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CHATTAHOOCHEE STATE PARK - GORDON, ALABAMA
 
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Overview
The park is located in Houston County about 25 miles Southeast of Dothan
on the Florida state lien, and only four miles to the Georgia state line. The park is
near, but not on the Chattahoochee River. Within a few minutes you can be in three states
and two time zones.
Activities & Amenities
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ACTIVITIES/FACILITIES:
Fishing: 15-acre lake of fishing…the lakes source of water comes form springs
originating a few miles away forming the creek that feeds the lake. It's stocked with
bass, bream, and shellcracker. Boat rentals are available. Life jackets and paddles are
provided with rental. No gasoline motors are allowed in the lake however, you may bring
your own trolling motor. A boat launch is available if you wish to bring your own boat.
Hiking Trails: There are several hiking trails bordered by native plant life, which
attract whitetail deer, which are plentiful. There are also raccoons, opossum, squirrel,
fox, coyote, and wild turkey. There are also snakes, lizards, spiders, and a variety of
turtles.
Turkey Strut Trail - This trail begins by the Ranger station and heads north. It connects
with the fire lane, which is on the park boundary. Look for turkey tracks and feathers on
this trail, which is about one mile long.
CCC Camp Trail: Begins slightly north of the Rangers station and circles the historic CCC
camp. On this trail you will find the old flagpole-raising platform that is still in
existence. It is on a concrete slab in the shape of a star. In the center of the star is
the hole where the flag was raised daily. Behind the star stand the remains of a huge
fireplace and chimney where the main dining room and recreation room used to be.
Surrounding the recreation room were several barrack buildings, which have fallen in
disrepair. There is a foundation and chimney of which used to be the bathhouse. Also a
laundry room was located close by. A few feet from the star is a small pond that used to
contain Gold fish. Beside the pond stand the remains of a drinking fountain made from the
native stone that were found in the park.
Dogwood Trail - Named for the Dogwood tree at the beginning of this trail, which starts in
front of the Rangers station. It crosses over the CCC camp trail before it connects with
Turkey Strut trail.
K.O. Smith Trail - Named in honor of Kenneth O. Smith, Park Ranger at Chattahoochee for
over eight years. Muscadine, Bay tree, Dogwood, Poplar, and Oak characterize this trail
Scout Trail - Begins south of the Ranger Station and parallels the lake for a distance.
This trail ends near the primitive camping area. Look for animal tracks along this trail
early in the morning and late afternoon.
Tortoise Trail - Begins on the east corner of the eastern most clear-cut and ends at the
Fire lane. This trail is roughly .4 mile and is named after the Gopher Tortoise, which can
be seen in the park.
Horseshoe Trail - Begins west of the picnic area and makes a semi-circle adjacent to the
lake. An old chimney still stands form one of the cabins used by the CCC.
Buck Fever Trail - Takes its beginning from Tortoise Trail, turns to the north and ends on
the north boundary fire lane. This area of the park is a great place to see White tail
deer and observe the gopher Tortoise burrow. This trail is approximately 1.5 miles in
length.
Fire Lane - The fire lane is used as part of the hiking trail system. You can get to the
fire lane by taking the Turkey Strut Trail, Tortoise Trail or the Buck Fever Trail. The
main entrance to the fire lane is near the hydro-dam on the southeast corner of the park.
Note: The fire lane marks the parks boundary. Individual owners own the property adjoining
the park. Please be careful to stay on the parks land. During hunting season these private
landowners may be hunting on the property, which adjoins the park. No hunting allowed in
the park. The park is a wildlife sanctuary.
Picnicking: Two picnic areas. Picnic tables and grills are provided.
Primitive Camping: Fee is $7.28 per night for up to four guests in one tent.
RV camping for self contained units only (no water or electrical hook-ups)
Pavilion: Only one large covered pavilion with picnic tables and grills. It's available
for rental if you wish to reserve it for a small fee. Otherwise its first come first
serve.
HOURS AND INFORMATION:
Chattahoochee State Park
250 Chattahoochee State Park Road
Gordon, Alabama 36343
(334) 522-3607
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