Let's go fishing! Join the National Park Service for a fun experience in West Palisades at scenic Sandy Point. It doesn't matter if you are a natural-born angler or a beginner, these fishing opportunities are just right for you. All ages are welcome for these catch-and-release programs. This is easy fishing suitable for elementary-aged children. If you are fishing in the river, a life vest is required. Adults (16+) are welcome to fish, too, but MUST POSSESS a Georgia fishing license.
Location: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, West Palisades unit, Akers Mill entrance, Diving Rock Beach and Sandy Point, 2361 Akers Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30339. Park in the gravel lot and follow the trail to the river. Signs at the bottom of the hill direct you to Sandy Point, which is located 100 meters upstream from the restrooms at Diving Rock Beach.
Reservations: No reservations needed for this walk-up event. Programs are cancelled if thunder is present or if river bacteria levels are over 235. BacteriALERT Realtime Monitoring (usgs.gov) Thank you.
Fees
Note: A daily entrance fee or annual pass is required.
Location
Location: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, West Palisades unit, Akers Mill entrance, Diving Rock Beach and Sandy Point, 2361 Akers Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30339. Park in the gravel lot and follow the trail to the river. Signs at the bottom of the hill direct you to Sandy Point, which is located 100 meters upstream from the restrooms at Diving Rock Beach.
Location: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, East Palisades unit, Akers Mill entrance, Diving Rock Beach and Sandy Point, 2361 Akers Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30339. Park in the gravel lot and follow the trail to the river. Signs at the bottom of the hill direct you to Sandy Point, which is located 100 meters upstream from the restrooms at Diving Rock Beach.
