Explore the Park
Paddle the Park 2025
Join us for a guided paddle series in partnership with Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC)! Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or brand new to the river, this is your chance to experience the beauty of the Chattahoochee from a whole new perspective. Each trip highlights a different stretch of the river, from peaceful flatwater floats to gentle rapids—all led by expert NOC guides.
All gear is provided, and spots fill quickly—don’t miss this opportunity to Paddle the Park!
Schedule
- Saturday, May 17 – Powers Island to Paces Mill: An iconic section through the Palisades with scenic rock formations (8 miles, mostly flatwater with class I-II shoals).
- Friday, June 13 – Morgan Falls to Powers Island (registration link coming soon!): A calm, beginner-friendly paddle through forested riverbanks and open water views (6 miles, mostly flatwater with class I shoals).
- Friday, June 27 – Garrard Landing to Don White (registration link coming soon!): One of our most popular stretches — easy paddling with rich wildlife sightings (3 miles, flatwater).
- Friday, July 11 – Medlock Bridge to Gerrard Landing (registration link coming soon!): A peaceful float through the heart of the river corridor (4.5 miles, flatwater).
- Friday, August 1 – Abbotts Bridge to Medlock Bridge (registration link coming soon!): A mellow cruise past shaded banks and quiet coves (4 miles, flatwater).
- Friday, August 22 – McGinnis Ferry to Abbotts Bridge (registration link coming soon!): A lively stretch featuring near the northernmost stretch of the park (5 miles).
- Friday,
August 29 – Settles Bridge to McGinnis Ferry
(registration link coming soon!):
A tranquil, mostly flatwater section surrounded with forest (4 miles).
What's Included:
kayak or ducky, paddle, & LIFE JACKET
Guided trip with NOC experts
Safety instruction and river interpretation
Pricing varies by trip. CNPC members receive a discount - learn more here!
PARK Boat Ramps & Launch Points
- Bowmans Island (CRNRA) Buford Dam - Lower Pool Park, Little Mill Rd, Cumming, Georgia 30041, United States
- Settles Bridge (CRNRA - No boat ramp - kayak and tube only) Settles Bridge Park, 380 Johnson Rd, Suwanee, Georgia 30024, United States
- McGinnis Ferry (CRNRA) Mcginnis Ferry Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30024, United States
- Abbotts Bridge (CRNRA) Abbotts Bridge Road, Duluth, Georgia 30096, United States
- Medlock Bridge (CRNRA) Medlock Bridge Road, Duluth, Georgia 30097, United States
- Garrard Landing (City of Roswell - No boat ramp - kayak/tube only) Garrard Landing Park, 8000 Holcomb Bridge Road, Alpharetta, Georgia 30022, United States
- Island Ford (CRNRA - No boat ramp - kayak and tube only) 1978 Island Ford Parkway, Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350, United States
- Don White Memorial Park (City of Roswell - No boat ramp - kayak/tube only) Don White Memorial Park, Riverside drive, Roswell, Georgia 30075, United States
- Azalea Park (City of Roswell) Azalea Park, 203 Azalea Dr, Roswell, Georgia 30075, United States
- Morgan Falls Park (City of Sandy Springs) Morgan Falls Overlook Park, 200 Morgan Falls Rd, Sandy Springs, Georgia 30350, United States
- Johnson Ferry North (CRNRA) 301 Johnson Ferry Road Southeast, Marietta, Georgia 30068, United States
- Powers Island (CRNRA - No boat ramp - kayak and tube only) Powers Island - Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, 5450 Interstate North Pkwy, Sandy Springs, Georgia 30328, United States
- Paces Mill (CRNRA - Last takeout point) Paces Mill Boat Ramp, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, United States
Support the River You Love
Enjoying a peaceful float down the Chattahoochee River is one of the best ways to experience the beauty of CRNRA. But these opportunities don’t happen without the ongoing support to maintain our waterways, trails, and access points. Your donation helps fund vital efforts like water quality monitoring, habitat restoration, and expanding public access for water recreation. Plus, as a member, you’ll enjoy exclusive discounts on boat rentals and more with our business partners in the park!
Purchase a Park Pass
A park pass is required for all visitors in all units of CRNRA. 80% of all fees collected help fund critical projects that improve services and protect resources in the park. Daily passes ($5), annual passes ($40), or annual senior passes ($20) are available for purchase online through NPS.
