Island Ford North Trailhead Access serves as the headquarters and primary visitor hub for Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, featuring the Hewlett Lodge visitor center, parking, restrooms, and a canoe/raft launch for river access.

The location offers a 5. 5-mile accessible trail system along the river and provides ranger station services; the visitor center is open daily 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. (except December 25), with park lands open dawn to dusk year-round.