Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

About Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is a national recreation area located in Georgia. Summers typically consist of long spells of warm, humid weather. Average highs are in the lower 90's and overnight lows range from the upper 60's to lower 70's. Winters are more variable with highs averaging from the mid 50's to lower 60's while the lows average in the mid 30's. Oftentimes, stretches of mild weather will alternate with cold spells. Spring and Autumn seasons are characterized by much variability from day to day and from year to year.

To find the Island Ford Visitor Center enter the physical address, 8800 Roberts Drive, Sandy Springs, GA 30350, into your GPS unit or your favorite map software. Once you have arrived at the park entrance turn onto Island Ford Parkway and follow the signs to the park headquarters.

💰 Entrance Fees & Passes

The general entrance fee for Chattahoochee River starts at $5 (which commonly covers entry for a single private vehicle and passengers for up to 7 consecutive days). The park offers several fee options: Entrance - Per Person ($5), Entrance - Private Vehicle ($5), Entrance - Motorcycle ($5). If you plan to visit multiple national parks this year, purchasing the America the Beautiful National Parks Annual Pass ($80) is highly cost-effective, as general entry to most parks will quickly offset the pass cost.

🥾 Things to Do

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area offers visitors a diverse selection of outdoor experiences. You can participate in a wide array of activities, most notably Biking, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, and 14 other recreational activities, depending on the season and weather conditions. Path options exist for both casual strollers and expert backcountry adventurers.