Etowah

Floated the Etowah between Castleberry Bridge and GA 136 on 6/23/07. Haven't had much rain in this area for quite some time, but the river moved pretty good, only had a few times when my boat scrubbed and had to get out and walk a few feet. As said above, stay right at Sawyer's Island (I think it's the first island you come up on), the river to the left is completely blocked. I ran into two spots where a tree blocked the path of the river: one at the cave entrance and one not far above the 136 pull-out. Both are pretty easy to get over.

Even at low water levels, the waterflow thru the cave is very quick and deep enough. The ride thru the cave is not one to be missed, one of my best experiences on the river. But be prepared, it is very dark in there. A headlamp may not be a bad thing to have with you.