Kids Fishing Programs

Sope Creek Unit, Sibley Pond

Saturday, March 11, 2023: 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00pm, & 4:00 pm

Sunday, March 12, 2023: 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, & 4:00 pm

Thursday, April 6, 2023: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, & 3:00 pm 

Friday, April 7, 2023: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, & 3:00 pm

Saturday, April 8, 2023: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, & 4:00 pm 

Saturday, May 20, 2023: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, & 4:00 pm 

Saturday, June 3, 2023 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, & 4:00 pm

Island Ford Unit, Island Ford Pond

Monday, April 3, 2023: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, & 3:00 pm
Tuesday, April 4, 2023: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, & 3:00 pm
Wednesday, April 5, 2023: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, & 3:00 pm
Sunday, May 21, 2023: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, & 4:00 pm

Let’s go fishing! Join the National Park Service for a fun experience in the park at the beautiful Island Ford and Sibley Ponds. No matter if you are a natural-born angler or a beginner, these fishing opportunities are just right for you. This is a catch and release fishing program. All ages are welcome!

Location: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Island Ford Unit & Island Ford Pond: park in the second parking lot located above the pond at 1978 Island Ford Parkway Sandy Springs, Georgia, 30350. Restrooms are located in the Hewlett Lodge Visitor Center.

Sope Creek Unit & Sibley Pond Cochran Shoals Unit: 

3726 Paper Mill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067.

There are no restrooms at this site, but are located close by at Terrell Mill Park; 480 Terrell Mill Rd. Marietta, GA 30067 (1.5 miles).
This will be easy fishing suitable for elementary aged children.

Note: Adults are welcome to fish, but MUST POSSESS A GEORGIA FISHING LICENSE. Kids under 16 years of age do not need a license.

Remember to dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on a path along a pond. Do not forget sunscreen and a hat is a good idea. Bring water and you might want to include snacks or even a picnic.

A daily entrance fee or annual pass is needed.
For safety and quality, these fishing experiences are limited to 20 kids under 16 years of age. All kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Reservations are required.  Please call 678-538-1245 to make your reservation

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