Campsite AtlasCooper'S Furnace Day Use Area (Ga)
Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area is situated on the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. This Day Use Area is downstream of the dam which impounds Allatoona Lake. The river and peaceful surroundings offer a relaxing getaway from the nearby city of Atlanta, just 35 miles south. Visitors enjoy various water sports, hiking, hunting and viewing wildlife. Fishing, canoeing, and kayaking are popular activities along the Etowah River. Cooper's Furnace Day Use Area has two open shelters which both have a seating capacity of 60 people maximum. Shelter B is the first one on the right when entering the park. Shelter A is the second shelter on the right when entering the park.
Campsites
| Host/management | 2 |
| group shelter electric | 2 |
| Total | 4 |
Amenities & rules
Fees: Fee Information: Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 non-refundable reservation fee may be charged for some facilities. Payments may only be made online or over the phone with a reservation.gov agent.
Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Getting there
From I-75 take Exit 285 (Red Top Mountain Road). Northbound traffic turn left / Southbound traffic turn right onto Red Top Mountain Road. Turn right at the first traffic light onto the connector which will come to Hwy 41. Turn right onto Hwy 41.
Campgrounds nearby
Reservable6.7 miles away
Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.