Reservations (800) 864-7275
Park
(706) 422-1932
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for July 3-5 weekend!
Backcountry Campsite, Pioneer Campsites, Walk-in Campsites
(as of June 30, 2009 - availability updates are posted every Tuesday)
Fort Mountain derives its name from an ancient 855-foot-long rock wall which stands on the highest point of the mountain. The mysterious wall is thought to have been built by Indians as fortification against other more hostile Indians or for ancient ceremonies. Situated in the Chattahoochee National Forest close to the Cohutta Wilderness area, this park offers a variety of outdoor activities. Hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders will find some of the most beautiful trails in northern Georgia. Most wind through hardwood forest and blueberry thickets, occasionally crossing streams and providing spectacular vistas. During the summer, children will enjoy the sand beach located on a clear mountain lake, as well as miniature golf and pedal boat rental.
Naturalist Cabin Open House
From 1 - 4 p.m. on Sundays, stop by the naturalist cabin near the park entrance. Make a souvenir before you leave the park, see mounted bears, deer, wild boar, a coyote, turkey, raccoon, fox and a hawk. Visitors can also meet live fish, insects, frogs, turtles and snakes.
Campfire and Camp Stories
Bring your marshmallows and skewers to this weekly gathering at the lakeside naturalist area. Friday nights, 6 - 8 p.m.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Notice: Gates lock at 10PM. No late access.
Office Hours: 8AM-5PM
FACILITIES:
- 3,712 Acres
- 17-Acre Lake with Swimming Beach (Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day weekend)
- 70 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($23-$25) - cable TV hookups
- 4 Walk-in Campsites ($12)
- 6 Platform Campsites ($12)
- 15 Cottages ($120-$140) -- #5 and #6 are dog friendly. ($40 per dog, max 2)
- 7 Picnic Shelters ($35-$45)
- Group Shelter (seats 80, $110, seasonal)
- Pioneer Campground ($40)
- Backcountry Campsites ($6/person)
- Naturalist Cabin
ACTIVITIES:
- Hiking and Backpacking - 14 miles of trails
- Mountain Biking - 27 miles of trails
- Fishing Boat, Canoe and Pedal Boat Rental (May 24 - August 31: Tuesday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.; September - October: Saturday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
- Miniature Golf (May 24 - August 31: Tuesday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.; September - October: Saturday - Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
- Horseback Riding - 25 miles of trails, horse rentals, stables
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Events
July 4th Activities
Saturday, Jul 4, 2009 10 AM to 11:30 AM
| At 10 a.m., meet "Kas" the rescue dog and her trainer, Melinda. Learn how to stay safe and be easily found if you ever become lost in the woods. At 5 p.m. enjoy country music by Ralph and Harold from Tennessee. $5 parking. 706-422-1932. |
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Georgia Travelers Band Concert
Saturday, Jul 11, 2009 5 PM to 6:30 PM
| This Tennessee band will play country and bluegrass music near the Naturalist Area. Donations accepted for band travel. $5 parking. 706-422-1932. |
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Gold Panning
Saturday, Jul 25, 2009 9 AM to 4 PM
| Pan for gold and watch nature movies. $5 parking. 706-422-1932. |
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Leap of Faith Concert
Saturday, Jul 25, 2009 5 PM to 6:30 PM
| Join us at lakeside Naturalist Area for Chrisitan music. Donations accepted for band travel. $5 parking. 706-422-1932. |
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Insect Identification
Saturday, Jul 25, 2009 7 PM to 9 PM
| Meet at the Naturalist Area where we'll capture and identify insects, then let them go. $5 parking. 706-422-1932. |
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