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Chattahoochee River Whitewater Rafting

PLAY,
PADDLE

OR PAUSE

An Amazing Place to Go with the Flow

he way the water of the CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER ‘family classic’ where you enjoy entry-level
Chattahoochee River rushes whitewater and float through a Lazy River
As the lifeblood of the region, it’s no
T through the heart of Uptown full of turtles. Or take the ‘Challenge’ trip for
surprise the Chattahoochee River plays a
Columbus adds a level of energy to the an extreme adventure, where you encounter
major role in the area’s outdoor recreation,
collective pulse of the region. A flurry of the biggest rapid in the East! Guides
offering a wealth of activities, including
activity emanates from the flowing river accompany all guests. Both trips offer a great
biking, fishing, rafting, kayaking, and more! opportunity to see bald eagles and ospreys.
and along its tributaries in the Greater
Possibly the biggest news in the Columbus Along with the whitewater course, visitors
Columbus Region. in the last 10 years was the breaching of are coming to Columbus for the Blue Heron
Residents and visitors alike can explore and dams on the river and the creation of the Zipline, which offers two crossings of the
experience the possibilities for relaxation and “Longest Urban Whitewater Course in the Chattahoochee River. Soaring 100 feet above
adventure. Take it slow with a picnic in the World.” Escape the ordinary with Columbus the rapids from Georgia to Alabama and
park or jump into action by zipping over the GA Whitewater. Beginner groups will love the back is an extraordinary experience. Guests
rapids. Whether it’s time to get active or seek also enjoy the treetop aerial course and a
serenity, you’ll find the options for recreation This extraordinary spectacular canopy tour taking you high up
abundant on the banks, in the rapids and whitewater rafting course in some of the region’s magnificent
around the Chattahoochee. was named by USA Today Southern oaks.
While recreation may start with the as one of the “Top 12 Man-
legendary waterway, it certainly doesn’t end PARKS
Columbus Parks and Recreation offers
there. Sports fans and athletes enjoy award- made Adventures in the a wide variety of facilities perfect for
winning golf courses, established youth World.” There is whitewater maintaining an active lifestyle. Head to Flat
recreation associations and the winningest for all ages, whether you Rock Park and break out the discs for a round
arena football team in history. However you want a milder trip or an of disc golf. Britt David Park has walking and
spend your time, it’s easy to fill your days extreme adventure. fitness paths in addition to baseball fields,
with amazing adventure in Columbus. a playground, and more. Whether you are

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