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Fort Mountain State Park, Ellijay is a beautiful and tranquil location located in the Chattahoochee National Forest in Northern Georgia. Spanning over 3,712 acres of land, this park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including camping, fishing, bird watching, hiking trails, biking trails, and more. The park also contains an 855-foot stone wall that is believed to have been built by ancient Indians centuries ago.

When visiting Fort Mountain State Park, you'll be mesmerized by the breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains as well as Lake Conasauga. There are several camping sites throughout the park to choose from with both primitive and full hookup sites available. If you're looking for a peaceful getaway to relax or just want to explore nature, then this is definitely the place to do it!

The park also boasts several hiking trails offering varying levels of difficulty with some leading right up to the summit of Fort Mountain itself where you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area. For those who prefer biking over hiking there are also multiple bike trails which crisscross through the forest. Additionally, visitors can take advantage of a variety of other activities such as picnic areas and playgrounds for kids; wildlife observation stations; three scenic overlooks including one at Bell Mountain; mountain creeks for fishing; swimming at Lake Conasauga beaches; geocaching opportunities; and even Native American artifacts including the mysterious stone wall mentioned earlier.

Fort Mountain State Park is an amazing place to escape from your everyday life and experience nature at its best. Whether you're looking for adventure or just relaxation and peace, come on out and experience all that this majestic park has to offer!