Carter's Bight

Carter's Bight is a boat ramp access point on the Altamaha River in Appling County, Georgia. The Altamaha is a major river system flowing 134 miles to the Atlantic Ocean with a substantial drainage area of nearly 14,000 square miles. This is a significant waterway with an average flow of over 14,500 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 3.45 feet per second, indicating moderate current conditions typical of a major coastal plain river.

The Altamaha River in this section maintains a gentle gradient of 0.6 feet per mile as it flows through the lower Georgia Coastal Plain toward the ocean. Paddlers and boaters should be aware that this is a tidal river system influenced by ocean conditions as it approaches the coast. The river's size and flow characteristics make it suitable for various watercraft, though users should have awareness of current conditions and potential tidal influences, especially closer to the mouth.

Access at Carter's Bight provides an opportunity to explore a significant Georgia waterway with important ecological value. The site serves as a launch point for paddlers, anglers, and boaters interested in experiencing the Altamaha River system, which supports diverse wildlife and recreational opportunities throughout its 134-mile course to the Atlantic.