Photo: Tyler Lahti, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opened in 2011, Chattahoochee Bend showcases a spectacular tract of wilderness in northwest Coweta County. Located in a graceful bend of the Chattahoochee River, the park is a haven for paddlers, campers and anglers.
At 2,910 acres, Chattahoochee Bend is one of Georgia’s largest state parks, protecting five miles of river frontage. A boat ramp provides easy access to the water, while 12 miles of wooded trails, including the 5.5-mile Riverside Trail, are open for hiking and nature photography. An observation platform provides nice views of the river and forest.
- Address425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263
- Park Hours7 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily (gates lock at 10 p.m., no late access)
- Office Hours8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Parking Fee$10 per vehicle (ParkPass)
- Park Phone770-254-7271
- Campsite & Cottage Reservations1-800-864-7275
Park Amenities
- 2,910 acres
- 5 miles of Chattahoochee River frontage
- 6 cottages
- 37 tent, trailer & RV campsites
- 12 tent walk-in campsites
- 8 riverside platform campsites
- 8 backcountry campsites
- 1 Adirondack group camping area
- 2 picnic shelters
- Boat ramp
- 12 miles of hiking trails
- 4.3 miles of biking trails
- Observation platform
- Fishing
- Playground
- GeoCaching
- Gift shop
Paddling the Chattahoochee
Canoeing and kayaking are some of the most popular ways to see the park, and the boat ramp puts you right on the river. Plan to bring your own boat: the park does not rent canoes or kayaks, except as part of its guided Hike and Paddle programs. Call the park office for the program schedule.
Camping & Cottages
Although most of the park has been left in its natural state, campers have many options for staying overnight within park boundaries. Bathhouses with hot showers are a short walk from most campsites, and covered picnic shelters may be rented for birthday parties, reunions and other gatherings.
RV & Trailer Sites
RV owners will enjoy the camping section with sunny pull-through and back-in sites. The park has 37 tent, trailer and RV campsites in all.
Tent Camping
Tent campers can choose from riverfront platform sites, walk-in sites and traditional developed campsites, plus backcountry sites for those who want to hike or paddle in.
Adirondack Shelters
For a unique camping experience, the park offers screened Adirondack-style shelters for individuals and groups.
Cottages
Two-bedroom, two-bath cottages, each with a screened porch, fire pit and grill. One bathroom has a walk-in shower and the other a tub-shower combination.
Photos
Wooded Trails12 miles of hiking, including the Riverside Trail
Observation TowerA lookout over the river and forest
Photos via Wikimedia Commons: Eric Vaughn from Rome, Ga, CC BY 2.0; Tyler Lahti, CC BY-SA 4.0.