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Access Site GA

Knowles (SR96 Bridge)

Ocmulgee River • Savage Creek

Source: georgia_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: GA
County: Houston
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 32.54213000, -83.53728000
GFR7+V3 Warner Robins, GA, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Ocmulgee River at GA 96, near Bonaire, GA Same River 0.1 mi away
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Ocmulgee River at US 341, at Hawkinsville, GA Same River 18.4 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Ocmulgee River
2 runs (1 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
I(II) Upstream from here (21.9 mi from take-out) 2. Popes Ferry to Macon
14.2 mi 4 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
I-II(III) 52 mi away 1. Lloyd Shoals Dam to Wise Creek
6.0 mi 7 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Knowles (SR96 Bridge) boat ramp provides access to the Ocmulgee River, a popular water trail in central Georgia. This access point is well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and small powerboats looking to explore this scenic river.

The Ocmulgee River at this location is a moderate-sized waterway with an average width of around 200 feet. The current is generally mild, making it a great option for paddlers of all skill levels. Nearby Bond Swamp National Wildlife Refuge offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and nature exploration along the river.

While detailed amenity information is not available, the boat ramp appears to be a basic gravel or paved launch site suitable for hand-carried craft and trailered boats. Paddlers should be prepared for typical river conditions and obstructions, and check water levels and flow before launching. Overall, the Knowles (SR96 Bridge) access provides a convenient put-in point to experience the beauty of the Ocmulgee River.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Bond Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Located within