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FERN SPRINGS DAY USE PICNIC AREA

Mount Airy, Georgia · USDA Forest Service

Lake/water
FERN SPRINGS DAY USE PICNIC AREA — official Recreation.gov photo

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About

Fern Springs is home to historical hand-constructed stone pavilions, walkways, bridges, water rills, and stairways. The area is closed to all use. Lake Russell Beach and Boat Launch, located just 6.5 miles from the picnic area, offers a popular swimming beach and ample fishing opportunities. The area is closed to public use Fern Springs is cradled by white pines, hemlocks, and old-growth oak trees and has a large grassy lawn and rich understory. The area was constructed by the Civilian ConservationCorpsp in the 1930s and is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

Directions

Fern Springs day-use picnic area is located on Highway 123, about 6 miles north of Cornelia, Georgia. It is accessible by turning east on Hazel Creek Road off of Highway 23/441. Continue east just over a mile and then head north on Highway 123 for about a half-mile.

Location

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Details

State
Georgia
City / area
Mount Airy
Agency
USDA Forest Service
Parent area
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
Campsites
—
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
See Recreation.gov
Equipment
See Recreation.gov

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