Chattahoochee National Forest

The Chattahoochee National Forest is dog-friendly! When combined with the Oconee National Forest, the Chattahoochee National Forest spans nearly 867,000 acres across 26 counties and features thousands of miles of clear streams and rivers, 850 miles of recreation trails, dozens of campgrounds, picnic areas, and areas rich in natural scenery, history, and culture. Hikers bringing their dogs on the trails must keep them under verbal or physical restraint at all times—using a leash in crowded areas. Dog owners should be aware that they may run across horseback riders, mountain bikers, and four-wheelers on the trails. When in the campgrounds, dogs must be on a leash, tied up in a shady spot and given lots of attention to minimize barking. Owners should check the Forest's website and social media before planning their outing for wildlife warnings, which require dogs to be leashed at all times for safety.