Woodring Branch Day Use Area

The Woodring Branch Day Use Area on the Coosawattee River in Gilmer County, Georgia provides convenient boat access to Carters Lake. This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facility offers a two-lane boat ramp and courtesy dock, allowing easy launching for kayaks, canoes, and motorized boats.

Carters Lake is a large, scenic reservoir known for its clear, deep waters and rugged shoreline. While bank fishing can be limited due to the steep terrain, the lake offers ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water sports. Several additional boat ramps are scattered around the lake's shoreline, providing access points for exploring this picturesque Georgia waterway. Nearby campgrounds and recreation areas, including the Amadahy Trail, offer further options for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of the Carters Lake region.

Overview
Woodring Day Use Area is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including camping, hiking, boating, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and picnicking.Recreation
Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and...

Overview
Woodring Day Use Area is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including camping, hiking, boating, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and picnicking.Recreation
Boaters visit Carters Lake to enjoy its solitude and scenic beauty. Whether in a powerboat or sailboat on the open water or paddling along the shoreline in a canoe, Carters Lake offers enjoyable boating experiences for everyone.   
Fishing is a popular activity on the lake. Major species include bass (largemouth, smallmouth, hybrid, striped and spotted) crappie, walleye, bream and catfish. 
Hikers come to take advantage of the Amadahy and the Oak Ridge hiking trails that are both located along Woodring Branch Rd.  
Picnickers have several tables to choose from in the Day Use area, each with a stationary grill. There is one large picnic shelter available to rent on this website. 
Camping is available in the nearby Woodring Branch campground that boasts electricity hookups for RVs. There is also a primitive campgound for tent camping and a boat-in campground for the adventurous. 
Facilities
Woodring Day Use Area provides boaters with a launch ramp with two lanes and courtesy dock. The area also provides ample picnic sites and restrooms.

The shelter (CL-11) seating capacity is 50 people maximum and parking capacity of 25 vehicles.Natural Features
Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of foothills scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. It covers 3,200 surface acres and has 62 miles of undeveloped shoreline.
Nearby Attractions
The City of Ellijay is about 30 minutes away, offering restaurants, grocery stores and fuel, along with other amenities.Charges & Cancellations
Please review the rules and reservation policies link at the bottom of the page.

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