Outfitters • Guides • Fish Camps Annual Events

Trail & Map Information
Online Resources
This map is intended as a general orientation and route guide only.
Mileage is approximate. Boaters are advised to use highway, county, or
topographic maps for more detailed information.
Altamaha River Partnership
www.altamahariver.org
River conditions and and currents vary according to weather and
season, and tidal effects are felt in the lower portions of the Altamaha
as you approach the coast. Windy conditions can affect canoes and
kayaks on wider sections of the river. Always check current and
weather conditions before you begin your trip. Local outfitters and visitor centers can also give you valuable information.
Paddlers are urged to use discretion and caution! Under average
conditions you should allow at least one hour of flatwater paddling to
cover two - three miles of river; driving and shuttling time is extra.
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Carry plenty of drinking water, snacks and a map.
Pack a towel and change of clothing in a waterproof pack
Demonstrate respect for fellow boaters and the environment.
Clean up and pack out trash
Leave a trip plan, let someone know when and where you
will end your trip.
• Pack valuables in a waterproof container lashed to your boat
• Park in designated reas; lock your vehicle; no valuables visible
• Stay alert for motorboats; keep to your right
• Paddle at your own risk, never alone
• Always wear your Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
• Don’t trespass
• If you pack it IN be sure you pack it OUT
• Consider taking: compass, camera, GPS, flashlight, extra line,
shelter tarp, matches, knife, cell phone, bilge pump, rain gear, whistle
Altamaha Riverkeeper
www.altamahariverkeeper.org
Coastal Georgia Travel Association
www.visitcoastalgeorgia.com
Georgia Department of Industry Trade & Tourism
www.georgia.org
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Wildlife Resources Division
http://georgiawildlife.dnr.state.ga.us
Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites
www.gastateparks.org
Georgia Visitor Information
www.georgiaonmymind.org
Magnolia Midlands Travel Association
www.MagnoliaMidlands.com
The Nature Conservancy
www.nature.org/georgia
Seven Rivers Resource Conservation and Development
www.sevenriversrcd.org
Ocean Motion Kayak Tours Kayak sales, rentals, tours, gear, trips.
St. Simons Island (912) 638-8086, www.oceanmotion.com
Altamaha Regional Park Glynn County Park at River Landing
#4, with boat ramp, store, bait, gas, camping, covered picnic area,
RV hookups, fishing, swimming, floating docks, waterfront
pavilion. Meets ADA requirements. US 341 North, Brunswick, GA.
(912) 264-2342, www.glynncounty.org.
Southeast Adventure Outfitters St. Simons & Brunswick,
Georgia stores; kayak sales and rentals, tours, gear, and overnight
trips. (912) 638-6732 www.southeastadventure.com.
St. Simons Outfitters/Bedford Sportsman Canoe, kayak sales
and rentals, tours, gear, and trips. St. Simons Island, GA (912)
638-5454, www.stsimonsoutfitters.com.
Two Way Fish Camp Drive-Up Launch (fee), dock, full service
marina, ramp, restaurant. US 17, Brunswick, GA (912) 265-0410.
JEFF DAVIS COUNTY
Three Rivers Outdoors, Inc. Serving the Altamaha, Ocmulgee and
Oconee Rivers; canoe and kayak rentals, river outfitting, self-guided to
fully outfitted guided river trips, 2 hours-2 weeks, groups of 1-50+,
Scott Taylor, Uvalda, GA (912) 594-8379, (912) 245-0193,
[email protected], www.explorethreerivers.com.
The River Guide Guided Tours on the Altamaha, Ocmulgee,
Oconee, Ohoopee, Satilla and St. Marys Rivers with Captain Larry
Bruce, who has explored the Rivers and Tidal Creeks of South Georgia
for over 50 years; licensed with the U.S. Coast Guard; (912) 347-8945,
(912) 375-9852, Email: [email protected], theriverguide.org.
• Obey fishing regulations.
• Report fish and wildlife violations
and pollution.
• Keep only the fish you can use
and release all others.
• Don’t collect wild plants or
mussels.
• Don’t disturb or feed wildlife.
• Don’t litter.
• Don’t release any exotic plants
or animals.
US Fish & Wildlife Southeast Region
http://southeast.fws.gov
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Annual Events
MCINTOSH COUNTY
Altamaha Canoe Excursions Presented by Fort King George
Historic Site. All day and overnight trips scheduled for Cathead
Creek, Black Creek, and the Altamaha River to Lewis Island.
Darien, (912) 437-4770, www.darientel.net/~ftkgeo/page2.html.
Altamaha Coastal Tours Kayak and canoe rentals, and shuttle
service. Trips on the Altamaha to Lewis Island, Sapelo, and
surrounding islands. Darien, (912) 437-6010,
www.altamaha.com..
Colonial Coast Ecotours Explore the Altamaha, a bird watching &
photographic paradise, aboard Capt. Sheryl Schooley’s private charter,
up to 6 guests. (912) 996-3531, [email protected].
First Georgia Hardware & Marine, Inc. All your boating &
fishing needs, tackle to cast nets. Broad Street, Darien; open
Mon-Sat, 8-6.(912) 437-4366.
Fishing Guides: Like to Fish (912) 832-4817, Credle's Adventures,
LLC (912) 265-5711, Shark Friendly Charters (912) 437-6684, Private
Charters (912) 437-2646, Reel Escape Fishing Charter (912)
832-6333, Liquid Asset Charter (912) 264-8860, www.visitdarien.com
TOOMBS COUNTY
Canoe Canoe Outfitters Guided canoe camping trips on the rivers
;of southern Georgia. Lyons, GA (912) 526-8222, www.canoecanoe.com.
WAYNE COUNTY
Altamaha Expeditions Jaycee Landing, Stump #30. Jesup, GA
(912) 427-6570.
Altamaha River Fishing Guide Service Come spend the day
fishing on the river. Jesup, GA; Bill Tyre, (912) 427-7869;
Dell Smith, (912) 427-4535.
JANUARY
Saddle Sore-Mule Poor Trail Ride Towns Bluff Park,
Hazlehurst, GA. (912) 218-0710, www.TownsBluffPark.com,
www.Hazlehurst-JeffDavis.org.
FEBRUARY
Oglethorpe At Darien Evening dinner of fine Scottish cuisine
served at the soldiers' barracks. Fort King George, Darien, GA
(912) 437-4770, www.darientel.net/~ftkgeo/.
Wayne County Hog Jam Statewide hog hunt headquartered at
Jaycee Fairgrounds in Jesup, GA (912)427-3233
www.waynecountyhogjam.com
MARCH
Dogwood Arts & Crafts Festival Jesup, GA, (912) 427-3233.
Peaches to Beaches Yard Sale Hwy 341, Shop the River
Corridor for treasure, Barnesville to Brunswick, GA (912) 240-0106.
Scottish Heritage Days Fort King George, Darien, GA
(912) 437-4770, www.darientel.net/~ftkgeo/.
Southern Pride Ag Ride Bicycle ride Screven, GA. Enjoy touring
agricultural Wayne & Appling Counties (912) 427-3233.
Spanish Moss Festival First weekend in March, Little
Ocmulgee State Park, Helena, GA www.TelfairCo.org.
APRIL
Altamaha River Run Jesup, GA (912) 427-3233.
Baxley Tree Fest Baxley, GA (912) 367-773, www.baxley.org.
Blessing of the Fleet Festival Darien, GA (912) 437-6684,
www.visitdarien.com, www.blessingofthefleet.com.
Hazlehurst Spring Showcase Three Rivers Arts Festival &
Hazlehurst BBQ Fest. www.TownsBluffPark.com 912-379-9303.
Sanctuary on Sapelo Wild Garden Party www.visitdarien.com.
Vidalia® Onion Festival Vidalia, GA (912) 538-8687.
APRIL continued
Three Rivers Arts Festival at Towns Bluff Park
Last Saturday in April, music & art (912) 379-9303
www.TownsBluffPark.com.
Altamaha River Paddle at Towns Bluff Park 3rd weekend in
April. Paddle the Altamaha confluence (912) 240-0106
www.TownsBluffPark.com.
MAY
Hazlehurst BBQ Fest at the Big House in Hazlehurst First
full weekend in May. Statewide BBQ Pitmasters compete.
(912) 240-0106, www.hazlehurstbbqfest.com
Blessing of the Fleet Mother’s Day Weekend, Downtown
Brunswick, GA (912) 265-3249, www.BrunswickGeorgia.net.
Sweet Onion Festival Glennville, GA (912) 654-2515.
Wayne County Catfish Tournament Jesup, GA (912) 427-3233.
Scotland Fest 1st Saturday in May, Scotland, GA www.TelfairCo.org.
JUNE
Altamaha River Rat Run Canoe & Kayak Excursion
1st Saturday in June, Baxley, GA, (912) 367-7731, www.baxley.org.
Georgia-Sea Islands Festival Coastal GA Gullah-Geechee Heritage St. Simons Island, GA www.GeorgiaSeaIslandFestival.com
Tunis Campbell Festival Darien, GA (912) 437-6684.
JULY
4th of July Fireworks Baxley, GA (912) 367-8100, www.baxley.org.
4th of July Fireworks Screven, GA (912) 427-3233.
July 4 “Cannons Across the Marsh” Fort King George, Darien,
GA (912) 437-4770, www.darientel.net/~ftkgeo/.
July 4 Independance Day Festival Alamo, GA (912) 568-7808.
July 4 Sunshine Festival St Simons Island, GA (912) 638-8770
Old Fashioned 4th of July Downtown Brunswick, GA
(912) 262-6934, www.BrunswickGeorgia.net.
AUGUST
Altamaha River Run Wayne County Grand Slam Fishing
Tournament Jesup, GA (912) 427-3233.
Wayne County Grand Slam Fishing Tournament Jesup, GA.
(912) 427-3233.
SEPTEMBER
Altamaha Fall Canoe Paddle Appling County Fun for all
ages, (912) 367-7731, www.baxley.org.
Cherokee Sandridge Annual Duck Race Labor Day Weekend,
Wheeler County, (912) 523-5091.
Lumber City Farm Day Festival Friday & Saturday after Labor
Day, Lumber City, GA www.TelfairCo.org.
Saddle Sore-Mule Poor Trail Ride Towns Bluff Park, Hazlehurst, GA. (912) 218-0710, www.TownsBluffPark.com,
www.Hazlehurst-JeffDavis.org.
OCTOBER
Arch Fest Arts and crafts, food, music, Jesup, GA
(912) 427-1313, www.jesupga.gov.
Cultural Day Sapelo Island (912) 485-2197, sapeloislandgeogia.org.
Golden Isles Art Show St. Simons Island, GA (912) 638-8770.
www.glynnart.org
Long County Wildlife Festival Ludowici, GA (912) 545-2143.
Odum Homecoming Odum, GA (912) 427-2028.
The Ole Time Farm Festival Uvalda, GA (912) 538-8687.
Rockin’ Stewbilee Brunswick Stew Contest, Crafts & Music,
Mary Ross Waterfront Park, Brunswick, GA. (800) 933-2627,
www.BrunswickStewbilee.com.
Milan Harvest Fest Third Saturday in October, Milan, GA
www.MilanGa.org.
NOVEMBER
Day in Darien Fall Festival Darien City Hall (912) 437-6686.
Brunswick Street Fair Art, antiques, food & music downtown
Brunswick, GA, (912) 265-4032, www.BrunswickGeorgia.net.
Drums Along the Altamaha British, Spanish, Native American &
civilian reenactors, 18th century crafts and a battle reenacment, Fort
King George, Darien, GA , (912) 437-6684, www.darientel.net/~ftkgeo/.
Heritage Festival Mount Vernon, GA (912) 538-8687.
Lights Along the River at Towns Bluff Heritage Center on the
Altamaha River through the Christmas Holidays (912) 379-9303
www.TownsBluffPark.com, www.Hazlehurst-JeffDavis.org.
Altamaha Fall Leaf Paddle Jesup, GA (912) 427-3233.
1890’s Homestead Celebration 2nd Saturday November - Step
back in time!Sponsored by the Jeff Davis County Fair Association,
Hazlehurst, GA (912) 375-4543.
DECEMBER
Colonial Christmas Dinner A festive holiday dinner at the
soldiers' barracks includes early 18th century courses; Fort King
George, Darien, GA , (912) 437-6684, www.darientel.net/~ftkgeo/.
Downtown Christmas Parade Jesup, GA (912) 427-2028.
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site Candlelight Tour
Brunswick, GA (912) 264-7333 www.gastateparks.org.
December at Doctortown Living history encampment to
commemorate the Battle for the Doctortown Railroad Trestle
Dec. 18 - 22, 1864; Jesup, GA s(912) 427-3233.
Christmas Parade & Winter Wonderland 1st Saturday in
December, Baxley, GA (912) 367-7731, www.baxley.org.
Christmas Extravaganza 1st Thursday & Friday in December,
McRae, GA www.TelfairCo.org.