Island Ford "River Ramble" Guided Hike

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

  • Oct 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM
  • Free

Register

You can register for this program on the CNPC website.

Description:  Join National Park Service Ranger Jerry Hightower for a walk around Island Ford Pond and the banks of the Chattahoochee, as well as an optional tour through the historic Hewlett Lodge.  During this program, you will have the opportunity to see the various elements that make up the incredible environment of the Chattahoochee! This could include the oak-hickory forest near the river, former indigenous peoples’ rock shelters, or some of the great blue herons and ospreys that call the river home. After the walk, join us for a brief tour of the historic Hewlett Lodge. 

Difficulty:  Easy

Location:  Island Ford Unit, 1978 Island Ford Parkway, Sandy Springs, GA, 30350. Meet in front of the Visitor Center.

Facilities:  Restroom and water fountain at the Hewlett Lodge Visitor Center

Bring: Water, a hat, comfortable walking shoes, and sunscreen are recommended.

Registration: chattahoocheeparks.org

Limit: 30

Program is free. Park entrance pass ($5 daily or $40 annual) required. To avoid delays, we recommend purchasing a pass in advance here: https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/2626/create/reservation

Fees

Program is free. Park entrance pass ($5 daily or $40 annual) required. To avoid delays, we recommend purchasing a pass in advance here: https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/2626/create/reservation

Location

This hike will begin from the park's Hewlett Lodge Visitor Center

Latitude and Longitude 33.987251, -84.324628

Schedule

Date:

Oct 25, 2026

Time:

10:30 AM

Duration:

2 hours

Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Hike
  • Walk
Tags: chattahoochee river national recreation area, ranger program, guided hikes