While it’s true that Georgia fall foliage can be seen either driving, hiking, or zip-lining through the state, there is another way to see this natural beauty altogether…paddling! Paddle down the Etowah River during Georgia’s fall foliage season and get ready for a mix of brilliance at every turn. The Etowah River is a marvel unto itself, but throw in the changing of the leaves into your trek and you have yourself a crisp afternoon you’ll never forget.

One of the most historically significant rivers in Georgia also happens to be one of the best to paddle or float down, especially during the fall season.
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Etowah River is quite a doozy in Georgia—clocking in at 164 miles in length, stretching from Rome to Cartersville, through Lake Alltoona, and up through Dahlonega.
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But beyond being a natural marvel, the Etowah River is also one of the most diverse water trails in the state.
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Visitors to the Etowah River can hop on at any point and paddle on down, witnessing pockets of natural beauty along the way.
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Whether you want to paddle a canoe or kayak, or even take a tube (depending on the temperature, of course) there are plenty of entry points to choose from.
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When the leaves begin to change in Georgia and everyone is hitting the mountains, why don’t you try renting a kayak and seeing the leaves a different way.
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Imagine floating down the river at your own pace, enjoying the silence of nature and the beauty of color throughout.
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There are even spots along the river where you can camp, too, setting up a tent and really immersing yourself in the wild.
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Enjoy a float down the Etowah River in Georgia for a unique way to get a dose of fall.
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Have you ever been to the Etowah River before? Did you know that there is an underground river mine you can paddle through? It’s a marvel that many paddlers don’t even know exists in Georgia. Also, to learn more about the Etowah River Trail, visit the website here.

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