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Georgia whitewater - Yellow River, Gwinnett/Dekalb County
Gwinnett/Dekalb
county,
Annistown Bridge to Highway 124 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-III 4 miles
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The starting point is not too far from Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. This section of Yellow River is 4 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-III section. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Annistown Bridge to Highway 124 stretch is one of them. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Georgia is often tougher than elsewhere, so if you're |
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visiting here do keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. The scenic beauty of Gwinnett/Dekalb County and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip.
| A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. There are many good hotels to choose from, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.
Briefly about the general area:
Yellow River gets a large amount of water; the wettest month of the year is generally March, that's the one that rains the most while October is regularly the driest month. For the period of the summertime months at Yellow River temperatures are generally in the | |
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80's, and during the night it cools down to the 60's. For the period of the winter highs are ordinarily in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Yellow River are in the 20's.
Horseshoe Bend is an out of the ordinary thing to catch a glimpse of since you're here at Yellow River.
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Yellow River, Annistown Bridge to Highway 124 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
QUICK STATS
AW Class:
I-III
Length:
4
miles
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Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 33.8049
Longitude: -84.07551
Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 33.7727
Longitude: -84.0583
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Paddler input for Yellow River, Georgia:
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Current weather conditions at Yellow River, Georgia
Local climate location: ALPHARETTA 14 miles away
        
RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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Days Inn Atlanta Stone Mountain, Stone Mountain
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4 miles away
The Days Inn Stone Mountain is the perfect location for the family getaway or the business traveler. We are conveniently located to all Atlanta has to offer. We are conveniently located 1/2 mile f...
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Best Western Stone Mountain, Stone Mountain
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4 miles away
Situated just one mile from beautiful Stone Mountain Park, this Stone Mountain, Georgia hotel offers a full array of amenities and services for a great price. A centralized convenient location, great...
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Comfort Inn & Suites at Stone Mountain, Stone Mountain
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4 miles away
Stone Mountain Park 1 mile. Shopping and restaurants 3 miles. Business center, heated indoor pool, fitness center, whirlpool suites and meeting room. FREE wireless high speed Internet in all rooms. We...
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All Georgia Whitewater
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Outdoors Recreation Near Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, Georgia
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, Georgia, the metro area neareast to Yellow River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Yellow River. |
| | Whitewater Near Yellow River:
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Yellow River, Gwinnett
County
, 4 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Arnold Road to Annistown Bridge) |
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Yellow River, -blank-
County
, 13 miles away, Class II(III) - 37 miles long (Highway 124 to Lake Jackson) |
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Alcovy River, Barrow/ Walton/ Newton
County
, 18 miles away, Class II-III - 21 miles long (GA Route 81 to US 278) |
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South River, Newton/Henry
County
, 19 miles away, Class III - 0.5 miles long (GA 81 to Snapping Shoals Creek) |
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Big Creek, Fulton
County
, 23 miles away, Class I-III(V+) - 2 miles long (Grimes Bridge Road to Vickery Creek Park) |
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Marsh Creek, Fulton
County
, 24 miles away, Class III-IV - 1 miles long (Mill Spring Academy to Riverside Road) |
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Alcovy River, Newton
County
, 26 miles away, Class III - 2.4 miles long (Factory Shoals) |
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Chattahoochee River, Cobb/Fulton
County
, 27 miles away, Class II(III) - 0.2 miles long (Upstream of Atlanta Road) |
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Chattahoochee River, Cobb/Fulton
County
, 27 miles away, Class I-II+(III) - 3.5 miles long (Powers Ferry to West Pallisades/Paces Mill) |
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Sope Creek, Cobb
County
, 27 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 2.5 miles long (Lower Roswell Road to Chattahoochee River) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Yellow River:
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Sky Valley, Georgia
, 84 miles away, 210 vertical feet |
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Scaly Mountain, North Carolina
, 87 miles away, 225 vertical feet |
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| | Hotels Near Yellow River:
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Days Inn Atlanta Stone Mountain, Stone Mountain
, 4 miles away |
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Best Western Stone Mountain, Stone Mountain
, 4 miles away |
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Comfort Inn & Suites at Stone Mountain, Stone Mountain
, 4 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express ATLANTA-STONE MOUNTAIN, Stone Mountain
, 4 miles away |
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La Quinta Inn and Suites Snellville/Stone Mountain, Snellville
, 4 miles away |
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| | National Parks Near Yellow River:
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Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Atlanta - GA
, 21 miles away |
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Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, Atlanta - GA
, 22 miles away |
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