Sunrise Paddle
Experience the Toccoa River before the world wakes up. Flat water, golden light, and silence.
- Duration
- 1 h 30 min
- Group size
- 1-8 people
- Meets at
- Lake Blue Ridge Marina
- Included
- Kayak, paddle, life jacket, coffee
- Bring
- Warm layers, windbreaker
Price
$65
Per person
About This Tour
There is a version of the Toccoa River that almost nobody gets to see: the one that exists between 5:45 and 7:30 in the morning, when mist sits low over the water, great blue herons stalk the shallows, and the only sound is the slow pull of a paddle through glassy current. This tour is your ticket to that version.
You'll meet your guide at the Blue Ridge Marina boathouse, get a quick rundown on paddling technique, and push off into water so calm it mirrors the sky. No rapids, no technical skills required. The route stays on flat water for the full 90 minutes, making it perfect for first-time paddlers, families with older kids, and anyone who wants the meditative side of being on the river.
By 7:30 am, you'll be back at the dock where a thermos of hot coffee and fresh pastries are waiting. You'll have showered in golden light, heard eagles, and felt the kind of quiet you forgot the world could offer. And you'll be back in town before most people have had breakfast.
What to Expect
- Early start: Meet at 5:45 am for a prompt 6:00 am departure. Bring a headlamp; sunrise is around 7:15 am depending on season.
- Flat water only: All paddling is on calm water. No whitewater, no portages, no swimming required.
- Small group: Maximum 8 people per tour ensures personal attention and a peaceful experience.
- All gear included: Choose between a stable tandem canoe or a solo kayak. All paddles, life jackets, and safety equipment are provided and fitted to your size.
- Coffee and hospitality: Hot coffee, hot chocolate, and fresh pastries are served at the dock after your paddle.
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