Kayak and canoe launches on Etowah River, Georgia

11 launch sites on Etowah River from Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. 6 are listed as hand, car-top or paddlecraft launches. 5 are trailer ramps.

Fees: 10 list no fee, 1 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.

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Launch sites A to Z

• Boling Park · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 201 m (660 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -3 ft (about 0% average grade)

  • Very long carry (over about 200 m): plan on a cart, or make two trips with gear first. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Eagles Beak Park · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 89 m (290 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -4 ft (about 1% average grade)

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Etowah River Canoe/Kayak Launch · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 82 m (270 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -8 ft (about 3% average grade)

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Euharlee Road Boat Ramp · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Gober Beach · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• McGraw Ford WMA · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Neels Landing · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Old Hardin Bridge Landing · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• River Park · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 51 m (170 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -6 ft (about 4% average grade)

  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Riverside Park · Boat ramp (trailer)
  Entry: Fee charged (amount not listed) (Georgia DNR WRD Water Access, checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• State Route 1 Loop · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by Georgia DNR WRD Water Access (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Accessible features

  Not listed

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • Not listed as accessible by the managing agency. If you need an accessible launch, contact them before you go. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: Georgia DNR WRD Water Access. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

Georgia paddling rules
Registration, permits, life jackets and AIS stickers

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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.