Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a 2,965 acre National
Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign.
Opposing forces maneuvered and fought here from June 19, 1864 until July 2,
1864. Although most famous as a Civil War battlefield, Kennesaw Mountain has a
much richer story.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a 2,965 acre National Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign. Opposing forces maneuvered and fought here from June 19, 1864 until July 2, 1864. Although most famous as a Civil War battlefield, Kennesaw Mountain has a much richer story.

Bird's eye view of the park

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers lakes in the nation. Located only 30 miles from Atlanta, more than 6
million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, camping, hunting, fishing,
swimming and other water sports, and observing the abundant wildlife along the
shores of this beautiful lake. The visitor center features video exhibits and
displays about the area's history, ranging from the time of early Indians to
the gold mining and iron making days, from Civil War up to the present.

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Located only 30 miles from Atlanta, more than 6 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking,  camping, hunting, fishing, swimming and other water sports, and observing the abundant wildlife along the shores of this beautiful lake. The visitor center features video exhibits and displays about the area's history, ranging from the time of early Indians to the gold mining and iron making days, from Civil War up to the present.

## Overview

Cooper Branch #2 Day Use Area is situated on Allatoona Lake on a portion of
the Etowah River, which is a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and
peaceful surroundings offer visitors a relaxing getaway from the nearby city
of Atlanta, just 35 miles south. Visitors enjoy a variety of outdoor
activities including water sports, picnicking, hiking, hunting and viewing
wildlife.

## Recreation

Various water sports, boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddle
boarding are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. The 270
miles of shoreline provides great opportunities for picnicking, hiking,
hunting and relaxing.

## Facilities

Various water sports, boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddle
boarding are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. The 270
miles of shoreline provides great opportunities for picnicking, hiking,
hunting and relaxing.

## Natural Features

The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak,
maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree.
Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory. The dense hardwood
forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail
deer, squirrels, and chipmunks. From time to time, visitors spot black bears
roaming the area.

## Nearby Attractions

The downtown Catersville's Historic District and Booth Western Art Museum is
approximately 8 miles; Etowah Indian Mounds is approximately 10 miles; and
Tellus Science Museum and Lakepoint Sport Complex are approximately 11 miles
from Cooper Branch #2 Day Use Area.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or
departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days
after booking the reservation.

**Camping / Day Use:** A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel
your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities,
etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

**Late Cancellations**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled
between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on
the day after arrival.

Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on
the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also
forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the
original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will
forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00
service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single
night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day
use fee with no service fee charge.

**No-Shows**

Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a
campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day
after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight
facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your
scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time
on your scheduled arrival date.

If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out
time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times
listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00
service fee and forfeit use fees.

**Refunds**

Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled
departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of
departure.

Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional
reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an
additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable
reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation
fee for permits varies by location.

• Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be
issued as a credit to the original bank card.

• Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments
made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will
be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt
and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can
only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon
local policy.

• Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the
Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as
appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all
fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-
refundable in the event of an emergency closure.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cooper Branch #2 Day Use Area is situated on Allatoona Lake on a portion of the Etowah River, which is a tributary of the Coosa River.  The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer visitors a relaxing getaway from the nearby city of Atlanta, just 35 miles south.  Visitors enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including water sports, picnicking, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Various water sports, boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake.  The 270 miles of shoreline provides great opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Various water sports, boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake.  The 270 miles of shoreline provides great opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak, maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree.  Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory.  The dense hardwood forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail deer, squirrels, and chipmunks.  From time to time, visitors spot black bears roaming the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The downtown Catersville's Historic District and Booth Western Art Museum is approximately 8 miles; Etowah Indian Mounds is approximately 10 miles; and Tellus Science Museum and Lakepoint Sport Complex are approximately 11 miles from Cooper Branch #2 Day Use Area.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</p>


<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p>


<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</p>


<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</p>


<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</p>



<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</p>


<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</p>

Fee Information: Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon
completion of the reservation. A $10.00 non-refundable reservation fee may be
charged for some facilities. Payments may only be made online or over the
phone with a reservation.gov agent. Payment Methods Accepted: Visa,
Mastercard, American Express, Discover Card

Cooper's Branch #2 Bathroom

Cooper's Branch #2 Picnic Area

Cooper's Branch #2 Pavilion.  Can be reserved.

Cooper's Branch #2 Pavilion.

Cooper's Branch #2 Picnic Area.

Cooper's Branch #2 Pavilion Horseshoes

Cooper's Branch #2 Pavilion

Cooper's Branch #2 Bathroom.

Cooper's Branch #2 Pavilion BBQ Pit

COOPER BRANCH No 2 DAY USE AREA, Bathroom

COOPER BRANCH No 2 DAY USE AREA (GA)

## Overview

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of
the Coosa River. This Day Use Area is downstream of the dam which impounds
Allatoona Lake. The river and peaceful surroundings offer a relaxing getaway
from the nearby city of Atlanta, just 35 miles south. Visitors enjoy various
water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.

## Recreation

Fishing, canoeing, and kayaking are popular activities along the Etowah River.

## Facilities

Fishing, canoeing, and kayaking are popular activities along the Etowah River.

## Natural Features

The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak,
maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree.
Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory. The dense hardwood
forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail
deer, squirrels, and chipmunks. From time to time, visitors even spot black
bears roaming the area.

## Nearby Attractions

The City of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah
Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum. The City of Emerson is home to
the Lakepoint Sports Complex. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is
located in Kennesaw; White Water Park is in Marietta, and the Georgia Aquarium
is located in Atlanta.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or
departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days
after booking the reservation.

**Camping / Day Use:** A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel
your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities,
etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

**Late Cancellations**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled
between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on
the day after arrival.

Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on
the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also
forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the
original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will
forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00
service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single
night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day
use fee with no service fee charge.

**No-Shows**

Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a
campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day
after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight
facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your
scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time
on your scheduled arrival date.

If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out
time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times
listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00
service fee and forfeit use fees.

**Refunds**

Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled
departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of
departure.

Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional
reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an
additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable
reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation
fee for permits varies by location.

• Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be
issued as a credit to the original bank card.

• Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments
made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will
be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt
and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can
only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon
local policy.

• Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the
Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as
appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all
fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-
refundable in the event of an emergency closure.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River.  This Day Use Area is downstream of the dam which impounds Allatoona Lake.  The river and peaceful surroundings offer a relaxing getaway from the nearby city of Atlanta, just 35 miles south.  Visitors enjoy various water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fishing, canoeing, and kayaking are popular activities along the Etowah River.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Fishing, canoeing, and kayaking are popular activities along the Etowah River.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak, maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree.  Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory.  The dense hardwood forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail deer, squirrels, and chipmunks.  From time to time, visitors even spot black bears roaming the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The City of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum.  The City of Emerson is home to the Lakepoint Sports Complex.  Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw; White Water Park is in Marietta, and the Georgia Aquarium is located in Atlanta.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</p>


<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p>


<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</p>


<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</p>


<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</p>



<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</p>


<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</p>

Cooper's Furnace Picnic Area

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area, Hiking

CFXX3 - COOPERS FURNACE DAY USE AREA (GA)

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area, Hiking.

Cooper's Furnace Soccer

CFXX1 - COOPERS FURNACE DAY USE AREA (GA)

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area, Playground.

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area. Playground

CFXX5 - COOPERS FURNACE DAY USE AREA (GA)

CFXX4 - COOPERS FURNACE DAY USE AREA (GA)

Cooper's Furnace Bathroom

Cooper's Furnace Trails

Cooper's Furnace Volleyball

Cooper's Furnace Day Use, Dam Viewing Area

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area, Dam Viewing Area

Cooper's Furnace Trails.

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area.  Hiking.

Cooper's Furnace Bathroom.

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area, Playground

Cooper's Furnace Day Use, The Furnace

Cooper's Furnace Day Use, Hiking.

COOPERS FURNACE DAY USE AREA (GA)

Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area (Ga)

## Overview

Galt's Ferry Day Use Area is situated on Allatoona Lake on the Etowah River, a
tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer
a relaxing getaway from the nearby city of Atlanta, just 35 miles south.
Visitors enjoy various water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.

## Recreation

Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on
the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great
opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.

## Facilities

Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on
the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great
opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.

## Natural Features

The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak,
maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree.
Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory. The dense hardwood
forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail
deer, squirrels, and chipmunks. From time to time, visitors even spot black
bears roaming the area.

## Nearby Attractions

The City of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah
Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum. The City of Emerson is home to
Lakepoint Sports Complex. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in
Kennesaw; White Water Park is in Marietta, and the Georgia Aquarium is located
in Atlanta.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or
departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days
after booking the reservation.

**Camping / Day Use:** A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel
your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities,
etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

**Late Cancellations**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled
between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on
the day after arrival.

Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on
the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also
forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the
original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will
forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00
service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single
night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day
use fee with no service fee charge.

**No-Shows**

Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a
campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day
after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight
facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your
scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time
on your scheduled arrival date.

If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out
time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times
listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00
service fee and forfeit use fees.

**Refunds**

Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled
departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of
departure.

Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional
reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an
additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable
reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation
fee for permits varies by location.

• Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be
issued as a credit to the original bank card.

• Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments
made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will
be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt
and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can
only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon
local policy.

• Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the
Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as
appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all
fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-
refundable in the event of an emergency closure.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Galt's Ferry Day Use Area is situated on Allatoona Lake on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer a relaxing getaway from the nearby city of Atlanta, just 35 miles south. Visitors enjoy various water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak, maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree. Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory. The dense hardwood forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail deer, squirrels, and chipmunks. From time to time, visitors even spot black bears roaming the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The City of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum. The City of Emerson is home to Lakepoint Sports Complex. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw; White Water Park is in Marietta, and the Georgia Aquarium is located in Atlanta.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</p>


<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p>


<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</p>


<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</p>


<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</p>



<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</p>


<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</p>

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp.  Usually open year 'round.

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp

Galt's Ferry Jetty

Galt's Ferry Day Use Fishing Jetty

Galts Ferry Pavilion

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp and Courtesy Dock

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp Parking

Galt's Ferry Jetty and Swim Beach

Galt's Ferry Picnic Area Near Bathroom.

Galt's Ferry Picnic Area Near Bathroom

Galt's Ferry Day Use Swim Beach.

Galt's Ferry Picnic Pavilion

Galt's Ferry Day Use - Fishing

Galt's Ferry Day Use and Boat Ramp Bathroom

Galt's Ferry Bathroom

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp.

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp Courtesy Dock

Galt's Ferry Day Use Swim Beach...

Galt's Ferry Swim Beach..

Galt's Ferry Day Use Swim Beach..

Galt's Ferry Picnic Area

Galt's Ferry Picnic Area Near Bathroom..

Galt's Ferry Swim Beach.

Galt's Ferry Day Use Jetty

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp Parking.

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp, Three Lanes.  Usually open year 'round.

Galt's Ferry Boat Ramp, Three Lanes

GALTS FERRY DAY USE AREA (GA)

Galt's Ferry Playground

Galt's Ferry Day Use Swim Beach

Galt's Ferry Pavilion, Inside

Galt's Ferry Day Use Area (Ga)

## Overview

McKaskey Creek Campground is situated on Allatoona Lake on the Etowah River, a
tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer
a relaxing getaway form the nearby city of Atlanta, just 45 miles north.
Visitors enjoy various water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.

## Recreation

Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on
the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great
opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.

## Facilities

Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on
the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great
opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.

## Natural Features

The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak,
maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree.
Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory.  
  
The dense hardwood forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and
gray fox, white tail deer, squirrels, and chipmunks. From time to time,
visitors even spot black bears roaming the area.

## Nearby Attractions

The city of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah
Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum. The Visitor Center at Allatoona
Lake Project Management Office features video exhibits and displays about the
area’s history, ranging from the time of early Native Americans, to the Civil
War and to present times. The Visitor Center overlooks the dam and offers many
hiking trails. Red Top Mountain State Park has more than 15 miles of trails
and offers interpretive programs. Eight marinas are located on Allatoona Lake
that offer boat rentals and restaurants. Kennesaw Mountain National
Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water Park is in Marietta. Zoo
Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.

## contact_info

This location is staffed. Please call (770) 386-2892 to speak with local
staff.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or
departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days
after booking the reservation.

**Camping / Day Use:** A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel
your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities,
etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

**Late Cancellations**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled
between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on
the day after arrival.

Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on
the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also
forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the
original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will
forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00
service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single
night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day
use fee with no service fee charge.

**No-Shows**

Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a
campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day
after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight
facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your
scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time
on your scheduled arrival date.

If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out
time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times
listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00
service fee and forfeit use fees.

**Refunds**

Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled
departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of
departure.

Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional
reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an
additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable
reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation
fee for permits varies by location.

• Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be
issued as a credit to the original bank card.

• Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments
made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will
be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt
and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can
only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon
local policy.

• Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the
Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as
appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all
fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-
refundable in the event of an emergency closure.

<h2>Overview</h2>
McKaskey Creek Campground is situated on Allatoona Lake on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer a relaxing getaway form the nearby city of Atlanta, just 45 miles north. Visitors enjoy various water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities on the 11-mile long Allatoona Lake. Its 270 miles of shoreline provide great opportunities for picnicking, hiking, hunting and relaxing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak, maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree. Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory.<br/>
<br/>
The dense hardwood forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail deer, squirrels, and chipmunks. From time to time, visitors even spot black bears roaming the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>

The city of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum. 

The Visitor Center at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video exhibits and displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early Native Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center overlooks the dam and offers many hiking trails. 

Red Top Mountain State Park has more than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs.

Eight marinas are located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water Park is in Marietta.

Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is staffed. Please call (770) 386-2892 to speak with local staff.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</p>


<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p>


<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</p>


<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</p>


<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</p>



<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</p>


<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</p>

Campsite fees range from $22-$32 per night.

McKaskey Creek Campground Bath House-2

McKaskey Creek Campground Boat Ramp and Courtesy Dock

McKaskey Creek Campground Boat Ramp.

McKaskey Creek Campground Playground

McKaskey Creek Campground Beach Area

McKaskey Creek Campground Boat Ramp Parking.

McKaskey Creek Campground, Boat Ramp Parking.

McKaskey Creek Campground Boat Ramp Parking

McKaskey Creek Campground Courtesy Dock.

McKaskey Creek Campground, Playground

McKaskey Creek Campground Bath House.

McKaskey Creek Campground Courtesy Dock

McKaskey Creek Campground Dump Station

McKaskey Creek Campground

McKaskey Creek Campground Dump Station Entrance

McKaskey Creek Campground Boat Ramp

McKaskey Creek Campground Playground.

McKaskey Creek Campground.

McKaskey Creek Campground Beach Area-2

McKaskey Creek Campground Swim Beach

McKaskey Creek Campground Beach..

McKaskey Creek Campground Bath House

McKaskey Creek Campground Swim Beach and Parking

McKaskey Creek Campground Courtesy Dock and Boat Ramp

## Overview

McKinney Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors
with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia.

## Recreation

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes
in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming,
camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles
of shoreline.  
  
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish,
making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at
numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the
campground.

## Facilities

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes
in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming,
camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles
of shoreline.  
  
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish,
making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at
numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the
campground.

## Natural Features

Located just 30 miles from Atlanta, Georgia, Allatoona Lake is situated on the
Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful
surroundings offer visitors respite from the rush of city living.

## contact_info

This location is staffed. Please call (770) 975-7485 to speak with local
staff.

## Nearby Attractions

The city of Acworth and Woodstock are nearby, offering restaurants, shopping,
and historic downtown areas. Historic sites like the Etowah Indian Mounds and
Booth Western Art Museum are a close drive to the city of Cartersville. The
Visitor Center at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video
exhibits and displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early
Native Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center
overlooks the dam and offers many hiking trails. Red Top Mountain State Park
has more than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs. Eight
marinas are located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants.
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water
Park is in Marietta. Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or
departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days
after booking the reservation.

**Camping / Day Use:** A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel
your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities,
etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

**Late Cancellations**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled
between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on
the day after arrival.

Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on
the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also
forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the
original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will
forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.

Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00
service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single
night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day
use fee with no service fee charge.

**No-Shows**

Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a
campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day
after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight
facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your
scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time
on your scheduled arrival date.

If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out
time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times
listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00
service fee and forfeit use fees.

**Refunds**

Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled
departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of
departure.

Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional
reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an
additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable
reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation
fee for permits varies by location.

  * Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.
  * Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.
  * Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure. 

.

<h2>Overview</h2>
McKinney Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. 
<br/><br/>
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. 
<br/><br/>
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Located just 30 miles from Atlanta, Georgia, Allatoona Lake is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer visitors respite from the rush of city living.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is staffed. Please call (770) 975-7485 to speak with local staff.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>

The city of Acworth and Woodstock are nearby, offering restaurants, shopping, and historic downtown areas. Historic sites like the Etowah Indian Mounds and Booth Western Art Museum are a close drive to the city of Cartersville.

The Visitor Center at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video exhibits and displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early Native Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center overlooks the dam and offers many hiking trails. 

Red Top Mountain State Park has more than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs.

Eight marinas are located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water Park is in Marietta.

Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. </p>
<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. </p>
<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. </p>
<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date. </p>
<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees. </p>
<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure. </p>
<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<ul>
<li>Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</li>
<li>Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</li>
<li>Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure. </li>
</ul>
<p>.</p>

Campsite fees range from $28-$32 per night.

McKinney Campground dump station -3

McKinney Campground Playground.

McKinney Campground resident doe.

Campsite view.

Sunset, McKinney Campground.

McKinney Campground Allatoona Lake

McKinney Campground Beach 4.

McKinney Campground resident fawn.

McKinney Campground Beach 2.

McKinney Campground dump station -2

McKinney Campground, site 145

Campground Bathhouse

McKinney Campground Beach 1.

McKinney Campground dump station-1

McKinney Campground boat ramp.

McKinney Campground Beach 3.

McKinney Campground boat ramp parking.

Sunset, McKinney Campground

Mckinney Campground

## Overview

Old Highway 41 #3 Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing
visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of
Georgia.

## Recreation

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes
in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming,
camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles
of shoreline.  
  
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish,
making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at
numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the
campground.

## Facilities

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes
in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming,
camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles
of shoreline.  
  
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish,
making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at
numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the
campground.

## Natural Features

Located only 40 miles from Atlanta, Georgia, Allatoona Lake is situated on the
Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful
surroundings offer visitors respite from the rush of city living.

## Nearby Attractions

The city of Acworth is nearby, offering restaurants, shopping, and a historic
downtown area. Historic sites like the Etowah Indian Mounds and Booth Western
Art Museum are a close drive to the city of Cartersville. The Visitor Center
at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video exhibits and
displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early Native
Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center overlooks
the dam and offers many hiking trails. Red Top Mountain State Park has more
than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs. Eight marinas are
located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants. Kennesaw
Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water Park is
in Marietta. Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.

## contact_info

This location is staffed. Please call (770) 975-7484 to speak with local
staff.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or
departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days
after booking the reservation.

**Camping / Day Use:** A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel
your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities,
etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

**Late Cancellations**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled
between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on
the day after arrival.

Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on
the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also
forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the
original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will
forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00
service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single
night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day
use fee with no service fee charge.

**No-Shows**

Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a
campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day
after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight
facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your
scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time
on your scheduled arrival date.

If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out
time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times
listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00
service fee and forfeit use fees.

**Refunds**

Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled
departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of
departure.

Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional
reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an
additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable
reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation
fee for permits varies by location.

• Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be
issued as a credit to the original bank card.

• Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments
made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will
be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt
and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can
only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon
local policy.

• Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the
Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as
appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all
fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-
refundable in the event of an emergency closure.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Old Highway 41 #3 Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. 
<br/><br/>
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. 
<br/><br/>
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Located only 40 miles from Atlanta, Georgia, Allatoona Lake is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer visitors respite from the rush of city living.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
  
The city of Acworth is nearby, offering restaurants, shopping, and a historic downtown area. Historic sites like the Etowah Indian Mounds and Booth Western Art Museum are a close drive to the city of Cartersville.

The Visitor Center at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video exhibits and displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early Native Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center overlooks the dam and offers many hiking trails. 

Red Top Mountain State Park has more than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs.

Eight marinas are located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water Park is in Marietta.

Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
This location is staffed. Please call (770) 975-7484 to speak with local staff.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</p>


<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p>


<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</p>


<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</p>


<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</p>



<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</p>


<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</p>

Campsite fees range from $28-$64 per night.

Old 41 #3 Campground Half-Court Basketball

Old 41 #3 Campground..

Old 41 #3 Campground.  Osprey nest near campground boat ramp.

Osprey nest at boat ramp.

Boat ramp parking.

Playground-2.

Old Hwy 41 #3 Boat Ramp Parking

Osprey nest by boat ramp.

Old Hwy 41 #3 Boat Ramp

Dump station.

Playground.

Bath House

Boat ramp..

Old 41 #3 Campground.

Old 41 #3 Dump Station

Old Hwy 41 No 3

## Overview

Payne Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with
a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia.

## Recreation

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes
in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming,
camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles
of shoreline.  
  
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish,
making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at
numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the
campground.

## Facilities

Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes
in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming,
camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles
of shoreline.  
  
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish,
making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at
numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the
campground.

## Natural Features

Located only 35 miles from Atlanta, Allatoona Lake is situated on the Etowah
River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful
surroundings offer visitors respite from the rush of city living.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (678) 721-6700.

## Nearby Attractions

The city of Acworth and Woodstock are nearby, offering restaurants, shopping,
and historic downtown areas. Historic sites like the Etowah Indian Mounds and
Booth Western Art Museum are a close drive to the city of Cartersville. The
Visitor Center at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video
exhibits and displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early
Native Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center
overlooks the dam and offers many hiking trails. Red Top Mountain State Park
has more than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs. Eight
marinas are located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants.
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water
Park is in Marietta. Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or
departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days
after booking the reservation.

**Camping / Day Use:** A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel
your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities,
etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

**Late Cancellations**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled
between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on
the day after arrival.

Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on
the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also
forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the
original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will
forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00
service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single
night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day
use fee with no service fee charge.

**No-Shows**

Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a
campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day
after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight
facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your
scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time
on your scheduled arrival date.

If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out
time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times
listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00
service fee and forfeit use fees.

**Refunds**

Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled
departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of
departure.

Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional
reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an
additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable
reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation
fee for permits varies by location.

• Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be
issued as a credit to the original bank card.

• Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments
made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will
be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt
and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can
only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon
local policy.

• Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the
Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as
appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all
fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-
refundable in the event of an emergency closure.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Payne Campground sits on the banks of Allatoona Lake, providing visitors with a variety of water activities in the green rolling hills of Georgia.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. 
<br/><br/>
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Allatoona Lake is one of the most frequently visited Corps of Engineers lakes in the nation. Nearly 7 million visitors each year enjoy picnicking, swimming, camping, hunting, fishing, boating and observing wildlife along the 270 miles of shoreline. 
<br/><br/>
The lake is annually stocked with bass, crappie, bream, gar and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Fishing jetties are available at numerous shoreline fishing locations, and a dock is provided at the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Located only 35 miles from Atlanta, Allatoona Lake is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. The serene lake and peaceful surroundings offer visitors respite from the rush of city living.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (678) 721-6700.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>

The city of Acworth and Woodstock are nearby, offering restaurants, shopping, and historic downtown areas. Historic sites like the Etowah Indian Mounds and Booth Western Art Museum are a close drive to the city of Cartersville.

The Visitor Center at Allatoona Lake Project Management Office features video exhibits and displays about the area’s history, ranging from the time of early Native Americans, to the Civil War and to present times. The Visitor Center overlooks the dam and offers many hiking trails. 

Red Top Mountain State Park has more than 15 miles of trails and offers interpretive programs.

Eight marinas are located on Allatoona Lake that offer boat rentals and restaurants.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw and White Water Park is in Marietta.

Zoo Atlanta and Georgia Aquarium are located in Atlanta.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</p>


<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p>


<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</p>


<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</p>


<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</p>



<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</p>


<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</p>

Campsite fees range from $22-$64 per night.

Payne Campground frequent visitor, a blue heron.

Payne Campground Heron.

Payne Campground Dump Station Entrance

Payne Campground

Driveway slope

Payne Boat Ramp Restroom

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 06

Payne Campground Swimming Beach 05

Payne Campground swimming beach.

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 05

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Parking

Payne Campground Dump Station

Payne Campground Tent Sites

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 03

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Dock 2

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Dock 4

Payne Campground Swimming Beach

Payne Campground Boat Ramp.

Payne Campground Bath House

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Dock

Payne Campground Bath House.

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 04

Payne Campground Swimming Beach ADA Accessible

Payne Upper Boat Ramp Parking 2

Payne Campground Swimming Beach 02

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Restroom 2

Payne Campground Swimming Beach 03

Payne Boat Ramp Fee Machine 2

Payne Boat Ramp Fee Machine

Payne Campground Swimming Beach 04

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Parking 02

Payne Campground Boat Ramp 02

Swim Beach.  Payne Campground.

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Dock 3

Payne Upper Boat Ramp Parking

Payne Campground Boat Ramp Parking 03

Payne Campground Allatoona Lake

## Overview

Riverside Park Day Use Area is situated along the Etowah River, a tributary of
the Coosa River. This Day Use Area is downstream of the dam which impounds
Allatoona Lake. The river and peaceful surroundings offer a relaxing getaway
from the nearby city of Atlanta, just 35 miles south. Visitors enjoy various
water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.

## Recreation

Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities
along the 164-mile Etowah River waterway that rises northwest of Dahlonega,
Georgia, north of Atlanta.

## Facilities

Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities
along the 164-mile Etowah River waterway that rises northwest of Dahlonega,
Georgia, north of Atlanta.

## Natural Features

The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak,
maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree.
Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory. The dense hardwood
forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail
deer, squirrels, and chipmunks. From time to time, visitors even spot black
bears roaming the area.

## Nearby Attractions

The City of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah
Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum. The City of Emerson is home to
the Lakepoint Sports Complex. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is
located in Kennesaw; White Water Park is in Marietta, and the Georgia Aquarium
is located in Atlanta.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or
departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days
after booking the reservation.

**Camping / Day Use:** A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel
your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities,
etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling
1-877-444-6777.

**Late Cancellations**

Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled
between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on
the day after arrival.

Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on
the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also
forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the
original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will
forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.

Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00
service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single
night's use will not be assessed a service fee.

Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation
within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day
use fee with no service fee charge.

**No-Shows**

Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a
campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day
after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight
facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your
scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time
on your scheduled arrival date.

If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out
time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times
listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00
service fee and forfeit use fees.

**Refunds**

Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled
departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of
departure.

Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional
reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an
additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable
reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation
fee for permits varies by location.

• Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be
issued as a credit to the original bank card.

• Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments
made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will
be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt
and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can
only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon
local policy.

• Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the
Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as
appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all
fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-
refundable in the event of an emergency closure.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Riverside Park Day Use Area is situated along the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River.  This Day Use Area is downstream of the dam which impounds Allatoona Lake.  The river and peaceful surroundings offer a relaxing getaway from the nearby city of Atlanta, just 35 miles south.  Visitors enjoy various water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities along the 164-mile Etowah River waterway that rises northwest of Dahlonega, Georgia, north of Atlanta.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities along the 164-mile Etowah River waterway that rises northwest of Dahlonega, Georgia, north of Atlanta.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The rolling hills around Allatoona Lake are thickly forested with lush oak, maple, blackgum, dogwood, magnolia, hickory and the occasional pine tree. Ferns and honeysuckle bushes make up the understory. The dense hardwood forests are home to raccoons, opossum, bobcats, red and gray fox, white tail deer, squirrels, and chipmunks. From time to time, visitors even spot black bears roaming the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The City of Cartersville is nearby, offering the Tellus Science Museum, Etowah Indian Mounds, and Booth Western Art Museum.  The City of Emerson is home to the Lakepoint Sports Complex. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is located in Kennesaw; White Water Park is in Marietta, and the Georgia Aquarium is located in Atlanta.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</p>


<p><strong>Camping / Day Use:</strong> A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</p>
<p>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</p>


<p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p>
<p>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</p>
<p>Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</p>
<p>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</p>


<p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p>
<p>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</p>


<p>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</p>



<p><strong>Refunds</strong></p>
<p>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</p>


<p>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</p>
<p>•	Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</p>

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