Hawkinsville (Mile Branch Park)

Hawkinsville at Mile Branch Park provides access to the Ocmulgee River, a substantial waterway classified as a large river (Stream Order 7) with significant flow characteristics. The site is located in Pulaski County near Hawkinsville, Georgia, positioned approximately 390 miles upstream from the river's mouth. The Ocmulgee River at this location maintains an average flow of about 6,256 cubic feet per second with a moderate gradient of 1.7 feet per mile, creating conditions typical of a flowing river system rather than a placid lake environment.

Paddlers and boaters should be aware that the river's average velocity of 3.08 feet per second indicates a noticeable current. The drainage area of 6,030 square miles means water levels can fluctuate seasonally and with weather events upstream. This section of the Ocmulgee represents a well-established river corridor that has served as an important waterway in the region. The access point serves as a gateway for various types of boating activities on this major Georgia river system.

Mile Branch Park in Hawkinsville offers a public access point for the paddling and boating community in central Georgia. As with most river access sites, conditions can vary based on recent rainfall and upstream dam operations. Paddlers should verify current water levels and flow conditions before launching, as the river's moderate current and substantial flow volume require appropriate skill and equipment.