Easy paddle up river for a little over a mile and then an easy float back. On the way up river there are a few portages up some very easy "rapids". On the way down you can float them all depending on the water level.

Depending on water flow this is a great place to put in and take out in the same spot. The Cahaba is wide enough that shade is sparse so be prepared for the heat in summer. In may and June you can see lillies that are named after the river because they can only be found here. A short distance South of the launch there is a small beach and plenty of little swimming holes along the shoals. If the water is up, there is a great little rapid at the turn around of this track. You can portage past it on the left and come back through the rapid on your way back to the launch.

The Coosa River is considered one of the best beginner whitewater rivers in the country. This section features three major sets of shoals: River Falls, Moccasin Gap and Pipeline. The most well-known and largest of the three is Moccasin Gap (Class III rapid). Fishing is also a favorite on the river.

The Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway links the Tennessee and Tombigbee Rivers in northeast Mississippi. It has no current, is frequented by barges and motorboats, and often presents nothing more than a rock-lined canal. But it is one of the major waterways in the South and it passes through some superb wildlife areas. It is quite popular with many types of watercraft. Wildlife abounds along the waterway, beautiful hardwood forests and brushy areas fill the banks, and many campgrounds are nearby. With so many boat ramps and access points, paddling options are limitless. Bay Springs Lake is one of the most beautiful spots on the waterway. The beach-rimmed, piney-woods lake contains countless coves big and small. It is heavily used on summer weekends, but at off times the lake may be virtually deserted. The lock drops you 84 feet where you can have a whole new experience and new vistas.

The Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway links the Tennessee and Tombigbee Rivers in northeast Mississippi. It has no current, is frequented by barges and motorboats, and often presents nothing more than a rock-lined canal. But it is one of the major waterways in the South and it passes through some superb wildlife areas. It is quite popular with many types of watercraft. Wildlife abounds along the waterway, beautiful hardwood forests and brushy areas fill the banks, and many campgrounds are nearby. With so many boat ramps and access points, paddling options are limitless. This area is actually a lake and is well-worth exploring. It contains rocky bluffs draped with forests that display phenomenal foliage in the fall.

The Locust Fork of the Black Warrior River is one of the best rivers in the state of Alabama, and even known as one of the best within the United States. Beginning at Hwy 231/79 bridge and ending at Swann Covered Bridge along Swann Bridge Road. This section of the Locust Fork is for experienced paddlers, offering an excellent white water run with technical features and narrow sections with high bluffs. Experience some of the best rapids in the state known as “Double Down” and “House Rock” as you make your way through this route. Be advised, beginners should portage these sections. Rapids along this route range from Class II and Class III.

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.

This section of the Coosa River is located in Wetumpka, Alabama. The launch site is located near the Jordan Dam, from here begin this well known section of the Coosa as you make your way down the wide river with thick forests and unique rock outcroppings lining the banks and islands. Known for the amount of fun this river offers within it’s white water sections ranging from Class I to Class III rapids. Moccasin Gap is where the Class III rapids are located with the Pipeline Rapids close afterwards. Most of the Rapids are manageable for novice to intermediate paddlers all the way up to 8,000 cubic square feet of flow. End this classic section of the Coosa River at Coosa River Adventures along Company Road in Wetumpka. Shuttles to the launch site below Jordan Dam are $8, offered by Coosa River Adventures as well as canoe and kayak rentals ranging from $20-$30.

The Locust Fork of the Black Warrior River is one of the best rivers in the state of Alabama, and even known as one of the best within the United States. Put in at the end of Taylor Ford Road and travel to Highway 231/79 bridge with the take on your left in between the old and new bridge bridge. This section of the Locust Fork offers experienced paddlers great scenery mixed with Class II and above rapids, bluffs and a waterfall. Be advised that beginners should portage around a few of the rapids.

This section of Little River is the most-known whitewater run in Alabama. Begin by putting in just above the AL 35 bridge above Little River Falls (shown here), or you have the option of putting in just below the falls if you choose to bypass the 33-foot double drop. WIth plenty of class III and IV rapids nearly the whole way, a few distinctive class Vs and multiple drops and waterfalls, this trip is for highly experienced paddlers only. Some of the main features along this route include; Little River Falls, Mammoth Rock Rapid, Avalanche Rapid, Cable Falls, and Pinball Rapids. Scouting is recommended. 250cfs is the required water flow amount with 500cfs being the better (6-8’’ water level on gauge). The take out is located at Eberhart Point (shown here), but can be connected with lower sections of Little River.