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Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Atlanta, GA

The Recreation Area lies within four counties, north and northeast of downtown Atlanta, Georgia. It consists of 16 land units along a 48-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee River. In addition to providing recreational activities such as fishing, hiking, picnicking, and boating, the park contains a wide variety of natural habitats, flora and fauna, nineteenth century historic sites, and Native American archeological sites.

CONTACTS

Email - CHAT_Superintendent@nps.gov

Fax- 770-392-7042

Write to
1978 Island Ford Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30350-3400

Phone
Visitor Information - (770) 399-8074 x221

TRAVEL BASICS

Operating Hours, Seasons
Day-use only. Park is open from dawn to dark all year long.

Dark is defined as 30 minutes after legal sunset and 30 minutes before legal sunrise.

Weather & Climate
Temperate. Short, cool winter. Hot summer. Long, mild fall and spring.

Accessibility
Restrooms, bookstore, and some trails accessible to wheelchairs.

FEES/PERMITS

Activity Fee
PARKING FEE
$2.00 for Day
$25.00 for Annual
Although there are no entrance fees, Chattahoochee NRA has instituted a daily parking fee for all units of the park. An Annual Park Pass is available.

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