Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Johnson Ferry North
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Johnson Ferry North
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Johnson Ferry North is a recreation area situated along the banks of the Chattahoochee River, offering a diverse natural landscape for outdoor pursuits. This unit features wetlands, dense forests, and the convergence of smaller creeks, providing varied terrain for exploration. Its riverside setting and accessible trails make it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
86
Routes
4.8
(48)
Average rating
1315
People visited

5.0
(1)
24
hikers
8.20km
02:15
140m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
9.35km
02:27
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
5.35km
01:28
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
2.19km
00:36
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
52
riders
10.4km
00:59
170m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(5)
79
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
60
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
17
riders
38.1km
02:29
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
6
riders
15.2km
01:24
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
6
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
3
riders
23.2km
01:25
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
75.2km
04:32
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
4.99km
00:19
10m
10m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
53
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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69
riders
38.3km
01:39
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
45.9km
02:00
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
riders
95.3km
04:41
1,000m
1,000m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(4)
21
riders
45.7km
02:16
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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52
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

103
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
runners
6.16km
00:40
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Johnson Ferry North offers activities such as hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The area features 8 routes with an average rating of 4.79 stars from over 7,000 visitors.
Yes, the area has approximately 2.5 miles (4 km) of trails, including the Johnson Ferry North Trail. This trail is a moderately popular riverside loop, about 3.9 miles (6.3 km) long, suitable for various skill levels. Find more details in the Hiking in Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Johnson Ferry North guide.
Yes, the Johnson Ferry North Trail is considered easy to moderate, making it suitable for families and seniors. The area offers diverse terrain including wetlands and forests. Explore Family-friendly hikes and Easy hikes in Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Johnson Ferry North.
While the broader Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area has cycling trails, biking on trails is generally not permitted within the Johnson Ferry North unit itself. However, the area is listed for touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and gravel biking, suggesting routes may exist on designated paths or nearby. Refer to the Cycling in Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Johnson Ferry North guide for more information.
Yes, the trails in Johnson Ferry North are generally dog-friendly, making it a popular spot for dog walkers. Visitors should ensure dogs are leashed and follow park regulations. A specific guide for Dog-friendly hikes is available.
The area provides direct access to the Chattahoochee River, offering picturesque riverside views. Trails wind through diverse ecosystems including marshy wetlands and riverine forests. Notable features include the convergence of smaller creeks like Arrowhead Creek and Owl Creek, and a small waterfall.
Yes, free parking is available at the Johnson Ferry North unit. The area also provides public restrooms and picnic areas for visitor convenience.
The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Johnson Ferry North is highly rated on komoot, with an average of 4.79 out of 5 stars. More than 7,000 visitors have shared their experiences, contributing to 293 ratings for the area's 8 routes.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking, Family-friendly hikes, Easy hikes, and Dog-friendly hikes. Cycling guides include Cycling, MTB Trails, and Road Cycling Routes.
The official website for the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is www.nps.gov/chat/index.htm. For general inquiries, the park's phone number is 678-538-1200.
Yes, the Johnson Ferry North unit offers opportunities for canoeing and kayaking on the Chattahoochee River. A convenient boat launch is available for visitors to access the water.
Beyond hiking and cycling, visitors can enjoy bird watching, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Picnic areas and covered pavilions are also available for relaxation.

