The Chattahoochee River and its valley is a place rich in natural and cultural resources. Sometimes the river is clear, cold and slow-moving, while at other times it is a muddy torrent, plunging through rocky shoals. The valley contains a rich, diverse mix of plants and animals that represent an environment much larger than itself.

For centuries, humans have been drawn to this river valley for life's basics as well as transportation and power to support the increasing numbers of mills and factories along its shores.

By the 1970's, the resources that made the river valley a special place to so many people were being threatened. On August 15, 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed the legislation that set aside a 48 mile stretch of river with a series of parklands to preserve a part of the river valley for future generations.

In accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter I, Parts 1 through 7, authorized by Title 16, United States Code, the following regulatory provisions are established for the proper management, protection, government and public use of the portion of Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service.

These discretionary regulations are in addition to the other regulations published in Title 36, CFR, Chapter I, Parts 1 through 7. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in Title 36, CFR, Chapter I.

Compendium of Designations, Closures, Request Requirements and Other Restrictions imposed under the discretionary authority of the Superintendent (Requires Adobe Reader)

Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations: Chapter 1 - National Park Service (Opens in new window)