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Playspot GA Class II

Thornton Shoals - Third Set of Ledges

Chattahoochee - 6 - Metro Hooch - Powers Ferry to West Pallisades/Paces Mill (GA)

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Gauge Conditions

Chattahoochee River at Atlanta, GA Downstream Primary

Runnable: 850.0 – 20,000.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Thornton Shoals presents a Class II ledge drop with a potential surfing wave at higher water levels. The rapid features multiple rock-formed steps creating small hydraulics, with the primary line running center-right to avoid scattered mid-stream boulders. Paddlers should be prepared for potential lateral waves and maintain awareness of water levels, which significantly impact the rapid's character and playability.