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RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER!!! Paddle Lake Rabun




The Basics:
Event Type:Water
Event Location: Lakemont, GA   Water: RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER!!! Paddle Lake Rabun  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 4 2023  10:00 am >> Sat, Mar 4 2023 3:30 pm
Registration Opens: Tue, Feb 7 2023 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Mar 3 2023 7:00 pm
Event Duration:5 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:7 Miles
Pace:Leisurely
Trip Leader(s):
Thomas W.
Heidi W.
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:8
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

Come on out and join us for a paddle on Lake Rabun in Lakemont, GA.

Lake Rabun is a twisty 835-acre reservoir with 25 miles of shoreline located in the Northeastern corner of Georgia in Rabun County. It is the third lake in a six-lake series that follows the original course of the Tallulah River.

The lakes are owned and operated by the Georgia Power Company to generate hydroelectric energy for Atlanta. At one time these lakes were the largest producers of electricity in the state of Georgia. Now, they only provide peak power supply.

Due to the large growth of Atlanta in recent years, Lake Rabun has become a second home to some of the most wealthy and politically connected individuals in the state of Georgia. Although Lake Rabun has experienced a huge housing boom due to leased lots by the Georgia Power Company, most home owners are summer weekend residents. Due to the small size of the lake and strong home owners association, and powerful board members, the lake has resisted many attempts to further commercialize and potentially damage its quaint appeal.

Our itinerary will be as follows:

10:00am

Arrive at Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area and unload boats.

10:30am

Put-in and paddle 1.25 mi west towards the Dam for Lake Seed.  Return to Recreation Area. (total of approx 2.5 mi)

12:00pm

Lunch at Recreation Area.

12:30pm

Paddle east approximately 2.25 mi. Return to Recreation Area and take-out. (total of approx 4.5 mi)

3:30pm

Depart Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area.

Please be flexible, if we need to adjust this itinerary as the day progresses.

This paddle is suitable for beginners, but remember that it is flat water, so consistent paddling will be required and wind conditions can effect the level of difficulty.

This is a bring your own boat (kayak or canoe) event and you must be able to obain your own equipment.

Thanks to Ray Steed and his wife, Jeanne, for introducing us to this fabulous gem!

NOTE: Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area has a $5.00 daily vehicle fee.


Required Items to Bring:

Kayak or Canoe

Paddle

PFD

Whistle

Water

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Sunscreen

Hat

Towel

Snacks/Lunch

Camera


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area

Address: 5315 Lake Rabun Rd, Lakemont, GA 30552

meet at boat ramp:

coordinates: 

34.754803, -83.479178

 

 

 

 


Notes:

Restroom facilities are available at Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area.

This is a bring your own boat (kayak or canoe) event and you must be able to obain your own equipment.

NOTE: Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area has a $5.00 daily vehicle fee.

 


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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.