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Overview

Reregulation Dam Day Use Area is actually two day use areas situated on the North and South Sides of the Coosawattee River. Both areas provide picnic sites, fishing piers and water access. The South Regulation Area encompasses an award winning nature trail that has an easy hike rating and can be enjoyed by all. The North Regulation Area contains a shelter that can be reserved.

Recreation

Fishing is a popular activity at the Reregulation Dam. Major species include bass (hybrid, striped and spotted) crappie, walleye, bream and catfish.

Facilities

The area provides picnic sites, restrooms, fishing piers, and water access.

Shelter (CL-46) seating capacity is 100 people maximum and parking capacity of 50 vehicles.

Natural Features

Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of foothills scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. It covers 3,200 surface acres and has 62 miles of undeveloped shoreline.

Nearby Attractions

The Cities of Ellijay and Chatsworth are about 30 minutes away, offering restaurants, grocery stores, and fuel, along with other amenities.

Nearby Activities

• Fishing
• Hiking
• Day use area
• Birding

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Directions

From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North until Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North, travel approximately 30 miles; take a right onto Georgia Highway 136 East; proceed across railroad tracks; turn left onto Old Highway 411 North, continue approximately 3/4 mile; turn right into Reregulation Dam Day Use Area.

Re-Reg
10493 Old Hwy 411
Chatsworth, GA 30705

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 36′ 12.4801″ N

Longitude 84° 41′ 40.3199″ W

Overview

Woodring Day Use Area is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including camping, hiking, boating, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and picnicking.

Recreation

Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty. Whether in a powerboat or sailboat on the open water or paddling along the shoreline in a canoe, Carters Lake offers enjoyable boating experiences for everyone. Fishing is a popular activity on the lake. Major species include bass (largemouth, smallmouth, hybrid, striped and spotted) crappie, walleye, bream and catfish.

Facilities

Woodring Day Use Area provides boaters with a launch ramp with two lanes and courtesy dock. The area also provides ample picnic sites and restrooms.

The shelter (CL-11) seating capacity is 50 people maximum and parking capacity of 25 vehicles.

Natural Features

Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of foothills scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. It covers 3,200 surface acres and has 62 miles of undeveloped shoreline.

Nearby Attractions

The City of Ellijay is about 30 minutes away, offering restaurants, grocery stores and fuel, along with other amenities.

Charges & Cancellations

Please review the rules and reservation policies link at the bottom of the page.

Nearby Activities

• Biking
• Boating
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Hunting
• Day use area
• Mountain biking
• Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Birding

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Directions

From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North until Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North, travel approximately 30 miles; take a right onto Georgia Highway 136 East; proceed across railroad tracks; turn left onto Old Highway 411 North, continue approximately six (6) miles and turn right onto Highway 76, travel approximately 3.5 miles and turn right onto Woodring Branch Road; proceed almost five (5) miles and continue straight into Woodring Branch Day Use Area.

Woodring
5600 Woodring Branch Road
Ellijay, GA 30540

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 37′ 3.1300″ N

Longitude 84° 38′ 23.5399″ W

This recreation area is part of Carters Lake

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Latitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ S

Longitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ W

This recreation area is part of Carters Lake

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Latitude 34° 39′ 1.2744″ N

Longitude 84° 35′ 56.5476″ W

This recreation area is part of Carters Lake

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Latitude 34° 36′ 5.9832″ N

Longitude 84° 39′ 6.8976″ W

Overview

Woodring Branch Campground is located in the North Georgia Mountains on the beautiful Carters Lake Project, which is just a short 70 miles north of Atlanta. Carters Lake provides clean, safe, and quiet campgrounds that help you escape the hustle and bustle of your day to day routine and relax with your family. Woodring Branch offers boating, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking at the day use area, and many other summer activities.

Woodring Branch has two different loop style trails from from easy to moderate. Amadahy and the Oak Ridge Nature trail will ensure a great family hiking experience as they both include a wide diversity of plants, animals, and scenic views.

The campground has 2 boat ramps with limited boat trailer parking spaces for all your boating needs. Woodring branch at Carters Lake has something for everyone, no matter what your hobbies are.

Recreation

Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty. Whether in a powerboat or sailboat on the open water or paddling along the shoreline in a canoe, Carters Lake offers enjoyable boating experiences for everyone.

Fishing is a popular activity on the lake. Major species include bass (largemouth, smallmouth, hybrid, striped and spotted), crappie, walleye, bream and catfish. Bank fishing locations are limited due to steep shoreline terrain, but six boat ramps are scattered around the shoreline, offering easy access to the lake.

The Amadahy Trail is located in the Woodring Branch Recreation Area. This 3.5-mile loop is excellent for beginners with flat to rolling terrain. Bikers and hikers are treated to beautiful views of Carters Lake along most of trail’s length.

Facilities

This heavily wooded campground offers many sites with scenic lake views. Electric hookups are available at many of the campsites. Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. Additional amenities include a children’s playground and a dump station. A boat ramp and swimming area are on-site.

Natural Features

Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of foothills scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. It covers 3200 surface acres and has 62 miles of undeveloped shoreline.

Charges & Cancellations

Please review rules and reservation policies at the bottom of the page.

Nearby Activities

• Boating
• Camping
• Fishing
• Hiking

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Directions

From Atlanta, take I-75 north to Exit 293; follow Highway 411 north. Turn right on Highway 136, then left on old Highway 411. Turn right on Highway 282/76. Campground is located 4.5 miles off Highway 282.

From Ellijay, GA, take Highway 282/76 west for 11 miles to the access road and follow signs to the campground.

Physical Address, 5600, Woodring Branch Rd, Ellijay,GA,30540

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 40′ 14.0002″ N

Longitude 84° 33′ 0.0000″ W

Overview

Doll Mountain Campground is located in the North Georgia Mountains on beautiful Carters Lake, Which is just a short 70 miles north of Atlanta. Carters Lake provides clean, safe, and quiet campgrounds that help you escape the hustle and bustle of your day to day routine and relax with your family. Doll Mountain offers boating, picnicking at the day use area, and many other summer time activities.

Doll Mountain, one of the larger campgrounds offering 68 campsites to choose from.The majority of them are RV hook ups, so you can enjoy the great outdoors while remaining comfortable with your family.

Doll Mountain also provides easy access to the water with its own boat ramp and boat trailer parking area.
Facilities include, play grounds, covered seating areas, and two large, clean restrooms which include washers and dryers for your convenience.

Doll Mountain guarantees a pleasant camping experience and several summer activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Recreation

Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty. Whether in a powerboat or sailboat on the open water or paddling along the shoreline in a canoe, Carters Lake offers enjoyable boating experiences for everyone.

Fishing is a popular activity on the lake. Major species include bass (largemouth, smallmouth, hybrid, striped and spotted) crappie, walleye, bream and catfish.

Bank fishing locations are limited due to steep shoreline terrain, but six boat ramps are scattered around the shoreline, offering easy access to the lake.

Facilities

The heavily wooded campground contains RV and tent-only sites, many of which have electric hookups. Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. Additional amenities include a children’s playground and a dump station.

Natural Features

Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of foothills scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of north Georgia. It covers 3,200 surface acres and has 62 miles of undeveloped shoreline.

Nearby Attractions

Ridgeway Park and the Woodring Branch Recreation Area are each located within a 45-minute drive from Doll Mountain Campground. Hiking and mountain biking trails in each park offer beautiful scenery and a mix of easy to challenging terrain.

Nearby Activities

• Boating
• Camping
• Fishing

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Directions

From Atlanta, take I-75 north to Exit 293, then Highway 411 north to Highway 136. Turn right on Highway 136 and follow to Highway 382. Turn left on Highway 382 and look for signs to the campground– access road is directly across from the volunteer fire station.

Physical address is 1362 Doll Mountain Road,Ellijay, GA 30540

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 36′ 47.9999″ N

Longitude 84° 37′ 26.0000″ W

Overview

Toto Creek Campground lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to picnicking and boating.
The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and access to recreational activities. Each year, over 11 million people come to visit the lake.

Recreation

Toto Creek Campground offers many outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, swimmming and boating. The park also features a small walking path with its own picnic tables and grills.
A boat ramp provides greater access to water activities.

Facilities

Each campsite offers an impact pad with a picnic table, fire pit, and lantern hangar. A communal water hydrant is located near site #1. Restroom is located near park entrance.

Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres of water, 692 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.

Nearby Attractions

The cities of Dawsonville and Dalonega provide lots of attractions for visitors, including shopping, restaurants, museums and much more. Amicalola Falls Sate Park is just a half hour drive Northwest of the campground.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations must be made via the online/phone reservation system.

Nearby Activities

• Boating
• Camping
• Fishing
• Picnicking
• Day use area
• Swimming
• Water access

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Directions

Physical address is 154 Toto Creek Park Rd., Dawsonville, GA 30506
From Georgia Highway 400 North, exit left for Harmony Church Rd. heading east; stay straight onto Price Rd.; turn right on Toto Creek Park Rd.; turn right to continue on Toto Creek Park Rd.; road dead ends into park.
From Georgia Highway 400 South, exit right for Harmony Church Rd. heading east; stay straight onto Price Rd.; turn right on Toto Creek Park Rd.; turn right to continue on Toto Creek Park Rd.; road dead ends into park.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 23′ 41.7998″ N

Longitude 83° 59′ 12.4001″ W

Overview

Lanier Park lies just north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking and boating.
The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit.

Recreation

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

Facilities

Lanier Park offers access to a designated swim beach, picnic areas and restrooms.

Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier Islands.

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Directions

Physical address is 1360 Buford Dam Rd., Buford, GA 30518.

From Georgia Highway 400, take exit 14 to Highway 20 east, turn left onto Sanders Road, at first stop sign turn right on Buford Dam Road. After crossing the dam, turn left when you see a Lanier Park sign.

From Interstate 85, take exit 111 and head north on Lawrencville-Suwanee Road. Continue approximately 10 miles to Buford Dam Road. Turn right on Buford Dam Road, turn left at the Lanier Park sign.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 9′ 13.1400″ N

Longitude 84° 3′ 20.4599″ W

Overview

Little Hall Park lies approximately 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier. The site features beautiful views of the lake as well as excellent access to swimming, picnicking, and boating.
The lake, named for the poet, Sidney Lanier, is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities. Each year, approximately 11.8 million people come to visit.

Recreation

Visitors can access the Laurel Ridge Hiking Trail from multiple locations and parks. The trail is a 3.5 mile loop that offers great views of the lake and Chattahoochee River. Fisherman can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, catfish and panfish. Activities include fishing, swimming, wake boarding, kayaking and hiking.

Facilities

Lanier Park offers access to a designated swim beach, picnic areas and restrooms.

Natural Features

Lake Lanier boasts 38,000 surface acres, 690 miles of shoreline and over 100 small islands. Its location in the forested foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains, makes for a beautiful backdrop to any activity.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby attractions include boat ramps, other USACE parks, and Lake Lanier Islands.

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Directions

Physical address is 3501 Dawsonville Hwy., Gainesville, GA 30504.

From Georgia Highway 400, take exit 17, turn right onto Hwy. 306 and follow signs for Hwy. 53, turn right onto Hwy. 53, turn right into Little Hall Park.

From Interstate 985, take exit 16 and turn left onto Hwy. 53. Follow signs for Hwy. 53 west, turn left into Little Hall Park.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 18′ 50.3302″ N

Longitude 83° 56′ 39.9901″ W