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n the early 1970s, Warner Brothers filmed
a little movie called Deliverance on North
I Georgia’s Chattooga River. The tale of four
adventurers’ encounters with dangerous rapids,
and even more dangerous locals, earned three
Oscar nominations, kick-started Georgia’s film
FEEL
WHITEWATER RAFTING RUSH! The National Wild & Scenic Chattooga River is where
industry, and ignited the sport of whitewater
the
rafting in the state.
Today, whitewater enthusiasts can hit at least
four Georgia rivers, casually sliding through
Class I-II rapids or bracing for the wildest rides
on up to Class VI foam.
1 Chattooga River

Georgia whitewater got its start. At least three different
outfitters lead trips along this 26-mile span. Families
like Section 3, with its gentle Class I-III rapids with the
option to run Bull Sluice, a Class IV drop. Section 4 is
serious whitewater for advanced paddlers and rafters,

Whitewater experiences in Georgia offer thrills galore

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