The Chattahoochee River

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Locations in Sandy Springs include Island Ford Park, Powers Island Park, and East Palisades Park.

Sandy Springs features more than 20 miles of shoreline along the Chattahoochee River, supporting a variety of outdoor recreation activities.

The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area extends across a 48-mile section of the river and includes 15 park units beginning downstream from Buford Dam at Lake Lanier and ending near Peachtree Creek in metro Atlanta.

The recreation area includes approximately 75 miles of trails for hiking, walking, running, and biking.

The Sandy Springs park units provide opportunities for:

• Picnicking
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Wildlife viewing
• River access and paddling activities

Visitors may also rent rafts, kayaks, or canoes from local outfitters for river recreation activities along the Chattahoochee.

Contact Information

Phone: (678) 538-1200

Website: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area – National Park Service