Chattahoochee Bend State Park RV & Campground Guide
Georgia
Chattahoochee Bend State Park
is located in Newnan, Georgia, along a bend of the Chattahoochee River. This 2,910-acre park is the perfect place to get a good view of the river and surrounding forest area. It's also a great spot for wildlife viewing and outdoor exploration via hiking, biking, and boating. When you're looking to get back to civilization, you'll find plenty to see and do in the nearby cities of LaGrange, Union City, Peachtree City, and Atlanta.
Spring 43-83 F
Summer 69-91 F
Fall 41-85 F
Winter 33-59 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Chattahoochee Bend State Park
RVing is a convenient and fun way to visit the different state parks across Georgia. You can cover a lot of miles by following a schedule and planning out your days. When you get to Chattahoochee Bend, you'll be able to stay at the park's 37-site campground. If you do not own an RV, consider renting one from RVshare.
McIntosh Reserve Park
Comprising a 527-acre recreational area in Whitesburg, McIntosh Reserve Park is a 30-minute drive from Chattahoochee Bend. It also flows along the Chattahoochee River banks, which makes it a favorite among campers. The campground features well-maintained campsites and a peaceful environment with historic sites. It's a great spot to learn about Creek Indian history in particular.
- Water Hookup: No
- Electrical Hookup: No
- Sewer Hookup: No
- Wi-Fi: No
- Pet-friendly: Yes
- Other Amenities: Splash water pads, trails, pavilions
South Oaks Manufactured RV Park
South Oaks Manufactured RV Park is located next to a creek in Palmetto. This RV park is in a good location. It provides easy access to Highway 85. The park is only 15 minutes from Peachtree City and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. South Oaks is also a good park for a long-term stay.
- Water Hookup: No
- Electrical Hookup: No
- Sewer Hookup: Yes
- Wi-Fi: No
- Pet-friendly: Yes
- Other Amenities: Easy access to highway, big-rig friendly, long-term stay
What to Do at
Chattahoochee Bend State Park
Inside Chattahoochee Bend State Park
Chattahoochee Bend State Park is a quiet, well-maintained park with a beautiful raw forest. Visitors can experience six miles of nature trails filled with unique plants and wildlife. The watchtower is a unique feature of the park that offers a great view near a clearing by the river. Many of the trails follow the Chattahoochee River, which is one of the area's main features. Other activities campers can enjoy include biking, boating, fishing, geocaching, hiking, and paddling along the river in a canoe or kayak rental.
Outside Chattahoochee Bend State Park
After your stop at this state park, you can move on to sightseeing and enjoying the surrounding area. Chattahoochee Bend State Park is in a good location in west-central Georgia. You can visit several small towns and drive up to Atlanta to enjoy city life.
Restaurants
Pascal’s Bistro
Pascal’s Bistro serves American cuisine with a French twist. It is a casual restaurant with outdoor seating, a wine menu, and lunch and dinner options. Entrees include steak au poivre, salmon matecumbe, roasted duck breast, blackened tuna, and fried chicken. Desserts include crème brûlée, cream puffs, chocolate hazelnut pie, and raspberry sorbet. The restaurant also offers $5 drink specials throughout the week.
Type: American, Bistro
Location: 217 Commerce Dr #1484, Peachtree City, GA 30269
Meat N Greet
Meat N Greet is an American bistro-style restaurant located in downtown Newnan. The inside of the restaurant is decorated with exposed bricks and reclaimed wood. Meat N Greet is known for craft burgers, craft beer, and smoked meats. Other items on the menu include beef hot hogs, high-end bourbon, fresh salads, black bean burgers, and chicken sandwiches.
Type: American
Location: 11 Jefferson St, Newnan, GA 30263
The Historic Green Manor Restaurant
The Green Manor is an upscale soul food restaurant. The food is served buffet-style in a sophisticated dining room. The restaurant is based out of a manor house and caters events in their banquet rooms.
Type: Southern, American
Location: 6400 Westbrook Ave, Union City, GA 30291
Taste of Lemon
Taste of Lemon is a Southern-style restaurant run out of an old Episcopalian church. The restaurant serves lunch plates that come with an entrée and two sides.
Type: Southern, American
Location: 204 Morgan St, LaGrange, GA 30240
The Varsity
The Varsity is a historic drive-in restaurant that serves American classics. Menu favorites include hot dogs, burgers, fries, shakes, and fried apple pies.
Type: Fast Food
Location: 61 North Avenue NW, Atlanta, GA 30308
Shopping
Ashley Park
Ashley Park is an outdoor shopping center. You will find a variety of stores and restaurants. These stores include Barnes & Noble, Dillard’s, Five Guys, and Chicken Salad Chick.
Location: 370 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan, GA 30265
Gillyweeds
Gillyweeds is a lifestyle store that sells everything from clothes to home decor. It is curated with a mix of local and international products. This is a great place to buy unique gifts.
Location: 21 W Ct Square, Newnan, GA 30263
Blume Organics Boutique and Café
Blume Organics Boutique and Café is a trendy boutique that offers a variety of organic products. Visit the café to get coffee and while you're there, you can also buy clothes, bathing products, and gifts.
Location: 300 Willowbend Rd, Peachtree City, GA 30269
LaGrange Mall
LaGrange Mall is a traditional shopping mall that offers retail and dining. The shops include Belk, TJ Maxx, Hong Kong Express, and Firehouse Subs.
Location: 1501 Lafayette Pkwy, LaGrange, GA 30241
Lenox Square Mall
Lenox Square is a mall located in the Buckhead District of Atlanta. You can find a variety of retail stores and dining options. The shops include Apple, AT&T, Bloomingdale’s, Burberry, The Cheesecake Factory, and Chick-fil-A.
Location: 3393 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
Sightseeing
Brown’s Mill Battlefield Historic Civil War Site
Brown’s Mill Battlefield is a historic battlefield where the Atlanta campaign of the American Civil War was fought. It is a museum site, and you can walk the nature trails.
Location: 155 Millard Farmer Rd, Newnan, GA 30263
Shaw Farms
Shaw Farms is a micro-farm that breeds alpaca. Visitors can take tours, buy homegrown products, and learn about alpaca farming in Georgia.
Location: 1079 Dr Bruce Jackson Rd, Newnan, GA 30263
Dunaway Gardens
Dunaway Gardens is one of the largest natural rock and floral gardens. Visitors can enjoy 20 acres of waterfalls, sunken gardens, hanging gardens, and a cedar creek.
Location: 3218 Roscoe Rd, Newnan, GA 30263
Biblical History Center
The Biblical History Center is an archeological museum that explores the daily life of ancient times. This museum has 23 life-size replicas from the ancient world. You will see tombs, millstones, and goat-hair tents.
Location: 130 Gordon Commercial Dr, LaGrange, GA 30240
The King Center
The King Center is a historical site dedicated to the life and work of Dr Martin Luther King Jr. The center has a memorial site, tours of MLK's birth home, and rooms on Gandhi and Rosa Parks.
Location: 449 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312
How to Get to
Chattahoochee Bend State Park
The easiest route is to take highway I-185. You will see signs for Interstate 185 N/Atlanta and merge onto I-185 N. Take Exit 41 for US-27/US-29 heading toward Newnan. You will drive for about 25 miles on a back road into the country. There will be signs for Coweta County Fair Grounds. You will need to make a left from Clark Street onto Temple Avenue. Finally, turn right on Flat Rock Road, and follow the signs to Chattahoochee Bend State Park.
Entering Chattahoochee Bend State Park
Chattahoochee Bend State Park is open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Camping reservations can be made in advance via the park's website.
Per vehicle : $5
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