Hollis Lathem Launch

Hollis Lathem is a boat ramp access point on Yellow Creek in Dawsonville, Dawson County, Georgia. Yellow Creek is a medium-sized river system with a total length of 46.50 miles and a drainage area of 354 square miles. The creek flows with an average velocity of 1.71 feet per second and an average flow of 621.78 cubic feet per second, indicating a moderate current typical of piedmont streams in Georgia.

The water conditions on Yellow Creek are characterized by a 5 foot per mile average gradient with an overall elevation drop of 232 feet across the watershed. These conditions suggest a flowing river environment suitable for various water activities, though paddlers should be prepared for moderate current. The stream order classification of 5 indicates this is a well-developed river system with stable flows and established channels.

This access point provides entry to a significant waterway in north Georgia with connections to a larger river system approximately 400 miles downstream. Users should check local conditions before launching, as flow rates and current speeds can vary seasonally and with recent rainfall in the Dawsonville area.