Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Located in north and central Georgia are the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. Georgia's national forests are said to be a hiker's paradise. Winding trails lead visitors through scenic mountains and rolling hills, by wild rushing rivers and cascading waterfalls. The famous 2,135-mile Appalachian Trail begins here and hardy hikers don't see the end until they reach Maine! Drive along the Ridge and Valley Scenic Byway, which tours the Armuchee Ridges of the Appalachian Mountains. Don't forget to stop at Brasstown Bald, Georgia's highest peak at 4,784 feet. Unlike the tall peaks of the Chattahoochee, the Oconee National Forest is relatively flat with small hills.
Driving Directions
The Chattahoochee located in north Georgia can be accessed from Atlanta via your choice of I985, I75, I575 or State highway 15. The Oconee located southeast of Atlanta can be accessed via I75 to State highway 14. See our locator map for help locating us.
For Visitors...
The things to do at Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests are bike riding, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, water sports, wildlife viewing, off-highway vehicles and learning about the history. Visitors taking a northwest Georgia vacation can find camping spots or RV spaces here. There's a picnic area and eating places.Find other northwest Georgia area lakes and vacation ideas or return to the home page.