Georgia whitewater, Apalachee River Putnam Baldwin county, GA Route 81 to Oconee River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-III     55.8 miles   The average Georgia whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. The starting point is not too far from Athens-Clarke County, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. This stretch of Apalachee River in Georgia is 55.8 miles long and is according to American Whitewater     a class I-III section of whitewater. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling spots. Now this is a pretty long section, so make sure you pack enough food along with your camping gear. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the GA Route 81 to Oconee River stretch   is just one of many. The natural beauty of Georgia and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Briefly about the general area: During your spree to Apalachee River you'll meet some people from Good Hope for sure. Don't leave Apalachee River without visiting Hard Labor Creek State Park. For the period of the summertime, highs usually are in the 80's at Apalachee River with overnight lows in the 60's. During the wintertime highs are frequently in the 50's, and after the sun is down throughout the winter temperatures at Apalachee River drop into the 30's. Apalachee River, GA Route 81 to Oconee River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Apalachee River.   Whitewater Near Apalachee River: Hard Labor Creek, Morgan County, 5 miles away       Class III - 4 miles long (Historic Brown Hill Church to Browning Shoals) Apalachee River, Morgan/ Oconee County, 7 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 0 miles long (High Shoals - Highway 186 to Price Mill) Apalachee River, Oconee County, 13 miles away       Class II-III - 0.1 miles long (Pot Leaf Shoals Apalachee park and play spot) Alcovy River, Barrow/ Walton/ Newton County, 16 miles away       Class II-III - 21 miles long (GA Route 81 to US 278) Rose Creek, Oconee County, 17 miles away       Class II-III - 0.2 miles long (Elder Mill Road park and huck) Alcovy River, Newton County, 24 miles away       Class III - 2.4 miles long (Factory Shoals) North Oconee River, Jackson County, 25 miles away       Class III - 0.25 miles long (Hurricane Shoals County Park) Apalachee River, Putnam/Baldwin County, 27 miles away       Class I-III - 55.8 miles long (GA Route 81 to Oconee River) Little River, Putnam County, 30 miles away       Class I-II - 3 miles long (Glenwood Springs Road to Lake Sinclair) South River, Newton/Henry County, 30 miles away       Class III - 0.5 miles long (GA 81 to Snapping Shoals Creek)   Ski Areas Near Apalachee River: Sky Valley, Georgia , 71 miles away, 210 foot drop, 2 lifts, 5 runs Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 73 miles away, 225 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs   Hotels Near Apalachee River: Sparrow Hill Inn, Monroe , 7 miles away Jameson Inns Monroe, Monroe , 9 miles away Sleep Inn & Suites, Athens , 12 miles away Candlewood Suites ATHENS, Athens , 12 miles away SpringHill Suites Athens, Athens , 13 miles away   Campgrounds Near Apalachee River: Simmeron Park, Monroe, 4 miles away Hard Labor Creek State Park, Social Circle, 7 miles away Pine Lake RV Campground, Bishop, 10 miles away   Public Lands Near Apalachee River: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Atlanta - GA , 51 miles away Ocmulgee National Monument, Macon - GA , 55 miles away Hard Labor Creek State Park, Georgia , 7 miles away Fort Yargo Recreation Area, Georgia , 15 miles away Oconee National Forest, Georgia , 28 miles away   Golf Courses Near Apalachee River: Hard Labor Creek Golf Course, Social Circle , 7 miles away Monroe Golf And Country Club, Monroe , 8 miles away Hard Labor Creek State Park, Rutledge , 9 miles away   Lakes Near Apalachee River Crows Lake, Jackson , 18 miles away