This section of Short Creek is known as a classic and is a favorite with local paddlers. The trip is quick enough to do in a afternoon, but you can take your time and make a day trip out of it if desired. The put-in is located along County Road 414 (shown here), or you have the option of using the alternate put in further upstream along Martling Road Bridge on County Road 409. This section of Short Creek begins with a bang with Short Creek Falls, a 20 foot drop with multiple rapids following until the creek widens and slows as it flows into Guntersville Lake. Major rapids along this route following Short Creek Falls are Grotto Falls, Tornado Sluice, Divided Highway and Rock Cruncher to name a few. This section provides Class III to Class IV rapids when water levels range from 6 inches to 18 inches with the primary water gauge located at Rt. 75 Bridge further upstream. Scouting is recommended for these rapids. If this section is ran with water levels above 18 inches, the rapids and falls will range from Class IV plus, and is not advised. Once reaching Guntersville Lake, enjoy the views as you paddle to the boat ramp along Alabama 227 at the east end of the bridge.