Lake Conasauga facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lake Conasauga |
|
|---|---|
View from the dock at the roped-off swimming area
|
|
 Lake Conasauga
Location in Georgia (U.S. state)
Lake Conasauga
Location in the United States
|
|
| Location | Chattahoochee National Forest, Murray County, Georgia, US |
| Coordinates | 34°51′36″N 084°39′04″W / 34.86000°N 84.65111°W |
| Type | artificial lake |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 19 acres (7.7 ha) |
| Average depth | 5.4 ft (1.6 m) |
| Max. depth | 30 ft (9.1 m) |
| Surface elevation | 3,150 ft (960 m) |
Lake Conasauga is a beautiful, small lake located high up in the mountains of northern Georgia, United States. It's part of the Chattahoochee National Forest. At 3,150 feet (about 960 meters) above sea level, it's the highest lake in Georgia! The lake covers about 19 acres (around 7.7 hectares).
It was built a long time ago, in 1940, by a group called the Civilian Conservation Corps. This was a program during the Great Depression that helped young men find work building parks and other public projects. The name "Conasauga" comes from the Cherokee language and means "grass."
The U.S. Forest Service manages the Lake Conasauga campground. The area is usually open from mid-April until late October, depending on the weather.
Camping Adventures
The Lake Conasauga campground is a great place to stay. It has 35 spots for families to set up their tents. These spots are right on the lake or tucked away in the surrounding woods.
Each campsite has a special pad for your tent, a picnic table for meals, a fire ring for campfires, and a lantern post. There are also restrooms and water faucets nearby. Just remember, there is no electricity available on the mountain.
Fun Day Activities
Even if you're not camping, you can still enjoy Lake Conasauga for the day. There's a special "Day Use" area with lots of fun things to do.
- Swimming: There's a roped-off area where you can safely swim in the lake.
- Picnics: You'll find picnic tables and grills perfect for a lakeside lunch.
- Group Shelters: There are also shelters for larger groups, which are great for gatherings.
- Restrooms: Facilities are available for your convenience.
Hiking Trails
Lake Conasauga is surrounded by beautiful hiking trails on Grassy Mountain. You can explore the woods and enjoy nature on these paths:
- Lake Conasauga Trail: This trail is about 1.2 miles (1.9 km) long and goes around the lake.
- Songbird Trail: This trail is about 1.7 miles (2.7 km) long.
- Grassy Mountain Tower Trail: This trail is about 2 miles (3.2 km) long and leads to a tower.
Fishing and Boating
Lake Conasauga is a good spot for fishing! The lake was restocked with different types of fish a few years ago. You might catch Bass (fish), bluegill, or trout.
You can fish from the shore or from a boat. However, only canoes or boats with electric motors are allowed on the lake. You can launch your boat from a special ramp located across the lake from the Day Use area.
