Editor Pick
Kayaking the Broad River
- November 4, 2000
- Rated 3 of 5 by
Todd W. from Atlanta, Georgia
To get out of town for the day, drive up to Danielsville and take a kayak down the beautiful Broad River. The Broad River Outpost (http://www.gariver.com/index.html) has great information on the river and rents kayaks for $15 for the trip and will pick you up at the end of the route. The river is a Class II at best - if you're new to the sport or an amateur, you'll be happy, but experts may get bored with the rapids. The real reason to kayak the river, however, is the quiet and the natural beauty. You'll rarely see anyone else on the river at all, and there are stretches where you won't see any sign of civilization. You will see turtles, egrets, possibly deer, and other kinds of wildlife. Be sure to call the Broad River Outpost ((706)795-3242) before you go for directions and to check on the water levels.
From journal A weekend in Athens