OutReserve

Northbank Day Use Area Shelter

Overview of the area
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Emergency Spillway

About Northbank Day Use Area Shelter

Northbank 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. Norhtbank provides an excellent view of both Carters Lake and the ReReg Lake from its location on top of Carters Dam.

Seasonal information

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

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Reviews (23)

What Guests Are Saying

Northbank Day Use Area Shelter is praised for its stunning views, cleanliness, and suitability for events, making it a popular choice for weddings and club picnics. Visitors appreciate the wide range of activities available, including playgrounds, pavilions, and walking paths. However, some guests noted the lack of running water in the facilities as a drawback, especially for larger gatherings.

Review Summary

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Jospeh G

September 25, 2021

4

Directions were not accurate and the shelters are marked with numbers that were not on our reservation. The tables were dirty so bring a table cloth. The park was great and so were the views. Clean and well kept.

Tiffany R

January 22, 2020

4

Beautiful views! Perfect place for a birthday party or family reunion. We will definitely plan to gather in the area again!

Tiffany R

January 22, 2020

4

Beautiful views! Perfect place for a birthday party or family reunion. We will definitely plan to gather in the area again!

Location Northbank Day Use Area Shelter

Address:
975 Powerhouse Road
Chatsworth, GA, 30705
United States

Highway access

The Northbank Day Use Area Shelter is accessible via US Highway 76, which is approximately 10 miles to the south. Additionally, US Highway 411 is about 15 miles to the east.

Latitude & Longitude: 34.6078 / -84.6625

Elevation: 374 feet

Policies & Rules

Site capacity

  • The large shelter can accommodate up to 100 people.
  • The small shelter can accommodate up to 50 people.

Site types & loops

  • Tables in the shelter must remain in place and cannot be moved.

Fees & deposits

  • There is a $5.00 fee per vehicle for day use, payable by credit card at the Fee Machine.

Vehicles & parking

  • Arrive early for parking as spots are not reserved for shelter bookings.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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