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Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Footbridge at Whitewater Creek - Photo by Matt Harr
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An Ancient River in a Modern City

Today the river valley attracts us for so many reasons. Take a solitary walk to enjoy nature’s display, raft leisurely through the rocky shoals with friends, fish the misty waters as the sun comes up, or have a picnic on a Sunday afternoon. Experience your Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
 
Fee Free Weekend MLK

Martin Luther King Jr. weekend - January 14 - 16, 2012

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to America.  In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the National Park Service has declared the weekend of January 14 - 16, 2012 to be a Fee Free Weekend throughout the National Park System. At Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area the $3 entrance fee will be waived.
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Dam water release info

Call For Water Release Schedule Information

Always be aware of rapidly rising river levels on the Chattahoochee River due to water releases from Buford Dam and Morgan Falls Dam. Before entering the water directly below either dam you should STOP, LOOK, & LISTEN.

  • STOP and call for the latest water release schedule from Buford Dam at 770-945-1466) or the new toll free number 1-855-DAM-FLOW) (1-855-326-3569). For the latest water release schedule from Morgan Falls Dam call 404-329-1455. Enter these numbers in your cell phone now and use them!
  • LOOK at the river level, if you can see it rising stay off the river!
  • LISTEN for the warning sirens below Buford Dam, if you hear them stay off the river!

Use the Downstream Flow Rate chart to determine the approximate time for the intial water rise at your location.
 
Purchase an Annual Pass Online!

Purchase Your CRNRA Annual Park Pass Online

You can now purchase your Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Annual Park Pass online at Pay.Gov, a secure government website provided by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
 
 

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Sandy Springs, GA 30350

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(678) 538-1200

Climate

Mild winters with hot, humid summers. Very temperate spring and fall climate.
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