Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | ABBOTTS BRIDGE UNIT

Abbotts Bridge Map (click to enlarge)

Abbotts Bridge Map (click to enlarge)


Hiking Trails | Boat Ramp | Picnic Area | Directions


The Abbott’s Bridge Unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area offers visitors a picnic area and a boat ramp suitable for launching all types of watercraft. It also contains one short trail of minimal interest and exercise value.

There is a small fee to enter any of the park units. Day passes and annual Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area passes are available. The day pass is good for entrance into as many park units as you can get to in a day, but it is good for only one day. Annual National Park Passes are also good for entry. For current fees, see the the park’s Fees and Passes web page.

You can purchase a pass at the Island Ford Visitor Center (credit or debit card only, no cash) or online at Recreation.gov, either in advance or at the park using your cell phone. Cash is no longer accepted at the park units. If purchasing a day pass online, you enter your license plate number when purchasing. This is how the park Rangers know which vehicles are parked legally. Park Rangers sporadically patrol the parking lots and will issue tickets for those who have not paid. Keep in mind that this is an entrance fee, not a parking fee, so you need a pass even if you walk or bike into the park. If asked by a Ranger, you must be able to show a hard copy pass or a digital pass on your phone. Passes are required for anyone 16 or older.

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Last updated on May 8, 2024
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