Water Activities
Boating - Motorized, Boating - Non-Motorized, Swimming, and Waterskiing are available in the forest.
Rivers, streams, creeks, lakes, and ponds provide many opportunities for all kinds of water activities. From the sound of a babbling mountain stream to the quiet plop of a bobber hitting the water to running down the swimming beach into a mountain lake, being near, on, or in the water is always great fun.
White Water Rafting, Canoeing, and Kayaking Opportunities
Many people lack the equipment or skill needed to run the Chattooga River safely. Three companies are commercially licensed to operate on the Chattooga by the U.S. Forest Service.
These companies run scheduled trips using 4-6 person rubber rafts. They furnish guides, all equipment, transportation, and lunch for trips taking most of a day. Raft trip prices start around $40 and go to about $85, depending on the river section and the day of the week. Weekend reservations fill quickly so advance planning is necessary to book a trip.
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Chattooga River Trail
Deep Hole Recreation Area
Dyar Pasture Recreation Area
Lake Blue Ridge Recreation Area
Lake Chatuge Recreation Area
Lake Conasauga
Lake Conasauga Picnic and Swim Site
Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area
Lake Russell Boat Launch and Beach Areas
Lake Sinclair Recreation Area