April 12, 2025
8:30 a.m. Upper County Landing
Time to enjoy the beauty of the Altamaha River with the Wayne County Board of Tourism’s Altamaha River Run set for Saturday, April 12th. This year’s paddle will begin at 8:30 a.m. at Upper County/Gleason Copeland Landing and paddlers will have the choice of two
take out points – the 11 mile paddle will take out at Pig Farm (Oglethorpe Landing) and the 16 mile paddle will take out at Jaycee
Landing. This is a free event but all participants are asked to complete a registration form prior to the event when possible. Paddlers under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the registration form. Altamaha River Expeditions has canoe and kayak rental for $45 each. Contact them at 912-294-3604. Shuttles will be available from the takeout points with the shuttle leaving Jaycee Landing at 8:00 and Oglethorpe Landing at 8:15 a.m. Altamaha River Partnership tee shirts will be available for $10. Registration forms are available at the Jesup Train Depot or online at the tourism board website. Bring your hats, sunscreen, and snack lunch and enjoy the spring beauty of the river with the Altamaha River Run set for Saturday, April 12th.
*Please note – if the river level is at or below 5 feet, event cancels. Be sure to watch the tourism facebook page for notices.*
Mail/Email REGISTRATION OnLine REGISTRATION
For more info contact Wayne County Board of Tourism at (912) 427-3233 or email Heather at heather@waynetourism.com or waynetourism@gmail.com
Approved Outfitter
Altamaha River Expeditions
Larry Brantley – (912) 294-3604
All canoes and kayaks – single or double – $45
Outfitter will be on site to deliver and pick up all rental canoes and equipment.