Grab your paddle: 5 places to kayak and paddle board in Georgia

With cooler weather, we’re all about grabbing our paddle boards and kayaks and hitting the water. Here are five places to explore the waters in Georgia:

• Serene18 Paddle Trail, Augusta – Paddle 18 square miles of the Augusta Canal, the Savannah River and Clarks Hill Lake.

• Ocmulgee River, Macon – With Ocmulgee Outdoor Expeditions, you can book a trip or just use their shuttle service.

• Toccoa River Canoe Trail – This 13.9-mile trail is for experienced paddlers or you can partner with an outfitter in Blue Ridge.

• Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs – Bring your own or rent kayaks, canoes and paddle boards.

– Staff report, The Georgia 100