Parks, Ponds & Trails

There are playgrounds on either side of Russ Pool, shaded gazebos, a nine-hole, par-3 disc golf course, a fitness trail that's nearly a mile long, and two pavilions available for use by reservation.

Building 300 is an open pavilion with picnic tables that accommodate up to 30 people. It is well-lit, with restrooms, electricity and water, a large charcoal grill and a fireplace.

Building M6785 overlooks Russ Pool, with picnic seating for up to 80 people and a charcoal grill on each side of the structure.

Directions to Russ Pond/Pool (Includes Disc Golf Course)

From Outdoor Recreation, go left out of the parking lot onto Gillespie Street. At stop sign, go right on Marchant Street. At stop sign, go left on Ingersoll Street and follow through two intersections, at Wold and Vibbert avenues. Go right on Vogel Avenue and follow it around the circle and to end, where you'll find Russ Pond.

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, take the Custer Road exit and turn right. Follow Custer to the traffic light and go left on Legacy Blvd. At the next intersection, take a right onto 10th Division Road. The first left will take you directly to Russ Pond.

Entering Fort Moore from Legacy Road ACP, follow Legacy Blvd through the traffic light and turn right at the next intersection, 10th Division Road. The first left takes you directly to Russ Pond.

MWR maintains three playgrounds on Fort Moore. Two of these playgrounds are located on main post and completed renovations in October 2020. Both of our updated playgrounds include a new base material and rubber mulch made from 100% recyclable tires.

Russ Pond on main post has two play areas -- one near the parking lot area and the second one across the pond. The playground closest to the parking lot recently doubled in size with our newest updates and features a 9 ft. slither slide. Russ Pond playground also has play cubes and a rock climbing wall for kids to enjoy. Parents can enjoy the pond views on our shaded bench, while monitoring their children at play.

The playground located on Zuckerman Avenue, is the biggest playground MWR Fort Moore maintains. The well-loved play place is wheelchair accessible and includes the whirl and merry-go-round which can actually fit a wheelchair inside. This playground's newest additions include a branch-out canopy, musical toys, a variety of climbing and crawling areas, as well as swing sets and slides. Conveniently located next to one of the MWR Dog Parks, parents can take the little ones and four-legged love ones for an afternoon of fun all-in-one place! More pictures of our playgrounds can be found on our Facebook page here -- connect with us! (hyperlink Facebook URL)

The third playground is located at King's Pond near Harmony Church. It is the perfect place to let the children burn off some energy before or after enjoying the pond. To access the playground, enter Fort Moore through the 8th Division ACP. Take a left at the light onto 8th Division Road and take a left on Hourglass Road. Follow the road for approximately one mile and bear a right onto the tank trail, which will lead to King's Pond.

This gravel trail is a 2-mile loop with a 1-mile shortcut that weaves through a large wooded area on Main Post. Enter from 1st Division Road near the Ralph Puckett Pkwy intersection.

With eight fitness stations and 15 exercise challenges, this trail is for running and walking. Plan carefully to avoid being on the Follow Me Trail after dark.

Map of Trails for Bicycles and Pedestrians on Fort Moore

Columbus Regional Trail System, off Fort Moore

Patton Recreation Foot Golf and Trails Map

Fort Moore Historic Trail

Twilight Pond Recreation Area is the perfect place to schedule your next unit activity or party. Located near Kelley Hill, the pond is easily accessible by dirt road.

Although swimming is not permitted, an abundance of bass, bluegill, catfish and crappie makes Twilight Pond ideal for fishing. Launch your boat on the ramp and catch your lunch, then cook it on one of the charcoal grills located around the pond. There is a 40' x 80′ pavilion with picnic seating for 120 people.

Directions to Twilight Pond

From Outdoor Recreation, take a right out of the parking lot onto Gillespie Street. At stop sign, go left on Burr Avenue. At stop sign, go right on Ingersoll Street. At stop light, go left on Ralph Puckett Pkwy and continue approximately 5 miles, bearing right onto 1st Division Road. Follow this road for approximately 1.5 miles. Go left onto the tank trail at Dickman Field and follow to the bottom of the hill. Twilight Pond will be on your left.

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 miles. Bear left on 1^st Division Road and follow this road for approximately 1.5 miles. Go left onto the tank trail at Dickman Field and follow to the bottom of the hill. Twilight Pond will be on your left.

Victory Pond is located near Harmony Church. Take Eighth Division Road past the Armor School area. The pond will be on the right. This pond is great for bass, brim, catfish and crappie fishing. Victory Pond is frequently used for training Soldiers, so please be mindful and avoid this area during exercises.

To get to Weems Pond, take 8th Division to Jamestown Road, turn right and follow it for approximately 4.5 miles. The pond is on the left.

Campsites are available.  Call +1(706) 545-7978 for more information.

Directions to Victory Pond

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 miles. Bear left on 1^st Division Rd. and follow for approximately 3 miles, bearing right on 8th Division Road. Follow 8th Division past the Armor School area, and the pond will be on the right.

Entering Fort Moore from 8th Division ACP, take a left at lights onto 8th Division Road. Follow 8th Division past the Armor School area, and the pond will be on the right.

Directions to Weems Pond

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 miles. Bear left on 1st Division Road and follow for approximately 3 miles, bearing right on 8th Division Road. Follow 8th Division approximately 1.3 miles. Turn right on Jamestown Road and follow it for approximately 4.5 miles where Weems Pond will be on your left-hand side.                                                                         

Entering Fort Moore from 8th Division ACP, take a right the light onto 8th Division Road. Turn left on Jamestown Road and follow it for approximately 4.5 miles where Weems Pond will be on your left-hand side.

The Campbell King Horse Show Bowl was built in 1930 and operated primarily through the 1930s and ‘40s, when horse sportsmanship was popular. It is built adjacent to the old Infantry School corrals and stables in an area with folding terrain that accommodates raised seating on opposite sides of a center arena.   The defining features are the stone walls that form the central arena and the terraced seating.

During the height of its use, there were regular competitions of horse jumping, riding, for all ages and skill levels.  It was also used for Easter Sunrise services, in which thousands would attend.  The era of the Army horse died at Fort Benning, now Fort Moore, in 1947, when the government horses were auctioned off.  Only privately owned horses remained, so use was greatly reduced.  Eventually the Bowl fell into disuse, with only sporadic attempts to revive.  It is now undergoing a major renovation to restore it and add modern conveniences.  It was named after Brigadier General Campbell King, an early Fort Benning, now called Fort Moore, Commander who was an avid horseman.

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 miles. Take a slight right on Ralph Puckett Pkwy. After 2 miles, turn right at traffic light onto Ingersoll Street. Continue straight for ½ mi, make left onto Marchant Street. Continue straight on Marchant for .77 miles. When you come up to roundabout, make a right onto Anderson Street. Continue straight for 1 mi, once you pass the water tower, Campbell king will be on your left.

• registered at Vet Services and have shot records on file there (call 706-545-4444)
• wearing a collar with a current rabies tag
• at least 6 months old
• off-leash in the park and leashed upon exiting
• under voice control of owner at all times
• accompanied by an adult, 18 or older

We do not allow:

• Puppies younger than 4 months
• Dogs in heat
• Aggressive dogs 
• Sick dogs
• Smoking
• Food of any kind for animals or people
• glass containers
• Pit bulls, Staffordshire Terriers, Rottweilers, Dobermans, Chows, Presa Canarios, or mixes of these breeds

Directions

Dog Park 1

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 mi. Take a slight right on Ralph Puckett Pkwy. Continue on Ralph Puckett Pkwy for 1.7 miles. Take a right at Edwards Street. The Dog Park will be on the right, .4 miles ahead, at the intersection of Carpenter Street.

Dog Park 2

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 mi. Take a slight right on Ralph Puckett Pkwy. After 1 mi, turn right on 1^st Division Road. Pass the golf course and take your second left onto Zuckerman Avenue. The Dog Park will be on your left.

Fort Moore's paintball field is located on Dublinsky Street, near Soldiers Plaza.  Our woodlands paintball field is open for play year-round on a first-come, first-serve basis at no charge.

Eye protection is required. Markers must be chronographed to a velocity of 285 fps or slower. Paintball supplies are available for purchase or rent at Outdoor Recreation.

Paintball Rules

Directions to Paintball Field 1 (Woodland Park)

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 mi. Take a slight right on Ralph Puckett Pkwy. Continue onto Ralph Puckett Pkwy for.9 miles. Turn right on Dublinsky Street at the stoplight. Less than .1 mi ahead the field will be on your right.

Try your hand at our nine-hole disc golf course on the banks of the Russ Park Recreation Area. Our par-3 course is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts of all ages. Play the course backward for a greater challenge, but try not to sacrifice your disc to the pond! Outdoor Recreation hosts annual tournaments and clinics for beginners.

You can also test your skills at our Patton Recreation Area with an 18-hole course.  See the Patton Recreation Area tab below for complete details of the course.

Directions

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 mi. Take a slight right on Ralph Puckett Pkwy. After 1 mi, turn right on 1^st Division Road (towards Fort Moore Golf Course). Less than .1 miles on your right you will see the entrance to the Follow Me fitness Trail.

Nestled along the banks of the Chattahoochee River is Fort Moore’s Uchee Creek Campground and Marina. The 385 acre park has 85 RV sites, 39 cabins, 15 chalets, tent sites, numerous recreation areas, rental facilities and a wealth of outdoor activities. It's only minutes from Fort Moore's Main Post but — worlds away! Click here for more information.

The newly constructed Patton Recreation Area offers an 18-hole Disc Golf course, an 18-hole Foot Golf course and various fitness trails for running and biking, and more!  Click here for complete details.

Directions

Entering Fort Moore from I-185 ACP, continue straight on Lindsey Creek Pkwy for 3 mi. Take a slight right on Ralph Puckett Pkwy. After 1 mi, turn right on 1^st Division Road (towards Fort Moore Golf Course). Less than .1 miles on your right you will see the entrance to the Follow Me fitness Trail.