Georgia's Ft. Mountain State Park

Discover Ft. Mountain State Park - 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 3712-acre park offers a variety of outdoor activities.

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Park Amenities

Park is located in the Chattahoochee National Forests and close to the Cohutta Wilderness Forest.

It features ancient 855 foot-long rock wall that stands on the highest mountain point in GA.

70 tent, RV and trailer campsites cable TV hookups

pioneer campground

back country campsites

6 platform campsites

4 walk-in campsites

15 cottages - #5 and #6 are dog friendly

7 picnic shelters

group shelter that seats 80 people

17-acre lake with swimming beach

seasonal pedal and fishing boat rentals

seasonal miniature golf

25-mile mountain bike trail - fee

14 miles of nature hiking and backpacking trails

25 miles horseback riding trails

Mobility impaired accessibility

party facilities.

Campgrounds

50 foot Campsites hold the following equipment: 1 tent, 2 tents, a pop-up trailer, a trailer up to 50', or a motorhome up to 50'. Each site has water, 20 & 30 amp electrical service, cable, picnic table, grill, and fire ring. Comfort station has washer/dryer. Maximum 6 people per site. Maximum 2 vehicles per site. White sites are 50 foot.

Tent Walk-In Campsites hold the following equipment: 1 or 2 tents. Sites are located 237 feet from the parking area. Each site has a picnic table, grill, and water. There is a bathhouse located in the main campground. Tents must be pitched on designated tent pads. Each pad will hold up to two tents with a maximum of 6 people.

Platform Campsite - Site is located 200-400 feet from parking area. The platform is made of wood with a tin roof. There is water on site and a fire ring but no electricity. Only one tent is permitted but sleeping bags and pads are allowed under the shelter. Comfort station is in the main campground.

Pioneer Site - This is a primitive, rugged site for groups only. Site is off to itself, 520 feet from parking area. Shelter is a 10x14 Adirondack shelter with no water or electricity. Outhouse on site. Tents are permitted in the immediate shelter area. Only one fire is permitted and it must be in the existing fire ring. Minimum 10 persons.

Backcountry Campsite known as #1 Hogpen: Backpacking only. Located 1.4 miles from trail head. Moderate terrain. Water may be available from wet weather creeks. Campers must arrive in time to allow at least 1 hour of hiking before dark as no permits are issued for night hikes. Obtain permit in park office during normal hours. Backcountry Campsite known as #2 Goldmine: Backpacking only. No water source. Located 3.3 miles from trail head. Campers must arrive in time to allow at least 1 hour of hiking before dark as no permits are issued for night hikes. Obtain permit in park office during normal hours. Backcountry Campsite known as #3 Moonshine: Backpacking only. Water source 150 yds east of campsite. Primarily wet weather stream. Located 2.5 miles from trail head. Campers must arrive in time to allow at least 1 hour of hiking before dark as no permits are issued for night hikes. Obtain permit in park office during normal hours. Backcounty Campsite #4 known as Rock Creek: Backpacking only. 20-25 minute hike to site. Water may be available from wet weather creek. Fire pit only. Park in Cool Springs or Fort parking lot. Campers must arrive in time to allow at least 1 hour of hiking before dark as no permits are issued for night hikes. Obtain permit in park office during normal hours.

Cottages

2 Bedroom Cottges - Cottage 1 is ADA accessible. Each bedroom has two double beds and one full bath. Sleeps 8. Bed and bath linens provided. Fireplace (wood not provided). Heat/AC. Cable TV. No phone. Screened porch on #'s 1,2 3 & 4. Large open deck on #'s 6, 7, 9 10, 12 & 14. Grill and picnic table outside. Fully equipped kitchen has stove/oven, coffee maker, pots/pans, dishes, utensils, cups/glasses, refrigerator, & dishwasher. Bed and bath linens provided.

3 Bedroom Cottges - Two bedrooms have two double beds. Third has one double bed. Sleeps 10. Has two full baths. Bed and bath linens provided. Fireplace (wood not provided). Heat/AC. Cable TV. No phone. Screened porch on #5, Large open deck on #'s 8,11,13 & 15. Grill and picnic table outside. Fully equipped kitchen has stove/oven, coffee maker, pots/pans, dishes, utensils, cups/glasses, refrigerator, & dishwasher. Bed and bath linens provided.

Group Shelters

End shelter. Beautiful lake/beach view, screened building. Has restrooms, grills, tables/chairs, stove, & refrigerator. Also has wheelchair ramp and accessible restrooms available. Max capacity 80. All visitors are required to have parkpass.

Picnic Shelters

Picnic Shelter #1: Open-sided covered shelter. Located 200 yds from lake. Has water, electricity, tables, and grills. Restrooms 100 yds away. All visitors are required to have ParkPass. Picnic Shelter #2: Open-sided covered shelter. Across street from group shelter and to beach. Has water, electricity, tables, and grills. Picnic shelter is the most accessible to restrooms (50 yards). All visitors are required to have ParkPass. Picnic Shelter #3: Open-sided covered shelter. Shelter near mini golf and next to playground. Has water, electricity, tables, and grills. 100 yds to restrooms. Short walking distance to lake. All visitors are required to have ParkPass. Picnic Shelter #4: Open-sided covered shelter with deck. Shelter next to playground. Has water, electricity, tables, and grills. Restrooms 60 yds away. Short walking distance to lake. All visitors are required to have ParkPass. Picnic Shelter #6: Open-sided covered shelter. Located at old fort area away from main day use activities. 60 yds from restrooms. Lights and electrical outlets under shelter. Easy walking distance to the old fort. CCC era structure. All visitors are required to have ParkPass. Picnic Shelter #7: Open-sided covered shelter. Located at old fort area away from main day use activities. About 50 yds from restrooms. Shelter has fireplace. Lights and electrical outlets under shelter. Fireplace. Easy walking distance to the old fort. CCC era structure. All visitors are required to have ParkPass.

Hours and Fees

Park Hours - 7 am - 10 pm - $5 Parking Fee

Contact, Address, Driving Directions and Map

Phone: 706-695-2621 at 8 am - 5 pm
Campsite and Cottage Reservations: 1-800-864-7275
Address: 181 Fort Mountain Park Road, Chatsworth, GA 30705
Located 8 miles east of Chatsworth via GA Hwy 52. Take I-75 Exit #333 off I-75 toward GA Hwy. Park Facilities Map

Reservations Cancellation Policy

Cancellation of a reservation must be made at least 3 days prior to the date of arrival in order to receive a refund. A $10 cancellation/handling fee per reservation will be charged. Changes in arrival date made less than 3 days prior to the scheduled arrival will constitute a cancellation and forfeit of the deposit. 7-14 day Cottage Reservation Guidelines: All cancellations received 30 days in advance will receive deposit refund minus the $10 cancellation fee per facility.

If a customer requests to cancel less then 30 days in advance but before 72 hours of arrival, the customer may request refund in witting to the site. If cottage is rebooked for the time period originally reserved, site will have Customer Service issue a full refund to the customer minus $10 cancellation fee. If reservation is cancelled within 72 hours of arrival date no refund of the one night deposit will be given. Deposits are required for all reservations. Credit card deposits are posted when the reservation is made.

Check-in - Check-in is between 1 pm and 10 pm and check-out is before 1 pm. Campers must register and present a reservation confirmation before setting up. If you do not arrive on the first night of your stay, you will be counted as a no-show, your reservation will be cancelled, and you will forfeit your deposit.

Reservation Changes (Changes in arrival dates, transfers, etc.)
You may make one change without a charge, provided a 3-day notice is given. Additional changes will incur a $10 per reservation handling fee.