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West Point Lake
Fishing is probably the most popular activity on West Point Lake. A dozen creeks and more than 40 square miles of lake provide plenty of good fishing spots for the thousands of anglers who fish here regularly. The lake abounds with bass, catfish, crappie and bream. Bank fishing is excellent at many locations, including public fishing piers at Hardley Creek Park, Rocky Point Park, and McGee Bridge Park. All of the piers provide access for persons with disabilities. Preteens and visitors with disabilities can also fish in a pond at Hardley Creek Park.
RecAreaDirections
From Atlanta, take I-85 S to Exit 14 into LaGrange. From LaGrange take US 29 South 16 miles, the visitor center is on the right. From Auburn/Opelika take I-85 N to Georgia exit 2. Go left then go right on US 29N. The visitor center is on the left.
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Permits info
Direction
Leave Hwy 395 at Toms Place. Follow Rock Creek Road to Rock Creek Lake where there is paved hiker parking. An alternate trail starts from the pack station above Rock Creek Lake.
Important Information
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Tamarack Lakes Area:
- No campfires in this area.
- Food and refuse must be stored so that animals cannot get into the food or trash.
- Check the area map for the correct trail name. Trips going toward Little Lakes Valley, Mono Pass or Hilton are a different reservation.
- This area is near Bighorn Sheep habitat. Use of pack goats is not advised in order to protect the health of the wild sheep.
- John Muir Wilderness Regulations Apply
- Deadline: Reservation will be canceled unless the permit pick up instructions are completed before the deadline. Instructions are in the confirmation letter.
- Only the group leader or alternate leader may pick up the permit; the person picking up the permit must be going on the wilderness trip.
- BE SURE YOUR DATES AND TRAIL ARE CORRECT The entire group must start on the trail on the entry date listed. Reservations cannot be changed or transferred
USFS Webpage for: Tamarack Lakes.
Long Description
Climbing the slope above the eastern shore of Rock Creek Lake, the Tamarack Lake Trail offers non-wilderness travel options along the shoulder of Wheeler Ridge and Sand Canyon Road. To enter the John Muir wilderness, follow the east fork of Rock Creek into a broad valley and on to Kenneth and Dorothy Lakes. The side trail to Francis Lake is not recommended for stock. At the upper end of the valley the trail climbs to Tamarack Lake and Buck Lake near the top of Wheeler Ridge. Other trails in Rock Creek Canyon have separate quotas. Refer to the area map for trail names.
Facilities
Eagleview Park Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Eagleview Park offers wonderful views of the West Point Dam and Lake at the southernmost portion of the reservoir. Fishing and picnicking are two of the most popular activities at this park. A pavilion is available for reservations for larger groups. Eagleview Park offers easy trail access to mountain bikers and hikers
Facilities
Eagleview Group Shelter offers water, electricity, restrooms, and a playground
Nearby Attractions
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Earl Cook Recreation Area Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Earl Cook Recreation Area offers a wide variety of recreational activities. Boat launching facilities are available all year. Seasonally, the swim beach, two picnic pavilions, ball fields, and a playground are open to the public. With a wide variety of activities and easy access from Interstate 85, Earl Cook is becoming a very popular day-use destination.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Hardley Creek Park Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Hardley Creek Park is the only Corps of Engineers park operated south of the West Point Dam and Powerhouse. Offering unique wildlife viewing opportunities along with ample picnic and fishing areas, Hardley Creek is very popular among local visitors. Paved walking trails and kayak/canoe launch facilities are also available.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Horace King Park Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Horace King Park, conveniently located along the Chattahoochee River, offers great access to the reservoir or to the upper rivers and creeks. Horace King offers a boat launch, picnic sites, and a reservable shelter area for groups.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Long Cane Recreation Area Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Long Cane Park, located conveniently between West Point and LaGrange, GA, offers many wonderful recreational opportunities. Hiking trails, boat launching, picnic sites, and group picnic shelters are all available at Long Cane Park.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
McGee Bridge Park Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
McGee Bridge Park, located near LaGrange, GA, is one of only three parks on West Point Lake offering a fishing pier. Along with the fishing pier, picnic sites and a boat launch facility are available.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Rocky Point Recreation Area Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Rocky Point Recreational Area includes one of three designated swim areas on West Point Lake, operated from May through Labor Day each year. Picnic sites, boat launch facilities, and a fishing pier are open year-round.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Veasey Creek Park Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Veasey Creek Park facilities include a boat launch, two group picnic shelters, and numerous individual picnic sites. Veasey Creek Park offers quick water access to boaters who wish to fish Veasey Creek and Stroud Creek.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Yellowjacket Creek Recreation Area Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Yellowjacket Creek Recreation Area offers a designated swim beach and boat launching facilities. The boat launch facilities open year-round, while the swim beach is operated from May through Labor Day annually.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Anderson Park Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Anderson Park, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is located northwest of the West Point Dam and Powerhouse. The park offers year-round boat launching facilities, numerous picnic sites and good access for bank fishing.
Recreation
Anderson Group Shelter is located near the shoreline of West Point Lake with easy access for bank fishing and a boat ramp for access to the lake.
Facilities
Anderson Group Shelter offers two tables, grill and restrooms.
Natural Features
Anderson Group Shelter is located on the shoreline of West Point Lake which extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line and has 525 miles of shoreline.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Glass Bridge Park Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Glass Bridge Park, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, offers boat launching facilities year-round. There are also numerous picnic sites and good access for bank fishing.
Recreation
Glass Bridge Group Shelter is located near the shoreline of West Point Lake with easy access for bank fishing and a boat ramp for access to the lake.
Facilities
Glass Bridge offers three tables, grill and restrooms.
Natural Features
Glass Bridge Group Shelter is located on the shoreline of West Point Lake which extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line and has 525 miles of shoreline.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
R Shaefer Heard Day Use Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
R Shaefer Heard Day Use Park, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is located on the southern end of West Point Lake, near R. Shaefer Heard Campground. This park offers a variety of recreational opportunities such as hiking/biking trails, boat launching, picnic sites and good access for bank fishing.
Recreation
R Shaefer Heard Day Use is located near the shoreline of West Point Lake with easy access for bank fishing and a boat ramp for access to the lake.
Facilities
R Shaefer Heard Day Use offers two group shelters with two tables, grill, and restrooms each.
Natural Features
R Shaefer Heard Day Use is located on the shoreline of West Point Lake which extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line and has 525 miles of shoreline.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
Sunny Point Park Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Sunny Point Park, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is located west of LaGrange with year-round boat launching facilities, numerous picnic sites and access for bank fishing.
Recreation
Sunny Point Group Shelter is located near the shoreline of West Point Lake with easy access for bank fishing and a boat ramp for access to the lake.
Facilities
Sunny Point Group Shelter offers five tables, grill and restrooms.
Natural Features
Sunny Point Group Shelter is located on the shoreline of West Point Lake which extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line and has 525 miles of shoreline.
contact_info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (706) 645-2937.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations must be made 14 days prior to the reservation date in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after the date of the reservation. Reservations will not be refunded due to weather related issues.
AMITY Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Amity Campground is a waterfront facility on the western shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia.This man-made lake has 525 miles of shoreline that provide excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, boating and other recreational activities.
Recreation
Whether sailing or power boating, West Point Lake is a boater's paradise. There are boat ramps in 34 public recreation areas around the lake, including Amity, as well as two privately owned full-service marinas. Fishing is one of the most popular activities on the lake. A dozen creeks and more than 40 square miles of lake provide plenty of good fishing spots for the thousands of anglers who fish here regularly. The lake abounds with bass, catfish, crappie and bream. Bank fishing is excellent at many locations, including public fishing piers at Hardley Creek, Rocky Point and McGee Bridge parks. Several trails wind along the lake and through the landscape, including the Lakeside Trail, which is perfect for mountain biking. A wildlife management area of nearly 10,000 acres, located at the upper end of the lake, provides habitat for many types of wildlife.Facilities
Amity Campground offers 75 reservable campsites, most of which have electric and water hookups; there are also a few tent-only, non-electric sites. Basketball and tennis courts and a playground provide additional recreation opportunities for guests.Natural Features
Surrounded by rolling fields and deep forests that display outstanding fall foliage, West Point Lake extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line. The campground is forested and sits on the shore overlooking the 25,900-acre lake.Nearby Attractions
The lake offers 21 day-use parks. While many people visit the lake to boat and camp, the parks offer a variety of other recreation facilities including tennis courts, ball fields, basketball courts, fishing piers with fish attractors, hiking trails and picnic shelters for individuals or large groups.Charges & Cancellations
Changes and Cancellations: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see R1S Reservation PolicyHoliday (Georgia) Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Holiday Campground is a waterfront facility on the western shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia.This man-made lake has 525 miles of shoreline that provide excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, boating and other recreational activities.
Recreation
Whether sailing or power boating, West Point Lake is a boater's paradise. There are boat ramps in 34 public recreation areas around the lake, including Amity, as well as two privately owned full-service marinas. Fishing is one of the most popular activities on the lake. A dozen creeks and more than 40 square miles of lake provide plenty of good fishing spots for the thousands of anglers who fish here regularly. The lake abounds with bass, catfish, crappie and bream. Bank fishing is excellent at many locations, including public fishing piers at Hardley Creek, Rocky Point and McGee Bridge parks. Several trails wind along the lake and through the landscape, including the Lakeside Trail, which is perfect for mountain biking. A wildlife management area of nearly 10,000 acres, located at the upper end of the lake, provides habitat for many types of wildlife. This area offers excellent hunting opportunities.Facilities
Holiday Campground is a large facility with 112 campsites and two group camping areas, including electric, non-electric, tent-only and group sites. Basketball and tennis courts and a playground provide additional recreation opportunities for guests.Natural Features
Surrounded by rolling fields and deep forests that display outstanding fall foliage, West Point Lake extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line. The campground is located on a forested peninsula and overlooks the 25,900-acre lake.Nearby Attractions
The lake offers 21 day-use parks. While many people visit the lake to boat and camp, the parks offer a variety of other recreation facilities including tennis courts, ball fields, basketball courts, fishing piers with fish attractors, hiking trails and picnic shelters for individuals or large groups.Charges & Cancellations
Changes and Cancellations: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see R1S Reservation PolicyR SHAEFER HEARD Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
R. Shaefer Heard Campground is a waterfront facility on the southern shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia. This man-made lake has 525 miles of shoreline that provide excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, boating and other recreational activities.Recreation
Whether sailing or power boating, West Point Lake is a boater's paradise. There are boat ramps in 34 public recreation areas around the lake, including R. Shaefer Heard, as well as two privately owned full-service marinas. Fishing is one of the most popular activities on the lake. A dozen creeks and more than 40 square miles of lake provide plenty of good fishing spots for the thousands of anglers who fish here regularly. The lake abounds with bass, catfish, crappie and bream. Bank fishing is excellent at many locations, including public fishing piers at Hardley Creek, Rocky Point and McGee Bridge parks. Several trails wind along the lake and through the landscape, including the Lakeside Trail, which is perfect for mountain biking. A wildlife management area of nearly 10,000 acres, located at the upper end of the lake, provides habitat for many types of wildlife. This area offers excellent hunting opportunities.Facilities
R. Shaefer Heard Campground offers 117 sites with electricity and water hookups. Other amenities include a dump station, coin laundry facilities, hot showers, a boat ramp, and hiking trails.Natural Features
Surrounded by rolling fields and deep forests that display outstanding fall foliage, West Point Lake extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line. The campground is forested and overlooks the 25,900-acre lake.Nearby Attractions
The lake offers 25 day-use parks. While many people visit the lake to boat and camp, the parks offer a variety of other recreation facilities including tennis courts, ball fields, basketball courts, fishing piers with fish attractors, hiking trails and picnic shelters for individuals or large groups.Charges & Cancellations
Changes and Cancellations: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see NRRS Reservation PolicyWHITETAIL RIDGE Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Whitetail Ridge Campground is a waterfront facility on the western shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia.This man-made lake has 525 miles of shoreline that provide excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, boating and other recreational activities.
Recreation
Whether sailing or power boating, West Point Lake is a boater's paradise. There are boat ramps in 34 public recreation areas around the lake, including Amity, as well as two privately owned full-service marinas. Fishing is one of the most popular activities on the lake. A dozen creeks and more than 40 square miles of lake provide plenty of good fishing spots for the thousands of anglers who fish here regularly. The lake abounds with bass, catfish, crappie and bream. Bank fishing is excellent at many locations, including public fishing piers at Hardley Creek, Rocky Point and McGee Bridge parks. Several trails wind along the lake and through the landscape, including the Lakeside Trail, which is perfect for mountain biking. A wildlife management area of nearly 10,000 acres, located at the upper end of the lake, provides habitat for many types of wildlife. This area offers excellent hunting opportunities.Facilities
The Whitetail Ridge Campground offers 58 sites with electric and water hookups. Additional amenities include a dump station, laundry facilities and hot showers.Natural Features
Surrounded by rolling fields and deep forests that display outstanding fall foliage, West Point Lake extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line. The campground is forested and sits on the shore overlooking the 25,900-acre lake.Nearby Attractions
The lake offers 21 day-use parks. While many people visit the lake to boat and camp, the parks offer a variety of other recreation facilities including tennis courts, ball fields, basketball courts, fishing piers with fish attractors, hiking trails and picnic shelters for individuals or large groups.Charges & Cancellations
Changes and Cancellations: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see R1S Reservation PolicyWest Point Lake Powerhouse Facility
This recreation area is part of West Point Lake
Brush Creek Campground Campground
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Pyne Road Park Facility
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Highland Marina Facility
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Southern Harbor Facility
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Visitor Center Facility
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