Georgia / Murray County

Rereg Dam Day Use Area Shelter

Open — Open year-round. The shelter is available for reservation through Recreation.gov. All other picnic areas and tables are first-come, first-served.

About

Reregulation Dam Day Use Area is situated below Carters Lake on both sides of the Coosawattee River in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountain foothills of North Georgia. The facility is divided into two distinct areas connected by the river. The North Regulation Area features a large reservable shelter (CL-46) with seating for up to 100 people and parking for 50 vehicles, making it ideal for group gatherings and events. The South Regulation Area is home to an award-winning nature trail with an easy hiking rating accessible to visitors of all abilities. Both areas provide picnic sites, restrooms, fishing piers, and direct water access to the Coosawattee River. Fishing is a primary activity, with anglers targeting hybrid bass, striped bass, spotted bass, crappie, walleye, bream, and catfish. The reregulation reservoir below Carters Dam creates excellent fishing opportunities year-round. The surrounding landscape offers undeveloped shoreline views and foothills scenery characteristic of the region. The facility is managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of Carters Lake, which encompasses 3,200 surface acres and 62 miles of largely undeveloped shoreline. Visitors should be aware that water levels and flow can change rapidly due to dam operations. The cities of Ellijay and Chatsworth are approximately 30 minutes away, providing access to restaurants, grocery stores, fuel, and other amenities.

Directions

From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North to Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North and travel approximately 30 miles. Turn right onto Georgia Highway 136 East, proceed across railroad tracks, then turn left onto Old Highway 411 North. Continue approximately 3/4 mile and turn right into Reregulation Dam Day Use Area.

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