Picnicking
Next to streams, across from mountain lakes or nestled deep in the woods, the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest has many prime locations for picnicking. Group and general picnicking are available in the forest.
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Angel Falls Trailhead
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The Angel Fall Trailhead has 2 locations. The first is located in Loop 2, area 2 of the Rabun Beach Campground that is not available during the Winter season. This is mostly an easy trail with a…
Anna Ruby Falls Recreation Area
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Visit twin waterfalls plunging more than 150 feet (tallest) on the paved trail from the visitor information center. While there enjoy a picnic at any of our picnic sites or take a short walk on the…
Barnes Creek Picnic Area
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Barnes Creek is a simple picnic area with a small waterfall nearby.
Blue Ridge Ranger District
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The Blue Ridge Ranger District is the central part of the Chattahoochee National Forest. The district office is on the north side of US Highway 76, 1.5 miles west of the intersection of US 76 and US…
Boggs Creek Recreation Area
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Find out more by reading these FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS about Boggs Creek Recreation AreaFor great camping options, visitors are encouraged to make use of nearby areas on the national forest,…
Brasstown Bald Visitor Information Center
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Located within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, the Brasstown Bald Visitor Information Center is the highest point in Georgia, rising 4,784 feet above sea level
Broad River Trail
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Located in Stephens County in the Lake Russell WMA near Frady Branch trail system, this trail is excellent for novice hikers and offers a chance to experience first-hand the hard work put forth by…
Chattooga River District
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The Chattooga River Ranger District covers 261,035 acres in the northeast part of Georgia. Terrain ranges from the Piedmont in the southern part of the district to Georgia's second highest mountain,…
Conasauga Ranger District
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The Conasauga Ranger District covers the western third of the Chattahoochee National Forest. A diverse set of landscapes make up the Conasauga district, from the ridges and valleys west of Interstate…
Deep Hole Recreation Area
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Located along the banks of a big turn in the Toccoa River just north of Suches, GA, this small campground and recreation area offers camping, canoeing and fishing. This is a great place for year…