Description

The Morganton Point Recreation Area is located on the Blue Ridge Ranger District (formerly the Toccoa Ranger District) within the beautiful northeast Georgia mountains. Pristine water and scenic views draw visitors from around the state and region.

The Blue Ridge Ranger District Office is located just three miles west of Blairsville, GA off of Highway 515, on the north side of the highway. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:30 PM, but it is recommended that visitors call before arriving to confirm that an information receptionist is on staff.

The Morganton Point Recreation Area offers visitors year-round recreation opportunities including camping, picnicking, boating, swimming and hiking centered around beautiful Lake Blue Ridge.

The nearest convenience store and gas station are located in Morganton, Georgia, about one mile north of the campground. During the peak season, on on-site campground store is open to the public and is located in the day-use area. The nearest full-service grocery stores and shopping villages are located in Blue Ridge, Georgia, approximately fifteen minutes west along U.S. Highway 76.

SWIMMING - The Morganton Point Beach includes a designated swimming area, picnic tables, white beach, bathhouse and trash bins.

HIKING - There are day-use hiking trails within the Morganton Point Recreation Area ideal for a short stroll, including one which parallels the lakeshore. The Appalachian Trail and Benton MacKaye Trail pass through Fannin County and would be easily accessed from this area.

BOATING - Lake Blue Ridge is open to motor boats and jet skis.

FISHING - Fishing in the 3,290 acre lake is a popular activity.
See the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for a complete listing of freshwater fishing regulations for Lake Blue Ridge.

Visitors to the National Forest are responsible for knowing the rules and regulations of the forest. Visitor maps for the Chattahoochee National Forest can be obtained by calling the Forest Service Office in Blairsville, Georgia at 706-745-6928 or by visiting www.fs.fed.us/conf/.