Best paddling in Georgia

14 paddle runs · 14 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · in season

Explore the best paddling in Georgia — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 14 of 14 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Lloyd Shoals Dam On Lake Jackson To Georgia State Highway 16
#1 Lloyd Shoals Dam On Lake Jackson To Georgia State Highway 16 Good
· 997 cfs · in range (800-5,000)· Falling -52% / 24h
The Whitewater River Run from Lloyd Shoals Dam on Lake Jackson to Georgia State Highway 16 in Georgia is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow…
Why 73: live conditions (good)
73Top-rated
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Burrels Ford to Lick Log Branch (Section 1)
#2 Burrels Ford to Lick Log Branch (Section 1)
Section 1 is another excellent float on the Chattooga.  The scenery and wilderness feel make this run a top pick by many.  Even though the bulk of the run is class II water this…
Why 65: a defined runnable stretch
65Top-rated
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East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18
#3 East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18
. The Whitewater River Run East Juliette Dam to Georgia State Highway 18 is a popular destination for kayaking and rafting enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this section…
Why 65: a defined runnable stretch
65Top-rated
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Martin Branch Bridge To Robertsontown Bridge On Ga Highway 356
#4 Martin Branch Bridge To Robertsontown Bridge On Ga Highway 356 Marginal
· 61 cfs · below min (100)· Falling -6% / 24h
The Whitewater River Run from Martin Branch Bridge to Robertsontown Bridge on GA Highway 356 is a popular destination for paddlers in Georgia. The ideal streamflow range for this…
Why 52: live conditions (marginal)
52Solid
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Highway 28 to Earl's Ford (Section 2)
#5 Highway 28 to Earl's Ford (Section 2)
This is an exceptional beginner to intermediate run in a wilderness setting.  Generally this run can be considered class II except for Big Shoals at lower flow (where it can be…
Why 50: a defined runnable stretch
50Solid
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Mark Trail Wilderness Boundry To Old Turnpike Crossing Near Vandiver Branch
#6 Mark Trail Wilderness Boundry To Old Turnpike Crossing Near Vandiver Branch Poor
· 61 cfs · below min (400)· Falling -6% / 24h
. The Whitewater River Run in the Mark Trail Wilderness Boundary to Old Turnpike Crossing Near Vandiver Branch in Georgia is a popular spot for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal…
Why 24: live conditions (poor)
24Rated
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Old Turnpike Crossing To Martin Branch Bridge
#7 Old Turnpike Crossing To Martin Branch Bridge Poor
· 61 cfs · below min (400)· Falling -6% / 24h
The Whitewater River Run from Old Turnpike Crossing to Martin Branch Bridge in Georgia is a thrilling class II-III whitewater run that spans 7.5 miles. The ideal streamflow range…
Why 24: live conditions (poor)
24Rated
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Source Near Chattahoochee Gap To Mark Trail Wilderness Boundary
#8 Source Near Chattahoochee Gap To Mark Trail Wilderness Boundary Poor
· 61 cfs · below min (400)· Falling -6% / 24h
The Whitewater River Run in Georgia is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters seeking adventure and a challenging course. The ideal streamflow range for this run is…
Why 24: live conditions (poor)
24Rated
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Georgia State Highway 16 To East Juliette Dam
#9 Georgia State Highway 16 To East Juliette Dam Poor
· 129 cfs · below min (800)· Falling -44% / 24h
The Whitewater River Run in Georgia spans from State Highway 16 to the East Juliette Dam, covering a distance of approximately 10 miles. The ideal streamflow range for this run is…
Why 21: live conditions (poor)
21Rated
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River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River
#10 River Miles 8 Near Ga Sate Line To Confluence With Little River Poor
· 48 cfs · below min (900)· Falling -15% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Whitewater River Run in Georgia is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this river is around 500-1000 cfs. The river is rated as a…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Confluence Of Brasstown Creek And Little Brasstown Creek Just South Of Brasstown Falls Road (Fs 751) To Confluence Of Mill Branch, Brasstown Creek And Boatwright Creek Near Boatwright Road (Fs 753)
#11 Confluence Of Brasstown Creek And Little Brasstown Creek Just South Of Brasstown Falls Road (Fs 751) To Confluence Of Mill Branch, Brasstown Creek And Boatwright Creek Near Boatwright Road (Fs 753) Poor
· 38 cfs · below min (950)
The Whitewater River Run in Georgia is an exciting adventure for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for the run is between 200-400 cfs, making it a challenging but…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Nf Boundary To Taylor'S Creek In Cherokee Nf (Tn)
#12 Nf Boundary To Taylor'S Creek In Cherokee Nf (Tn) Poor
· 2 cfs · below min (300)· Falling -16% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Whitewater River run from North Fork Boundary to Taylor's Creek in Cherokee National Forest (Tennessee) is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Source In Cohutta Wilderness To Nf Boundary North Of Murray'S Lake
#13 Source In Cohutta Wilderness To Nf Boundary North Of Murray'S Lake Poor
· 18 cfs · below min (300)· Falling -17% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Whitewater River in Georgia is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts, with a range of class II-IV rapids and obstacles to navigate. The ideal streamflow range for…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Taylors Creek (Rm 74.5) To Nf Boundary (Rm 70.0)
#14 Taylors Creek (Rm 74.5) To Nf Boundary (Rm 70.0) Poor
· 2 cfs · below min (300)· Falling -16% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Whitewater River Run from Taylors Creek (Rm 74.5) to the NF Boundary (Rm 70.0) in Georgia is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated

Paddling in Georgia

Georgia has 21 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best paddling in Georgia

How are these paddle runs ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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