Ohoopee is a very crooked river and I suspect float from 16 would take a few days. On over 3,000 acres of land, experience a great outdoor hunting experience for deer or turkey. Additionally where the Ohoopee enters the Altamaha had filled in with sand last time I was there which was probably two years ago as far as the traditional flow is concerned --very shallow trickle as opposed to a river flow when normal river heights are present and you would have a drag that is far too long to consider if water is down in Altamaha. After crossing the Ohoopee, turn right on CR 296 and follow it to the boat ramp. In November 1864, Sherman and his Yankee Army invaded Emanuel County during his infamous "March to the Sea" and actually encamped near McKinneys Pond. Project partners hope the newly-finished features will draw more people to experience, and gain an appreciation for, the natural wonder that is Ohoopee Dunes. If you notice any errors in the below information, please contact our. The gauge level at Reidsville is 1.21 I think it needs to be around 3-4 before you can get a jon boat down it. The take-out was 29 miles down river at Ga. 147, across from Reidsville State Prison, where there is a parking lot and concrete ramp on river right, downstream side of the bridge. Take-out: From Reidsville drive southwest on GA 147 to the river. The Wal-Mart Foundation provided $50,000 in matching funds. And if it is too low you will have to drag over some areas and go around that old dam. Why all the sand? All have been dedicated as state heritage preserves. Get Connected. We passed a large open swampy area on river right that we thought was the Pendelton Creek confluence but we did not take time to paddle up it. Course. The Coleman House is a picturesque Victorian-era mansion built between 1900 and 1904. Lot of construction there at 16 right now with the widening of U.S. 1. It holds few nutrients and drains quickly. Rivers Meet allows the new land owner the opportunity to own river land, with nearly 1500 ft of Ohoopee River & Altamaha River frontage. The banks, also of white sand, are 24 feet high and slope at approximately 3045 degrees. We took a 14' jonboat with a trolling motor. Put-in: From Lyons, drive northeast on GA 152 to the river. Working for the Works Progress Administration Federal Arts Project during the Depression, Reindel completed several murals between 1937 and 1942, including the one located in Emanuel County. Anyone aware of any ramps that are launch-able right now? Questions: 706-557-3333 which is below Pendelton Creek. Its an assemblage of rare ecological communities on top of a rare geologic system, he said. Situated in the heart of the downtown business district at the intersection of US 1 and US 80, the Swainsboro Downtown Square offers a unique setting with palm trees, a large fountain and beautifully landscaped areas. Copyright 2023, Tattnall County, GA. All Rights Reserved, Print Tattnall County River Landing Rules and Regulations, Human Trafficking Notice in compliance with O.C.G.A. No have been reported on Ohoopee River yet. Between Griffin Ferry Road (B) and GA 152 (C), the black water floods the inside bends of the oxbows. Ohoopee Dunes WMA Adds Trail, Boat Ramp And Parking Areas Monday, October 6, 2014 Educational and recreational improvements at Ohoopee Dunes Wildlife Management Area, one of Georgia's most. One 15' tandem Old Town Pathfinder canoe, one solo touring kayak, one tandem kayak. 4650 My Place Rd Needles, CA 92363 View Map $1,716,000 Schedule a Tour The Ohoopee is also recommended for overnight camping trips. Camping is available on the Old Mcleods Bridge Tract off U.S. Highway 57. 15. For details. Gradient: 1.6 fpm, Map detail from Canoeing and Kayaking Georgia, copyright Menasha Ridge Press. As of 2020, according to the Georgia State Prison Fact Sheet, the facility occupies 9,800 acres of land inside Tattnall County and provides 162 staff housing units on the reservation. We were able to get around this one on river right after eddying out and dragging our boats over some tree roots and cypress knees. provided to the NWS by the gauge owner. There are also a number of monuments paying tribute to the men and women in uniform who have served our country, state, and county. The access road becomes covered with water. Interpreting hydrographs and NWS watch, warnings, and forecasts, and inundation maps, Survey grade GPS equipment, FEMA flood plain maps, newer USGS topographic maps, Older USGS topographic maps, NGVD29 benchmarks, Older USGS topographic maps, MSL benchmarks. Kentucky River boat ramp information, including river mile, fees, type of ramp, and location. We passed one large sandbar at about 1:17 pm just upstream of a large and obviously occupied house. water enters the ground level of homes in the Joy Bluff community. Look for kiosk on the north side of the highway. Brown Hunting Camp is located within five minutes of Swainsboro. Fish and Wildlife Service parcel. Also you will probably find the river very narrow and too many obstacles in the way of fallen trees that far up. Today, it is the site of Emanuel County's oldest and most famous restaurant. Half Pipe Ramp - 8' Wide. Lot of construction there at 16 right now with the widening of U.S. 1. You must log in or register to reply here. View a map of this area and more on Natural Atlas. 7 days. The boat ramp is located in Killens Pond State Park in Harrington Delaware off Rd 384, Killens Pond Rd. River access here is good with plenty of parking. Contact Us Phone: +1 404-873-6946 Email: tncgeorgia@tnc.org Follow A string of ancient dunes is home to a remarkable thriving plant and animal community. I went last week with a buddy and we managed to bring home a cooler full of nice redbreasts. For more information call 478-252-1300 or 478-494-5005. Just under 300 anglers reeled in a Georgia Angler Award last year. The property contains a 109 acre lake surrounded by 640 acres of gently rolling terrain. Meandering along the northeastern edge of Emanuel County, the flow of the Ogeechee River is not regulated by dams like most rivers in Georgia. Also you will probably find the river very narrow and too many obstacles in the way of fallen trees that far up. Length: 58.8 mi The campus of East Georgia State College is home to one of the newest disc golf courses in the state. Put in: Ga. 292 bridge river right at 10:45 am. This WMA is managed to provide both firearms deer hunting opportunities on the Old Mcleods Bridge Tract and more traditional season-long archery deer hunting opportunities on the remaining tracts (Highway 80, Halls Bridgeand Covena Tracts). This 68 acre park offers a boat ramp, pavilion, playground, and parking. http://water.weather.gov/ahps2/hydrograph.php?wfo=jax&gage=BAXG1. Call 912-681-0831 or visit www.academics.georgiasouthern.edu/wildlife. Georgias most extensive riverine sandhill formation stretches for 65 miles along the eastern edge of the Ohoopee. You are using an out of date browser. A $106,500 grant from the federal Recreational Trails Program kick-started the work. Also this section is fed by Pendelton creek from river right about halfway through the run. Ohoopee River from US 1 to the Altamaha River, Class I Either way , good luck . Booking.com Burrum River Boat Ramp. Monitoring location 02225270 is associated with a STREAM in EMANUEL COUNTY, GEORGIA. Add to above, I keep saying rapids just out of hand. Call 912-536-1121 or visit brownshunting.com for more information. Listed by noted nature columnist Charles Seabrook as one of Georgias natural wonders to see before you die, Ohoopee Dunes contains some of the states most significant natural communities, as well as many rare species. The park will be open from Dawn until Dusk. yessir I sure will, and I'll give you river miles. The DNR tracts were acquired through the states RiverCare 2000 and Preservation 2000 land conservation programs. The area has nine protected species, including striped newt and sandhill rosemary, and more than 10 of conservation concern, including Says spiketail, a species of dragonfly. You will enjoy it Good luck and post pictures. NAD83/WGS84. To reach the trailhead parking area on Ohoopee Dunes McLeod Bridge Tract from downtown Swainsboro (intersection of U.S. 80 and U.S. 1 Business): Take U.S. 80 west for 3.5 miles to Old McLeod Bridge Road (you will cross the U.S. 1 Bypass at about mile 2). Call 478-237-8098 for more information. Water data back to 1999 are available online. This was the only significant sandbar we saw until we got close to hwy 280. There are plenty of landings to pitch camp, and there are actually some sand bar ridges out even at this high river. The 15th annual St. Patricks Day celebration, Shamrock City, will be held at Rock City Saturdays and Sundays March 11, 12, 18 and 19. For more information and a schedule of events visit the official Pine Tree Festival & Southeast Timber website at www.pinetreefestival.org. Also located at the complex is the Connie Kight Recreation Center, which houses Swainsboro/Emanuel County Recreation Department offices, a two-court gymnasium and an activity room with exercise equipment and dressing rooms. Sandbars are still present at 750 cfs below GA 147. Note: Use the official hydrograph at the top of this web page The WMA includes two miles of educational trails and a boat ramp. The McLeod Bridge Tract parking area will be on the right. Map. Shoot me a PM when you know more about your dates as I will have better info for you and may be able to meet you out on the water. Gauge: USGS gauge at Reidsville No way to even get a kayak down it without walking in the section I was in. A tributary of the Altamaha River, it is the western and northernmost river sporting this Coastal Plain combination. As of today Altamaha River is 3 feet above flood stage so would be no or very few sandbars or banks to camp on. If paddling to the confluence with the Altamaha, the last take-out is the Tattnall County Landing on river left. Georgias most extensive riverine sandhill formation stretches for 65 miles along the eastern edge of the Ohoopee. Located adjacent to the Swainsboro Golf Course, this complex includes a lighted walking trail, four lighted softball fields, concession stands with scoring tower and restrooms, batting cages with warm-up area, two playground areas, four picnic pavilions with grills, a cook shelter, and two ponds. The Ohoopee River originates in Washington County and flows south for approximately 100 miles before emptying into the Altamaha River along the southern border of Tatnall County. We always get excited when we have the opportunity to spotlight one of our natural resources, he said. I walked about 3 miles of the river (up stream of Reidsville) last week it's dry in most places with a few lakes still holding water. 7 days. This high number may have been due to the high water levels of this year. The DNR Wildlife Resources Division also cooperates in managing an adjacent tract owned by The Nature Conservancy and a nearby U.S. Cody & Dave Mini Ramp - The Equation - 8ft Wide. Ohoopee River Two-Nighter October 5, 2014 GA 152 to GA 147, 29 miles, class I Reidsville gauge read 250 cfs & 3.5' Three of us spent three pleasant days paddling and camping the black water Ohoopee River. The Altamaha River - Georgias largest river - then flows eastward to empty into the Atlantic Ocean. We put-in Saturday, Oct. 5, at Ga. 152, NE of Lyons, Ga. Ohoopee River Farther down, the Ohoopee opens up to reveal rare views of hardwood swamps and ecologically unique sand hill dunes. This has a sand boat ramp on river left, upstream side of the bridge. Only roughly 30 landowners are part of the community. The dedication, featuring local, state and federal officials and representatives from area businesses and schools, is set for10:30 a.m.in the trailhead parking lot on Ohoopee Dunes McLeod Bridge Tract. A tributary of the Altamaha River, it is the western and northernmost river sporting this Coastal Plain combination. There are over 1200 miles of seashore and hundreds of lakes, ponds, and streams in Massachusetts. Emanuel County, Georgia is located at the heart of one of the fastest growing regions in the Southeast United States. Monitoring location 02225500 is associated with a STREAM in TATTNALL COUNTY, GEORGIA. In Emanuel County, it collects the Little Ohoopee River, about 54 miles (87 km) long, which . Fall, winter, and spring will usually have sufficient water for enjoyable canoeing. I would look at that area where Ohoopee meets the Altamaha on google earth before I attempted it. by Dickie Tillman | Mar 23, 2011 | Canoe & Kayak Trip Reports. Wish I could take more than one week of vacation at a time or I'd join ya ( if you would want the extra compamy )I've been wanting to do that every since I read about in GON magazine 5 yrs ago or so.If I remember correctly a group of guys were doing this every year , while catching COOLERS full of fish. For more information call East State Georgia College at 478-289-2017. There is an interpretive hiking trail on the Old McLeods Bridge Tract of this four-tract WMA. The mural can be viewed during regular courthouse hours, which is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. As Sherman marched toward Savannah, over 26,000 Union officers and men of the 15th and 17th Corps invaded north Emanuel County during November of 1864. A worthwhile river. Home. The upper reaches of the river make for an easy high-water trip when the level is over 3,000 cfs/11 feet. The Walmart Foundation provided $50,000 in matching funds. 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The facility offers fine dining, over-night accommodations either in The Lodge or in one of their distinctive cabins, premier hunting, sporting clays and spa. This access point is about 1.2 miles below US 280. For reservations or more information call 478-237-8089. There were plenty of sandbars for camping and lounging, and only a few were posted. flooding of several riverside unimproved roads and some agricultural land occurs. Ancient and mysterious, the name originates with the Creek Indians. Beautiful river. Lets get that number even higher in 2023! In the river's upper reaches, a canopy of trees and vines almost always covers the water, with dazzling rays of sunlight dancing around you. Although I admit I have never been that far up. For more information call 478-589-7186. from $2,799 00 from. The river feels private and remote despite its proximity to the town of Reidsville near GA 56 (G) and the Georgia State Prison near GA 147 (H). The facility offers a concrete boat ramp, fishing pier, restrooms and a picnic area. (Note IMG_1456 & IMG_1457) We encounter a 2nd river wide strainer about 20 minutes later. MLS #OC23013522; Back to Results. Upper access points are reached from GA 86, US 280, GA 56, and GA 147 out of Reidsville. The Georgia Birding & Wildlife Trails has a new websitecheck it out today! When designing our boat ramps, our goal was to create ramps that would serve a wide variety of boats and watercraft. You are using an out of date browser. With four lighted tennis courts, a lighted one-mile walking trail, gazebo, park benches, playground equipment, covered picnic tables with charcoal grills, four ponds for public fishing and restroom facilities, the park features plenty of open spaces to enjoy the outdoors. the Range of Possible River Levels, Chance of Exceeding Levels During Entire Period, Short-term Probabilistic Guidance (Experimental), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Data and Site Info for Reidsville. Georgia Rivers Shown on the Map: Alapaha River, Altamaha River, Brier Creek, Broad River, Canoche River, Chattahoochee River, Etowah River, Flint River, Ochlockonee River, Ocmulgee River, Oconee River, Ogeechee River, Ohoopee River, Oostanaula River, Satilla River, Savannah River, St. Marys River and Withlacoochee River. OhoopeeDunes contains rare species and sensitivehabitats associated with the unique Ohoopee River dune systems. The surrounding terrain is mixed lowland swamp forests of bald cypress, willow, pond cypress, swamp black gum, Ogeechee lime, ash, red maple, water oak, and sweet bay, rising gradually to a low upland plateau. Add an Animal . Turn right (north) onto Old McLeod Bridge Road and travel about 2.5 miles. Burgundy-red waters run sparklingly clear over the starkly contrasting white sand bottom and banks on the Ohoopee. We put-in Saturday, Oct. 5, at Ga. 152, NE of Lyons, Ga. The DNR tracts were acquired through the states RiverCare 2000 and Preservation 2000 land conservation programs. With 412 acres of cypress lake fishing, George L. Smith State Park is an angler's paradise. We had to work for it (pulling across sandbars and fallen trees). Jun 23, 2011 #2 bowboy1989 Senior Member. A$106,500 grantfrom thefederal Recreational Trails Programkick-started the work. Showing: 11 results for Wheelchair Ramps near North Tustin, CA. I have never been on the Ohoopee river so I cant help you with that but I have fished the Altamaha from Hazlehurst down to below I95. The Ogeechee River has excellent fishing results for redbreast, bluegill, shellcracker and catfish. Ohoopee Dunes natural communities vary from xeric (dry) dunes and longleaf pine forests to hardwood hammocks and river floodplains. I have paddled all sections of the Ohoopee from US1 down to the Carter bight on the Altamaha with the exception of this section, so todays trip was truly exploratory for all of us. Been wanting to get a few up with a couple of Yaks or. This public park is located approximately two miles south of the center of downtown Swainsboro at the intersection of US 1 and Meadowlake Parkway. The old ramp just down from it on Hwy 1 is no longer there to my knowledge due to construction. Seems like there were 3 jhon boats with a motherboat for carrying tents food and supplies being pulled behind . Important Legacy real-time page. The current is moderate throughout, and the level of difficulty is Class I, with sharp bends and trees growing in the stream keeping it interesting. Filter (0 active) Filter by. I started fishing out of a 12 aluminum jon boat(5 hp) and now fish in a J16 Carolina Skiff (30hp). This 18-hole public golf course offers a challenging opportunity to test your golfing skills. The Ohoopee is a small beautiful backwater river that drains a good portion of Middle Georgia and dumps into the Altamaha River at Tattnall County Landing about 1.5 miles above the Carter Bight Landing in Appling county. The Ohoopee is a great river to do a two or three day overnight trip. A short distance down stream from Hwy 1 there is a large tree all the way across the Hoopee as we locals call it. This wildlife management area offers opportunities for hunting deer, turkey, squirrel, and waterfowl. There is an interpretive hiking trail on the Old McLeod's Bridge Tract of this four-tract WMA. Southeastern Technical College and other partners, including the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, pitched in to make the improvements happen, effectively expanding eco-tourism opportunities for Emanuel County and the region. This 18-hole course is situated around the outer perimeter of the campus set among stately pines and incredible landscaping. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Press enter or select the go button to submit request. Best Of Grizzard: Tennessee's Lewis Grizzard? A canoe would be ideal. I definitely would wait for the river to fall a bunch since now it would be too dangerous, in my opinion. water enters the back yards of some homes in the Joy Bluff community. Ramp Name River Mile* Ramp Fee Ramp Type County Map; Point Park Ramp: Ohio Mile 545.7L: Trailerable Recreational Boats: Carroll: Map for Point Park Ramp: Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1: 4.0R: Twin Eagle Ramp (Big Twin Creek Ramp) 17.5R: Light . A. . Latitude: 32.077139 N, Longitude: 82.176500 W, Horizontal Datum: NAD83/WGS84 Current/Historical Observations: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Data and Site Info for Reidsville Additional Information Note: Use the official hydrograph at the top of this web page for river levels within the next 72 hours. Not sure if its still there as I haven't been up that way this year yet. This 200-acre, spring fed, limestone bottom, cypress pond and surrounding area is the site of the oldest man-made structure known in Emanuel County. Veracruz and Huasteca Inspiration in a Mexican Whitewater Destination. Deposited over time by prevailing western winds during the last glacial era, today the dunes host a unique ecosystem thats concentrated upstream along the Little Ohoopee river. Burgundy-red waters run sparklingly clear over the starkly contrasting white sand bottom and banks on Georgia's Ohoopee River. Browse Map. Camping at Gordonia-Altamaha State Park.Motels in Lyons and Reidsville. Events are free to the public. Short, interpretative tours will be provided following the ceremony. Initial water level was 250 cfs and 3.5' on Reidsville gauge. This ridge of riverine sand hillsknown as the Ohoopee Dunesis one of the most unique ecosystems in the state. For information on the Chamber call 478-237-6426. There is no charge to play and it is open to the public year round. Be safe and try to touch base with family or friends so they'll know about where u are at all times. Traditionally, this festival is held on the first weekend of May each year. Killens Pond. The Ohoopee is dependent upon rainfall to be navigable by canoe. Latitude: 32.077139 N, Meeting place, time and date: Ohoopee and Ga. 292 bridge Saturday March 12, 2011 at 10:00 am. Get a Quote. All utilities are in place and underground. It is a beautiful trip and worth the trouble in my opinion. www.academics.georgiasouthern.edu/wildlife. Sort. 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