Campground
offers many recreation activities including camping, hiking, trout fishing,
and hunting. The campground is well kept and is a nice place for just a
weekend getaway or an extended stay. Most of the campsites are fairly spaced
apart so the privacy level is decent which makes for and enjoyable time. This
Recreation area is well known for great trout fishing year-round and you can
fish up and down the main creek or take the numerous trails along the bank of
the creek if you’re not having any luck at the campground. Please make your
way out to this beautiful campground for a pleasant and relaxing experience.

## Recreation

There are several hiking trails that start in or near the campground and all
are interconnected, so forming a loop is a breeze. The Yellow Mountain Trail
is the longest at 3.2 miles, so these are great little trails for taking the
kids or the inexperienced hiker on. The Duncan Ridge Trail isn’t far up the
road if you would like to do a more challenging hike.

Yellow Mtn. Trail – 3.2 miles

Connector Trail – 0.4 miles

Mill Shoals Trail – 0.9 miles

Shope Gap Trail – 0.6 miles

Cooper Creek Trail – 1.7 miles

## Facilities

There are several hiking trails that start in or near the campground and all
are interconnected, so forming a loop is a breeze. The Yellow Mountain Trail
is the longest at 3.2 miles, so these are great little trails for taking the
kids or the inexperienced hiker on. The Duncan Ridge Trail isn’t far up the
road if you would like to do a more challenging hike.

Yellow Mtn. Trail – 3.2 miles

Connector Trail – 0.4 miles

Mill Shoals Trail – 0.9 miles

Shope Gap Trail – 0.6 miles

Cooper Creek Trail – 1.7 miles

## Natural Features

Cooper Creek Campground is settled inside The Cooper Creek Wildlife Management
Area. It spans more than 30,000 acres, and lies within the Chattahoochee
National Forest. This WMA is located in the extreme northeast corner of
Georgia and nearly borders North Carolina. This WMA offers hunting
opportunities for deer, bear, turkey and small game. The trails in this
wildlife management area offer nearly eight miles of easy to moderate hiking.
The trails follow old logging trails and new footpaths through a variety of
hardwood, mixed pine and hardwood, and white pine and hemlock forests.

## Nearby Attractions

If cooper creek is booked please check out Deep Hole Campground which is 15
minutes South of Area. This campground has nine sites and is also a great
place to catch fish along the Toccoa River. This campground can also be booked
on recreation.gov or calling the reservation line. Blue Ridge, Blairsville,
and Dahlonega GA, are all towns nearby to visit for all your supply needs. If
you dont want to drive into town, visit the Cooper Creek Store which is about
5 miles south of the campground as they'll have all your camping supplies.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Cooper Creek Campground is located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest along the banks of Cooper Creek in the North Georgia Mountains.  The Campground offers many recreation activities including camping, hiking, trout fishing, and hunting.  The campground is well kept and is a nice place for just a weekend getaway or an extended stay.  Most of the campsites are fairly spaced apart so the privacy level is decent which makes for and enjoyable time.  This Recreation area is well known for great trout fishing year-round and you can fish up and down the main creek or take the numerous trails along the bank of the creek if you’re not having any luck at the campground.   Please make your way out to this beautiful campground for a pleasant and relaxing experience.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>There are several hiking trails that start in or near the campground and all are interconnected, so forming a loop is a breeze. The Yellow Mountain Trail is the longest at 3.2 miles, so these are great little trails for taking the kids or the inexperienced hiker on.  The Duncan Ridge Trail isn’t far up the road if you would like to do a more challenging hike. </p>

<p>Yellow Mtn. Trail – 3.2 miles</p>
<p>Connector Trail – 0.4 miles</p>
<p>Mill Shoals Trail – 0.9 miles</p>
<p>Shope Gap Trail – 0.6 miles</p>
<p>Cooper Creek Trail – 1.7 miles</p>


<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>There are several hiking trails that start in or near the campground and all are interconnected, so forming a loop is a breeze. The Yellow Mountain Trail is the longest at 3.2 miles, so these are great little trails for taking the kids or the inexperienced hiker on.  The Duncan Ridge Trail isn’t far up the road if you would like to do a more challenging hike. </p>

<p>Yellow Mtn. Trail – 3.2 miles</p>
<p>Connector Trail – 0.4 miles</p>
<p>Mill Shoals Trail – 0.9 miles</p>
<p>Shope Gap Trail – 0.6 miles</p>
<p>Cooper Creek Trail – 1.7 miles</p>


<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Cooper Creek Campground is settled inside The Cooper Creek Wildlife Management Area.  It spans more than 30,000 acres, and lies within the Chattahoochee National Forest. This WMA is located in the extreme northeast corner of Georgia and nearly borders North Carolina. This WMA offers hunting opportunities for deer, bear, turkey and small game. The trails in this wildlife management area offer nearly eight miles of easy to moderate hiking. The trails follow old logging trails and new footpaths through a variety of hardwood, mixed pine and hardwood, and white pine and hemlock forests.</p>


<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>If cooper creek is booked please check out Deep Hole Campground which is 15 minutes South of Area.  This campground has nine sites and is also a great place to catch fish along the Toccoa River.  This campground can also be booked on recreation.gov or calling the reservation line.  Blue Ridge, Blairsville, and Dahlonega GA, are all towns nearby to visit for all your supply needs.  If you dont want to drive into town, visit the Cooper Creek Store which is about 5 miles south of the campground as they'll have all your camping supplies.</p>

Fishing Area near the Cooper Creek Loop

The view from the Banks of Cooper Creek

Fishing Hole Across from Mulky Loop

Entrance to the Cooper Creek Loop

Cooper Creek Campground (GA)

## Overview

Cottonwood Patch Campground is a multi-use campground focused primarily on
equestrian camping, but welcomes traditional "car" camping. The campground is
located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in the Alaculsy Valley
of the Cohutta Mountains in north Georgia. Cottonwood Patch Campground is a
quaint campground found along the Conasauga River, just above its junction
with the Jacks River. Mixed hardwood forest surrounds the campground. The
campground is partially shaded most of the summer with planted cottonwoods and
sawtooth oaks. Average daytime summer temperatures are in the mid-80s with
average daytime winter temperatures in the 50s.

In the late 1800s into the 1930s, Alaculsy Valley was a thriving community.
The valley contained homes, farms, a church, a post office, a grist mill, a
school, cemeteries, and possibly a furnace for smelting iron. Across the Jacks
River, in Tennessee, were other similar communities, a Civilian Conservation
Corps work camp, and the location of the original U.S. Forest Service facility
that managed the area. Some of the most development in the area was during the
logging boom of the early 1900s. This area was the main hub for logging
operations in the Cohutta Mountains. Train tracks followed the Conasauga and
Jacks Rivers deep into the mountains. Lumbermen in logging camps far back in
the mountains would cut timber and have it loaded onto flat cars. These loaded
railroad cars would be pulled by the powerful Shay locomotives owned by the
Conasauga River Lumber Company to its mill in Conasauga, Tennessee. Once an
area was logged, the camp buildings would be loaded up onto the flat cars by
small steam cranes and unloaded at the next area prepared for a camp. The
Conasauga Trail in Tennessee follows the old railroad bed downstream and the
Jacks River Trail in Georgia follows the old railroad bed upstream into the
Cohutta Wilderness.

Looking at the area today, one would never know such development once existed.
The U.S. Forest Service, along with partnerships with other agencies and
organizations, work together to manage the National Forest lands.

Recreation activities around the Cottonwood Patch Campground include camping,
picnicking, hiking, hunting, fishing, and horseback riding (visitors must
provide their own horses). Hunting and fishing regulations are set by the
Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

## Recreation

The Cottonwood Patch Campground not only serves as a place to rest and relax
by the campfire, but it serves as a base camp for activities located
throughout the National Forest, such as hiking, horseback riding, hunting,
fishing, and birdwatching.

Cottonwood Patch Campground is a popular area for equestrian users. The start
of the Iron Mountain trail is located in the campground. The trail can be used
by both horse riders and hikers. Horses are permitted on numbered Forest
Service Roads that are both open to traffic and gated. Please be aware and
mindful of vehicular traffic on Forest Service Roads.

Hunting is also a popular activity near the Cottonwood Patch Campground area.
The 96,583 acre Cohutta Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a cooperatively
managed area within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forest. The
U.S. Forest Service and Georgia Department of Natural Resources work together
to provide hunters opportunities to harvest bear, deer, wild hog, and various
species of small game. The Georgia DNR maintains the majority of wildlife
openings/food plots, conduct wildlife surveys, and set the hunting
regulations. The U.S. Forest Service manages the receation facilities, roads,
vegetation, fire, vegetation, and general forest. When hiking or riding horses
during hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and be aware that hunters are out
legally participating in their version of recreational activities.

Amateur naturalists can have a great time seeking out non-game species, such
as birds, small mammals, amphibians, and reptiles, along with hundreds of
species of plants to check off their life lists.

## Facilities

The Cottonwood Patch Campground not only serves as a place to rest and relax
by the campfire, but it serves as a base camp for activities located
throughout the National Forest, such as hiking, horseback riding, hunting,
fishing, and birdwatching.

Cottonwood Patch Campground is a popular area for equestrian users. The start
of the Iron Mountain trail is located in the campground. The trail can be used
by both horse riders and hikers. Horses are permitted on numbered Forest
Service Roads that are both open to traffic and gated. Please be aware and
mindful of vehicular traffic on Forest Service Roads.

Hunting is also a popular activity near the Cottonwood Patch Campground area.
The 96,583 acre Cohutta Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a cooperatively
managed area within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forest. The
U.S. Forest Service and Georgia Department of Natural Resources work together
to provide hunters opportunities to harvest bear, deer, wild hog, and various
species of small game. The Georgia DNR maintains the majority of wildlife
openings/food plots, conduct wildlife surveys, and set the hunting
regulations. The U.S. Forest Service manages the receation facilities, roads,
vegetation, fire, vegetation, and general forest. When hiking or riding horses
during hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and be aware that hunters are out
legally participating in their version of recreational activities.

Amateur naturalists can have a great time seeking out non-game species, such
as birds, small mammals, amphibians, and reptiles, along with hundreds of
species of plants to check off their life lists.

## Natural Features

Cottonwood Patch Campground is located in the Georgia mountains near the
Tennessee/Georgia state line. It is surrounded by thousands of acres of
national forest, free flowing mountain rivers, and babbling streams. It is
located along the Conasauga River and near the border of the the Cohutta
Wilderness.

The Conasauga River watershed is one of the most ecologically diverse
watersheds in the United States. This watershed contains 76 species of fish,
more than the entire Columbia and Colorado Watersheds combined. Rare crayfish,
mollusks, and even the Federally Endangered Blue Shiner are found in the
Conasauga River. The U.S. Forest Service along with conservation partners
annually place spawning logs in the river to provide habitat for Blue Shiners.

Adjacent to Cottonwood Patch Campground is the 45,000 acre Cohutta/Big Frog
Wilderness (the largest Federally Designated Wilderness Area east of the
Mississippi River). The Cohutta Wilderness contains 91 miles of arduous
backpacking trails. The 1964 Wilderness Act requires Federally established
Wilderness Areas to maintain a wild character about them. Wilderness trails
are maintained by volunteers, Forestry Technicians, and partner organizations.
Directed by the Wilderness Act, trails are cleared using traditional hand
tools, such as crosscut saws and sling blades. The use of gas powered and
mechanized equipment is prohibited, even for forest managers in the Cohutta
Wilderness. These trails are minimally managed and minimally marked, keeping
with Wilderness character. These trails are not meant for simple strolls
through the forest. Trails are frequently blocked by trees and undergrowth,
making them difficult to follow at times. Orienteering skills using terrain
features, map, and compass are extremely important and essential in the
Cohutta Wilderness, as GPS is unreliable and not recommended.

An array of colorful wildflowers can be found throughout spring and summer
months. In spring, the beautiful purple/blue flowers of Virginia Bluebells can
be found in large colonies along the Conasauga River. Numerous trilliums
carpet the forest floor. Wild Geraniums, Blood Root, Mayapple and many other
wildflowers provide flashes of color to the the new spring forest. Summer
gives way to asters, rhododendron, and other flowers, providing a splash of
color until the changing leaves provide the color in fall. Please only look at
wildflowers, do not pick them.

## Nearby Attractions

**Conasauga River Blue Hole:**

The Conasauga River has an array of colorful and unique fish species. The best
way to see them is to get in the water with them. The Cherokee National Forest
in Tennessee maintains a small picnic area and snorkeling area located 1.5
miles north of Cottonwood Patch Campground in Tennessee. Visitors can either
snorkel on their own (provide your own equipment) or take a guided tour with
the Cherokee National Forest. For guided tours and more infomation visit the
Cherokee National Forest at the following link. Conasauga River Blue Hole

Directions: Turn left out of the campground onto Forest Service Road 16.
Follow FSR 16 for 3/4 mile. Cross the metal Jacks River Bridge and turn left
onto Sheeds Creek Road. Follow Sheeds Creek road 3/4 mile until reaching the
entrance to the Conasauga River Blue Hole parking lot on the left.

**Sumac Creek Shooting Range (Digital Fee Area, see Recreation.gov page):** A
U.S. Forest Service shooting range provided to hone your shooting skills. You
must provide your own firearm, ammunition, and targets. For more information
visit: Sumac Creek Shooting Range

Directions: Leaving the campground, turn right onto Forest Road 16. Follow
this road for approximately 7 miles. The entrance to the shooting range is on
the left where gravel road turns back into pavement.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Cottonwood Patch Campground is a multi-use campground focused primarily on equestrian camping, but welcomes traditional "car" camping.  The campground is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in the Alaculsy Valley of the Cohutta Mountains in north Georgia.  Cottonwood Patch Campground is a quaint campground found along the Conasauga River, just above its junction with the Jacks River.  Mixed hardwood forest surrounds the campground. The campground is partially shaded most of the summer with planted cottonwoods and sawtooth oaks.  Average daytime summer temperatures are in the mid-80s with average daytime winter temperatures in the 50s. </p>
<p>In the late 1800s into the 1930s, Alaculsy Valley was a thriving community.  The valley contained homes, farms, a church, a post office, a grist mill, a school, cemeteries, and possibly a furnace for smelting iron.  Across the Jacks River, in Tennessee, were other similar communities, a Civilian Conservation Corps work camp, and the location of the original U.S. Forest Service facility that managed the area.  Some of the most development in the area was during the logging boom of the early 1900s.  This area was the main hub for logging operations in the Cohutta Mountains. Train tracks followed the Conasauga and Jacks Rivers deep into the mountains.  Lumbermen in logging camps far back in the mountains would cut timber and have it loaded onto flat cars.  These loaded railroad cars would be pulled by the powerful Shay locomotives owned by the Conasauga River Lumber Company to its mill in Conasauga, Tennessee.  Once an area was logged, the camp buildings would be loaded up onto the flat cars by small steam cranes and unloaded at the next area prepared for a camp.  The Conasauga Trail in Tennessee follows the old railroad bed downstream and the Jacks River Trail in Georgia follows the old railroad bed upstream into the Cohutta Wilderness. </p>
<p>Looking at the area today, one would never know such development once existed.  The U.S. Forest Service, along with partnerships with other agencies and organizations, work together to manage the National Forest lands. </p>
<p>Recreation activities around the Cottonwood Patch Campground include camping, picnicking, hiking, hunting, fishing, and horseback riding (visitors must provide their own horses).  Hunting and fishing regulations are set by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Cottonwood Patch Campground not only serves as a place to rest and relax by the campfire, but it serves as a base camp for activities located throughout the National Forest, such as hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, and birdwatching. </p>
<p>Cottonwood Patch Campground is a popular area for equestrian users.  The start of the Iron Mountain trail is located in the campground.  The trail can be used by both horse riders and hikers.  Horses are permitted on numbered Forest Service Roads that are both open to traffic and gated.  Please be aware and mindful of vehicular traffic on Forest Service Roads. </p>
<p>Hunting is also a popular activity near the Cottonwood Patch Campground area.  The 96,583 acre Cohutta Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a cooperatively managed area within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forest.  The U.S. Forest Service and Georgia Department of Natural Resources work together to provide hunters opportunities to harvest bear, deer, wild hog, and various species of small game.  The Georgia DNR maintains the majority of wildlife openings/food plots, conduct wildlife surveys, and set the hunting regulations.  The U.S. Forest Service manages the receation facilities, roads, vegetation, fire, vegetation, and general forest.  When hiking or riding horses during hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and be aware that hunters are out legally participating in their version of recreational activities. </p>
<p>Amateur naturalists can have a great time seeking out non-game species, such as birds, small mammals, amphibians, and reptiles, along with hundreds of species of plants to check off their life lists.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Cottonwood Patch Campground not only serves as a place to rest and relax by the campfire, but it serves as a base camp for activities located throughout the National Forest, such as hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, and birdwatching. </p>
<p>Cottonwood Patch Campground is a popular area for equestrian users.  The start of the Iron Mountain trail is located in the campground.  The trail can be used by both horse riders and hikers.  Horses are permitted on numbered Forest Service Roads that are both open to traffic and gated.  Please be aware and mindful of vehicular traffic on Forest Service Roads. </p>
<p>Hunting is also a popular activity near the Cottonwood Patch Campground area.  The 96,583 acre Cohutta Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a cooperatively managed area within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forest.  The U.S. Forest Service and Georgia Department of Natural Resources work together to provide hunters opportunities to harvest bear, deer, wild hog, and various species of small game.  The Georgia DNR maintains the majority of wildlife openings/food plots, conduct wildlife surveys, and set the hunting regulations.  The U.S. Forest Service manages the receation facilities, roads, vegetation, fire, vegetation, and general forest.  When hiking or riding horses during hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and be aware that hunters are out legally participating in their version of recreational activities. </p>
<p>Amateur naturalists can have a great time seeking out non-game species, such as birds, small mammals, amphibians, and reptiles, along with hundreds of species of plants to check off their life lists.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Cottonwood Patch Campground is located in the Georgia mountains near the Tennessee/Georgia state line.  It is surrounded by thousands of acres of national forest, free flowing mountain rivers, and babbling streams.  It is located along the Conasauga River and near the border of the the Cohutta Wilderness. </p>
<p>The Conasauga River watershed is one of the most ecologically diverse watersheds in the United States.  This watershed contains 76 species of fish, more than the entire Columbia and Colorado Watersheds combined.  Rare crayfish, mollusks, and even the Federally Endangered Blue Shiner are found in the Conasauga River.  The U.S. Forest Service along with conservation partners annually place spawning logs in the river to provide habitat for Blue Shiners. </p>
<p>Adjacent to Cottonwood Patch Campground is the 45,000 acre Cohutta/Big Frog Wilderness (the largest  Federally Designated Wilderness Area east of the Mississippi River). The Cohutta Wilderness contains 91 miles of arduous backpacking trails.  The 1964 Wilderness Act requires Federally established Wilderness Areas to maintain a wild character about them.  Wilderness trails are maintained by volunteers, Forestry Technicians, and partner organizations.  Directed by the Wilderness Act, trails are cleared using traditional hand tools, such as crosscut saws and sling blades.  The use of gas powered and mechanized equipment is prohibited, even for forest managers in the Cohutta Wilderness. These trails are minimally managed and minimally marked, keeping with Wilderness character.  These trails are not meant for simple strolls through the forest.  Trails are frequently blocked by trees and undergrowth, making them difficult to follow at times.  Orienteering skills using terrain features, map, and compass are extremely important and essential in the Cohutta Wilderness, as GPS is unreliable and not recommended. </p>
<p>An array of colorful wildflowers can be found throughout spring and summer months.  In spring, the beautiful purple/blue flowers of Virginia Bluebells can be found in large colonies along the Conasauga River.  Numerous trilliums carpet the forest floor.  Wild Geraniums, Blood Root, Mayapple and many other wildflowers provide flashes of color to the the new spring forest.  Summer gives way to asters, rhododendron, and other flowers, providing a splash of color until the changing leaves provide the color in fall.  Please only look at wildflowers, do not pick them.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p><strong>Conasauga River Blue Hole:</strong></p>
<p>The Conasauga River has an array of colorful and unique fish species.  The best way to see them is to get in the water with them.  The Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee maintains a small picnic area and snorkeling area located 1.5 miles north of Cottonwood Patch Campground in Tennessee.  Visitors can either snorkel on their own (provide your own equipment) or take a guided tour with the Cherokee National Forest.  For guided tours and more infomation visit the Cherokee National Forest at the following link.  <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cherokee/recarea/?recid=35026" rel="nofollow">Conasauga River Blue Hole</a> </p>
<p>Directions:  Turn left out of the campground onto Forest Service Road 16.  Follow FSR 16 for 3/4 mile.  Cross the metal Jacks River Bridge and turn left onto Sheeds Creek Road.  Follow Sheeds Creek road 3/4 mile until reaching the entrance to the Conasauga River Blue Hole parking lot on the left. </p>
<p><strong>Sumac Creek Shooting Range (Digital Fee Area, see Recreation.gov page):</strong> A U.S. Forest Service shooting range provided to hone your shooting skills. You must provide your own firearm, ammunition, and targets.  For more information visit:  <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/43f96dca-77bd-11eb-86df-e60b5d20d0e4" rel="nofollow">Sumac Creek Shooting Range</a> </p>
<p>Directions:  Leaving the campground, turn right onto Forest Road 16.  Follow this road for approximately 7 miles.  The entrance to the shooting range is on the left where gravel road turns back into pavement.</p>

Cottonwood Patch Campground

## Overview

Deep Hole Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground and Day Use Area
located approximately 2 hours north of Atlanta in the North Georgia Mountains
of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Deep Hole offers visitors year-round
recreation opportunities such as camping, fishing, picnicking, and a lauch
area for tubing and kayaking along the Toccoa River. Trout fishing is popular
here in North Georgia so having a campsite such as Deep Hole adjacent to the
Toccoa River is an amazing opportunity for avid fisherman. Nine campsites are
neatly arranged in one loop and walking distance to the Toccoa River.
Campsites 5 & 9 are directly next to the River. The climate here is fairly
mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it's a wonderful place to relax
and experience each of these throughout the year. North Georgia is a
playground for wildlife watchers. We have an abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear,
and small Furbearers. There is a $5.00 Day Use Fee for those that only decide
to fish, kayak, picnic, or tube down the Toccoa River. If you are camping, you
are excluded from this fee. The Fee Tube at the Information Board is for Day
Use Only. If you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life,
please visit Deep Hole Recreation Area.

## Recreation

This campground is located along the banks of a big turn of the Toccoa River
just north of Suches, GA. The primary attraction to this area would be the
trout fishing and being able to float down the Toccoa River. The Chattahoochee
National Fish Hatchery is only 5.5 miles away and they stock this area with
trout weekly during peak camping season. Coopers Creek and Rock Creek are
within ten minutes of Deep Hole Recreation Area, which offers visitors more
areas to trout fish and more camping opportunities in beautiful North Georgia.
Deep Hole is the beginning of the Toccoa River and is a Nationally Designated
River Trail.

## Facilities

This campground is located along the banks of a big turn of the Toccoa River
just north of Suches, GA. The primary attraction to this area would be the
trout fishing and being able to float down the Toccoa River. The Chattahoochee
National Fish Hatchery is only 5.5 miles away and they stock this area with
trout weekly during peak camping season. Coopers Creek and Rock Creek are
within ten minutes of Deep Hole Recreation Area, which offers visitors more
areas to trout fish and more camping opportunities in beautiful North Georgia.
Deep Hole is the beginning of the Toccoa River and is a Nationally Designated
River Trail.

## Natural Features

Deep Hole Recreation Area is located within the Blue Ridge Mountains of North
Georgia and you can't ask for a better atmosphere for camping and floating
down the Toccoa River. During the months of October, North Georgia's trees put
on a vibrant show. Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges, and
yellows which makes the camping atmosphere amazing. Thousands of visitors make
the trip annualy and we hope you will as well.

## Nearby Attractions

Blue Ridge, Georgia is a mountain town in northern Georgia within 20 minutes
of Deep Hole Recreation Area. Exhibitions and shows at the Art Center and the
Blue Ridge Community Theater highlight the work of the town’s thriving
artistic community. Craft breweries and restaurants dot the downtown. Antique
trains head to nearby mountain villages along the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway.
Trails run through the Chattahoochee National Forest to Long Creek and Fall
Branch waterfalls.

Mercier Orchards is an attraction that you must visit. This is a family-owned
and operated apple orchard now in its 4th generation. Started back in 1943 by
Bill & Adele Mercier. Mercier Orchards is now celebrating over 75 years of
fruitful harvest! The combination of their U-PICK events, Bakery & Market
Cafe, Market Store, and now their Farm Winery makes them a great choice for a
day trip by yourself or with the family! Spend the day experiencing what makes
them unique! They're constantly improving products and the store will give you
the best experience that they can possibly offer.

They currently grow strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches,
nectarines, and apples! Be sure to check out their upcoming events to see
what’s going on at the orchard!

COOPER CREEK STORE IS WITHIN 5MINS FROM DEEP HOLE. THEY HAVE ALL YOUR CAMPING
SUPPLY NEEDS. ONCE YOU REACH HWY 60 EXITING THE CAMPGROUND, TURN RIGHT AND
IT'S ABOUT A HALF A MILE ON THE RIGHT.

Check Out These Areas As Well:

The Tennessee Overhill including the Ducktown Basin Museum, Ocoee Whitewater
Center, Ocoee Scenic Byway, and Hiwassee Rail Adventures in Etowah.

North Carolina - Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy and John C.
Campbell Folk School in Brasstown.

Fort Mountain State Park – near Ellijay, GA

Amicalola State Park – near Dawsonville & Blue Ridge , GA

Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site – Dahlonega, GA

North Georgia Wildlife Park & Zoo – Cleveland, GA

Helen Alpine Village, Helen GA

Brasstown Bald-Highest Point in Georgia

Vogel State Park-Blairsvile, GA

Blairsville Farmer’s Market

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Deep Hole Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground and Day Use Area located approximately 2 hours north of Atlanta in the North Georgia Mountains of the Chattahoochee National Forest.  Deep Hole offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities such as camping, fishing, picnicking, and a lauch area for tubing and kayaking along the Toccoa River.  Trout fishing is popular here in North Georgia so having a campsite such as Deep Hole adjacent to the Toccoa River is an amazing opportunity for avid fisherman.  Nine campsites are neatly arranged in one loop and walking distance to the Toccoa River.  Campsites 5 & 9 are directly next to the River.   The climate here is fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it's a wonderful place to relax and experience each of these throughout the year.   North Georgia is a playground for wildlife watchers.  We have an abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear, and small Furbearers. There is a $5.00 Day Use Fee for those that only decide to fish, kayak, picnic, or tube down the Toccoa River.  If you are camping, you are excluded from this fee.  The Fee Tube at the Information Board is for Day Use Only.  If you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, please visit Deep Hole Recreation Area. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>This campground is located along the banks of a big turn of the Toccoa River just north of Suches, GA.  The primary attraction to this area would be the trout fishing and being able to float down the Toccoa River.   The Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery is only 5.5 miles away and they stock this area with trout weekly during peak camping season.   Coopers Creek and Rock Creek are within ten minutes of Deep Hole Recreation Area, which offers visitors more areas to trout fish and more camping opportunities in beautiful North Georgia.  Deep Hole is the beginning of the Toccoa River and is a Nationally Designated River Trail.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This campground is located along the banks of a big turn of the Toccoa River just north of Suches, GA.  The primary attraction to this area would be the trout fishing and being able to float down the Toccoa River.   The Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery is only 5.5 miles away and they stock this area with trout weekly during peak camping season.   Coopers Creek and Rock Creek are within ten minutes of Deep Hole Recreation Area, which offers visitors more areas to trout fish and more camping opportunities in beautiful North Georgia.  Deep Hole is the beginning of the Toccoa River and is a Nationally Designated River Trail.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Deep Hole Recreation Area is located within the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia and you can't ask for a better atmosphere for camping and floating down the Toccoa River.  During the months of October, North Georgia's trees put on a vibrant show. Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows which makes the camping atmosphere amazing. Thousands of visitors make the trip annualy and we hope you will as well.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Blue Ridge, Georgia is a mountain town in northern Georgia within 20 minutes of Deep Hole Recreation Area. Exhibitions and shows at the Art Center and the Blue Ridge Community Theater highlight the work of the town’s thriving artistic community. Craft breweries and restaurants dot the downtown.  Antique trains head to nearby mountain villages along the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Trails run through the Chattahoochee National Forest to Long Creek and Fall Branch waterfalls. </p>

<p>Mercier Orchards is an attraction that you must visit.  This is a family-owned and operated apple orchard now in its 4th generation. Started back in 1943 by Bill & Adele Mercier. Mercier Orchards is now celebrating over 75 years of fruitful harvest! The combination of their U-PICK events, Bakery & Market Cafe, Market Store, and now their Farm Winery makes them a great choice for a day trip by yourself or with the family! Spend the day experiencing what makes them unique! They're constantly improving products and the store will give you the best experience that they can possibly offer. </p>

<p>They currently grow strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, nectarines, and apples! Be sure to check out their upcoming events to see what’s going on at the orchard!  </p>

<p>COOPER CREEK STORE IS WITHIN 5MINS FROM DEEP HOLE.  THEY HAVE ALL YOUR CAMPING SUPPLY NEEDS.  ONCE YOU REACH HWY 60 EXITING THE CAMPGROUND, TURN RIGHT AND IT'S ABOUT A HALF A MILE ON THE RIGHT.   </p>

<p>Check Out These Areas As Well: </p>

<p>The Tennessee Overhill including the Ducktown Basin Museum, Ocoee Whitewater Center, Ocoee Scenic Byway, and Hiwassee Rail Adventures in Etowah.</p>
<p>North Carolina - Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy and John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown.</p>
<p>Fort Mountain State Park – near Ellijay, GA</p>
<p>Amicalola State Park – near Dawsonville & Blue Ridge , GA</p>
<p>Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site – Dahlonega, GA</p>
<p>North Georgia Wildlife Park & Zoo – Cleveland, GA</p>
<p>Helen Alpine Village, Helen GA</p>
<p>Brasstown Bald-Highest Point in Georgia</p>
<p>Vogel State Park-Blairsvile, GA</p>
<p>Blairsville Farmer’s Market</p>

Vault Toilet

Portal Sign

This Fishing Pier is within walking distance from all campsites.

Deep Hole Fishing Pier

Toccoa River

Deep Hole Recreation Area

## Overview

Desoto Falls Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located
approximately 2 hours North of Atlanta in the North Georgia mountains of the
Chattahoochee National Forest. Desoto Falls offers visitors year-round
recreation opportunities including camping, fishing, picnicking, and beautiful
hikes to our nearby waterfalls. The campground is situated along Frogtown
Creek with at an elevation of 2,080 feet above sea level, under a dense forest
of deciduous and evergreen trees. 23 campsites are neatly arranged in two
loops(upper and lower), with each loop having creek sites. The climate here is
fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it is a wonderful place
to relax and experience each of these throughout the year. North Georgia is a
playground for wildlife watchers. An abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear and,
small furbearers can be seen as well as bird watching. If you need to get away
from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, come to Desoto Falls.

## Recreation

The primary attractions to this area are the two waterfalls along Frogtown
Creek, which lead from the wooden bridge across from the Host Site. This
hike’s relatively short, kid-friendly distance and moderate elevation change
make it one of North Georgia’s most popular waterfall hikes. .25 hike to lower
falls and .75 to the upper falls. The trail hikes through several large
exposed rock outcrops, beautiful rhododendron, and under the shade of several
enormous old-growth pine trees with their wide trunks reaching high into the
forest canopy above. The waterfall’s newly built observation deck makes a
great spot for a mid-hike rest or picnic, and a great place to soak up the
waterfall’s beauty.

Note: slippery rocks and fast moving water can be extremely dangerous! Please
don’t climb, stand on, swim near, or jump from any waterfall.

## Facilities

The primary attractions to this area are the two waterfalls along Frogtown
Creek, which lead from the wooden bridge across from the Host Site. This
hike’s relatively short, kid-friendly distance and moderate elevation change
make it one of North Georgia’s most popular waterfall hikes. .25 hike to lower
falls and .75 to the upper falls. The trail hikes through several large
exposed rock outcrops, beautiful rhododendron, and under the shade of several
enormous old-growth pine trees with their wide trunks reaching high into the
forest canopy above. The waterfall’s newly built observation deck makes a
great spot for a mid-hike rest or picnic, and a great place to soak up the
waterfall’s beauty.

Note: slippery rocks and fast moving water can be extremely dangerous! Please
don’t climb, stand on, swim near, or jump from any waterfall.

## Natural Features

Desoto Falls is part of the Chattahoochee National Forest and is located in a
650-acre (2.6 km2) area designated as the Desoto Falls Scenic Area. This area
of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia make up part of the Appalachian
Mountain range stretching all the way to Canada. The hardwood coves, rushing
waterfalls, creeks, and steep canyons are crisscrossed with abundant trails
for hiking and fishing. During the Month of October, North Georgia’s trees put
on a vibrant show. Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges and
yellows which makes the camping atmosphere amazing. Thousands make the yearly
trek into the mountains near Desoto Falls for a front row seat.

## Nearby Attractions

Just 1.5 miles north on 19/129 is Neels Gap and the Appalachian Trail. Drive
just a short piece down to Byron Herbert Reece parking area on the left, and
the Appalachian Trail can be easily accessed there. Nearby water falls to
visit are are Helton Creek Falls, Dukes Creeks Falls, and Raven Cliffs Falls.

Just a short drive and located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National
Forests, the Brasstown Bald Recreation Area & Visitor Center is a great place
to visit. It is the highest point in Georgia, rising 4,784 feet above sea
level with a 360 degree view of four states.

Towns within a short drive to visit are Blairsville, Helen, and Dahlonega, GA

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Desoto Falls Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located approximately 2 hours North of Atlanta in the North Georgia mountains of the Chattahoochee National Forest.  Desoto Falls offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, fishing, picnicking, and beautiful hikes to our nearby waterfalls.  The campground is situated along Frogtown Creek with at an elevation of 2,080 feet above sea level, under a dense forest of deciduous and evergreen trees.   23 campsites are neatly arranged in two loops(upper and lower), with each loop having creek sites. The climate here is fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it is a wonderful place to relax and experience each of these throughout the year.  North Georgia is a playground for wildlife watchers.  An abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear and, small furbearers can be seen as well as bird watching.   If you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, come to Desoto Falls.   </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The primary attractions to this area are the two waterfalls along Frogtown Creek, which lead from the wooden bridge across from the Host Site.  This hike’s relatively short, kid-friendly distance and moderate elevation change make it one of North Georgia’s most popular waterfall hikes.  .25 hike to lower falls and .75 to the upper falls.  The trail hikes through several large exposed rock outcrops, beautiful rhododendron, and under the shade of several enormous old-growth pine trees with their wide trunks reaching high into the forest canopy above.  The waterfall’s newly built observation deck makes a great spot for a mid-hike rest or picnic, and a great place to soak up the waterfall’s beauty.  </p>
<p>Note: slippery rocks and fast moving water can be extremely dangerous! Please don’t climb, stand on, swim near, or jump from any waterfall.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The primary attractions to this area are the two waterfalls along Frogtown Creek, which lead from the wooden bridge across from the Host Site.  This hike’s relatively short, kid-friendly distance and moderate elevation change make it one of North Georgia’s most popular waterfall hikes.  .25 hike to lower falls and .75 to the upper falls.  The trail hikes through several large exposed rock outcrops, beautiful rhododendron, and under the shade of several enormous old-growth pine trees with their wide trunks reaching high into the forest canopy above.  The waterfall’s newly built observation deck makes a great spot for a mid-hike rest or picnic, and a great place to soak up the waterfall’s beauty.  </p>
<p>Note: slippery rocks and fast moving water can be extremely dangerous! Please don’t climb, stand on, swim near, or jump from any waterfall.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Desoto Falls is part of the Chattahoochee National Forest and is located in a 650-acre (2.6 km2) area designated as the Desoto Falls Scenic Area.  This area of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia make up part of the Appalachian Mountain range stretching all the way to Canada. The hardwood coves, rushing waterfalls, creeks, and steep canyons are crisscrossed with abundant trails for hiking and fishing.  During the Month of October,  North Georgia’s trees put on a vibrant show.  Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges and yellows which makes the camping atmosphere amazing.  Thousands make the yearly trek into the mountains near Desoto Falls for a front row seat.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Just 1.5 miles north on 19/129 is Neels Gap and the Appalachian Trail.  Drive just a short piece down to Byron Herbert Reece parking area on the left, and the Appalachian Trail can be easily accessed there.  Nearby water falls to visit are are Helton Creek Falls, Dukes Creeks Falls, and Raven Cliffs Falls.   </p>
<p>Just a short drive and located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, the Brasstown Bald Recreation Area & Visitor Center is a great place to visit. It is the highest point in Georgia, rising 4,784 feet above sea level with a 360 degree view of four states.  </p>
<p>Towns within a short drive to visit are Blairsville, Helen, and Dahlonega, GA  </p>

**DURING NON-PEAK SEASON THE FEES CHANGE TO HALF PRICE**

Standard Non Electric

$10.00

Standard Non Electric Double Site

$20.00

Tent Only Non Electric

$10.00

Waterfall Foot Bridge that crosses Frogtown Creek.

Foot Bridge(across from host site) that accesses the trail to the upper and lower water falls.

View from the Observation Deck

Desoto Falls Recreation Area

## Overview

Dockery Lake Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located
approximately 2 hours North of Atlanta in the North Georgia mountains of the
Chattahoochee National Forest. Dockery Lake is nestled deep within the
mountains 12 miles north of Dahlonega, GA. Dockery Lake Recreation Area offers
camping, picnicking and fishing for all ages. Dockery Lake Campground is small
and located right along the banks of Dockery Lake. The campground is situated
under a dense forest of deciduous and evergreen trees which brings plenty of
shade in the summer time. 11 campsites are neatly arranged within close
proximity to the Lake and the Day Use area (no fee). The climate here is
fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it is a wonderful place
to relax and experience each of these throughout the year. North Georgia is a
playground for wildlife watchers. An abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear and,
small furbearers can be seen as well as bird watching. If you need to get away
from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, come to Dockery Lake Recreation
Area.

## Recreation

**Day Hiking:**

Lakeshore Trail - 0.5 mile easy loop around lake.

Dockery Lake Trail( LEADS FROM DAY USE AREA) - 3.5 miles leads to the
Appalachian Trail in Miller Gap.

**Other trails within a 30 minute drive:**

The Appalachian Trail cross Hwy 60 at Woody Gap,

The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses Hwy. 60 in two places, approximately 12 miles
north.

Dockery Lake -**Carry Down Electric Motors Only**

## Facilities

**Day Hiking:**

Lakeshore Trail - 0.5 mile easy loop around lake.

Dockery Lake Trail( LEADS FROM DAY USE AREA) - 3.5 miles leads to the
Appalachian Trail in Miller Gap.

**Other trails within a 30 minute drive:**

The Appalachian Trail cross Hwy 60 at Woody Gap,

The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses Hwy. 60 in two places, approximately 12 miles
north.

Dockery Lake -**Carry Down Electric Motors Only**

## Natural Features

Dockery Lake campground and day-use area is constructed next to a small pond.
The area, operated by the U.S. Forest Service of the Blue Ridge Ranger
Disctict in the Chattahoochee National Forest, is nestled among the Cedar
Ridge range of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Situated on a small tributary to
Waters Creek, Dockery Lake is a 6-acre (24,000 m2) man-made lake stocked with
trout. During the Month of October, North Georgia’s trees put on a vibrant
show. Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges and yellows which
makes the camping atmosphere amazing. Thousands make the yearly trek into the
mountains near Dockery Lake for a front row seat.

## Nearby Attractions

Waters Creek Day Use:

Head south on Dockery Lk Rd toward GA-60 S

282 ft

Turn left onto GA-60 S

3.6 mi

At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto US-19 N

4.8 mi

Turn left onto Dicks Crk Rd

2.8 mi

Waters Creek Day Use Area

Dicks Crk Rd, Cleveland, GA 30528

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Dockery Lake Recreation Area is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located approximately 2 hours North of Atlanta in the North Georgia mountains of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Dockery Lake is nestled deep within the mountains 12 miles north of Dahlonega, GA. Dockery Lake Recreation Area offers camping, picnicking and fishing for all ages. Dockery Lake Campground is small and located right along the banks of Dockery Lake. The campground is situated under a dense forest of deciduous and evergreen trees which brings plenty of shade in the summer time. 11 campsites are neatly arranged within close proximity to the Lake and the Day Use area (no fee). The climate here is fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it is a wonderful place to relax and experience each of these throughout the year. North Georgia is a playground for wildlife watchers. An abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear and, small furbearers can be seen as well as bird watching. If you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, come to Dockery Lake Recreation Area. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p><strong>Day Hiking: </strong></p>
<p>Lakeshore Trail - 0.5 mile easy loop around lake.</p>
<p>Dockery Lake Trail( LEADS FROM DAY USE AREA) - 3.5 miles leads to the Appalachian Trail in Miller Gap. </p>
<p><strong>Other trails within a 30 minute drive: </strong></p>
<p>The Appalachian Trail cross Hwy 60 at Woody Gap, </p>
<p>The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses Hwy. 60 in two places, approximately 12 miles north.</p>
<p>Dockery Lake -<strong> Carry Down Electric Motors Only</strong></p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p><strong>Day Hiking: </strong></p>
<p>Lakeshore Trail - 0.5 mile easy loop around lake.</p>
<p>Dockery Lake Trail( LEADS FROM DAY USE AREA) - 3.5 miles leads to the Appalachian Trail in Miller Gap. </p>
<p><strong>Other trails within a 30 minute drive: </strong></p>
<p>The Appalachian Trail cross Hwy 60 at Woody Gap, </p>
<p>The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses Hwy. 60 in two places, approximately 12 miles north.</p>
<p>Dockery Lake -<strong> Carry Down Electric Motors Only</strong></p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Dockery Lake campground and day-use area is constructed next to a small pond. The area, operated by the U.S. Forest Service of the Blue Ridge Ranger Disctict in the Chattahoochee National Forest, is nestled among the Cedar Ridge range of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Situated on a small tributary to Waters Creek, Dockery Lake is a 6-acre (24,000 m2) man-made lake stocked with trout. During the Month of October, North Georgia’s trees put on a vibrant show. Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges and yellows which makes the camping atmosphere amazing. Thousands make the yearly trek into the mountains near Dockery Lake for a front row seat.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Waters Creek Day Use:</p>


<p>Head south on Dockery Lk Rd toward GA-60 S</p>
<p>282 ft</p>

<p>Turn left onto GA-60 S</p>
<p>3.6 mi</p>

<p>At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto US-19 N</p>
<p>4.8 mi</p>

<p>Turn left onto Dicks Crk Rd</p>
<p>2.8 mi</p>

<p>Waters Creek Day Use Area</p>
<p>Dicks Crk Rd, Cleveland, GA 30528</p>

$8.00 a night from 4/1-10/31

$4.00 a night from 11/1-12/31

Campground closed from 1/1-3/31

Entrance to Dockery Lake off Hwy 60

Stocking Area

Dockery Lake with Fall Colors

Dockery Lake Recreation Area

## Overview

Fern Springs is home to historical hand-constructed stone pavilions, walkways,
bridges, water rills, and stairways. The area is closed to all use.

## Recreation

Lake Russell Beach and Boat Launch, located just 6.5 miles from the picnic
area, offers a popular swimming beach and ample fishing opportunities.

## Facilities

Lake Russell Beach and Boat Launch, located just 6.5 miles from the picnic
area, offers a popular swimming beach and ample fishing opportunities.

## Natural Features

Fern Springs is cradled by white pines, hemlocks, and old-growth oak trees and
has a large grassy lawn and rich understory.  
  
  
The area was constructed by the Civilian ConservationCorpsp in the 1930s and
is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

## Charges & Cancellations

No reservations site is closed to all public use

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Fern Springs is home to historical hand-constructed stone pavilions, walkways, bridges, water rills, and stairways. The area is closed to all use.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Lake Russell Beach and Boat Launch, located just 6.5 miles from the picnic area, offers a popular swimming beach and ample fishing opportunities.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Lake Russell Beach and Boat Launch, located just 6.5 miles from the picnic area, offers a popular swimming beach and ample fishing opportunities.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Fern Springs is cradled by white pines, hemlocks, and old-growth oak trees and has a large grassy lawn and rich understory.<br><br><br>The area was constructed by the Civilian ConservationCorpsp in the 1930s and is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>No reservations site is closed to all public use</p>

FERN SPRINGS DAY USE PICNIC AREA

Fern Springs Day Use Picnic Area

## Overview

Frank Gross is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located approximately 2 hours
north of Atlanta in the North Georgia Mountains of the Chattahoochee National
Forest. Frank Gross Campground offers visitors year-round recreation
opportunities such as camping, fishing, picnicking, and hiking. Trout fishing
is popular here in North Georgia so having a campsite such as Frank Gross
adjacent to the Rock Creek is an amazing opportunity for avid fisherman. Eight
campsites are neatly arranged for privacy and only walking distance to Rock
Creek. Campsites 2 & 5 are directly next to the River. The climate here is
fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it's a wonderful place
to relax and experience each of these throughout the year. North Georgia is a
playground for wildlife watchers. We have an abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear,
and small Furbearers. If you need to get away from civilization and everyday
life, please visit Frank Gross Campground. You'll be glad you did.

## Recreation

We have plenty of recreational opportunities that are not far from Frank
Gross. If you enjoy hiking, The Benton MacKaye trail is north of Frank Gross;
this trail crosses the Toccoa River on a suspension bridge that is 260 feet
long. Fishing in Rock Creek and Mill Creek for stocked and wild trout is
popular. The Chattahoocee National Fish Hatchery is also located on Rock Creek
approximately 1/4 mile downstream from Frank Gross. The facility offers an
informational visitor kiosk, outdoor raceway viewing, picniking, and an
Environmental Education Center. Hiking Trails within a 30 minute drive - The
Appalachian Trail is approximately 4 miles south at the intersection of FS
Road 42 and FS Road 69. The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses FS Road 333
approximately 4 miles north.

If Frank Gross is booked, check out our other Forest Service Campgrounds that
are just a 15 min drive away. Cooper Creek Campground and Deep Hope Recreation
Area. These campgrounds offer a great experience of Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking,
and Picknicking. Hope to see you soon!

## Facilities

We have plenty of recreational opportunities that are not far from Frank
Gross. If you enjoy hiking, The Benton MacKaye trail is north of Frank Gross;
this trail crosses the Toccoa River on a suspension bridge that is 260 feet
long. Fishing in Rock Creek and Mill Creek for stocked and wild trout is
popular. The Chattahoocee National Fish Hatchery is also located on Rock Creek
approximately 1/4 mile downstream from Frank Gross. The facility offers an
informational visitor kiosk, outdoor raceway viewing, picniking, and an
Environmental Education Center. Hiking Trails within a 30 minute drive - The
Appalachian Trail is approximately 4 miles south at the intersection of FS
Road 42 and FS Road 69. The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses FS Road 333
approximately 4 miles north.

If Frank Gross is booked, check out our other Forest Service Campgrounds that
are just a 15 min drive away. Cooper Creek Campground and Deep Hope Recreation
Area. These campgrounds offer a great experience of Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking,
and Picknicking. Hope to see you soon!

## Natural Features

Frank Gross Campground is nestled on the banks of Rock Creek in the Ed Jenkins
National Recreation Area inside the Chattahoochee National Forest. Once you
turn down Rock Creek Road, the 5 mile drive to Frank Gross Campground is
breathtaking. Rock Creek is visible for most of the drive so it gives
fisherman an opportunity to locate a good spot to fish as you travel to the
campground. Experiencing all four seasons here in North Georgia makes camping
a pleasant experience for everybody. During the months of October, North
Georgia's trees put on a vibrant show. Summer's dark greens change to
brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows which makes the camping atmosphere
amazing. Thousands of visitors make the trip annualy and we hope you will as
well.

## Nearby Attractions

Blue Ridge, Georgia is a mountain town in northern Georgia within 30 minutes
of Frank Gross Campground. Exhibitions and shows at the Art Center and the
Blue Ridge Community Theater highlight the work of the town’s thriving
artistic community. Craft breweries and restaurants dot the downtown. Antique
trains head to nearby mountain villages along the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway.
Trails run through the Chattahoochee National Forest to Long Creek and Fall
Branch waterfalls.

Mercier Orchards is an attraction that you must visit. This is a family-owned
and operated apple orchard now in its 4th generation. Started back in 1943 by
Bill & Adele Mercier. Mercier Orchards is now celebrating over 75 years of
fruitful harvest! The combination of their U-PICK events, Bakery & Market
Cafe, Market Store, and now their Farm Winery makes them a great choice for a
day trip by yourself or with the family! Spend the day experiencing what makes
them unique! They're constantly improving products and the store will give you
the best experience that they can possibly offer.

They currently grow strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches,
nectarines, and apples! Be sure to check out their upcoming events to see
what’s going on at the orchard!

COOPER CREEK STORE IS WITHIN 15MINS OF FRANK GROSS. THEY HAVE ALL YOUR CAMPING
SUPPLY NEEDS. ONCE YOU REACH HWY 60 GOING NORTH, TURN RIGHT AND IT'S ABOUT A
MILE ON THE RIGHT.

Check Out These Areas As Well:

The Tennessee Overhill including the Ducktown Basin Museum, Ocoee Whitewater
Center, Ocoee Scenic Byway, and Hiwassee Rail Adventures in Etowah.

North Carolina - Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy and John C.
Campbell Folk School in Brasstown.

Fort Mountain State Park – near Ellijay, GA

Amicalola State Park – near Dawsonville & Blue Ridge , GA

Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site – Dahlonega, GA

North Georgia Wildlife Park & Zoo – Cleveland, GA

Helen Alpine Village, Helen GA

Brasstown Bald-Highest Point in Georgia

Vogel State Park-Blairsvile, GA

Blairsville Farmer’s Market

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Frank Gross is a U.S. Forest Service Campground located approximately 2 hours north of Atlanta in the North Georgia Mountains of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Frank Gross Campground offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities such as camping, fishing, picnicking, and hiking. Trout fishing is popular here in North Georgia so having a campsite such as Frank Gross adjacent to the Rock Creek is an amazing opportunity for avid fisherman. Eight campsites are neatly arranged for privacy and only walking distance to Rock Creek. Campsites 2 & 5 are directly next to the River. The climate here is fairly mild and generally offers all four seasons, so it's a wonderful place to relax and experience each of these throughout the year. North Georgia is a playground for wildlife watchers. We have an abundance of Deer, Turkey, Bear, and small Furbearers.  If you need to get away from civilization and everyday life, please visit Frank Gross Campground.  You'll be glad you did.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>We have plenty of recreational opportunities that are not far from Frank Gross.  If you enjoy hiking, The Benton MacKaye trail is north of Frank Gross; this trail crosses the Toccoa River on a suspension bridge that is 260 feet long. Fishing in Rock Creek and Mill Creek for stocked and wild trout is popular.  The Chattahoocee National Fish Hatchery is also located on Rock Creek approximately 1/4 mile downstream from Frank Gross. The facility offers an informational visitor kiosk, outdoor raceway viewing, picniking, and an Environmental Education Center.  Hiking Trails within a 30 minute drive - The Appalachian Trail is approximately 4 miles south at the intersection of FS Road 42 and FS Road 69. The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses FS Road 333 approximately 4 miles north. </p>
<p>If Frank Gross is booked, check out our other Forest Service Campgrounds that are just a 15 min drive away.  Cooper Creek Campground and Deep Hope Recreation Area.  These campgrounds offer a great experience of Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, and Picknicking.  Hope to see you soon!</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>We have plenty of recreational opportunities that are not far from Frank Gross.  If you enjoy hiking, The Benton MacKaye trail is north of Frank Gross; this trail crosses the Toccoa River on a suspension bridge that is 260 feet long. Fishing in Rock Creek and Mill Creek for stocked and wild trout is popular.  The Chattahoocee National Fish Hatchery is also located on Rock Creek approximately 1/4 mile downstream from Frank Gross. The facility offers an informational visitor kiosk, outdoor raceway viewing, picniking, and an Environmental Education Center.  Hiking Trails within a 30 minute drive - The Appalachian Trail is approximately 4 miles south at the intersection of FS Road 42 and FS Road 69. The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses FS Road 333 approximately 4 miles north. </p>
<p>If Frank Gross is booked, check out our other Forest Service Campgrounds that are just a 15 min drive away.  Cooper Creek Campground and Deep Hope Recreation Area.  These campgrounds offer a great experience of Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, and Picknicking.  Hope to see you soon!</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Frank Gross Campground is nestled on the banks of Rock Creek in the Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area inside the Chattahoochee National Forest.  Once you turn down Rock Creek Road, the 5 mile drive to Frank Gross Campground is breathtaking.  Rock Creek is visible for most of the drive so it gives fisherman an opportunity to locate a good spot to fish as you travel to the campground.   Experiencing all four seasons here in North Georgia makes camping a pleasant experience for everybody.   During the months of October, North Georgia's trees put on a vibrant show.  Summer's dark greens change to brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows which makes the camping atmosphere amazing. Thousands of visitors make the trip annualy and we hope you will as well.  </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Blue Ridge, Georgia is a mountain town in northern Georgia within 30 minutes of Frank Gross Campground. Exhibitions and shows at the Art Center and the Blue Ridge Community Theater highlight the work of the town’s thriving artistic community. Craft breweries and restaurants dot the downtown.  Antique trains head to nearby mountain villages along the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Trails run through the Chattahoochee National Forest to Long Creek and Fall Branch waterfalls.   </p>
<p>Mercier Orchards is an attraction that you must visit. This is a family-owned and operated apple orchard now in its 4th generation. Started back in 1943 by Bill & Adele Mercier. Mercier Orchards is now celebrating over 75 years of fruitful harvest! The combination of their U-PICK events, Bakery & Market Cafe, Market Store, and now their Farm Winery makes them a great choice for a day trip by yourself or with the family! Spend the day experiencing what makes them unique! They're constantly improving products and the store will give you the best experience that they can possibly offer.   </p>
<p>They currently grow strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, nectarines, and apples! Be sure to check out their upcoming events to see what’s going on at the orchard!  </p>
<p>COOPER CREEK STORE IS  WITHIN 15MINS OF FRANK GROSS.  THEY HAVE ALL YOUR CAMPING SUPPLY NEEDS.  ONCE YOU REACH HWY 60 GOING NORTH, TURN RIGHT AND IT'S ABOUT A MILE ON THE RIGHT.  </p>
<p>Check Out These Areas As Well:  </p>
<p>The Tennessee Overhill including the Ducktown Basin Museum, Ocoee Whitewater Center, Ocoee Scenic Byway, and Hiwassee Rail Adventures in Etowah. </p>
<p>North Carolina - Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy and John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown. </p>
<p>Fort Mountain State Park – near Ellijay, GA </p>
<p>Amicalola State Park – near Dawsonville & Blue Ridge , GA </p>
<p>Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site – Dahlonega, GA </p>
<p>North Georgia Wildlife Park & Zoo – Cleveland, GA </p>
<p>Helen Alpine Village, Helen GA </p>
<p>Brasstown Bald-Highest Point in Georgia </p>
<p>Vogel State Park-Blairsvile, GA </p>
<p>Blairsville Farmer’s Market</p>

Campsite

Frank Gross

Rock Creek Which Flows Next to Campground.

Rock Creek

Frank Gross Campground

## Overview

The Jacks River Fields Campground is a seven site campground located in the
Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia on the Conasauga Ranger District of the
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. **This campground accomodates horses and
mules.** This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only.
Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and
claim a site. Once on-site, you can pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR
code using the Recreation.gov mobile app or by following instructions for
depositing cash or checks in the fee deposit box. Download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app on Android or iOS prior to your arrival as some
remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Located along the South Fork of the Jacks River, the Jacks River Fields
Campground sits at an elevation of 2700' and surrounded by mixed hardwoods,
hemlock, and rhododendron. Wildlife such as bear, deer, and wild turkey can be
found in the surrounding forest. Wildflowers are abundant throughout the
mountains during spring, summer, and fall.

From the late 1800s into the early 1900s this area was a thriving community
known as the Upper Jacks River Community, complete with home-sites, a church,
and possibly a grist mill. One of those houses was later turned into a Federal
game warden station. The game warden was tasked with patrolling the newly
established national forest. The community long gone, including the game
warden station, visitors can now enjoy a quiet camping experience deep in the
mountains. The multi-use South Fork Trail is located adjacent to the
campground, allowing for horses, bikes, and hikers.

## Recreation

**Hiking and Horseback Riding:**

This campground is located adjacent to the South Fork Trail, which is a multi-
use trail for hiking, biking, and horse riding. The Cohutta Wilderness is
nearby and allows for arduous overnight backpacking trips along the Jacks and
Conasauga Rivers.

**Hunting:**

Hunting for bear, deer, and wild hogs is a long standing fall tradition in the
North Georgia Mountains. This campground is located within the Cohutta
Wildlife Management Area, a cooperatively managed area between the U.S. Forest
Service and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The WMA is located
completely within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forest.

**Birding:**

During spring and summer, songbirds abound. Beginning in early spring,
neotropical migrant birds are found traveling from South America and Mexico to
their breeding grounds in the Appalachian Mountains from Georgia to Canada,
many are only encountered during migration. For many birds, this area is the
only place in the Southern Appalachians they breed, making for a unique
experience for forest visitors.

**Wildflowers:**

The Southern Appalachians are one of the most diverse regions in the world for
plants. Many of these plants produce flowers which are brightly colored,
luring in pollinators such as native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Other flowers are hidden beneath the leaf litter, unnoticed by the majority of
visitors, yet noticed by the beetles that pollinate the unique flowers. These
flowers eventually turn into fruits and seeds, feeding birds and small
mammals.

## Facilities

**Hiking and Horseback Riding:**

This campground is located adjacent to the South Fork Trail, which is a multi-
use trail for hiking, biking, and horse riding. The Cohutta Wilderness is
nearby and allows for arduous overnight backpacking trips along the Jacks and
Conasauga Rivers.

**Hunting:**

Hunting for bear, deer, and wild hogs is a long standing fall tradition in the
North Georgia Mountains. This campground is located within the Cohutta
Wildlife Management Area, a cooperatively managed area between the U.S. Forest
Service and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The WMA is located
completely within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forest.

**Birding:**

During spring and summer, songbirds abound. Beginning in early spring,
neotropical migrant birds are found traveling from South America and Mexico to
their breeding grounds in the Appalachian Mountains from Georgia to Canada,
many are only encountered during migration. For many birds, this area is the
only place in the Southern Appalachians they breed, making for a unique
experience for forest visitors.

**Wildflowers:**

The Southern Appalachians are one of the most diverse regions in the world for
plants. Many of these plants produce flowers which are brightly colored,
luring in pollinators such as native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Other flowers are hidden beneath the leaf litter, unnoticed by the majority of
visitors, yet noticed by the beetles that pollinate the unique flowers. These
flowers eventually turn into fruits and seeds, feeding birds and small
mammals.

## Natural Features

Surrounded by forested mountains, the Jacks River Fields Campground is
situated in a small hollow in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The South Fork of the
Jacks River flows alongside the campground, joining other tributaries, forming
the Jacks River.

Jacks River meanders through the 45,000 acre Cohutta Wilderness from the
southeast to the northwest, joining the Conasauga River near the
Tennessee/Georgia state line. The Conasauga River is one of the most diverse
rivers in the United States. The Conasauga Watershed contains 76 native fish -
more than the Columbia Watershed and Colorado Watershed combined! The
geography and elevation changes of the Southern Appalachian Mountains has
enabled aquatic species in small watersheds to attain extreme levels of
diversity compared to the much larger western watersheds. Salamanders,
mussels, snails, crayfish, and other invertebrates show similar levels of
diversity.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (706) 695-6736.

## Nearby Attractions

**South Fork Trail:**

The South Fork Trail is located approximately 1/8th of a mile from the Jacks
River Fields Campground. This trail meanders through fields and hardwood
forests along the banks of the south fork of the Jacks River. One river ford
is experienced near the north end of the trail. Be alert, this is a multi-use
trail open to equestrians, hikers, and bicycles.

**Cohutta Wilderness:**

Located nearby is the 45,000 acre Cohutta/Big Frog Wilderness (the largest
Congressaionally designated Wilderness Area located east of the Mississippi
River.). The Cohutta Wilderness contains 91 miles of arduous backpacking
trails. Horses are allowed on some of the trails in the Wilderness, please
contact the Conasauga Ranger Station for more information.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Jacks River Fields Campground is a seven site campground located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia on the Conasauga Ranger District of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.  <strong>This campground accomodates horses and mules.</strong>  This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you can pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app or by following instructions for depositing cash or checks in the fee deposit box. Download the free Recreation.gov mobile app on Android or iOS prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service. </p>
<p>Located along the South Fork of the Jacks River, the Jacks River Fields Campground sits at an elevation of 2700' and surrounded by mixed hardwoods, hemlock, and rhododendron.  Wildlife such as bear, deer, and wild turkey can be found in the surrounding forest.  Wildflowers are abundant throughout the mountains during spring, summer, and fall. </p>
<p>From the late 1800s into the early 1900s this area was a thriving community known as the Upper Jacks River Community, complete with home-sites, a church, and possibly a grist mill.  One of those houses was later turned into a Federal game warden station.  The game warden was tasked with patrolling the newly established national forest.  The community long gone, including the game warden station, visitors can now enjoy a quiet camping experience deep in the mountains.  The multi-use South Fork Trail is located adjacent to the campground, allowing for horses, bikes, and hikers.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p><strong>Hiking and Horseback Riding:</strong></p>
<p>This campground is located adjacent to the South Fork Trail, which is a multi-use trail for hiking, biking, and horse riding.  The Cohutta Wilderness is nearby and allows for arduous overnight backpacking trips along the Jacks and Conasauga Rivers.   </p>
<p><strong>Hunting:</strong></p>
<p>Hunting for bear, deer, and wild hogs is a long standing fall tradition in the North Georgia Mountains.  This campground is located within the Cohutta Wildlife Management Area, a cooperatively managed area between the U.S. Forest Service and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.  The WMA is located completely within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forest.</p>
<p><strong>Birding:</strong> </p>
<p>During spring and summer, songbirds abound.  Beginning in early spring, neotropical migrant birds are found traveling from South America and Mexico to their breeding grounds in the Appalachian Mountains from Georgia to Canada, many are only encountered during migration.  For many birds, this area is the only place in the Southern Appalachians they breed, making for a unique experience for forest visitors. </p>
<p><strong>Wildflowers: </strong> </p>
<p>The Southern Appalachians are one of the most diverse regions in the world for plants.  Many of these plants produce flowers which are brightly colored, luring in pollinators such as native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.  Other flowers are hidden beneath the leaf litter, unnoticed by the majority of visitors, yet noticed by the beetles that pollinate the unique flowers.  These flowers eventually turn into fruits and seeds, feeding birds and small mammals.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p><strong>Hiking and Horseback Riding:</strong></p>
<p>This campground is located adjacent to the South Fork Trail, which is a multi-use trail for hiking, biking, and horse riding.  The Cohutta Wilderness is nearby and allows for arduous overnight backpacking trips along the Jacks and Conasauga Rivers.   </p>
<p><strong>Hunting:</strong></p>
<p>Hunting for bear, deer, and wild hogs is a long standing fall tradition in the North Georgia Mountains.  This campground is located within the Cohutta Wildlife Management Area, a cooperatively managed area between the U.S. Forest Service and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.  The WMA is located completely within the boundaries of the Chattahoochee National Forest.</p>
<p><strong>Birding:</strong> </p>
<p>During spring and summer, songbirds abound.  Beginning in early spring, neotropical migrant birds are found traveling from South America and Mexico to their breeding grounds in the Appalachian Mountains from Georgia to Canada, many are only encountered during migration.  For many birds, this area is the only place in the Southern Appalachians they breed, making for a unique experience for forest visitors. </p>
<p><strong>Wildflowers: </strong> </p>
<p>The Southern Appalachians are one of the most diverse regions in the world for plants.  Many of these plants produce flowers which are brightly colored, luring in pollinators such as native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.  Other flowers are hidden beneath the leaf litter, unnoticed by the majority of visitors, yet noticed by the beetles that pollinate the unique flowers.  These flowers eventually turn into fruits and seeds, feeding birds and small mammals.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Surrounded by forested mountains, the Jacks River Fields Campground is situated in a small hollow in the Blue Ridge Mountains.  The South Fork of the Jacks River flows alongside the campground, joining other tributaries, forming the Jacks River. </p>
<p>Jacks River meanders through the 45,000 acre Cohutta Wilderness from the southeast to the northwest, joining the Conasauga River near the Tennessee/Georgia state line.  The Conasauga River is one of the most diverse rivers in the United States.  The Conasauga Watershed contains 76 native fish - more than the Columbia Watershed and Colorado Watershed combined!  The geography and elevation changes of the Southern Appalachian Mountains has enabled aquatic species in small watersheds to attain extreme levels of diversity compared to the much larger western watersheds.  Salamanders, mussels, snails, crayfish, and other invertebrates show similar levels of diversity. </p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 695-6736.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p><strong>South Fork Trail:</strong></p>
<p>The South Fork Trail is located approximately 1/8th of a mile from the Jacks River Fields Campground.  This trail meanders through fields and hardwood forests along the banks of the south fork of the Jacks River.  One river ford is experienced near the north end of the trail.  Be alert, this is a multi-use trail open to equestrians, hikers, and bicycles. </p>
<p><strong>Cohutta Wilderness:</strong></p>
<p>Located nearby is the 45,000 acre Cohutta/Big Frog Wilderness (the largest Congressaionally designated Wilderness Area located east of the Mississippi River.). The Cohutta Wilderness contains 91 miles of arduous backpacking trails.  Horses are allowed on some of the trails in the Wilderness, please contact the Conasauga Ranger Station for more information.</p>

This campground currently accepts cash, checks, and credit cards.

**Use the following steps to pay with a credit card:**

  * Download the Recreation.gov app and create an account prior to arrival. Once you have the Recreation.gov app and an account on your mobile device, no internet service is needed. 
  * Upon arrival, pick your campsite, then open your Recreation.gov app. 
  * Tap the Scan function within the app on your device. 
  * The app will access your phone's camera. 
  * Using the app, Scan the QR code. 
  * Follow the prompts to pay. 
  * Once again, no internet service is needed as long as you have and use the Recreation.gov app prior to arrival. These instructions are also on site.

View from the Mountaintown Overlook, near Jacks River Fields

Mountaintown Overlook

Entrance to Jacks River Fields Campground

Preview image Jacks River Fields

Jacks River Fields entrance sign

Campsite at Jacks River Fields

Jacks River Fields Campground

## Overview

The Lake Conasauga Recreation Area is a remote recreation area located within
the Chattahoochee National Forest in northwest Georgia. Getting to Lake
Conasauga involves a beautiful forested drive along 15 or more miles of
graveled mountain roads through the Cohutta Mountains. Visitors may
occasionally see bear, deer, and turkeys on their drive. Wildflowers can be
found blooming from February through November in various parts of the
mountains.

Completed in 1940, Lake Conasauga was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps
(CCC) under the guidance of the U.S. Forest Service. Tucked between Grassy
Mountain and Little Bald Mountain, the 17 acre lake sits at an elevation of
3,150 feet, making it the highest elevation lake in the State of Georgia. At
this elevation, air temperatures at Lake Conasauga are usually 10-15 degrees
cooler than the surrounding valleys, allowing for a comfortable camping
experience even in the middle of summer.

Outdoor activities at the Lake Conasauga Recreation Area include camping,
hiking, boating, fishing, picnicking, and swimming.

## Recreation

A swimming and picnic area with a picnic shelter is located across the lake
opposite the campground. A swimming dock is provided for visitors to take a
swim in the cold natural spring waters of Lake Conasauga.

Hiking trails include the Lake Loop Trail (1 mile loop), the Songbird Trail
(2.8 mile loop), and the Tower Trail (4 miles round trip).

A small boat launch provides boating access for canoes, kayaks, and small
boats (electric motors only). Fishermen may catch bass, bream, and even an
occasional catfish. A fishing dock is provided. The Lake Loop Trail provides
various locations along the shoreline for fishermen to cast. A Georgia fishing
license is required for those 16 and older.

## Facilities

A swimming and picnic area with a picnic shelter is located across the lake
opposite the campground. A swimming dock is provided for visitors to take a
swim in the cold natural spring waters of Lake Conasauga.

Hiking trails include the Lake Loop Trail (1 mile loop), the Songbird Trail
(2.8 mile loop), and the Tower Trail (4 miles round trip).

A small boat launch provides boating access for canoes, kayaks, and small
boats (electric motors only). Fishermen may catch bass, bream, and even an
occasional catfish. A fishing dock is provided. The Lake Loop Trail provides
various locations along the shoreline for fishermen to cast. A Georgia fishing
license is required for those 16 and older.

## Natural Features

Surrounded by forested mountains, Lake Conasauga is a 17 acre man-made lake
located near the summit of Grassy Mountain in northwest Georgia. It is the
highest elevation lake in Georgia, sitting at an elevation of 3,150 feet. No
matter the route taken to get to Lake Conasauga, visitors will pass mountain
streams, overlooks, and beautiful scenery.

The Songbird Management Area is located within the Lake Conasauga Recreation
Area. Centered around a large beaver pond, the Songbird Management Area
provides a peaceful interpretive nature hike. Many bird species and
wildflowers can be found along the interpretive nature hike in this area.

Adjacent to the Lake Conasauga Recreation area is the 45,000 acre Cohutta/Big
Frog Wilderness (the largest designated wilderness area east of the
Mississippi River.). The Cohutta Wilderness contains 91 miles of arduous
backpacking trails.

## Nearby Attractions

**Barnes Creek Picnic Area:**

This small picnic area was historically used as a rock quarry by the Civilian
Conservation Corps and U.S. Forest Service in the 1930s. The picnic tables sit
near the base of a waterfall. A short trail from the parking area leads to an
observation deck above the waterfall.

Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Campground and follow Forest Road 68 for
4.5 miles. Turn right and continue following Forest Road 68 for another 2.5
miles.

**Gennett Poplar:**

The Gennett Poplar is the second largest tree in the state of Georgia with a
circumference of 18 feet. This tree was left by the Conasauga River Lumber
Company as a tribute to the size of the trees that once inhabited the
Appalachian Mountains.

Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Campground and follow Forest Road 68 for
4.5 miles. Turn right and continue following Forest Road 68 for 3.5 miles and
turn left onto Forest Road 90. Follow Forest Road 90 for 2 miles and turn left
onto Forest Road 241. Follow Forest Road 241 for 2 miles until it dead ends.
Follow the trail upstream for 3/4 mile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Lake Conasauga Recreation Area is a remote recreation area located within the Chattahoochee National Forest in northwest Georgia.  Getting to Lake Conasauga involves a beautiful forested drive along 15 or more miles of graveled mountain roads through the Cohutta Mountains.  Visitors may occasionally see bear, deer, and turkeys on their drive.  Wildflowers can be found blooming from February through November in various parts of the mountains. </p>
<p>Completed in 1940, Lake Conasauga was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) under the guidance of the U.S. Forest Service.  Tucked between Grassy Mountain and Little Bald Mountain, the 17 acre lake sits at an elevation of 3,150 feet, making it the highest elevation lake in the State of Georgia.  At this elevation, air temperatures at Lake Conasauga are usually 10-15 degrees cooler than the surrounding valleys, allowing for a comfortable camping experience even in the middle of summer. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Outdoor activities at the Lake Conasauga Recreation Area include camping, hiking, boating, fishing, picnicking, and swimming.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>A swimming and picnic area with a picnic shelter is located across the lake opposite the campground.  A swimming dock is provided for visitors to take a swim in the cold natural spring waters of Lake Conasauga. </p>
<p>Hiking trails include the Lake Loop Trail (1 mile loop), the Songbird Trail (2.8 mile loop), and the Tower Trail (4 miles round trip). </p>
<p>A small boat launch provides boating access for canoes, kayaks, and small boats (electric motors only).  Fishermen may catch bass, bream, and even an occasional catfish.  A fishing dock is provided.  The Lake Loop Trail provides various locations along the shoreline for fishermen to cast.  A Georgia fishing license is required for those 16 and older.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>A swimming and picnic area with a picnic shelter is located across the lake opposite the campground.  A swimming dock is provided for visitors to take a swim in the cold natural spring waters of Lake Conasauga. </p>
<p>Hiking trails include the Lake Loop Trail (1 mile loop), the Songbird Trail (2.8 mile loop), and the Tower Trail (4 miles round trip). </p>
<p>A small boat launch provides boating access for canoes, kayaks, and small boats (electric motors only).  Fishermen may catch bass, bream, and even an occasional catfish.  A fishing dock is provided.  The Lake Loop Trail provides various locations along the shoreline for fishermen to cast.  A Georgia fishing license is required for those 16 and older.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Surrounded by forested mountains, Lake Conasauga is a 17 acre man-made lake located near the summit of Grassy Mountain in northwest Georgia.  It is the highest elevation lake in Georgia, sitting at an elevation of 3,150 feet.  No matter the route taken to get to Lake Conasauga, visitors will pass mountain streams, overlooks, and beautiful scenery. </p>
<p>The Songbird Management Area is located within the Lake Conasauga Recreation Area.  Centered around a large beaver pond, the Songbird Management Area provides a peaceful interpretive nature hike.  Many bird species and wildflowers can be found along the interpretive nature hike in this area. </p>
<p>Adjacent to the Lake Conasauga Recreation area is the 45,000 acre Cohutta/Big Frog Wilderness (the largest designated wilderness area east of the Mississippi River.).  The Cohutta Wilderness contains 91 miles of arduous backpacking trails. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p><strong>Barnes Creek Picnic Area:</strong> </p>
<p>This small picnic area was historically used as a rock quarry by the Civilian Conservation Corps and U.S. Forest Service in the 1930s.  The picnic tables sit near the base of a waterfall.  A short trail from the parking area leads to an observation deck above the waterfall.</p>
<p>Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Campground and follow Forest Road 68 for 4.5 miles.  Turn right and continue following Forest Road 68 for another 2.5 miles. </p>
<p><strong>Gennett Poplar:</strong></p>
<p>The Gennett Poplar is the second largest tree in the state of Georgia with a circumference of 18 feet.  This tree was left by the Conasauga River Lumber Company as a tribute to the size of the trees that once inhabited the Appalachian Mountains.</p>
<p>Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Campground and follow Forest Road 68 for 4.5 miles.  Turn right and continue following Forest Road 68 for 3.5 miles and turn left onto Forest Road 90.  Follow Forest Road 90 for 2 miles and turn left onto Forest Road 241.  Follow Forest Road 241 for 2 miles until it dead ends.  Follow the trail upstream for 3/4 mile. </p>

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Lakefront

Lake Conasauga glass

Lake Conasauga Campground

## Overview

The Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground is a small campground with six non-
reservable campsites. This location is available on a first-come, first-served
basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to
purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you can pay for your campsite(s) by
scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app or by following
instructions for depositing cash or checks in the fee deposit box. Download
the free Recreation.gov mobile app on Android or iOS prior to your arrival as
some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

The Overflow Campground is within the Lake Conasauga Recreation Area. The main
Lake Conasauga Campground is approximately one mile away and is a camping by
reservation only campground.

## Recreation

Approximately 1/2 mile from the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground, visitors
can access the Lake Conasauga Picnic Area. A swimming and picnic area with a
picnic shelter, along with tables and grills are provided. A swimming dock is
provided for visitors to take a swim in the cold natural spring waters of Lake
Conasauga.

Hiking trails include the Lake Loop Trail (1 mile loop), the Songbird Trail
(2.8 mile loop), and the Tower Trail (4 miles round trip).

A small boat launch provides boating access for canoes, kayaks, and small
boats (electric motors only). Fishermen may catch bass, bream, and even an
occasional catfish. A fishing dock is also provided. The Lake Loop Trail
provides various locations along the shoreline for fishermen to cast. A
Georgia fishing license is required for those 16 and older.

## Facilities

Approximately 1/2 mile from the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground, visitors
can access the Lake Conasauga Picnic Area. A swimming and picnic area with a
picnic shelter, along with tables and grills are provided. A swimming dock is
provided for visitors to take a swim in the cold natural spring waters of Lake
Conasauga.

Hiking trails include the Lake Loop Trail (1 mile loop), the Songbird Trail
(2.8 mile loop), and the Tower Trail (4 miles round trip).

A small boat launch provides boating access for canoes, kayaks, and small
boats (electric motors only). Fishermen may catch bass, bream, and even an
occasional catfish. A fishing dock is also provided. The Lake Loop Trail
provides various locations along the shoreline for fishermen to cast. A
Georgia fishing license is required for those 16 and older.

## Natural Features

Surrounded by forested mountains, Lake Conasauga is a 17 acre man-made lake
located near the summit of Grassy Mountain in northwest Georgia. It is the
highest elevation lake in Georgia, sitting at an elevation of 3,150 feet. No
matter the route taken to get to Lake Conasauga, visitors will pass mountain
streams, overlooks, and beautiful scenery. The Lake Conasauga Overflow
Campground is approximately one mile past the main Lake Conasauga Campground.

The Songbird Management Area is located across the road from the Lake
Conasauga Overflow Campground. Centered around a large beaver pond, the
Songbird Management Area provides a peaceful interpretive nature hike. Many
bird species and wildflowers can be found along the interpretive nature hike
in this area.

Adjacent to the Lake Conasauga Recreation area is the 45,000 acre Cohutta/Big
Frog Wilderness (the largest designated wilderness area east of the
Mississippi River.). The Cohutta Wilderness contains 91 miles of arduous
backpacking trails.

## Nearby Attractions

**Lake Conasauga Picnic Area:**

This is a picnic/day use area located in the Lake Conasauga Recreation Area.
Picnic tables and grills are located throughout the area, along with a shelter
and swimming area with a dock.

Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground onto FSR 49. Follow
FSR 49 approximately 1/4 mile to an intersection. Turn left at this
intersection. The parking lot for the Picnic Area is approximately 1/4 miles
from this intersection. Signs can be found directing visitors to the picnic
area.

**Barnes Creek Picnic Area:**

This small picnic area was historically used as a rock quarry by the Civilian
Conservation Corps and U.S. Forest Service in the 1930s. The picnic tables sit
near the base of a waterfall. A short trail from the parking area leads to an
observation deck above the waterfall.

Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground and follow Forest Road
68 for 5.5 miles. Turn right and continue following Forest Road 68 for another
3.5 miles.

**Gennett Poplar:**

The Gennett Poplar is the second largest tree in the state of Georgia with a
circumference of 18 feet. This tree was left by the Conasauga River Lumber
Company as a tribute to the size of the trees that once inhabited the
Appalachian Mountains.

Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Campground and follow Forest Road 49/68
for 5.5 miles. Turn right and continue following Forest Road 68 for 3.5 miles
and turn left onto Forest Road 90. Follow Forest Road 90 for 2 miles and turn
left onto Forest Road 241. Follow Forest Road 241 for 2 miles until it dead
ends. Follow the trail upstream for 3/4 mile.

## contact_info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (706) 695-6736.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground is a small campground with six non-reservable campsites.  This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you can pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app or by following instructions for depositing cash or checks in the fee deposit box. Download the free Recreation.gov mobile app on Android or iOS prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

<p>The Overflow Campground is within the Lake Conasauga Recreation Area. The main Lake Conasauga Campground is approximately one mile away and is a camping by reservation only campground.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Approximately 1/2 mile from the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground, visitors can access the Lake Conasauga Picnic Area.  A swimming and picnic area with a picnic shelter, along with tables and grills are provided.  A swimming dock is provided for visitors to take a swim in the cold natural spring waters of Lake Conasauga.  </p>
<p>Hiking trails include the Lake Loop Trail (1 mile loop), the Songbird Trail (2.8 mile loop), and the Tower Trail (4 miles round trip).  </p>
<p>A small boat launch provides boating access for canoes, kayaks, and small boats (electric motors only). Fishermen may catch bass, bream, and even an occasional catfish.  A fishing dock is also provided.  The Lake Loop Trail provides various locations along the shoreline for fishermen to cast.  A Georgia fishing license is required for those 16 and older.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Approximately 1/2 mile from the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground, visitors can access the Lake Conasauga Picnic Area.  A swimming and picnic area with a picnic shelter, along with tables and grills are provided.  A swimming dock is provided for visitors to take a swim in the cold natural spring waters of Lake Conasauga.  </p>
<p>Hiking trails include the Lake Loop Trail (1 mile loop), the Songbird Trail (2.8 mile loop), and the Tower Trail (4 miles round trip).  </p>
<p>A small boat launch provides boating access for canoes, kayaks, and small boats (electric motors only). Fishermen may catch bass, bream, and even an occasional catfish.  A fishing dock is also provided.  The Lake Loop Trail provides various locations along the shoreline for fishermen to cast.  A Georgia fishing license is required for those 16 and older.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Surrounded by forested mountains, Lake Conasauga is a 17 acre man-made lake located near the summit of Grassy Mountain in northwest Georgia. It is the highest elevation lake in Georgia, sitting at an elevation of 3,150 feet. No matter the route taken to get to Lake Conasauga, visitors will pass mountain streams, overlooks, and beautiful scenery. The Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground is approximately one mile past the main Lake Conasauga Campground. </p>
<p>The Songbird Management Area is located across the road from the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground. Centered around a large beaver pond, the Songbird Management Area provides a peaceful interpretive nature hike. Many bird species and wildflowers can be found along the interpretive nature hike in this area.  </p>
<p>Adjacent to the Lake Conasauga Recreation area is the 45,000 acre Cohutta/Big Frog Wilderness (the largest designated wilderness area east of the Mississippi River.). The Cohutta Wilderness contains 91 miles of arduous backpacking trails. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p><strong>Lake Conasauga Picnic Area:</strong></p>
<p>This is a picnic/day use area located in the Lake Conasauga Recreation Area.  Picnic tables and grills are located throughout the area, along with a shelter and swimming area with a dock.</p>
<p>Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground onto FSR 49.  Follow FSR 49 approximately 1/4 mile to an intersection.  Turn left at this intersection.  The parking lot for the Picnic Area is approximately 1/4 miles from this intersection.  Signs can be found directing visitors to the picnic area. </p>
<p><strong>Barnes Creek Picnic Area:</strong> </p>
<p>This small picnic area was historically used as a rock quarry by the Civilian Conservation Corps and U.S. Forest Service in the 1930s. The picnic tables sit near the base of a waterfall. A short trail from the parking area leads to an observation deck above the waterfall. </p>
<p>Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground and follow Forest Road 68 for 5.5 miles. Turn right and continue following Forest Road 68 for another 3.5 miles.  </p>
<p><strong>Gennett Poplar: </strong></p>
<p>The Gennett Poplar is the second largest tree in the state of Georgia with a circumference of 18 feet. This tree was left by the Conasauga River Lumber Company as a tribute to the size of the trees that once inhabited the Appalachian Mountains. </p>
<p>Turn left out of the Lake Conasauga Campground and follow Forest Road 49/68 for 5.5 miles. Turn right and continue following Forest Road 68 for 3.5 miles and turn left onto Forest Road 90. Follow Forest Road 90 for 2 miles and turn left onto Forest Road 241. Follow Forest Road 241 for 2 miles until it dead ends. Follow the trail upstream for 3/4 mile.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 695-6736.

This campground currently accepts cash, checks, and credit cards.

**Use the following steps to pay with a credit card:** Download the
Recreation.gov app and create an account **prior to arrival**. Once you have
the Recreation.gov app and an account on your mobile device, **no internet
service is needed**. Upon arrival, **pick your campsite** , then **open your
Recreation.gov app and tap the Scan function within the app** on your device.
The app will access your phone's camera. **Using the app, Scan the QR code.**
Follow the prompts to pay. Once again, **no internet service is needed as long
as you have and use the Recreation.gov app prior to arrival**. These
instructions are also on site.

Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground

Overflow campsites

Lake Conasauga Overflow

Overflow Campground

## Overview

Cradled in the hills of the North Georgia Mountains overlooking beautiful Lake
Rabun, this developed recreation area offers camping and hiking. Across the
road, the lake offers plenty of water activities like swimming, boating,
fishing, and ample opportunities to absorb the peaceful lake scenery.

## Recreation

At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the trailhead for the
popular Angel Falls/Panther Falls Hiking Trail (trail length 1.7 miles). The
swim area has two picnic tables, a roped-off area for swimmers and restrooms.
A boat launch area and a fishing peer are near the swimming area, Lake Rabun
is home to bass, bream, perch, trout and catfish. Check State regulations
before you fish.

## Facilities

At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the trailhead for the
popular Angel Falls/Panther Falls Hiking Trail (trail length 1.7 miles). The
swim area has two picnic tables, a roped-off area for swimmers and restrooms.
A boat launch area and a fishing peer are near the swimming area, Lake Rabun
is home to bass, bream, perch, trout and catfish. Check State regulations
before you fish.

## Natural Features

Lake Rabun is located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, a place of
exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to
be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains and rolling
hills.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors to the campground can enjoy nearby Anna Ruby Falls; Brasstown Bald
Recreation Area (Georgia's highest point); Minnehaha Falls; Panther Creek
Falls; Tallulah Gorge State Park; Clayton, GA; historic Lakemont, GA;
whitewater rafting on the Chattooga River.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cradled in the hills of the North Georgia Mountains overlooking beautiful Lake Rabun, this developed recreation area offers camping and hiking.  Across the road, the lake offers plenty of water activities like swimming, boating, fishing, and ample opportunities to absorb the peaceful lake scenery.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the trailhead for the popular Angel Falls/Panther Falls Hiking Trail (trail length 1.7 miles).  The swim area has two picnic tables, a roped-off area for swimmers and restrooms. A boat launch area and a fishing peer are near the swimming area, Lake Rabun is home to bass, bream, perch, trout and catfish. Check State regulations before you fish.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the trailhead for the popular Angel Falls/Panther Falls Hiking Trail (trail length 1.7 miles).  The swim area has two picnic tables, a roped-off area for swimmers and restrooms. A boat launch area and a fishing peer are near the swimming area, Lake Rabun is home to bass, bream, perch, trout and catfish. Check State regulations before you fish.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Rabun is located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder.  This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains and rolling hills.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors to the campground can enjoy nearby Anna Ruby Falls; Brasstown Bald Recreation Area (Georgia's highest point); Minnehaha Falls; Panther Creek Falls; Tallulah Gorge State Park; Clayton, GA; historic Lakemont, GA; whitewater rafting on the Chattooga River.

LAKE RABUN BEACH RECREATION AREA

Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area

## Overview

This North Georgia mountain mecca has something for everyone; swimming,
camping, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing and boating.

## Recreation

The campground has easy access to the adjacent beach area, boat ramp, Lake
Russell Boat Launch and Beach Areas, and the adjacent Lake Russell Wildlife
management area. There are numerous hiking and biking trails including the
Lady Slipper Trail, Lake Russell Foot Trail, Rhododendron Trail, and Sourwood
Trail. Swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities abound.

## Facilities

The campground has easy access to the adjacent beach area, boat ramp, Lake
Russell Boat Launch and Beach Areas, and the adjacent Lake Russell Wildlife
management area. There are numerous hiking and biking trails including the
Lady Slipper Trail, Lake Russell Foot Trail, Rhododendron Trail, and Sourwood
Trail. Swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities abound.

## Natural Features

Nestled in the Chattahoochee Oconee Forest, 100-acre Lake Russell is an ideal
summer camping location because of the cool mountain air. There are two paved
campground loops for easy access to anything you might want to do here.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors to the area can enjoy exploring Anna Ruby Falls; Brasstown Bald
Recreation Area (Georgia's highest point); Cornelia, GA; and the Chenocetah
Fire Tower.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.

<h2>Overview</h2>
This North Georgia mountain mecca has something for everyone; swimming, camping, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing and boating.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The campground has easy access to the adjacent beach area, boat ramp, <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP21154" rel="nofollow">Lake Russell Boat Launch and Beach Areas</a>, and the adjacent Lake Russell Wildlife management area.  There are numerous hiking and biking trails including the Lady Slipper Trail, Lake Russell Foot Trail, Rhododendron Trail, and Sourwood Trail.  Swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities abound.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground has easy access to the adjacent beach area, boat ramp, <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP21154" rel="nofollow">Lake Russell Boat Launch and Beach Areas</a>, and the adjacent Lake Russell Wildlife management area.  There are numerous hiking and biking trails including the Lady Slipper Trail, Lake Russell Foot Trail, Rhododendron Trail, and Sourwood Trail.  Swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities abound.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Nestled in the Chattahoochee Oconee Forest, 100-acre Lake Russell is an ideal summer camping location because of the cool mountain air.  There are two paved campground loops for easy access to anything you might want to do here.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors to the area can enjoy exploring Anna Ruby Falls; Brasstown Bald Recreation Area (Georgia's highest point); Cornelia, GA; and the Chenocetah Fire Tower.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.

LAKE RUSSELL RECREATION AREA

One of the camping loops in the campground

Lake Russell Campground

Enjoying some time at Lake Russell Campground

A campsite on B loop

Lake Russell Recreation Area

## Overview

Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation
opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all
centered around beautiful Lake Winfield Scott.  
  
The area is situated high in a mountain valley within the Chattahoochee-Oconee
National Forest, approximately 80 miles from Atlanta, Georgia. The facility
offers a rental cabin with electricity and water, as well as sites for tent
and RV camping.

## Recreation

The Lake Winfield Scott Beach includes a designated swimming area, picnic
tables, a bathhouse, pavilions (by reservation only), a playground and trash
bins.  
  
Day-use hiking trails are found within the recreation area, ideal for a short
stroll. A 0.4-mile trail parallels the lakeshore. In addition, the 1-mile
Jarrard Gap Trail and 2.7-mile Slaughter Creek Trail both begin within the
recreation area and connect to the Appalachian Trail.  
  
Lake Winfield Scott is open to hand-powered and electric motor boats only.
Fishing for catfish, trout, perch, brim and bass is a popular activity. See
the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for a complete listing of
freshwater fishing regulations for the lake. A boat ramp and accessible
fishing dock provide year-round lake access.

## Facilities

The Lake Winfield Scott Beach includes a designated swimming area, picnic
tables, a bathhouse, pavilions (by reservation only), a playground and trash
bins.  
  
Day-use hiking trails are found within the recreation area, ideal for a short
stroll. A 0.4-mile trail parallels the lakeshore. In addition, the 1-mile
Jarrard Gap Trail and 2.7-mile Slaughter Creek Trail both begin within the
recreation area and connect to the Appalachian Trail.  
  
Lake Winfield Scott is open to hand-powered and electric motor boats only.
Fishing for catfish, trout, perch, brim and bass is a popular activity. See
the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for a complete listing of
freshwater fishing regulations for the lake. A boat ramp and accessible
fishing dock provide year-round lake access.

## Natural Features

The recreation area includes 18-acre Lake Winfield Scott, which forms the
headwaters of Cooper Creek. The lake was built by the Civilian Conservation
Corps in the 1930s.  
  
A variety of wildlife makes its home in the surrounding forest, including
deer, bear, wild turkey, grouse and songbirds.

## Nearby Attractions

Suches, Georgia is five miles southwest of the recreation area and offers a
general store and fuel station.  
  
Blairsville, Georgia is 16 miles north on U.S. Highway 19/129 and offers the
nearest full-service grocery stores and shopping villages.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all centered around beautiful Lake Winfield Scott.
<br/><br/>
The area is situated high in a mountain valley within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, approximately 80 miles from Atlanta, Georgia. The facility offers a rental cabin with electricity and water, as well as sites for tent and RV camping.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Lake Winfield Scott Beach includes a designated swimming area, picnic tables, a bathhouse, pavilions (by reservation only), a playground and trash bins. 
<br/><br/>
Day-use hiking trails are found within the recreation area, ideal for a short stroll. A 0.4-mile trail parallels the lakeshore. In addition, the 1-mile Jarrard Gap Trail and 2.7-mile Slaughter Creek Trail both begin within the recreation area and connect to the Appalachian Trail.
<br/><br/>
Lake Winfield Scott is open to hand-powered and electric motor boats only. Fishing for catfish, trout, perch, brim and bass is a popular activity. See the <a href="http://www.gofishgeorgia.com/" rel="nofollow">Georgia Department of Natural Resources</a> for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for the lake. A boat ramp and accessible fishing dock provide year-round lake access.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Lake Winfield Scott Beach includes a designated swimming area, picnic tables, a bathhouse, pavilions (by reservation only), a playground and trash bins. 
<br/><br/>
Day-use hiking trails are found within the recreation area, ideal for a short stroll. A 0.4-mile trail parallels the lakeshore. In addition, the 1-mile Jarrard Gap Trail and 2.7-mile Slaughter Creek Trail both begin within the recreation area and connect to the Appalachian Trail.
<br/><br/>
Lake Winfield Scott is open to hand-powered and electric motor boats only. Fishing for catfish, trout, perch, brim and bass is a popular activity. See the <a href="http://www.gofishgeorgia.com/" rel="nofollow">Georgia Department of Natural Resources</a> for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for the lake. A boat ramp and accessible fishing dock provide year-round lake access.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The recreation area includes 18-acre Lake Winfield Scott, which forms the headwaters of Cooper Creek. The lake was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.
<br/><br/>
A variety of wildlife makes its home in the surrounding forest, including deer, bear, wild turkey, grouse and songbirds.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Suches, Georgia is five miles southwest of the recreation area and offers a general store and fuel station. 
<br/><br/>
Blairsville, Georgia is 16 miles north on U.S. Highway 19/129 and offers the nearest full-service grocery stores and shopping villages.

LAKE WINFIELD SCOTT REC

Boat ramp

Accessible picnic area

Secondary kayak/canoe launch

Floating dock

Picnic area

Gatehouse

Beach

Day use

Lake Winfield Scott

Picnic areas

Playground

Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area

## Overview

Located within the Chattahoochee National Forest and veiled by the Mark Trail
Wilderness. This 13-site developed campground is as close as it gets to a
dispersed camping experience with amenities. This clandestine campground is
best known for its plethora of opportunities for camping, fishing, hiking,
hunting, and simply basking in the light of the natural world. Low Gap
Campground is another one of our campgrounds located only a few miles from
Georgia's much-loved vacation destination, the alpine village of Helen,
Georgia. A trip to this campground is sure to make memories, so be sure to
pack a camera and take some of those memories home with you.

## Recreation

The area is host to some of the most scenic views. Or you can take a drive
along FS 44 Road (Upper Chattahoochee River Road) and see some waterfalls that
are along the roadway and or others a short walk in nearby areas. If hiking is
in your plans the National Scenic A.T. has two main entry points near the
area. Other favorite nearby hiking areas are Ravens Cliff Falls, Dukes Creek
Falls, and Anna Ruby Falls. All are only a short drive from this campground.
If you like wetting fishing lines there is fishing is available in the
campground, and along the nearby Chattahoochee River, whose headwaters are in
the Mark Trail Wilderness. Be sure you are following the state fishing
licensing regulations. Drive in towards Helen and enjoy some rafting on the
river, swimming, and other activities.

## Facilities

The area is host to some of the most scenic views. Or you can take a drive
along FS 44 Road (Upper Chattahoochee River Road) and see some waterfalls that
are along the roadway and or others a short walk in nearby areas. If hiking is
in your plans the National Scenic A.T. has two main entry points near the
area. Other favorite nearby hiking areas are Ravens Cliff Falls, Dukes Creek
Falls, and Anna Ruby Falls. All are only a short drive from this campground.
If you like wetting fishing lines there is fishing is available in the
campground, and along the nearby Chattahoochee River, whose headwaters are in
the Mark Trail Wilderness. Be sure you are following the state fishing
licensing regulations. Drive in towards Helen and enjoy some rafting on the
river, swimming, and other activities.

## Natural Features

Low Gap Campground is located in the Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area of
the Chattahoochee National Forest. It is a place for exploration and wonder.
This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise
with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.

## Nearby Attractions

The alpine village of Helen, Georgia is located a few miles south of the
campground where there are a host of water and non-water activities for all to
enjoy. Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, and Ravens Cliff are all a short
distance away for those who love to hike. Other nearby recreation activities
include the National Scenic Appalachian Trail (A.T.) and over the gap is
Brasstown Bald the highest mountain peak in Georgia rising to 4784 feet above
sea level.

## Charges & Cancellations

If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel?

Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors
from using these sites. Planned changes to your stay should be made as far in
advance as possible. You can make changes to your reservation ahead of your
arrival date in My Reservations.

Changes

If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates,
there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees
for:

Adding or removing nights to your stay.

Changing to a different campsite.

Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.

Cancellations

You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled
arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:

$10 cancellation fee

Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)

Any previous change fees

Late cancellation penalties may also apply:

What is “Late”?

For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1
calendar day before your scheduled check-in. For cabins and group sites, a
late cancellation applies starting from midnight 14 calendar days or fewer
before your scheduled check-in.

Late Fee

In addition to the fees listed above, a late cancellation will also subtract
your first night's recreation use fee from any refund owed. As of the expected
check-in day, cancellations or changes to your stay are not possible through
My Reservations. It is at the facility's discretion to support additional Late
Cancellations, No Show, or Early Departure updates – on-site personnel may not
be able to assist. These changes carry penalties and may forfeit recreation
use fees. For additional details, please visit here

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Located within the Chattahoochee National Forest and veiled by the Mark Trail Wilderness. This 13-site developed campground is as close as it gets to a dispersed camping experience with amenities. This clandestine campground is best known for its plethora of opportunities for camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, and simply basking in the light of the natural world. Low Gap Campground is another one of our campgrounds located only a few miles from Georgia's much-loved vacation destination, the alpine village of Helen, Georgia. A trip to this campground is sure to make memories, so be sure to pack a camera and take some of those memories home with you.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The area is host to some of the most scenic views. Or you can take a drive along FS 44 Road (Upper Chattahoochee River Road) and see some waterfalls that are along the roadway and or others a short walk in nearby areas. If hiking is in your plans the National Scenic A.T. has two main entry points near the area. Other favorite nearby hiking areas are Ravens Cliff Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, and Anna Ruby Falls. All are only a short drive from this campground. If you like wetting fishing lines there is fishing is available in the campground, and along the nearby Chattahoochee River, whose headwaters are in the Mark Trail Wilderness. Be sure you are following the state fishing licensing regulations. Drive in towards Helen and enjoy some rafting on the river, swimming, and other activities.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The area is host to some of the most scenic views. Or you can take a drive along FS 44 Road (Upper Chattahoochee River Road) and see some waterfalls that are along the roadway and or others a short walk in nearby areas. If hiking is in your plans the National Scenic A.T. has two main entry points near the area. Other favorite nearby hiking areas are Ravens Cliff Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, and Anna Ruby Falls. All are only a short drive from this campground. If you like wetting fishing lines there is fishing is available in the campground, and along the nearby Chattahoochee River, whose headwaters are in the Mark Trail Wilderness. Be sure you are following the state fishing licensing regulations. Drive in towards Helen and enjoy some rafting on the river, swimming, and other activities.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Low Gap Campground is located in the Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area of the Chattahoochee National Forest. It is a place for exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The alpine village of Helen, Georgia is located a few miles south of the campground where there are a host of water and non-water activities for all to enjoy. Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, and Ravens Cliff are all a short distance away for those who love to hike. Other nearby recreation activities include the National Scenic Appalachian Trail (A.T.) and over the gap is Brasstown Bald the highest mountain peak in Georgia rising to 4784 feet above sea level.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel?</p>
<p>Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors from using these sites. Planned changes to your stay should be made as far in advance as possible. You can make changes to your reservation ahead of your arrival date in My Reservations.</p>
<p>Changes</p>
<p>If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees for:</p>
<p>Adding or removing nights to your stay.</p>
<p>Changing to a different campsite.</p>
<p>Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.</p>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:</p>
<p>$10 cancellation fee</p>
<p>Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)</p>
<p>Any previous change fees</p>
<p>Late cancellation penalties may also apply:</p>
<p>What is “Late”?</p>
<p>For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1 calendar day before your scheduled check-in. For cabins and group sites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 14 calendar days or fewer before your scheduled check-in.</p>
<p>Late Fee</p>
<p>In addition to the fees listed above, a late cancellation will also subtract your first night's recreation use fee from any refund owed. As of the expected check-in day, cancellations or changes to your stay are not possible through My Reservations. It is at the facility's discretion to support additional Late Cancellations, No Show, or Early Departure updates – on-site personnel may not be able to assist. These changes carry penalties and may forfeit recreation use fees. For additional details, please visit <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">here</a> </p>

**All camping is by Reservation Only. Please go to www.recreation.gov to book
your reservations or call (877) 444-6777.**

Low Gap Campground

## Overview

The Morganton Point Recreation Area is located in the Blue Ridge Ranger
District, within the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains. Pristine water and
scenic views draw visitors from around the state and region.

## Recreation

The Morganton Point Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation
opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all
centered around beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. The lake is open to motor boats and
jet skis, as well as non-motorized watercraft.  
  
Fishing in the 3,290-acre lake is a popular activity for visitors to the
Morganton Point Campground. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of bass and
other fish. Visitors are encouraged to check with the Georgia Department of
Natural Resources for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for
Lake Blue Ridge.  
  
Day-use hiking trails, including one that parallels the lakeshore, are ideal
for short, relaxing strolls through the forest. The Appalachian and Benton
MacKave trails pass through Fannin County and are easily accessed near the
campground.

## Facilities

The Morganton Point Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation
opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all
centered around beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. The lake is open to motor boats and
jet skis, as well as non-motorized watercraft.  
  
Fishing in the 3,290-acre lake is a popular activity for visitors to the
Morganton Point Campground. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of bass and
other fish. Visitors are encouraged to check with the Georgia Department of
Natural Resources for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for
Lake Blue Ridge.  
  
Day-use hiking trails, including one that parallels the lakeshore, are ideal
for short, relaxing strolls through the forest. The Appalachian and Benton
MacKave trails pass through Fannin County and are easily accessed near the
campground.

## Natural Features

The campground offers multiple sites adjacent to Lake Blue Ridge, in the
Chattahoochee National Forest.  
  
Lake Blue Ridge is known for its aquamarine waters surrounded by the forested
foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The 3,290-acre reservoir boasts over 60
miles of shoreline, with around 80% belonging to the Chattahoochee National
Forest.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest convenience store and gas station are located in Morganton, about
a mile north of the campground.  
  
The nearest full-service grocery stores and shopping villages are located in
Blue Ridge, approximately 15 minutes west along U.S. Highway 76.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Morganton Point Recreation Area is located in the Blue Ridge Ranger District, within the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains. Pristine water and scenic views draw visitors from around the state and region.

<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Morganton Point Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all centered around beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. The lake is open to motor boats and jet skis, as well as non-motorized watercraft.
<br/> <br/>
Fishing in the 3,290-acre lake is a popular activity for visitors to the Morganton Point Campground. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of bass and other fish. Visitors are encouraged to check with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for Lake Blue Ridge.
<br/> <br/>
Day-use hiking trails, including one that parallels the lakeshore, are ideal for short, relaxing strolls through the forest. The Appalachian and Benton MacKave trails pass through Fannin County and are easily accessed near the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Morganton Point Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking, all centered around beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. The lake is open to motor boats and jet skis, as well as non-motorized watercraft.
<br/> <br/>
Fishing in the 3,290-acre lake is a popular activity for visitors to the Morganton Point Campground. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of bass and other fish. Visitors are encouraged to check with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for Lake Blue Ridge.
<br/> <br/>
Day-use hiking trails, including one that parallels the lakeshore, are ideal for short, relaxing strolls through the forest. The Appalachian and Benton MacKave trails pass through Fannin County and are easily accessed near the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground offers multiple sites adjacent to Lake Blue Ridge, in the Chattahoochee National Forest.<br/><br/>
Lake Blue Ridge is known for its aquamarine waters surrounded by the forested foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The 3,290-acre reservoir boasts over 60 miles of shoreline, with around 80% belonging to the Chattahoochee National Forest.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearest convenience store and gas station are located in Morganton, about a mile north of the campground. <br/><br/>
The nearest full-service grocery stores and shopping villages are located in Blue Ridge, approximately 15 minutes west along U.S. Highway 76.

Standard Electric = $39.00  
Standard Electric Double = $50.00  
Standard Non Electric = $26.00

View from day use picnic area

Large Day Use Parking Lot

MORGANTON POINT

Beach view looking towards campground

Morganton Point

Lake Blue Ridge

Beach at Morganton Point on Lake Blue Ridge

MORGANTON POINT Boat Ramp

Boat trailer parking.

Picnic area adjacent to day use parking

Boat rental and retail area

## Overview

Nancytown is an excellent spot for families, fishermen, and picnickers to get
away and enjoy the outdoors. Nancytown Day Use and Trailhead

## Recreation

Visitors to the area enjoy river and stream fishing. The area has multiple
opportunities for anglers and is a great place to catch trout. Boating is also
popular on Nancytown Lake.  
  
The short and scenic Nancytown Trail begins at the nearby dam and circles the
lake. The day-use site also has access to the 6.2-mile Ladyslipper hiking and
horseback riding trail, as well as the Sourwood bike and hiking trail, which
is a 2.7-mile hike to several waterfalls.

## Facilities

Visitors to the area enjoy river and stream fishing. The area has multiple
opportunities for anglers and is a great place to catch trout. Boating is also
popular on Nancytown Lake.  
  
The short and scenic Nancytown Trail begins at the nearby dam and circles the
lake. The day-use site also has access to the 6.2-mile Ladyslipper hiking and
horseback riding trail, as well as the Sourwood bike and hiking trail, which
is a 2.7-mile hike to several waterfalls.

## Natural Features

The day use site is situated in the southeastern portion of the Chattahoochee
National Forest, at the northern point of Georgia. It is adjacent to Nancytown
Lake, which drains into the much larger Lake Russell.

## Nearby Attractions

Nancytown Day Use is located adjacent to, but not a part of the Lake Russell
Wildlife Management Area, near Cornelia, Georgia.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Nancytown is an excellent spot for families, fishermen, and picnickers to get away and enjoy the outdoors. <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP21152" rel="nofollow">Nancytown Day Use and Trailhead</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors to the area enjoy river and stream fishing. The area has multiple opportunities for anglers and is a great place to catch trout. Boating is also popular on Nancytown Lake.<br><br>The short and scenic Nancytown Trail begins at the nearby dam and circles the lake. The day-use site also has access to the 6.2-mile Ladyslipper hiking and horseback riding trail, as well as the Sourwood bike and hiking trail, which is a 2.7-mile hike to several waterfalls.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors to the area enjoy river and stream fishing. The area has multiple opportunities for anglers and is a great place to catch trout. Boating is also popular on Nancytown Lake.<br><br>The short and scenic Nancytown Trail begins at the nearby dam and circles the lake. The day-use site also has access to the 6.2-mile Ladyslipper hiking and horseback riding trail, as well as the Sourwood bike and hiking trail, which is a 2.7-mile hike to several waterfalls.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The day use site is situated in the southeastern portion of the Chattahoochee National Forest, at the northern point of Georgia. It is adjacent to Nancytown Lake, which drains into the much larger Lake Russell.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Nancytown Day Use is located adjacent to, but not a part of the Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area, near Cornelia, Georgia.</p>

Day Use Fees of $5.00 a day, no overnight camping.. Open year-round

NANCYTOWN DAY USE SHELTER

NANCYTOWN GROUP CAMPGROUND

Nancytown Day Use area

NANCYTOWN GROUP DAY USE

Nancytown Group Campground

## Overview

The Pocket Recreation Area is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National
Forest in the ridges and valleys of northwest Georgia. The campground sits in
a low lying geographical area between Horn and Mill mountains. This low lying
area was formed by limestone dissolving, leaving the ridges above and valleys
below. These ridges are rich in iron ore "pockets" giving this area its name.
Deer and turkeys thrive in the surrounding forest. Spring wildflowers and
autumn colors abound, showcasing the beauty of the region. Nearby trails and
overlooks allow visitors to enjoy the National Forest from different
perspectives.

The Pocket area is rich in cultural and historical history. In the mid-1800s
until the Great Depression in the 1930s, this area consisted of two
communities, Pocket and Zone. These communities consisted of farms, churches,
home places, a grist mill, a saw mill, and a general store. Between 1938 and
1942, the Pocket Recreation Area was the site of a thriving Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) work camp for Company 3435. The men of the CCC, under
the guidance of the U.S. Forest Service, had a tremendous impact on the area.
They were involved in building roads, bridges, erosion control, tree planting,
fighting wildfires, and the construction of recreation sites. The CCC played
an instrumental part in helping local farmers with erosion control and road
maintenance. Remnants of the camp can be found throughout the Pocket
Recreation Area. These remnants include foundations for buildings, drainage
trenches, retaining walls, and spring box in the picnic area.

Activities in the Pocket Recreation Area include camping, picnicking, hiking,
and trout fishing in nearby Johns Creek.

## Recreation

The Pocket Campground is a quiet campground which not only serves as a place
to rest and relax by the campfire, but serves as a base camp for activities
located within other parts of the National Forest.

Adjacent to the campground is the Pocket Picnic Area, complete with tables,
grills, a reservable picnic shelter, and a vault toilet. The trail heads for
the Pocket Loop Trail and Pocket Interpretive Trail are located in the picnic
area. A Civilian Conservation Corps spring box is located in the creek,
releasing cold water from deep below the surface. This is a great place to
wade and cool off during long summer days.

Hiking the 1.5 mile Pocket Interpretive Trail contains signs to provide an
educational walk through multiple types of habitat where an array of wildlife
and plant species can be found. The 2.5 mile Pocket Loop Trail provides a
similar, but longer experience, sharing some of the same tread with the
interpretive trail.

Trout fishing in Johns Creek (less than a mile away) is a great place to wet a
line and fill one's creel. Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply.

## Facilities

The Pocket Campground is a quiet campground which not only serves as a place
to rest and relax by the campfire, but serves as a base camp for activities
located within other parts of the National Forest.

Adjacent to the campground is the Pocket Picnic Area, complete with tables,
grills, a reservable picnic shelter, and a vault toilet. The trail heads for
the Pocket Loop Trail and Pocket Interpretive Trail are located in the picnic
area. A Civilian Conservation Corps spring box is located in the creek,
releasing cold water from deep below the surface. This is a great place to
wade and cool off during long summer days.

Hiking the 1.5 mile Pocket Interpretive Trail contains signs to provide an
educational walk through multiple types of habitat where an array of wildlife
and plant species can be found. The 2.5 mile Pocket Loop Trail provides a
similar, but longer experience, sharing some of the same tread with the
interpretive trail.

Trout fishing in Johns Creek (less than a mile away) is a great place to wet a
line and fill one's creel. Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply.

## Natural Features

Surrounded by the horseshoe ridges formed by Horn and Mill Mountains, the
Pocket Campground is located in a geographical region known as the Ridge and
Valley Province of Northwest Georgia, part of the Southern Appalachian
Mountains. This region consists of long narrow ridges, sweeping valleys,
creeks, streams, ponds, and waterfalls.

A small creek, locally known as Spring Branch (a tributary to nearby Johns
Creek) meanders through the recreation area, providing a cool relief in the
summer months. An informational interpretive loop trail and the Pocket Loop
Trail leads visitors through a mixed pine/oak forest, past a small wildlife
pond, and near wildlife food plots. This variety of natural features provides
habitat for deer, turkeys, a multitude of song birds, and aquatic life, such
as amphibians and beavers.

The Johns Mountain Overlook and the Keown Falls Picnic Area are found nearby.
These two beautiful recreation sites showcase the natural features of the
surrounding region.

## Nearby Attractions

**Johns Creek Trout Fishing Area:** A great place to go trout fishing managed
by the U.S. Forest Service and GA DNR with the help of Trout Unlimited.

Leaving the campground, turn left onto Pocket Road. After 1/4 mile stay right
at the Y. After 1 mile look for legal pull-offs for fishing access. (Georgia
DNR fishing regulations apply).

**Johns Mountain Overlook:** A U.S. Forest Service overlook where visitors can
view the Armuchee Valley and distant Taylor's Ridge.

Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 3 miles turn left
at the Johns Mountain Overlook entrance sign (Forest Service Road 208). Follow
FSR 208 for 2 miles to the overlook.

**Keown Falls Picnic Area and Trailhead:** A beautiful place to picnic with a
loop hike to Keown Falls. Best seen after rain.

Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 2 miles turn left
at the Keown Falls Trailhead entrance sign (Forest Service Road 702). Follow
FSR 702 for half a mile. The Keown Falls trail is a 3 mile loop trail. The
falls are about 1 miles when following the trail counter clockwise.

**Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range (Fee Area, see Recreation.gov
page**Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range**):** A U.S. Forest Service shooting
range to hone your shooting skills. You must provide your own firearm,
ammunition, and targets.

Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 4.6 miles turn
right onto Furnace Creek Road. After 2 miles on Furnace Creek Road, turn right
onto GA-136. Follow GA-136 for 5.7 miles. Turn left at the Chestnut Mountain
Shooting Range entrance sign (Forest Service Road 212). Follow FSR 212 for a
half mile.

**Houston Valley OHV Area (Fee Area, see Recreation.gov page****Houston Valley
OHV Area****):** A U.S. Forest Service ATV trail system. This is a designated
area with 25 miles of various levels of trails where visitors can legally ride
dirt bikes and ATVs (under 50 inches). On the Chattahoochee-Oconee National
Forest ATVs and dirt bikes are limited to designated OHV trails and not
allowed to be driven on roads designated as Forest Service Roads (**National
Forest Roads ARE NOT part of the county road system**). Visitors must provide
their own vehicles at this facility.

Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. Follow Pocket Road for
7.3 miles then turn left onto GA-136. After 1/10th of a mile turn right onto
GA-201. Follow GA-201 for approximately 5.5 miles and veer left onto Old
Ringgold Road. After approximately 5 miles turn left onto Houston Valley Road.
After 2 miles turn onto Capehart Road. Follow Capehart Road into the Houston
Valley OHV parking lot.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Pocket Recreation Area is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in the ridges and valleys of northwest Georgia.  The campground sits in a low lying geographical area between Horn and Mill mountains.  This low lying area was formed by limestone dissolving, leaving the ridges above and valleys below.  These ridges are rich in iron ore "pockets" giving this area its name.  Deer and turkeys thrive in the surrounding forest.  Spring wildflowers and autumn colors abound, showcasing the beauty of the region.  Nearby trails and overlooks allow visitors to enjoy the National Forest from different perspectives. </p>
<p>The Pocket area is rich in cultural and historical history.  In the mid-1800s until the Great Depression in the 1930s, this area consisted of two communities, Pocket and Zone.  These communities consisted of farms, churches, home places, a grist mill, a saw mill, and a general store.  Between 1938 and 1942, the Pocket Recreation Area was the site of a thriving Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) work camp for Company 3435.  The men of the CCC, under the guidance of the U.S. Forest Service, had a tremendous impact on the area.  They were involved in building roads, bridges, erosion control, tree planting, fighting wildfires, and the construction of recreation sites.  The CCC played an instrumental part in helping local farmers with erosion control and road maintenance.  Remnants of the camp can be found throughout the Pocket Recreation Area.  These remnants include foundations for buildings, drainage trenches, retaining walls, and spring box in the picnic area. </p>
<p>Activities in the Pocket Recreation Area include camping, picnicking, hiking, and trout fishing in nearby Johns Creek.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Pocket Campground is a quiet campground which not only serves as a place to rest and relax by the campfire, but serves as a base camp for activities located within other parts of the National Forest. </p>
<p>Adjacent to the campground is the Pocket Picnic Area, complete with tables, grills, a reservable picnic shelter, and a vault toilet.  The trail heads for the Pocket Loop Trail and Pocket Interpretive Trail are located in the picnic area.  A Civilian Conservation Corps spring box is located in the creek, releasing cold water from deep below the surface.  This is a great place to wade and cool off during long summer days. </p>
<p>Hiking the 1.5 mile Pocket Interpretive Trail contains signs to provide an educational walk through multiple types of habitat where an array of wildlife and plant species can be found.  The 2.5 mile Pocket Loop Trail provides a similar, but longer experience, sharing some of the same tread with the interpretive trail. </p>
<p>Trout fishing in Johns Creek (less than a mile away) is a great place to wet a line and fill one's creel.  Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Pocket Campground is a quiet campground which not only serves as a place to rest and relax by the campfire, but serves as a base camp for activities located within other parts of the National Forest. </p>
<p>Adjacent to the campground is the Pocket Picnic Area, complete with tables, grills, a reservable picnic shelter, and a vault toilet.  The trail heads for the Pocket Loop Trail and Pocket Interpretive Trail are located in the picnic area.  A Civilian Conservation Corps spring box is located in the creek, releasing cold water from deep below the surface.  This is a great place to wade and cool off during long summer days. </p>
<p>Hiking the 1.5 mile Pocket Interpretive Trail contains signs to provide an educational walk through multiple types of habitat where an array of wildlife and plant species can be found.  The 2.5 mile Pocket Loop Trail provides a similar, but longer experience, sharing some of the same tread with the interpretive trail. </p>
<p>Trout fishing in Johns Creek (less than a mile away) is a great place to wet a line and fill one's creel.  Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Surrounded by the horseshoe ridges formed by Horn and Mill Mountains, the Pocket Campground is located in a geographical region known as the Ridge and Valley Province of Northwest Georgia, part of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.  This region consists of long narrow ridges, sweeping valleys, creeks, streams, ponds, and waterfalls. </p>
<p>A small creek, locally known as Spring Branch (a tributary to nearby Johns Creek) meanders through the recreation area, providing a cool relief in the summer months.  An informational interpretive loop trail and the Pocket Loop Trail leads visitors through a mixed pine/oak forest, past a small wildlife pond, and near wildlife food plots. This variety of natural features provides habitat for deer, turkeys, a multitude of song birds, and aquatic life, such as amphibians and beavers. </p>
<p>The Johns Mountain Overlook and the Keown Falls Picnic Area are found nearby.  These two beautiful recreation sites showcase the natural features of the surrounding region.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p><strong>Johns Creek Trout Fishing Area: </strong> A great place to go trout fishing managed by the U.S. Forest Service and GA DNR with the help of Trout Unlimited.</p>
<p>Leaving the campground, turn left onto Pocket Road.  After 1/4 mile stay right at the Y.  After 1 mile look for legal pull-offs for fishing access. (Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply). </p>
<p><strong>Johns Mountain Overlook:</strong> A U.S. Forest Service overlook where visitors can view the Armuchee Valley and distant Taylor's Ridge.</p>
<p>Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road.  After 3 miles turn left at the Johns Mountain Overlook entrance sign (Forest Service Road 208).  Follow FSR 208 for 2 miles to the overlook.  </p>
<p><strong>Keown Falls Picnic Area and Trailhead:</strong>  A beautiful place to picnic with a loop hike to Keown Falls.  Best seen after rain.</p>
<p>Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road.  After 2 miles turn left at the Keown Falls Trailhead entrance sign (Forest Service Road 702).  Follow FSR 702 for half a mile.  The Keown Falls trail is a 3 mile loop trail.  The falls are about 1 miles when following the trail counter clockwise. </p>
<p><strong>Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range (Fee Area, see Recreation.gov page </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/9b26cdb8-77c3-11eb-85f2-9a53ea04ed79" rel="nofollow">Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range</a><strong>):</strong>  A U.S. Forest Service shooting range to hone your shooting skills.  You must provide your own firearm, ammunition, and targets.  </p>
<p>Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 4.6 miles turn right onto Furnace Creek Road.  After 2 miles on Furnace Creek Road, turn right onto GA-136.  Follow GA-136 for 5.7 miles.  Turn left at the Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range entrance sign (Forest Service Road 212).  Follow FSR 212 for a half mile.   </p>
<p><strong>Houston Valley OHV Area (Fee Area, see Recreation.gov page </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP21150" rel="nofollow"><strong>Houston Valley OHV Area</strong></a><strong>):</strong>  A U.S. Forest Service ATV trail system.  This is a designated area with 25 miles of various levels of trails where visitors can legally ride dirt bikes and ATVs (under 50 inches).  On the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest ATVs and dirt bikes are limited to designated OHV trails and not allowed to be driven on roads designated as Forest Service Roads (<strong>National Forest Roads ARE NOT part of the county road system</strong>).  Visitors must provide their own vehicles at this facility.</p>
<p>Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road.  Follow Pocket Road for 7.3 miles then turn left onto GA-136.  After 1/10th of a mile turn right onto GA-201.  Follow GA-201 for approximately 5.5 miles and veer left onto Old Ringgold Road.  After approximately 5 miles turn left onto Houston Valley Road.  After 2 miles turn onto Capehart Road.  Follow Capehart Road into the Houston Valley OHV parking lot.</p>

Pocket Campground

## Overview

Pocket Picnic Shelter is a reservable shelter in the Pocket Recreation Area
located in Armuchee, Ga. The shelter is a great location to hold family get
togethers, birthday parties, work luncheons, retirement parties, or any other
celebration one can think of.

The Pocket Recreation Area is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National
Forest in the ridges and valleys of northwest Georgia. The shelter sits in a
low lying geographical area between Horn and Mill mountains. This low lying
area was formed by limestone dissolving, leaving the ridges above and valleys
below. These ridges are rich in iron ore "pockets" giving this area its name.
Deer and turkeys thrive in the surrounding forest. Spring wildflowers and
autumn colors abound, showcasing the beauty of the region. Nearby trails and
overlooks allow visitors to enjoy the National Forest from different
perspectives.

The Pocket area is rich in cultural and historical history. In the mid-1800s
until the Great Depression in the 1930s, this area consisted of two
communities, Pocket and Zone. These communities consisted of farms, churches,
home places, a grist mill, a saw mill, and a general store. Between 1938 and
1942, the Pocket Recreation Area was the site of a thriving Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) work camp for Company 3435. The men of the CCC, under
the guidance of the U.S. Forest Service, had a tremendous impact on the area.
They were involved in building roads, bridges, erosion control, tree planting,
and the construction of recreation sites. The CCC played an instrumental part
in helping local farmers with erosion control and road maintenance. Remnants
of the camp can be found throughout the Pocket Recreation Area. These remnants
include foundations for buildings, drainange trenches, and the retaining walls
and spring box in the picnic area.

Activities in the Pocket Recreation Area include camping, picnicking, hiking,
and trout fishing in nearby Johns Creek.

## Recreation

The Pocket Picnic Shelter is located in the Pocket Picnic Area, part of the
Pocket Recreation Area. The Pocket Recreation Area consists of the picnic
shelter, a picnic area, and a campground. Camping, picnicking, hiking,
birding, and wildflower viewing are all popular activities in the area.

The trail heads for the Pocket Loop Trail and Pocket Interpretive Trail are
located in the picnic area. A Civilian Conservation Corps spring box is
located in the creek, releasing cold water from deep below the surface. This
is a great place to wade and cool off during long summer days.

Hiking the 1.5 mile Pocket Interpretive Trail contains signs to provide an
educational walk through multiple types of habitat where an array of wildlife
and plant species can be found. The 2.5 mile Pocket Loop Trail provides a
similar, but longer experience, sharing some of the same tread with the
interpretive trail.

Visitors also enjoy the 3.5-mile Pocket Foot Trail that loops between the
picnic area and a nearby campground. Interpretive signs are placed along the
route, including a brief description of the area. It is a relatively wide path
and a nice, easy walk.

Trout fishing in Johns Creek (less than a mile away) is a great place to wet a
line and fill one's creel. Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply.

The Pocket Campground is adjacent to the picnic area. Information on the
Pocket Campground can be found here: Pocket Campground

More information about the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest and other
recreational activities can be found here: Chattahoochee-Oconee National
Forest

## Facilities

The Pocket Picnic Shelter is located in the Pocket Picnic Area, part of the
Pocket Recreation Area. The Pocket Recreation Area consists of the picnic
shelter, a picnic area, and a campground. Camping, picnicking, hiking,
birding, and wildflower viewing are all popular activities in the area.

The trail heads for the Pocket Loop Trail and Pocket Interpretive Trail are
located in the picnic area. A Civilian Conservation Corps spring box is
located in the creek, releasing cold water from deep below the surface. This
is a great place to wade and cool off during long summer days.

Hiking the 1.5 mile Pocket Interpretive Trail contains signs to provide an
educational walk through multiple types of habitat where an array of wildlife
and plant species can be found. The 2.5 mile Pocket Loop Trail provides a
similar, but longer experience, sharing some of the same tread with the
interpretive trail.

Visitors also enjoy the 3.5-mile Pocket Foot Trail that loops between the
picnic area and a nearby campground. Interpretive signs are placed along the
route, including a brief description of the area. It is a relatively wide path
and a nice, easy walk.

Trout fishing in Johns Creek (less than a mile away) is a great place to wet a
line and fill one's creel. Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply.

The Pocket Campground is adjacent to the picnic area. Information on the
Pocket Campground can be found here: Pocket Campground

More information about the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest and other
recreational activities can be found here: Chattahoochee-Oconee National
Forest

## Natural Features

The Pocket Picnic Shelter is located off the Ridge and Valley Scenic Byway in
northwest, Ga.

Surrounded by the horseshoe ridges formed by Horn and Mill Mountains, the
Pocket is located in a geographical region known as the Ridge and Valley
Province of Northwest Georgia, part of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
This region consists of long narrow ridges, sweeping valleys, creeks, streams,
ponds, and waterfalls.

A small creek, locally known as Spring Branch (a tributary to nearby Johns
Creek) meanders through the recreation area, providing a cool relief in the
summer months. An informational interpretive loop trail and the Pocket Loop
Trail leads visitors through a mixed pine/oak forest, past a small wildlife
pond, and near wildlife food plots. This variety of natural features provides
habitat for deer, turkeys, a multitude of song birds, and aquatic life, such
as amphibians and beavers.

The Johns Mountain Overlook and the Keown Falls Picnic Area are found nearby.
These two beautiful recreation sites showcase the natural features of the
surrounding region.

## Nearby Attractions

**Johns Creek Trout Fishing Area:** A great place to go trout fishing managed
by the U.S. Forest Service and GA DNR with the help of Trout Unlimited.

Leaving the campground, turn left onto Pocket Road. After 1/4 mile stay right
at the Y. After 1 mile look for legal pull-offs for fishing access. (Georgia
DNR fishing regulations apply).

**Johns Mountain Overlook:** A U.S. Forest Service overlook where visitors can
view the Armuchee Valley and distant Taylor's Ridge.

Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 3 miles turn left
at the Johns Mountain Overlook entrance sign (Forest Service Road 208). Follow
FSR 208 for 2 miles to the overlook.

**Keown Falls Picnic Area and Trailhead:** A beautiful place to picnic with a
loop hike to Keown Falls. Best seen after rain.

Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 2 miles turn left
at the Keown Falls Trailhead entrance sign (Forest Service Road 702). Follow
FSR 702 for half a mile. The Keown Falls trail is a 3 mile loop trail. The
falls are about 1 miles when following the trail counter clockwise.

**Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range (Fee Area, see Recreation.gov
page****Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range****):** A U.S. Forest Service
shooting range to hone your shooting skills. You must provide your own
firearm, ammunition, and targets.

Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 4.6 miles turn
right onto Furnace Creek Road. After 2 miles on Furnace Creek Road, turn right
onto GA-136. Follow GA-136 for 5.7 miles. Turn left at the Chestnut Mountain
Shooting Range entrance sign (Forest Service Road 212). Follow FSR 212 for a
half mile.

**Houston Valley OHV Area (Fee Area, see Recreation.gov page****Houston Valley
OHV Area****):** A U.S. Forest Service ATV trail system. This is a designated
area with 25 miles of various levels of trails where visitors can legally ride
dirt bikes and ATVs (under 50 inches). On the Chattahoochee-Oconee National
Forest ATVs and dirt bikes are limited to designated OHV trails and not
allowed to be driven on roads designated as Forest Service Roads (National
Forest Roads ARE NOT part of the county road system). Visitors must provide
their own vehicles at this facility.

Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. Follow Pocket Road for
7.3 miles then turn left onto GA-136. After 1/10th of a mile turn right onto
GA-201. Follow GA-201 for approximately 5.5 miles and veer left onto Old
Ringgold Road. After approximately 5 miles turn left onto Houston Valley Road.
After 2 miles turn onto Capehart Road. Follow Capehart Road into the Houston
Valley OHV parking lot.

The closest town is Dalton, Georgia, which is about 25 miles east of the
picnic area. Dalton has numerous grocery stores, restaurants and gas stations
available.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Pocket Picnic Shelter is a reservable shelter in the Pocket Recreation Area located in Armuchee, Ga.  The shelter is a great location to hold family get togethers, birthday parties, work luncheons, retirement parties, or any other celebration one can think of.</p>

<p>The Pocket Recreation Area is located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in the ridges and valleys of northwest Georgia. The shelter sits in a low lying geographical area between Horn and Mill mountains. This low lying area was formed by limestone dissolving, leaving the ridges above and valleys below. These ridges are rich in iron ore "pockets" giving this area its name. Deer and turkeys thrive in the surrounding forest. Spring wildflowers and autumn colors abound, showcasing the beauty of the region. Nearby trails and overlooks allow visitors to enjoy the National Forest from different perspectives. </p>

<p>The Pocket area is rich in cultural and historical history. In the mid-1800s until the Great Depression in the 1930s, this area consisted of two communities, Pocket and Zone. These communities consisted of farms, churches, home places, a grist mill, a saw mill, and a general store. Between 1938 and 1942, the Pocket Recreation Area was the site of a thriving Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) work camp for Company 3435. The men of the CCC, under the guidance of the U.S. Forest Service, had a tremendous impact on the area. They were involved in building roads, bridges, erosion control, tree planting, and the construction of recreation sites. The CCC played an instrumental part in helping local farmers with erosion control and road maintenance. Remnants of the camp can be found throughout the Pocket Recreation Area. These remnants include foundations for buildings, drainange trenches, and the retaining walls and spring box in the picnic area. </p>

<p>Activities in the Pocket Recreation Area include camping, picnicking, hiking, and trout fishing in nearby Johns Creek.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Pocket Picnic Shelter is located in the Pocket Picnic Area, part of the Pocket Recreation Area.  The Pocket Recreation Area consists of the picnic shelter, a picnic area, and a campground.  Camping, picnicking, hiking, birding, and wildflower viewing are all popular activities in the area. </p>

<p>The trail heads for the Pocket Loop Trail and Pocket Interpretive Trail are located in the picnic area. A Civilian Conservation Corps spring box is located in the creek, releasing cold water from deep below the surface. This is a great place to wade and cool off during long summer days.  </p>

<p>Hiking the 1.5 mile Pocket Interpretive Trail contains signs to provide an educational walk through multiple types of habitat where an array of wildlife and plant species can be found. The 2.5 mile Pocket Loop Trail provides a similar, but longer experience, sharing some of the same tread with the interpretive trail.   </p>

<p>Visitors also enjoy the 3.5-mile Pocket Foot Trail that loops between the picnic area and a nearby campground. Interpretive signs are placed along the route, including a brief description of the area. It is a relatively wide path and a nice, easy walk.</p>

<p>Trout fishing in Johns Creek (less than a mile away) is a great place to wet a line and fill one's creel. Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Pocket Campground is adjacent to the picnic area.  Information on the Pocket Campground can be found here:  <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10296890?tab=info" rel="nofollow">Pocket Campground</a>  </p>
<p>More information about the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest and other recreational activities can be found here:  <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/conf" rel="nofollow">Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest</a> </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Pocket Picnic Shelter is located in the Pocket Picnic Area, part of the Pocket Recreation Area.  The Pocket Recreation Area consists of the picnic shelter, a picnic area, and a campground.  Camping, picnicking, hiking, birding, and wildflower viewing are all popular activities in the area. </p>

<p>The trail heads for the Pocket Loop Trail and Pocket Interpretive Trail are located in the picnic area. A Civilian Conservation Corps spring box is located in the creek, releasing cold water from deep below the surface. This is a great place to wade and cool off during long summer days.  </p>

<p>Hiking the 1.5 mile Pocket Interpretive Trail contains signs to provide an educational walk through multiple types of habitat where an array of wildlife and plant species can be found. The 2.5 mile Pocket Loop Trail provides a similar, but longer experience, sharing some of the same tread with the interpretive trail.   </p>

<p>Visitors also enjoy the 3.5-mile Pocket Foot Trail that loops between the picnic area and a nearby campground. Interpretive signs are placed along the route, including a brief description of the area. It is a relatively wide path and a nice, easy walk.</p>

<p>Trout fishing in Johns Creek (less than a mile away) is a great place to wet a line and fill one's creel. Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Pocket Campground is adjacent to the picnic area.  Information on the Pocket Campground can be found here:  <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10296890?tab=info" rel="nofollow">Pocket Campground</a>  </p>
<p>More information about the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest and other recreational activities can be found here:  <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/conf" rel="nofollow">Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest</a> </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Pocket Picnic Shelter is located off the Ridge and Valley Scenic Byway in northwest, Ga.</p>

<p>Surrounded by the horseshoe ridges formed by Horn and Mill Mountains, the Pocket is located in a geographical region known as the Ridge and Valley Province of Northwest Georgia, part of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. This region consists of long narrow ridges, sweeping valleys, creeks, streams, ponds, and waterfalls. </p>

<p>A small creek, locally known as Spring Branch (a tributary to nearby Johns Creek) meanders through the recreation area, providing a cool relief in the summer months. An informational interpretive loop trail and the Pocket Loop Trail leads visitors through a mixed pine/oak forest, past a small wildlife pond, and near wildlife food plots. This variety of natural features provides habitat for deer, turkeys, a multitude of song birds, and aquatic life, such as amphibians and beavers. </p>

<p>The Johns Mountain Overlook and the Keown Falls Picnic Area are found nearby. These two beautiful recreation sites showcase the natural features of the surrounding region.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p><strong>Johns Creek Trout Fishing Area:</strong> A great place to go trout fishing managed by the U.S. Forest Service and GA DNR with the help of Trout Unlimited.</p>

<p>Leaving the campground, turn left onto Pocket Road. After 1/4 mile stay right at the Y. After 1 mile look for legal pull-offs for fishing access. (Georgia DNR fishing regulations apply). </p>

<p><strong>Johns Mountain Overlook:</strong> A U.S. Forest Service overlook where visitors can view the Armuchee Valley and distant Taylor's Ridge.</p>

<p>Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 3 miles turn left at the Johns Mountain Overlook entrance sign (Forest Service Road 208). Follow FSR 208 for 2 miles to the overlook.  </p>

<p><strong>Keown Falls Picnic Area and Trailhead:</strong> A beautiful place to picnic with a loop hike to Keown Falls. Best seen after rain.</p>

<p>Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 2 miles turn left at the Keown Falls Trailhead entrance sign (Forest Service Road 702). Follow FSR 702 for half a mile. The Keown Falls trail is a 3 mile loop trail. The falls are about 1 miles when following the trail counter clockwise. </p>

<p><strong>Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range (Fee Area, see Recreation.gov page </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/9b26cdb8-77c3-11eb-85f2-9a53ea04ed79" rel="nofollow"><strong>Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range</strong></a><strong> ):</strong> A U.S. Forest Service shooting range to hone your shooting skills. You must provide your own firearm, ammunition, and targets.  </p>

<p>Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. After 4.6 miles turn right onto Furnace Creek Road. After 2 miles on Furnace Creek Road, turn right onto GA-136. Follow GA-136 for 5.7 miles. Turn left at the Chestnut Mountain Shooting Range entrance sign (Forest Service Road 212). Follow FSR 212 for a half mile.   </p>

<p><strong>Houston Valley OHV Area (Fee Area, see Recreation.gov page </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP21150" rel="nofollow"><strong>Houston Valley OHV Area</strong></a><strong> ):</strong> A U.S. Forest Service ATV trail system. This is a designated area with 25 miles of various levels of trails where visitors can legally ride dirt bikes and ATVs (under 50 inches). On the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest ATVs and dirt bikes are limited to designated OHV trails and not allowed to be driven on roads designated as Forest Service Roads (National Forest Roads ARE NOT part of the county road system). Visitors must provide their own vehicles at this facility.</p>

<p>Leaving the campground, turn right onto Pocket Road. Follow Pocket Road for 7.3 miles then turn left onto GA-136. After 1/10th of a mile turn right onto GA-201. Follow GA-201 for approximately 5.5 miles and veer left onto Old Ringgold Road. After approximately 5 miles turn left onto Houston Valley Road. After 2 miles turn onto Capehart Road. Follow Capehart Road into the Houston Valley OHV parking lot.</p>

<p>The closest town is Dalton, Georgia, which is about 25 miles east of the picnic area. Dalton has numerous grocery stores, restaurants and gas stations available.</p>

Parking fee of $5 per vehicle in addition to shelter reservation fee of $35.

POCKET PICNIC SHELTER

Pocket Picnic Shelter

## Overview

Whether you plan your trip during the rebirth of Spring or later in the year
during the display of the prominent North Georgia Fall colors, this 13-site
developed campground is sure to heighten the innate beauty of the season.
Graced with various species of hardwoods and resting on the shore of Tallulah
River, Sandy Bottoms provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast
to camp, swim, fish, or just enjoy the scenery.

## Recreation

Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy
walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah
River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah
River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some
great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek
Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an
easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for
approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area
for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion
of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.

## Facilities

Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy
walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah
River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah
River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some
great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek
Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an
easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for
approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area
for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion
of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.

## Natural Features

Natural Features: Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground is located in the
Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This
National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with
its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby
Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level.
Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to
hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational
Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild
and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak
possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your
time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a
close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the
water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive,
you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village
in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby
Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun.
While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald
the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Whether you plan your trip during the rebirth of Spring or later in the year during the display of the prominent North Georgia Fall colors, this 13-site developed campground is sure to heighten the innate beauty of the season. Graced with various species of hardwoods and resting on the shore of Tallulah River, Sandy Bottoms provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish, or just enjoy the scenery. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Natural Features: Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level. Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive, you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun. While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.</p>

Camping is all First Come, First Serve in 2024. In 2025 it will be moved over
to reservations only. A new option this year for payment at the campground
Scan and Pay. Now if you have downloaded the recreation.gov app on your mobile
device you have a choice for payment of your site: cash, check, or Scan and
Pay with your pre-loaded credit card. Scan and Pay will go away in 2025 with
the conversion to reservations.

Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground  (Clayton, GA)

## Overview

Extending the same primitive feel as its neighboring West Fork Campground and
the Chattooga River, Sarah's Creek 22-site developed campground offers a
tranquil escape, a place to relax, and perhaps a chance to throw in a line to
catch a few fish.

## Recreation

Sarah's Creek Campground is in another unique area in the Chattahoochee
National Forest. You can enjoy walking along the number of creeks or the
Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. If some water activities are on your mind the
Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and
kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy
your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are
also a close drive. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the
Warwoman Road and find yourself at many trailheads all depending on what type
and how long you want your hiking adventure to be. Along with the beautiful
Wild and Scenic River at the back door, the area has many hiking trails
nearby. Bartram Trail, Chattooga River Trail, 3-Forks Trail, and Holcomb Creek
Trail are all in the area, along with a host of waterfalls, and views abound.
The state-managed Warwoman Wildlife Management Area is just a few miles to the
west and to the northwest of this campground is Rabun Bald the second-highest
peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above sea level. Darnell Creek Horse
Trail is located west of the campground with the Warwoman Wildlife Management
area for horse and mountain bike riding.

## Facilities

Sarah's Creek Campground is in another unique area in the Chattahoochee
National Forest. You can enjoy walking along the number of creeks or the
Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. If some water activities are on your mind the
Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and
kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy
your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are
also a close drive. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the
Warwoman Road and find yourself at many trailheads all depending on what type
and how long you want your hiking adventure to be. Along with the beautiful
Wild and Scenic River at the back door, the area has many hiking trails
nearby. Bartram Trail, Chattooga River Trail, 3-Forks Trail, and Holcomb Creek
Trail are all in the area, along with a host of waterfalls, and views abound.
The state-managed Warwoman Wildlife Management Area is just a few miles to the
west and to the northwest of this campground is Rabun Bald the second-highest
peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above sea level. Darnell Creek Horse
Trail is located west of the campground with the Warwoman Wildlife Management
area for horse and mountain bike riding.

## Natural Features

Sarah's Creek Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a
place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and
is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains,
and rolling hills.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby
Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level.
Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to
hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational
Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild
and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak
possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your
time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a
close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the
water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive,
you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village
in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby
Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun.
While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald
the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Extending the same primitive feel as its neighboring West Fork Campground and the Chattooga River, Sarah's Creek 22-site developed campground offers a tranquil escape, a place to relax, and perhaps a chance to throw in a line to catch a few fish.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Sarah's Creek Campground is in another unique area in the Chattahoochee National Forest. You can enjoy walking along the number of creeks or the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive.  If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Warwoman Road and find yourself at many trailheads all depending on what type and how long you want your hiking adventure to be. Along with the beautiful Wild and Scenic River at the back door, the area has many hiking trails nearby. Bartram Trail, Chattooga River Trail, 3-Forks Trail, and Holcomb Creek Trail are all in the area, along with a host of waterfalls, and views abound. The state-managed Warwoman Wildlife Management Area is just a few miles to the west and to the northwest of this campground is Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above sea level. Darnell Creek Horse Trail is located west of the campground with the Warwoman Wildlife Management area for horse and mountain bike riding.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Sarah's Creek Campground is in another unique area in the Chattahoochee National Forest. You can enjoy walking along the number of creeks or the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive.  If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Warwoman Road and find yourself at many trailheads all depending on what type and how long you want your hiking adventure to be. Along with the beautiful Wild and Scenic River at the back door, the area has many hiking trails nearby. Bartram Trail, Chattooga River Trail, 3-Forks Trail, and Holcomb Creek Trail are all in the area, along with a host of waterfalls, and views abound. The state-managed Warwoman Wildlife Management Area is just a few miles to the west and to the northwest of this campground is Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above sea level. Darnell Creek Horse Trail is located west of the campground with the Warwoman Wildlife Management area for horse and mountain bike riding.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Sarah's Creek Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level. Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive, you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun. While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.</p>

All camping is on First Come, First Serve only. Payment is on-site by cash,
check, or credit card using the Scan and Pay App on your mobile device.
Download the recreation.gov app before heading to your favorite site. Once you
arrive and find your site you can scan the bar code at the site that will take
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It will still get you in the system for the site and will charge your card
once you are back in a service area.

Sarah's Creek Campground  (Clayton, GA)

## Overview

At an elevation of 2080 ft, on the banks of Tallulah River, this campground is
a favorite. If you like hiking, the Coleman River Trails is 0.03 miles from
the campground entrance off Tallulah River Road. There are many ways to enjoy
the outdoors and nature and so many are available in the area of this
campground. The Tallulah River is routinely stocked with Rainbow Trout by the
Georgia Dept of Natural Resources (DNR). There is an annual Kid's Fishing
Rodeo held at this campground in June.

## Recreation

Tallulah River Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the
Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is
what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate
City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the
end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in
the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go
the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 0.03 miles to
bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail
a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that
flows with the Tallulah River.

## Facilities

Tallulah River Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the
Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is
what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate
City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the
end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in
the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go
the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 0.03 miles to
bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail
a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that
flows with the Tallulah River.

## Natural Features

Tallulah River Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a
place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and
is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains,
and rolling hills.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby
Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level.
Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to
hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational
Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild
and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak
possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your
time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a
close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the
water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive,
you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village
in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby
Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun.
While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald
the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.

## Charges & Cancellations

If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel?

Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors
from using these sites. Planned changes to your stay should be made as far in
advance as possible. You can make changes to your reservation ahead of your
arrival date in My Reservations.

Changes

If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates,
there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees
for:

• Adding or removing nights to your stay.

• Changing to a different campsite.

Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.

Cancellations

You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled
arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:

• $10 cancellation fee

• Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)

• Any previous change fees

Late cancellation penalties may also apply:

What is “Late”?

For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1
calendar day before your scheduled check-in. For cabins and group sites, a
late cancellation applies starting from midnight 14 calendar days or fewer
before your scheduled check-in.

Late Fee

In addition to the fees listed above, a late cancellation will also subtract
your first night's recreation use fee from any refund owed. As of the expected
check-in day, cancellations or changes to your stay are not possible through
My Reservations. It is at the facility's discretion to support additional Late
Cancellations, No Show, or Early Departure updates – on-site personnel may not
be able to assist. These changes carry penalties and may forfeit recreation
use fees. For additional details, please visit here:

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>At an elevation of 2080 ft, on the banks of Tallulah River, this campground is a favorite. If you like hiking, the Coleman River Trails is 0.03 miles from the campground entrance off Tallulah River Road. There are many ways to enjoy the outdoors and nature and so many are available in the area of this campground. The Tallulah River is routinely stocked with Rainbow Trout by the Georgia Dept of Natural Resources (DNR). There is an annual Kid's Fishing Rodeo held at this campground in June. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Tallulah River Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 0.03 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Tallulah River Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 0.03 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Tallulah River Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level. Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive, you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun. While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel?</p>
<p>Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors from using these sites. Planned changes to your stay should be made as far in advance as possible. You can make changes to your reservation ahead of your arrival date in My Reservations.</p>
<p>Changes</p>
<p>If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees for:</p>
<p>•	Adding or removing nights to your stay.</p>
<p>•	Changing to a different campsite.</p>
<p>Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.</p>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:</p>
<p>•	$10 cancellation fee</p>
<p>•	Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)</p>
<p>•	Any previous change fees</p>
<p>Late cancellation penalties may also apply:</p>
<p>What is “Late”?</p>
<p>For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1 calendar day before your scheduled check-in. For cabins and group sites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 14 calendar days or fewer before your scheduled check-in.</p>
<p>Late Fee</p>
<p>In addition to the fees listed above, a late cancellation will also subtract your first night's recreation use fee from any refund owed. As of the expected check-in day, cancellations or changes to your stay are not possible through My Reservations. It is at the facility's discretion to support additional Late Cancellations, No Show, or Early Departure updates – on-site personnel may not be able to assist. These changes carry penalties and may forfeit recreation use fees. For additional details, please visit here:</p>

All payments for the reservable sites are only accepted through
recreation.gov.

Tallulah River Campground

## Overview

This much-admired 17-site developed campground is sure to heighten the innate
beauty of any season. Graced with various species of hardwoods and resting on
the shore of Tallulah River, Tate Branch Campground provides a rustic
experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish, or enjoy the
scenery.

## Recreation

Tate Branch Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the
Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is
what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate
City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the
end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in
the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go
the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge
#1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1
in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows
with the Tallulah River.

## Facilities

Tate Branch Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the
Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is
what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate
City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the
end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in
the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go
the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge
#1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1
in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows
with the Tallulah River.

## Natural Features

Tate Branch Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a
place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and
is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains,
and rolling hills.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby
Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level.
Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to
hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational
Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild
and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak
possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your
time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a
close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the
water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive,
you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village
in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby
Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun.
While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald
the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This much-admired 17-site developed campground is sure to heighten the innate beauty of any season. Graced with various species of hardwoods and resting on the shore of Tallulah River, Tate Branch Campground provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish, or enjoy the scenery.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Tate Branch Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Tate Branch Campground is in a unique area. You can enjoy walking along the Tallulah River. Fishing is a popular sport in the Tallulah River. If a hike is what you desire, take a short drive along the Tallulah River Road through Tate City to the end of the road, which not only has some great views but at the end of the road is Beech Creek Trail and Buck Creek Trail both are found in the Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area. Looking for an easier hike, you can go the other direction on Tallulah River Road for approximately 5 miles to bridge #1 where you will find a small parking area for the Coleman River Trail a 1.1 in and out trail that runs along a portion of the Coleman River that flows with the Tallulah River.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Tate Branch Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Visitors to the campground can enjoy scenic drives when going to visit nearby Rabun Bald the second-highest peak in Georgia at 4696 ft above sea level. Continue your exploring and you can find many waterfalls to see and trails to hike. One of the longest trails in the area is the National Recreational Bartram Trail. If some water activities are on your mind the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River has fishing, whitewater rafting, canoe, and kayak possibilities with outfitter and guide services available if you enjoy your time on the river. Tallulah Gorge State Park and historic Lakemont are also a close drive. Lake Rabun and Lake Burton are great places to put a boat in the water and enjoy those memories you are ready to make. Within an hour's drive, you can spend some time visiting the city of Helen a beautiful alpine village in White County if you find yourself there be sure and stop by Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Ravens Cliff Wilderness for more hiking fun. While in the neighborhood a short drive around will find you at Brasstown Bald the highest peak in Georgia rising to 4784 ft above sea level.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.

Tate Branch Campground  (Clayton, GA)

## Overview

This small campground is located along the banks of the Toccoa River just
south of Blue Ridge, GA. This recreation area is the take-out for the 13.8
mile Toccoa River Canoe Trail. The recreation area offers camping, fishing and
a canoe take-out.

Same day Reservations are accepted. Quiet hours 10pm to 6 am. Sandy Bottoms
provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish or
just to sit back and enjoy the scenery.

## Nearby Attractions

Blue Ridge, Georgia is a mountain town in northern Georgia within 20 minutes
of Deep Hole Recreation Area. Exhibitions and shows at the Art Center and the
Blue Ridge Community Theater highlight the work of the town’s thriving
artistic community. Craft breweries and restaurants dot the downtown. Antique
trains head to nearby mountain villages along the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway.
Trails run through the Chattahoochee National Forest to Long Creek and Fall
Branch waterfalls.

Mercier Orchards is an attraction that you must visit. This is a family-owned
and operated apple orchard now in its 4th generation. Started back in 1943 by
Bill & Adele Mercier. Mercier Orchards is now celebrating over 75 years of
fruitful harvest! The combination of their U-PICK events, Bakery & Market
Cafe, Market Store, and now their Farm Winery makes them a great choice for a
day trip by yourself or with the family! Spend the day experiencing what makes
them unique! They're constantly improving products and the store will give you
the best experience that they can possibly offer.

They currently grow strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches,
nectarines, and apples! Be sure to check out their upcoming events to see
what’s going on at the orchard!

COOPER CREEK STORE IS WITHIN 5MINS FROM DEEP HOLE. THEY HAVE ALL YOUR CAMPING
SUPPLY NEEDS. ONCE YOU REACH HWY 60 EXITING THE CAMPGROUND, TURN RIGHT AND
IT'S ABOUT A HALF A MILE ON THE RIGHT.

Check Out These Areas As Well:

The Tennessee Overhill including the Ducktown Basin Museum, Ocoee Whitewater
Center, Ocoee Scenic Byway, and Hiwassee Rail Adventures in Etowah.

North Carolina - Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy and John C.
Campbell Folk School in Brasstown.

Check Out These Areas As Well:

The Tennessee Overhill including the Ducktown Basin Museum, Ocoee Whitewater
Center, Ocoee Scenic Byway, and Hiwassee Rail Adventures in Etowah.

North Carolina - Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy and John C.
Campbell Folk School in Brasstown.

Fort Mountain State Park – near Ellijay, GA

Amicalola State Park – near Dawsonville & Blue Ridge , GA

Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site – Dahlonega, GA

North Georgia Wildlife Park & Zoo – Cleveland, GA

Helen Alpine Village, Helen GA

Brasstown Bald-Highest Point in Georgia

Vogel State Park-Blairsvile, GA

Blairsville Farmer’s Market

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This small campground is located along the banks of the Toccoa River just south of Blue Ridge, GA. This recreation area is the take-out for the 13.8 mile Toccoa River Canoe Trail. The recreation area offers camping, fishing and a canoe take-out. </p>
<p>Same day Reservations are accepted. Quiet hours 10pm to 6 am. Sandy Bottoms provides a rustic experience for the outdoor enthusiast to camp, swim, fish or just to sit back and enjoy the scenery.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Blue Ridge, Georgia is a mountain town in northern Georgia within 20 minutes of Deep Hole Recreation Area. Exhibitions and shows at the Art Center and the Blue Ridge Community Theater highlight the work of the town’s thriving artistic community. Craft breweries and restaurants dot the downtown.  Antique trains head to nearby mountain villages along the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Trails run through the Chattahoochee National Forest to Long Creek and Fall Branch waterfalls.  </p>
<p>Mercier Orchards is an attraction that you must visit.  This is a family-owned and operated apple orchard now in its 4th generation. Started back in 1943 by Bill & Adele Mercier. Mercier Orchards is now celebrating over 75 years of fruitful harvest! The combination of their U-PICK events, Bakery & Market Cafe, Market Store, and now their Farm Winery makes them a great choice for a day trip by yourself or with the family! Spend the day experiencing what makes them unique! They're constantly improving products and the store will give you the best experience that they can possibly offer.  </p>
<p>They currently grow strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, nectarines, and apples! Be sure to check out their upcoming events to see what’s going on at the orchard!   </p>
<p>COOPER CREEK STORE IS WITHIN 5MINS FROM DEEP HOLE.  THEY HAVE ALL YOUR CAMPING SUPPLY NEEDS.  ONCE YOU REACH HWY 60 EXITING THE CAMPGROUND, TURN RIGHT AND IT'S ABOUT A HALF A MILE ON THE RIGHT.    </p>
<p>Check Out These Areas As Well:  </p>
<p>The Tennessee Overhill including the Ducktown Basin Museum, Ocoee Whitewater Center, Ocoee Scenic Byway, and Hiwassee Rail Adventures in Etowah.</p>
<p>North Carolina - Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy and John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown.</p>

<p>Check Out These Areas As Well:  </p>
<p>The Tennessee Overhill including the Ducktown Basin Museum, Ocoee Whitewater Center, Ocoee Scenic Byway, and Hiwassee Rail Adventures in Etowah.</p>
<p>North Carolina - Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino in Murphy and John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown.</p>
<p>Fort Mountain State Park – near Ellijay, GA</p>
<p>Amicalola State Park – near Dawsonville & Blue Ridge , GA</p>
<p>Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site – Dahlonega, GA</p>
<p>North Georgia Wildlife Park & Zoo – Cleveland, GA</p>
<p>Helen Alpine Village, Helen GA</p>
<p>Brasstown Bald-Highest Point in Georgia</p>
<p>Vogel State Park-Blairsvile, GA</p>
<p>Blairsville Farmer’s Market</p>

Tocoaa River

Toccoa River Sandy Bottoms Group Campground

## Overview

The drive up through the winding misty roads of North Georgia leading to this
19-site, developed campground is almost as breath-taking as the site itself.
Although the drive leaves one feeling as if civilization has been left far,
far behind, the ever-popular and beloved alpine village of Helen, Georgia is
less than an hour away. Camping here, visitors can enjoy the pleasure of
Georgia's number one vacation spot with shopping, dining, and entertainment in
the City of Helen and many recreational activities.

## Recreation

At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the short walking trail for
the beautiful Horse Trough Falls. It is just a mile downstream from the
headwaters of the Chattahoochee River. Recreational activities in this area
include hiking, fishing, camping, and hunting. Right outside the campground,
there is a Day-use picnic area for a nice break with the creek running just a
few feet away. For those wanting to take the 7-mile drive along Upper
Chattahoochee Road (FS 44 Road), you will find yourself outside of Helen,
Georgia with many other recreational opportunities including rafting,
kayaking, ziplining, and some great hiking trails.

## Facilities

At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the short walking trail for
the beautiful Horse Trough Falls. It is just a mile downstream from the
headwaters of the Chattahoochee River. Recreational activities in this area
include hiking, fishing, camping, and hunting. Right outside the campground,
there is a Day-use picnic area for a nice break with the creek running just a
few feet away. For those wanting to take the 7-mile drive along Upper
Chattahoochee Road (FS 44 Road), you will find yourself outside of Helen,
Georgia with many other recreational opportunities including rafting,
kayaking, ziplining, and some great hiking trails.

## Natural Features

Upper Chattahoochee River Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National
Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in
history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with it's winding trails, scenic
mountains, and rolling hills.

## Nearby Attractions

You don't have to stroll far from your campsite to see the first of the nearby
attractions with the Horsetrough Falls at the back end of the campground. Take
a drive along the beautiful scenic Upper Chattahoochee River Road (FS 44
Road), and you can see many other waterfalls along the way while you are
making your way to the many nearby attractions. Brasstown Bald is the highest
peak in the State of Georgia at a height of 4784 feet above sea level is a
45-minute drive. Along the way you pass Unicoi Gap, one of the many areas of
the National Scenic Appalachian Trail (A.T.) where hikers will cross Hwy 75
North coming out of Mark Trail Wilderness and heading into Tray Mountain
Wilderness. Other attractions in the area include Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek
Falls, Ravens Cliff Wilderness, and many things of wonder in the alpine
village of Helen, Georgia.

## Charges & Cancellations

If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel?

Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors
from using these sites. Planned changes to your stay should be made as far in
advance as possible. You can make changes to your reservation ahead of your
arrival date in My Reservations.

Changes

If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates,
there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees
for:

• Adding or removing nights to your stay.

• Changing to a different campsite.

Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.

Cancellations

You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled
arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:

• $10 cancellation fee

• Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)

• Any previous change fees

Late cancellation penalties may also apply:

What is “Late”?

For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1
calendar day before your scheduled check-in. For cabins and group sites, a
late cancellation applies starting from midnight 14 calendar days or fewer
before your scheduled check-in.

Late Fee

In addition to the fees listed above, a late cancellation will also subtract
your first night's recreation use fee from any refund owed. As of the expected
check-in day, cancellations or changes to your stay are not possible through
My Reservations. It is at the facility's discretion to support additional Late
Cancellations, No Show, or Early Departure updates – on-site personnel may not
be able to assist. These changes carry penalties and may forfeit recreation
use fees. For additional details, please visit here:

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The drive up through the winding misty roads of North Georgia leading to this 19-site, developed campground is almost as breath-taking as the site itself. Although the drive leaves one feeling as if civilization has been left far, far behind, the ever-popular and beloved alpine village of Helen, Georgia is less than an hour away. Camping here, visitors can enjoy the pleasure of Georgia's number one vacation spot with shopping, dining, and entertainment in the City of Helen and many recreational activities. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the short walking trail for the beautiful Horse Trough Falls. It is just a mile downstream from the headwaters of the Chattahoochee River. Recreational activities in this area include hiking, fishing, camping, and hunting. Right outside the campground, there is a Day-use picnic area for a nice break with the creek running just a few feet away. For those wanting to take the 7-mile drive along Upper Chattahoochee Road (FS 44 Road), you will find yourself outside of Helen, Georgia with many other recreational opportunities including rafting, kayaking, ziplining, and some great hiking trails. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>At the rear of the campground, visitors will find the short walking trail for the beautiful Horse Trough Falls. It is just a mile downstream from the headwaters of the Chattahoochee River. Recreational activities in this area include hiking, fishing, camping, and hunting. Right outside the campground, there is a Day-use picnic area for a nice break with the creek running just a few feet away. For those wanting to take the 7-mile drive along Upper Chattahoochee Road (FS 44 Road), you will find yourself outside of Helen, Georgia with many other recreational opportunities including rafting, kayaking, ziplining, and some great hiking trails. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Upper Chattahoochee River Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with it's winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>You don't have to stroll far from your campsite to see the first of the nearby attractions with the Horsetrough Falls at the back end of the campground. Take a drive along the beautiful scenic Upper Chattahoochee River Road (FS 44 Road), and you can see many other waterfalls along the way while you are making your way to the many nearby attractions. Brasstown Bald is the highest peak in the State of Georgia at a height of 4784 feet above sea level is a 45-minute drive. Along the way you pass Unicoi Gap, one of the many areas of the National Scenic Appalachian Trail (A.T.) where hikers will cross Hwy 75 North coming out of Mark Trail Wilderness and heading into Tray Mountain Wilderness. Other attractions in the area include Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, Ravens Cliff Wilderness, and many things of wonder in the alpine village of Helen, Georgia.  </p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel?</p>
<p>Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors from using these sites. Planned changes to your stay should be made as far in advance as possible. You can make changes to your reservation ahead of your arrival date in My Reservations.</p>
<p>Changes</p>
<p>If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees for:</p>
<p>•	Adding or removing nights to your stay.</p>
<p>•	Changing to a different campsite.</p>
<p>Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate.</p>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:</p>
<p>•	$10 cancellation fee</p>
<p>•	Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking)</p>
<p>•	Any previous change fees</p>
<p>Late cancellation penalties may also apply:</p>
<p>What is “Late”?</p>
<p>For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1 calendar day before your scheduled check-in. For cabins and group sites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 14 calendar days or fewer before your scheduled check-in.</p>
<p>Late Fee</p>
<p>In addition to the fees listed above, a late cancellation will also subtract your first night's recreation use fee from any refund owed. As of the expected check-in day, cancellations or changes to your stay are not possible through My Reservations. It is at the facility's discretion to support additional Late Cancellations, No Show, or Early Departure updates – on-site personnel may not be able to assist. These changes carry penalties and may forfeit recreation use fees. For additional details, please visit here:</p>

All camping is by Reservation only and needs to be completed online at
www.recreation.gov or by phone at (877) 444-6777.

Upper Chattahoochee River Campground

## Overview

Visitors to this 5-site developed campground marvel over the picturesque
bird's eye view of the world renowed Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. Situated
along the west fork of the river, this area offers isolation and adventure all
in one. Visitors often comment they feel as though they've been swept back in
time and are looking out onto the great frontier of the past when enjoying the
area's treasure scenic views. Come explore and enjoy such adventures as
camping, fishing, hiking, and canoeing!

## Recreation

Enjoy your day on the west fork of the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. Many
opportunities are to be found around this beauiful longest free flowing river
in the Southern States. Fishing is one of the favorites, you can spend your
day on kayak or canoe, take a hike, or if you are not sure about going on the
river without additional knowledge and skills you might even want to join one
of the outfitter and guides companies that are permitted with the Forest
Service to operate on the river. For more information on the companies
approved on the river pleae Click here

## Facilities

Enjoy your day on the west fork of the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. Many
opportunities are to be found around this beauiful longest free flowing river
in the Southern States. Fishing is one of the favorites, you can spend your
day on kayak or canoe, take a hike, or if you are not sure about going on the
river without additional knowledge and skills you might even want to join one
of the outfitter and guides companies that are permitted with the Forest
Service to operate on the river. For more information on the companies
approved on the river pleae Click here

## Natural Features

West Fork Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place
of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said
to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and
rolling hills.

## Nearby Attractions

Along with the beautiful Wild and Scenic River at the back door the area has
many hiking trails nearby. Bartram trail, Chattooga River trail, 3-Forks
Trail, and Holcomb Creek trail are all in the area, along with a host of
waterfalls, and views abound. The state managed Warwoman Wildlife Management
Area is just a few miles to the west and to the northwest of this campground
is Rabun Bald the second highest peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above
sea level.

## Charges & Cancellations

First Come, First Serve no reservations

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Visitors to this 5-site developed campground marvel over the picturesque bird's eye view of the world renowed Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. Situated along the west fork of the river, this area offers isolation and adventure all in one. Visitors often comment they feel as though they've been swept back in time and are looking out onto the great frontier of the past when enjoying the area's treasure scenic views. Come explore and enjoy such adventures as camping, fishing, hiking, and canoeing!</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Enjoy your day on the west fork of the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. Many opportunities are to be found around this beauiful longest free flowing river in the Southern States. Fishing is one of the favorites, you can spend your day on kayak or canoe, take a hike, or if you are not sure about going on the river without additional knowledge and skills you might even want to join one of the outfitter and guides companies that are permitted with the Forest Service to operate on the river. For more information on the companies approved on the river pleae <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/conf/recreation/wateractivities" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Enjoy your day on the west fork of the Chattooga Wild and Scenic River. Many opportunities are to be found around this beauiful longest free flowing river in the Southern States. Fishing is one of the favorites, you can spend your day on kayak or canoe, take a hike, or if you are not sure about going on the river without additional knowledge and skills you might even want to join one of the outfitter and guides companies that are permitted with the Forest Service to operate on the river. For more information on the companies approved on the river pleae <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/conf/recreation/wateractivities" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>West Fork Campground is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, a place of exploration and wonder. This National Forest is rich in history and is said to be a hiker's paradise with its winding trails, scenic mountains, and rolling hills.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Along with the beautiful Wild and Scenic River at the back door the area has many hiking trails nearby. Bartram trail, Chattooga River trail, 3-Forks Trail, and Holcomb Creek trail are all in the area, along with a host of waterfalls, and views abound. The state managed Warwoman Wildlife Management Area is just a few miles to the west and to the northwest of this campground is Rabun Bald the second highest peak in the State of Georgia at 4696' above sea level.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>First Come, First Serve no reservations</p>

All camping is by First Come, First Serve only. **Payment is on site by cash,
check, or credit card using the Scan and Pay App on your mobile device.**
Download the recreation.gov app prior to heading to your favorite site. Once
you arrive and find your site you can scan the bar code at the site that will
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worries. It will still get you in the system for the site and will charge your
card once you are back in a service area.

West Fork Campground  (Clayton, GA)

## Overview

Located in the northern Georgia mountains, far from civilization, Willis Knob
Horse Campground is one of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests most
beloved horse-lover hideaways.  
  
The campground features equestrian camping, riding and hiking trails and
fishing in the nearby Chattooga River.

## Recreation

The 15-mile Willis Knob Trail in Georgia and 12.5 mile Rocky Gap Trail in
South Carolina provide some of the most scenic horseback riding and hiking in
the southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the
trails descend into the vast Chattooga River.  
  
  
  
The 10.7-mile Chattooga River Trail and the 37-mile Bartram Trail are also
accessible nearby and are for hiking only. Fishing is available in the
Chattooga River.

## Facilities

The 15-mile Willis Knob Trail in Georgia and 12.5 mile Rocky Gap Trail in
South Carolina provide some of the most scenic horseback riding and hiking in
the southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the
trails descend into the vast Chattooga River.  
  
  
  
The 10.7-mile Chattooga River Trail and the 37-mile Bartram Trail are also
accessible nearby and are for hiking only. Fishing is available in the
Chattooga River.

## Natural Features

The horse camp is located in a heavily wooded area of the forest, amid deep
canyons and near to the Georgia-South Carolina border.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.

## Nearby Attractions

Chattooga River Wild and Scenic area is nearby

<h2>Overview</h2>
Located in the northern Georgia mountains, far from civilization, Willis Knob Horse Campground is one of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests most beloved horse-lover hideaways. 
<br/><br/>
The campground features equestrian camping, riding and hiking trails and fishing in the nearby Chattooga River.
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The 15-mile Willis Knob Trail in Georgia and 12.5 mile Rocky Gap Trail in South Carolina provide some of the most scenic horseback riding and hiking in the southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the trails descend into the vast Chattooga River.<br><br> <br><br>The 10.7-mile Chattooga River Trail and the 37-mile Bartram Trail are also accessible nearby and are for hiking only. Fishing is available in the Chattooga River.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The 15-mile Willis Knob Trail in Georgia and 12.5 mile Rocky Gap Trail in South Carolina provide some of the most scenic horseback riding and hiking in the southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the trails descend into the vast Chattooga River.<br><br> <br><br>The 10.7-mile Chattooga River Trail and the 37-mile Bartram Trail are also accessible nearby and are for hiking only. Fishing is available in the Chattooga River.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The horse camp is located in a heavily wooded area of the forest, amid deep canyons and near to the Georgia-South Carolina border.

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (706) 754-6221.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Chattooga River Wild and Scenic area is nearby</p>

Picture of first of three rows of highlines

WILLIS KNOB HORSE CAMP HIGHLINES

WILLIS KNOB HORSE CAMP

WILLIS KNOB HORSE CAMP Trail picture

The views coming into the upper section of the Willis Knob Horse Camp

WILLIS KNOB HORSE CAMP ENTRANCE TO SITES 6-9

WILLIS KNOB HORSE CAMP ENTRANCE SIGN

Willis Knob Horse Camp

Bird's eye view of the park

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

Nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains lies Lake Sidney
Lanier, one of America?s favorite lakes. Over 7.5 million people a year choose
to visit Lanier. Seventy-six recreational areas have been developed around the
lake under the direction of the Corps of Engineers. These include 46 parks
operated directly by the Corps, 10 marinas, and Lake Lanier Islands. The
remaining areas are leased to county and city governments or other
organizations such as the Boy Scouts. With over 692 miles of shoreline, the
lake is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and
variety of recreational activities. Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers in the 1950?s, Lake Lanier is a multi-purpose lake that provides for
flood protection, power production, water supply, navigation, recreation and
fish and wildlife management. Lake Lanier is one of 464 lakes in 43 states
constructed and operated by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. It has won the
best operated lake of the year award in 1990, 1997 and 2002.

Nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains lies Lake Sidney Lanier, one of America?s favorite lakes. Over 7.5 million people a year choose to visit Lanier. Seventy-six recreational areas have been developed around the lake under the direction of the Corps of Engineers. These include 46 parks operated directly by the Corps, 10 marinas, and Lake Lanier Islands. The remaining areas are leased to county and city governments or other organizations such as the Boy Scouts. With over 692 miles of shoreline, the lake is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950?s,  Lake Lanier is a multi-purpose lake that provides for flood protection, power production, water supply, navigation, recreation and fish and wildlife management. Lake Lanier is one of 464 lakes in 43 states constructed and operated by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. It has won the best operated lake of the year award in 1990, 1997 and 2002.

## Overview

Bald Ridge Creek Campground is on Lake Sidney Lanier, popular for its aqua-
blue waters and spectacular scenery. Each year, over 11 million visitors
travel to Lake Sidney Lanier for fantastic fishing and boating on the
beautiful reservoir in northern Georgia.

## Recreation

Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities
including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. On the lake there are
opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also
a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.

## Facilities

Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities
including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. On the lake there are
opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also
a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.

## Natural Features

Lake Sidney Lanier is nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge
Mountains. The lake features 692 miles of shoreline and spans 38,000 surface
water acres and 17,000 acres of lush terrain. The reservoir was created in
1956 with the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.

## contact_info

This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7873 to speak with local
staff.

## Nearby Attractions

By boat, there's plenty of coves and islands to explore on the lake. For land
activities, head to the Sawnee Mountain Preserve for hiking, rock climbing and
an interactive visitors center for kids. The city of Cumming is nearby and has
shopping, restuarants, a fairground and much more.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in
person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be
honored.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Bald Ridge Creek Campground is on Lake Sidney Lanier, popular for its aqua-blue waters and spectacular scenery.   
Each year, over 11 million visitors travel to Lake Sidney Lanier for fantastic fishing and boating on the beautiful reservoir in northern Georgia.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more.   
There's also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Bald Ridge Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming, and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more.   
There's also a swimming beach and boat ramp available for campers.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Sidney Lanier is nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. The lake features 692 miles of shoreline and spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 acres of lush terrain.   
The reservoir was created in 1956 with the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7873 to speak with local staff.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
By boat, there's plenty of coves and islands to explore on the lake. For land activities, head to the Sawnee Mountain Preserve for hiking, rock climbing and an interactive visitors center for kids.
The city of Cumming is nearby and has shopping, restuarants, a fairground and much more.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be honored.

Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

BALD RIDGE CREEK

Bald Ridge Creek

## Overview

Bolding Mill Campground is an excellent choice for camping on Lake Sidney
Lanier, offering plenty of comfortable amenities in addition to a well-kept
facility.  
  
Visitors will enjoy fishing and boating on the lake as well as the lush picnic
area and large swimming beach, perfect for families.  
  

## Recreation

The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA
access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to
many water activities. Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and
playground area near the front of the park.

## Facilities

The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA
access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to
many water activities. Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and
playground area near the front of the park.

## Natural Features

Lake Lanier spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 land acres across five
counties in northern Georgia. The reservoir is known for its aqua-blue
coloring and spectacular scenery in the forested foothills of the Blue Ridge
Mountains. Bolding Mill campground is on the northwest side of the lake, which
has plenty of grass and shade for comfortable camping.

## contact_info

This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7875 to speak with local
staff.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to the Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities.
Another idea is the Sawnee Mountain Preserve, with breathtaking scenic
overlooks, hiking opportunities and rock climbing. Nearby Gainesville,
Dawsonville and Dalonega provide many different experiences and opportunities.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Bolding Mill Campground is an excellent choice for camping on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering plenty of comfortable amenities in addition to a well-kept facility.  <br/><br/>
Visitors will enjoy fishing and boating on the lake as well as the lush picnic area and large swimming beach, perfect for families.<br/><br/><h2>Recreation</h2>
The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to many water activities.
Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and playground area near the front of the park.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
The large swimming beach is concrete, which provides a gentle slope and ADA access for visitors. An on-site boat ramp and fishing pier provide access to many water activities.
Land-based recreation features picnic shelters and playground area near the front of the park.
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Lanier spans 38,000 surface water acres and 17,000 land acres across five counties in northern Georgia. The reservoir is known for its aqua-blue coloring and spectacular scenery in the forested foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.   
Bolding Mill campground is on the northwest side of the lake, which has plenty of grass and shade for comfortable camping.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is staffed. Please call (470) 774-7875 to speak with local staff.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Head to the Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities. Another idea is the Sawnee Mountain Preserve, with breathtaking scenic overlooks, hiking opportunities and rock climbing.
Nearby Gainesville, Dawsonville and Dalonega provide many different experiences and opportunities.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system.

BOLDING MILL

Bolding Mill

## Overview

Bolding Mill Park lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake
Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as
excellent access to swimming, picnicking and boating. The lake, named for the
poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water,
spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year,
approximately 11.8 million people come to visit.

## Recreation

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and
parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and
Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species
including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming,
wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

## Facilities

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and
parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and
Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species
including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming,
wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

## Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100
small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue
Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks and Lake Lanier
Islands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
 Bolding Mill Park lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier.  The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking and boating. 
 The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities.  Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit. <h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks.  The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River.  Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish.  Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks.  The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River.  Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish.  Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands.  Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.</p>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks and Lake Lanier Islands.</p>

BOLDING MILL SHELTERS (GA)

Bolding Mill Shelters (Ga)

## Overview

Buford Dam Park lies just north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site
features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming,
picnicking and boating. The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well
known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of
recreational activities. Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to
visit.

## Recreation

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and
parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and
Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species
including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming,
wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

## Facilities

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and
parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and
Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species
including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming,
wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

## Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100
small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue
Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier
Islands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
 Buford Dam Park lies just north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier.  The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking and boating. 
 The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities.  Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit. <h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks.  The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River.  Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish.  Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks.  The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River.  Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish.  Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands.  Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.</p>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier Islands.</p>

BUFORD DAM PARK SHELTERS (GA)

Buford Dam Park Shelters (Ga)

## Overview

Duckett Mill Campground is located on Lake Sidney Lanier. With over 692 miles
of shoreline, the lake is well known for its aqua-blue water, spectacular
scenery and variety of recreational activities. The lake has over 11 million
visitors annually. Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the
1950s, Lake Lanier is a multi-purpose lake that provides for flood protection,
power production, water supply, navigation, recreation and fish and wildlife
management.

## Recreation

Duckett Mill Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including
fishing, swimming and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for
wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach
and a boat ramp (located just outside the campground) avaliable for campers.

## Facilities

Duckett Mill Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including
fishing, swimming and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for
wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more. There's also a swimming beach
and a boat ramp (located just outside the campground) avaliable for campers.

## Natural Features

Lake Lanier's expansive 38,000 surface water acres touches five counties in
northern Georgia. The lake, surrounded by rolling farmland, is just 1 hour
from Atlanta.

## contact_info

This location is staffed. Please call (770) 532-9802 to speak with local
staff.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities, or climb
Sawnee Mountain at the Sawnee Mountain Preserve for breathtaking views of the
area. The nearby cities of Dawsonville, Dalonega and Gainesville provide a
wide variety of leisure activities.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in
person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be
honored.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Duckett Mill Campground is located on Lake Sidney Lanier.  With over 692 miles of shoreline, the lake is well known for its aqua-blue water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. The lake has over 11 million visitors annually.
Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950s, Lake Lanier is a multi-purpose lake that provides for flood protection, power production, water supply, navigation, recreation and fish and wildlife management.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Duckett Mill Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more.
There's also a swimming beach and a boat ramp (located just outside the campground) avaliable for campers.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Duckett Mill Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimming and bike riding. On the lake there are opportunities for wake boarding, kayaking, boating and much more.
There's also a swimming beach and a boat ramp (located just outside the campground) avaliable for campers.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Lake Lanier's expansive 38,000 surface water acres touches five counties in northern Georgia. The lake, surrounded by rolling farmland, is just 1 hour from Atlanta.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is staffed. Please call (770) 532-9802 to speak with local staff.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Head to Don Carter State Park for birding and hiking opportunities, or climb Sawnee Mountain at the Sawnee Mountain Preserve for breathtaking views of the area.
The nearby cities of Dawsonville, Dalonega and Gainesville provide a wide variety of leisure activities.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system or in person at the gatehouse. Cancellation calls to the gatehouse will not be honored.

DUCKETT MILL

Duckett Mill

## Overview

Lanier Park lies just north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site
features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming,
picnicking and boating. The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well
known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of
recreational activities. Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to
visit.

## Recreation

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and
parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and
Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species
including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming,
wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

## Facilities

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and
parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and
Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species
including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming,
wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

## Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100
small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue
Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier
Islands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
 Lanier Park lies just north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier.  The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking and boating. 
 The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities.  Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit. <h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks.  The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River.  Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish.  Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks.  The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River.  Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish.  Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands.  Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.</p>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier Islands.</p>

LANIER PARK SHELTER (GA)

Lanier Park

Lanier Park Shelter (Ga)

## Overview

Little Hall Park lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake
Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as
excellent access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. The lake, named for the
poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water,
spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year,
approximately 11.8 million people come to visit.

## Recreation

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and
parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and
Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species
including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming,
wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

## Facilities

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and
parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and
Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species
including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming,
wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

## Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100
small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue
Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.

## Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier
Islands.

<h2>Overview</h2>
 Little Hall Park lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier.  The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. 
 The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities.  Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit. <h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks.  The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River.  Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish.  Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks.  The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River.  Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish.  Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands.  Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.</p>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier Islands.</p>