Best Canoeing in Georgia

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Georgia, Decatur County

02 :45 hrs
6.1 mi
2.999918 ft
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Lake Seminole is a huge reservoir settled in between the borders of Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.Tthis is a popular place for water sports, so be aware of other boaters. Watch for wildlife such as turtles and birds. This is a good place for fishing, camping, and hiking as well. If you paddle south of the boat ramp you will see the dam that formed this massive lake.

2

Florida, Madison County

07 :06 hrs
15.8 mi
7.158622 ft
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Starting just north of the Florida/Georgia border, this paddling trip follows the first half of a designated canoe trail on the Withlacoochee River through Twin Rivers State Forest. The scenery along the trail includes dense forests, sandbars, and clear springs. The river is wide for much of the run with a decent current but there are some sections that are more narrow with a few small rapids. The difficulty of the run does vary depending on water levels as rocky shoals can be an issue during low water levels. The take-out for this run is at Madison Blue Spring State Park which is the site of a beautiful spring that is great for swimming but can be crowded.

3

Alabama, Cleburne County

00 :36 hrs
1.3 mi
7.1707764 ft
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Located inside the Talladega National Forest, Coleman Lake is a great place for recreationists to get away from the crowds of people at other lakes within the area. Boat access is located in two locations on the east side of the lake. Enjoy paddling on this newly renovated 21 acre lake with 360 views. Other activities at the lake include; swimming, hiking, fishing and access to the Pinhoti Trail with camping, cabins and RV sites available as well. A great destination for the whole family.

4

Florida, Bay County

04 :16 hrs
9.7 mi
24.758316 ft
III

Econfina Creek is a swift-flowing creek in northwest Florida that passes through rugged wilderness area and is known as one of the most beautiful and challenging paddling destinations in the entire state. This run covers the most difficult section of the designated canoe trail between Scott Bridge and Walsingham Bridge. Paddlers can expect lots of tight twists and turns, logs jams, fast chutes, and portages, especially during low water. The difficulty of the run does vary depending on water levels so check current conditions before setting out.

5

Florida, Madison County

05 :28 hrs
12.2 mi
5.047121 ft
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Starting just north of the Florida/Georgia border, this paddling trip follows the second half of a designated canoe trail on the Withlacoochee River through Twin Rivers State Forest. This section of river is has a milder current than the river upstream, more prominent limestone banks, and multiple unnamed springs. The put-in for this run is at Madison Blue Spring State Park which is the site of a beautiful spring that is great for picnicing and swimming but can be very crowded. The take-out is actually located on the Suwannee River which requires paddling a short distance upstream after reaching the convergence of the two rivers.

6

Florida, Leon County

07 :14 hrs
16.1 mi
5.9329605 ft
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This canoe trail covers 62 miles of the wild and scenic Ochlockonee River that runs through the Apalachicola National Forest and other undeveloped natural land. The surrounding terrain along this stretch of river includes lots of upland hardwood and pine forests. This section of river starts just below Lake Talquin at Hwy. 20 and floats downstream for 16 miles to a take-out at Huey Arnold Boat Launch. There are other access points to the river before and after Huey Arnold Boat Launch allowing paddlers to customize a longer or shorter trip on the river if needed. The river varies in width and deepness along this section, and there are some more narrow sections where the current is a little stronger and obstructions and downed trees may require a little more skillful maneuvering. There may also be portages requires during times of low water.

7

South Carolina, Oconee County

03 :14 hrs
7.2 mi
7.495697 ft
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Lake Keowee was created with the construction of the Keowee Dam for the purpose of creating hydroelectric power. This lake has been touted as a great recreational spot for fishing, swimming, and boating. The name Keowee is a Cherokee name that translates roughly as "place of the mullberries." This is a decent fishing lake too, with largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass as well as crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, catfish, brown trout and rainbow trout.

8

Georgia, Twiggs County

04 :31 hrs
10.1 mi
5.9999847 ft
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This adventure features the large, convoluted Ocmulgee River that flows through beautiful Piedmont wilderness. Along this serpentine section of the river there are several fallen trees which provide navigable obstacles and also ensure that it will be paddlers only section. The banks are heavily wooded with Spanish moss draped river birch, ash, cypress and sycamore trees, as well as palmetto, cane and trumpet vine.

9

Alabama, Randolph County

08 :53 hrs
19.9 mi
17.47612 ft
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This day trip down the Tallapoosa River begins along the Highway 22 bridge on Lee Street. No parking is available along the roadside, so be sure to have someone shuttle you or ask permission to park on property owned by locals. From here travel in a southwestern direction down the Tallapoosa River until reaching Germany’s Ferry Road bridge, with the takeout located on the right hand side just past the bridge. With oak, catalpa and magnolia lining the banks, this trip offers scenic charm.

10

Georgia, Oconee County

05 :37 hrs
12.7 mi
24.188217 ft
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The Oconee River is one of the larger rivers in Georgia, running 160 miles through the some of the state’s most solitude wilderness. The Oconee begins at the confluence of the North and Middle Oconee Rivers, not more than a few miles from the put-in spot. This section of the Oconee offers a moderate current through Piedmont wilderness areas that are surprisingly remote and pristine. The banks are thickly wooded with river birch, sycamore, bream and ash. The banks on the lower park of this run are bordered by the Oconee National Forest where wildlife is abundant and includes beavers and muskrats.

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