Alapaha to the Suwannee River Paddle

**This outing was rescheduled from 8/10/24 due to Hurricane Debby.
Paddle 12.3 miles on two rivers, our takeout is very close to the confluence so most of the day we will enjoy this last section of the Alapaha River. The river has been fluctuating from too low to too high so we are hoping to hit it just right for paddling. There could be some deadfall from the recent storm. We will paddle under the ever busy I-75 but passing that we quickly reenter quiet wilderness. Everyone must wear a PFD.
We will also paddle up into the Alapaha Rise, off of the Suwannee River, where the Alapaha reemerges after traveling miles underground.
Put in: US Hwy 41 Alapaha Landing
Take out: Gibson County Park
Shuttle: 17 miles round trip, 25 minutes
Please come on time, the shuttle leaves promptly at 9:30. The access road that goes under the bridge is washed out so park up on the grass and carry kayaks down. Gnats and other insects are very bad at the put in, (bug spray) but no gnats once we launch.
There are no bathrooms at the put in or take out.
Free: This outing is free to WWALS members, and $10 for non-members. You can pay at the outing, or online: https://wwals.net/outings
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For more information about this paddle: https://wwals.net/?p=65541