Access Site
GA
Take Out
City: GA
County: Gilmer
Type: Whitewater Take Out
Location: 34.65560000, -84.45390000
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Cartecay River near Ellijay, GA
2 mi away
Cartecay River near Cartecay, GA
2.8 mi away
Coosawattee River near Ellijay, GA
3.3 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
I-III+(IV)
Take-out
Clear Creek - 2. Blackberry Mountain Road to DNR Take-out on Cartecay River
60 ft/mi
Current Conditions
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• 1.70-8.00 ft
Fausett Creek near Talking Rock, GA
Whitewater Runs on Clear Creek
2 runsDifficulty 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I-III+(IV)
Take-out at this location
2. Blackberry Mountain Road to DNR Take-out on Cartecay River
4.0 mi
60 ft/mi
I-V
Upstream from here (2.7 mi from take-out)
1. The headwaters. Hwy 240 (Sequayah Lake) to Blackberrry Mt Rd.
10.5 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
This take-out site on Clear Creek in Gilmer County, Georgia provides access to a significant whitewater river system. Clear Creek is a large river with a total length of nearly 94 miles and drains an area of over 1000 square miles. The creek features a substantial average gradient of 34.1 feet per mile and an elevation drop of approximately 3193 feet over its course, making it a dynamic waterway suitable for whitewater activities. With an average flow of about 188 cubic feet per second and velocity of 2.56 feet per second, paddlers should expect moving water conditions typical of mountain streams in northern Georgia.
As a take-out point, this site serves boaters completing a whitewater run down Clear Creek. The location in Gilmer County places it in the Blue Ridge Mountain region of Georgia, an area known for quality whitewater recreation. Paddlers should be aware that the creek's significant gradient and large stream order indicate moderate to strong current conditions. Before using this take-out, boaters should assess their skill level against the creek's characteristics and water conditions on the day of use.
Planners should contact local outfitters, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, or regional paddling clubs for current information about parking facilities, access restrictions, seasonal water conditions, and any fees that may apply at this specific take-out location.
As a take-out point, this site serves boaters completing a whitewater run down Clear Creek. The location in Gilmer County places it in the Blue Ridge Mountain region of Georgia, an area known for quality whitewater recreation. Paddlers should be aware that the creek's significant gradient and large stream order indicate moderate to strong current conditions. Before using this take-out, boaters should assess their skill level against the creek's characteristics and water conditions on the day of use.
Planners should contact local outfitters, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, or regional paddling clubs for current information about parking facilities, access restrictions, seasonal water conditions, and any fees that may apply at this specific take-out location.