City: Sandy Springs, GA
County: Fulton County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 33.98691195, -84.32352980
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Chattahoochee River
9 runs (4 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
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I-II+(III)
Downstream from here (10.1 mi to put-in)
6 - Metro Hooch - Powers Ferry to West Pallisades/Paces Mill
2.6 mi
II(III)
Downstream from here (14.2 mi to put-in)
7 - The Wave - Upstream of Atlanta Road
0.0 mi
8 ft/mi
I(II)
Upstream from here (6.0 mi from take-out)
5.5 - Jones Bridge Park. Park and play.
0.3 mi
5 ft/mi
I-II(III)
Upstream from here (18.5 mi from take-out)
5 - Middle Hooch - Buford Dam to Highway 20
2.4 mi
15 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II(III)
54 mi away
4 - Duncan Bridge to Belton Bridge (Lake Lanier)
10.4 mi
I-II
62 mi away
2 - Robertson to GA Route 115
17.3 mi
II-III
62 mi away
3.14 - Upper Hooch - GA Route 115 to Duncan Bridge Road
4.1 mi
25 ft/mi
II-IV
64 mi away
1 - USFS Road 44 to Robertson
7.4 mi
II-III+(IV)
113 mi away
8 - Metro Columbus/Phenix City
1.9 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Island Ford Boat Ramp provides access to the Chattahoochee River, a major waterway in the southeastern United States. This river access point is located within the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area near Sandy Springs, Georgia.
The Chattahoochee River is a substantial waterway, spanning 434.91 miles in length with an elevation drop of over 3,300 feet. It's classified as a "major river" with an average flow of over 20,000 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 7.37 feet per second. These characteristics make the Chattahoochee suitable for various boating activities, including kayaking, canoeing, and rafting.
The Island Ford Boat Ramp is a suitable launch site for these pursuits, though paddlers should be aware that they'll need to transport their gear from the nearby Visitor Center parking area down to the launch. The National Park Service maintains this access point, but there is no further information available on hours, fees, or ADA accessibility. Boaters are encouraged to contact the Visitor Center at (678) 538-1200 for the latest details before planning their trip.
The Chattahoochee River is a substantial waterway, spanning 434.91 miles in length with an elevation drop of over 3,300 feet. It's classified as a "major river" with an average flow of over 20,000 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 7.37 feet per second. These characteristics make the Chattahoochee suitable for various boating activities, including kayaking, canoeing, and rafting.
The Island Ford Boat Ramp is a suitable launch site for these pursuits, though paddlers should be aware that they'll need to transport their gear from the nearby Visitor Center parking area down to the launch. The National Park Service maintains this access point, but there is no further information available on hours, fees, or ADA accessibility. Boaters are encouraged to contact the Visitor Center at (678) 538-1200 for the latest details before planning their trip.
Federal Facility Information
(678) 538-1200
Free Access
The Island Ford Visitor Center is located in the historic Hewlett Lodge. Here you will be able to purchase your Annual Park Pass as well as any of the passes in the America The Beautiful series. While there pick up maps, obtain the latest information on the park, or pick up a souvenir from the Eastern National store.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
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Amenities
parking
restrooms