Foothills Landscape Project

The Foothills Landscape project proposes to restore healthy forest habitat and cleaner watersheds across 157,625 acres of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Find out all the details and learn how to stay involved.

Firewood Permits Available for Online Purchase

The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is offering online firewood permits through E-Permits this year.  Click here to purchase your firewood permit online!

Several Recreation Sites Now Available Online at Recreation.gov or on the App

Visitors are now able to find several recreation sites online at Recreation.gov and through the Recreation.gov mobile app where they will be able to purchase passes, permits, and reserve campsites.

Motorized Vehicle Use Rules and Regulations

Road, trail, and area users must comply with the Motor Vehicle Use Map as well as all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. Forest roads are only open to registered vehicles and mopeds in accordance with state law. All other vehicles including “motorized carts”, “low speed vehicles”, “multipurpose off-highway vehicles” and “all-terrain vehicles” are prohibited on Forest Service roads.

Responding to Forest Health Threats

The U.S. Forest Service is moving quickly to assess and respond to an outbreak of Southern Pine Beetles in central Georgia. Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest staff work to protect the health of the national forest. 

Autumn Awareness in the National Forest

Crisp, clear days in the woodlands make this a popular time to hit the trails of Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests.

But if you’re hiking, biking or riding the trails this season, please remember a few key things that will help keep you safe.

History of Fire in the Southern Appalachians

Fire has been an essential natural process in Southern Appalachian oak and pine forests for thousands of years, and its absence over the past century has transformed our forests. Learn more about the fascinating relationship between fire and forest here in Georgia.

Fall Colors - scenic drives and maps

Are you ready for fall color? The National Forests are! Find updates, scenic drives, maps and more all right here.

The best way to enjoy a waterfall? From a safe distance.

Waterfalls are exciting and rivers are a great place to cool off on a hot day, but both pose risks to unprepared visitors. We hope this information helps to make you aware of the hazards so you can enjoy a safe and fun visit to your National Forest in Georgia.

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