Access type
Operator rental & shuttle. First come, first served; the official FAQ says reservations and advance bookings are not accepted.
Check-in or trailhead
2400 Highway 52 East, Ellijay, GA 30540
Rental and Lazy River check-in is at 2400 Highway 52 East. The operator lists 1554 Lower Cartecay Road as the Adventure River put-in and the check-in for private-boat shuttle service.
Season & current access
The operator publishes a Memorial Day–Labor Day main season. Weekends around that window are weather-dependent, so contact the operator before making plans.
Age, skill & route requirements
Tube rentals are for ages 5 and older; kayak rentals are for ages 10 and older. Every participant signs a waiver, and a minor needs an adult signature. Proper safety gear is required and included with rentals.
Choose between the roughly 1.5-mile Lazy River float and the roughly 3-mile Adventure River route. The operator describes the Adventure route as Class I–II whitewater rather than a lazy float.
Fit it into a wine weekend
Make this the first major activity of the day. Finish the float, return equipment, change, hydrate and eat lunch before any winery visit.
Official access or booking details ↗
- Official hours, season and directions
- Adventure route, ages and safety rules
- Official FAQ and reservation policy
Reviewed September 23, 2026. Use the official source for day-of access, conditions and availability.