Doll Mountain Day Use Area Shelter
Doll Mountain Day Use Shelter 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.
Doll Mountain Day Use Area provides a two lane boat launching ramp, several picnic sites, restrooms and a fishing pier. Shelter (CL-12) seating capacity is 50 people maximum and parking capacity of 25 vehicles.
Need to Know
The shelter seating capacity is 50 people maximum.
- Tables under shelter cannot be moved.
A $5.00 day use fee must be paid at the Fee Machine for each vehicle.
Doll Mountain is a popular boat ramp at Carters Lake and during peak recreation season can be temporarily closed due to no parking spaces being available. Plan to arrive early for parking. No parking spots are saved for shelter reservations and single vehicles can not park in extended spaces designated for trailers.
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 20 minutes away, offering restaurants, grocery stores and fuel, along with other amenities.
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.
Contact Information
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975 Powerhouse Road Chatsworth GA 30705
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 706-334-2248
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From Atlanta: Take Interstate 75 North until Exit 293, turn right onto Georgia Highway 411 North, travel approximately 30 miles; take a right onto Georgia Highway 136 East; proceed approximately 5 miles and turn left onto State Highway 382; continue 3 miles and turn left onto Doll Mountain Road; turn right onto Carters Landing Way and follow road all the way into the park.
Doll Mountain
575 Carters Landing Way
Ellijay, GA 30540
