Kings Pond/ Fort Benning

Kings Pond is located on the Fort Benning military installation in Georgia. It's situated in a secluded area of the post that provides a feeling of remoteness while still being within the boundaries of Fort Benning. The pond area offers a natural retreat despite being on an active military installation. For specific directions within the post, visitors should check with Fort Benning's MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation) office or the post's information center.

Kings Pond offers various outdoor recreational activities in a peaceful natural setting. Visitors can enjoy fishing, picnicking, and shoreline relaxation. The area provides a tranquil escape from the busier parts of Fort Benning, making it perfect for nature appreciation and wildlife watching. Camping may be available near the pond area, offering an immersive outdoor experience despite occasional training sounds from the military installation. For the most current list of permitted activities, check with Fort Benning's recreation office before your visit.

Kings Pond offers a more secluded and remote feeling experience than Russ Pond, while still being on Fort Benning property. At Kings Pond, visitors report feeling "a million miles away" despite occasionally hearing military training activities. Both ponds offer outdoor recreational opportunities, but Kings Pond appears to provide a stronger sense of escape and immersion in nature. For specific details on facilities, size differences, and allowed activities at each location, check with Fort Benning's recreation services or MWR office before planning your visit.

Access to Kings Pond likely requires proper military installation entry credentials since it's located on Fort Benning. While the pond itself may not have a separate fee, visitors must meet Fort Benning's access requirements, which typically include having a military ID, being sponsored by someone with installation access, or obtaining a visitor's pass. Contact Fort Benning's visitor center for current access policies and any potential recreation fees that might apply to Kings Pond specifically.