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Towns County Beach Access

Towns County Recreational Beach offers free public access to Lake Chatuge with a white sand swimming beach, large playground, covered pavilion, and picnic tables located on Highway 76 approximately 2 miles from Hiawassee.

The facility provides free parking and chair rentals, making it ideal for swimming, picnicking, and water recreation, though there is no lifeguard on duty. Covered picnic shelters are available for reservation through the Commissioner's Office at 706-896-2276.


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