Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area: Island Ford

Island Ford Park hosts three miles of hiking trails following the wide-flowing Chattahoochee River in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area north of Atlanta.

Visit Island Ford Park trail guide on atlantatrails.com to learn more.

Hewlett Lodge

Hewlett Lodge was once the summer home of Georgia Superior Court Justice Samuel Hewlett. Construction began in the 1930s, using timber from near the Okefenokee Swamp and stone from Stone Mountain, taking six years to complete. Today it is home to the Island Ford Visitor Center.

Rock overhangs

Prehistoric people would shelter under the large rock overhangs found along the Chattahoochee River. Indian village sites once flourished along this rich corridor of fertile soils.

National Park Service

The National Park Service Chattahoochee River website is a resource for learning more about recreation on and around the river.

Trail maps

• Island Ford North Trail Map (PDF)
• Island Ford South Trail Map (PDF)

Park details

10.464 acres

Amenities

• Fishing
• Walking/hiking trails