Access Site
GA
Chattachoochee Bend State Park
Source: georgia_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago
City: Yellow Dirt, GA
County: Coweta County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 33.42999767, -85.01216092
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Chattahoochee River
9 runs (2 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
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II(III)
Upstream from here (47.2 mi from take-out)
7 - The Wave - Upstream of Atlanta Road
0.0 mi
8 ft/mi
I-II+(III)
Upstream from here (49.2 mi from take-out)
6 - Metro Hooch - Powers Ferry to West Pallisades/Paces Mill
2.6 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II-III+(IV)
65 mi away
8 - Metro Columbus/Phenix City
1.9 mi
I(II)
66 mi away
5.5 - Jones Bridge Park. Park and play.
0.3 mi
5 ft/mi
I-II(III)
80 mi away
5 - Middle Hooch - Buford Dam to Highway 20
2.4 mi
15 ft/mi
II(III)
115 mi away
4 - Duncan Bridge to Belton Bridge (Lake Lanier)
10.4 mi
II-IV
125 mi away
1 - USFS Road 44 to Robertson
7.4 mi
I-II
124 mi away
2 - Robertson to GA Route 115
17.3 mi
II-III
123 mi away
3.14 - Upper Hooch - GA Route 115 to Duncan Bridge Road
4.1 mi
25 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Chattahoochee Bend State Park provides boat access to the Chattahoochee River, a major river system that stretches over 434 miles across the Southeast. At this location in Coweta County, the river is a significant waterway with an average flow of over 20,000 cubic feet per second and an average current velocity of 7.37 feet per second. The river at this point represents a mature stream system with substantial water volume and consistent flow, making it suitable for various types of boating activities. The site is located at Yellow Dirt in the park, providing access to one of Georgia's most important river corridors.
Paddlers and boaters should be aware that the Chattahoochee River maintains a moderate to strong current in this section, with an average gradient of 7.7 feet per mile. The river's substantial flow and size indicate that water conditions can change, particularly during high water events or seasonal variations. The site's location on a major stream order 8 river means traffic from motorboats and commercial activity is possible, and boaters should exercise appropriate caution and navigation practices.
The park setting suggests amenities typical of Georgia state park boat ramps, though specific facility details should be confirmed directly with Chattahoochee Bend State Park management before visiting. Paddlers planning trips should check current water conditions, flow rates, and any advisories from the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Foundation or local authorities before launching.
Paddlers and boaters should be aware that the Chattahoochee River maintains a moderate to strong current in this section, with an average gradient of 7.7 feet per mile. The river's substantial flow and size indicate that water conditions can change, particularly during high water events or seasonal variations. The site's location on a major stream order 8 river means traffic from motorboats and commercial activity is possible, and boaters should exercise appropriate caution and navigation practices.
The park setting suggests amenities typical of Georgia state park boat ramps, though specific facility details should be confirmed directly with Chattahoochee Bend State Park management before visiting. Paddlers planning trips should check current water conditions, flow rates, and any advisories from the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Foundation or local authorities before launching.
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