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Scenic Attractions
Lake Russell
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Lake Russell is a 100-acre lake with grass beach near Chenocetah Mountain. The Lake Russell Recreation Area is located in the Chattahoochee National Forest near Cornelia, Georgia. It has three nice hiking trails available for hiking year-round.
Trails
The Lake Russell Trail is a 4.6 mi. loop trail that goes completely around the shore of this beautiful 100-acre lake. The Ladyslipper Trail is a nice 6.2-mile hike that loops through the forest behind Nancytown Lake. The Sourwood Trail is a 2.7-mile loop trail that features a nice little waterfall "Nancytown Falls" at the 1.5 mi. mark.
Picnicking
A picnic shelter with seating for 30 and a large grill is available on a first come basis or by reservation. Three picnic areas are located adjacent to the lake, a large grass-covered beach and swimming area. A unique 'in-water' sliding board is available for the kids' enjoyment.
Site Amenities
Loop through the recreation area is paved. This recreation area has bathhouses with hot showers, municipal water, trailer dump station and well maintained campsites. No electricity available at this time. Campground host resides in area.
Requirements
Area is open from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day. Fees are required except for the boat ramp. (As of June 10, 2005, a fee is not required for use of the boat ramp. Please visit the Chattahoochee National Forest website for additional information.) This area is open 24 hours a day for campers use. Special fees apply for the group camping area.
Recommended Seasons
Spring through fall for camping, yearlong for fishing and boating.
Directions
From Tallulah Falls, take US-441 S/US-23 S/GA-15 S. Continue on US 441 South for approximately 13.5 miles. Take the GA Hwy. 197 exit and turn right onto GA Hwy. 197. Go approximately 2.5 miles and turn right onto Dicks Hill Parkway/GA Hwy. 13. Lake Russell Road will be on the left, near the Mt. Airy, GA railroad bridge. Drive about 2.5 miles to the parking lot at Nancytown Lake.
For More Information
Contact USDA Forest Service
Chattooga Ranger District
(706) 754-6221
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