President Jimmy Carter and some of the original "Friends of the River" at the signing of the Act of Congress that created the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area on August 15, 1978.
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The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area owes its existence to the hard work and dedication of a small group of people. Thanks to their efforts during the 1970s, 48 miles of the Chattahoochee River was preserved for the use and enjoyment of all people, then, now, and in the future. Now is the time to see how you can join in the support of your park, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
Do Your Part
Volunteer for a few hours or a lifetime in the park.
Purchase books and gifts at the parks Cooperating Associations Bookstore at the parks Visitor Contact Station in the historic Hewlett Lodge at Island Ford.
Participate in our Schedule of Events to learn about the park's natural and cultural resources.
Keep informed on park issues and provide comment during Park Planning processes.
Take pride in your park and help protect it for future generations by knowing and obeying the park Laws & Policies, including, but not limited to:
keeping dogs leashed
picking up after your pet
not bringing glass containers on the river
properly disposing of fishing line
not using metal detectors
not disturbing the plants and animals
packing out litter
and please recycle!
Last updated: March 8, 2024
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Contact Info
Mailing Address:
1978 Island Ford Parkway
Sandy Springs,
GA
30350
Phone:
678-538-1200
Call 770-992-6585 for non-emergency law enforcement assistance for any event that does not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of visitors or employees. Examples of when to call 770-992-6585 are for property crime (car break-ins, vandalism), suspicious activity, or a threat to the park's resources (digging).
Dial 911 when there is a direct threat to the health and safety of visitors or employees. Examples of when to dial 911 are for missing person, fire, physical altercation, or injury.
