Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area (National Park Service)

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area (National Park Service) ServicesService

A day-use river park with 15 land units along 48 miles of the Chattahoochee. People hike, picnic, grill, fish, and float or paddle the river.

Fishing on the ChattahoocheeService

People can fish the river year-round for trout, bass, catfish and other fish, and in Island Ford and Sibley ponds. Georgia fishing rules apply, including special trout rules.

Group picnic area permitsService

Picnic areas are first come, first served for small groups. A group of more than 20 needs a permit to reserve an area.

Island Ford Visitor CenterService

The visitor center is park headquarters in the Island Ford unit. You can buy passes, see exhibits, get free hiking maps and Junior Ranger books, get your passport book stamped, and ask a ranger questions.

Park programs and calendarProgram

The park offers family programs listed on its calendar. Some fill up early and some are cancelled when too few people sign up, so people are asked to register early.

Park volunteeringProgram

The park says it is always looking for volunteers to help keep the river and park clean and cared for.

Rafting, tubing, canoeing and kayakingService

People float or paddle the river in rafts, tubes, canoes and kayaks. The park does not rent boats itself, but permitted outfitters rent them for day use.