Join us for a special paddler's dream weekend on the coast of GA for our March 2011 camp out. We will be heading to Darien, GA, to paddle the Altamaha River and it's tributaries, the fishing village of Darien, and those that stay the following week, can explore the coastal islands, too.

Friday, March 25, 2011 - Cathead Creek
For the ones who arrive early on Friday, March 25, a trip will be available that afternoon on Cathead Creek.
Cathead Creek drains part of Buffalo Swamp and was used by rice growers during the 18th and 19th centuries. The abandoned rice fields and irrigation canals, now overgrown with freshwater vegetation and teaming with wildlife, provide miles of waterways and canoe trails. Time pending. Canoe and kayak appropriate.

Saturday, March 26, 2011 - Altamaha River
Approx. 10 miles - Canoe and Kayak appropriate.
On this day we will put-in at Williamsburg Landing (Upper Sansavilla) on the lower Altamaha, Georgia's mightiest river. The first leg will take us through the bottom land hardwoods and cypress swamps pass Lower Sansavilla Bluff to Ft. Barrington, where we'll explore the Tupelo forrest of Barrington Lake. We will then stop at a sandbar adjacent to a bluff, with a beautiful view of the river, for lunch. The group will then proceed down river to Altamaha Regional Park, our take-out, with an optional side trip up one of the many sloughs allong the way.

 

Sunday, March 27, 2011 - Altamaha Delta

Approx. 6 miles - Kayak appropriate.
On this day we will start out from the Darien historic waterfront past the picturesque shrimp fleet. We will head south across the delta through General's Cut, dug in 1808 to shorten the water route to St. Simons Island. We will then take

Butler River past Rhett's Island to the main part of the Altamaha River. From there we will cross over to Wood's Cut along Broughton Island to view an eagle's nest and stretch our legs on a sandbar before our journey back. This trip will require paddling with and, a times, against the tide. There will be opportunities to cut the trip short for some who might not be able to continue. If conditions are good canoes would be appropriate for this trip.
 
We will have a group dinner and presentation on Saturday night.. We will probably go to a local fish and steak restaurant overlooking the river, depending on the size of the group.

If you don't have the appropriate boat, Altamaha Coastal Tours will provide kayaks, $20 a day, tandems $40 a day, and canoes $30 a day. First come first serve, call for reservations. Shuttle service is also available, rates will vary. Trips subject to change.

We are working with Sonja Cox with the Altamaha Riverkeeper ... and Danny at Altamaha Coastal Tours,  ... to make sure we have a fantastic time and explore all of the best, local spots.

Camping Options:
Main campground is the Altamaha Regional Campground
other options include:
1. Inland Harbor - Closest... close to town and very nice, no tents
2. Cathead Creek Ranch - a little further out, very nice area with nice trails, tents and rvs, but no bathhouse
3. Lake Harmony RV Park - rv's & tents, bathhouse.
4. Jekyll Island Campground

Annual GCA membership is required, and members will pay $5.00 for the weekend, for GCA event insurance. Participants will be responsible for camping reservations, food, etc.  If you plan to attend, please email me (Marie S.) at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 404-202-9546 and leave a message.
I will be staying until April 3, to explore the coast, parks, towns, light houses, ghost tours, etc.  Join me if you can!

Comments

Name *
Email (For verification & Replies)
Code   
ChronoComments by Joomla Professional Solutions

Submit Comment

Show/Hide Comment form