Floyd's Landing, a public boat ramp on Etowah River, is located in Cartersville. It's run by Euharlee Creek Outfitters. Expect a launch or parking fee here. Paddlers use it as well. It's about 31 miles from Sandy Springs, GA, as the crow flies. Closest alternative: Red Top Mountain State Park Boat Ramp (West) in Emerson (7.8 miles).
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | Cartersville, GA |
| Water | Etowah River |
| Launch fee | yes, a fee is charged |
| Managed by | Euharlee Creek Outfitters |
State agency for boat ramps around Cartersville: Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
Floyd's Landing is one of 9 public launches on Etowah River. All launches on Etowah River
Read more: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Floyd's Landing is in Cartersville, Georgia. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Floyd's Landing.
It gives you access to Etowah River.
There is a fee. We don't list amounts because they change often. Check the pay station or Euharlee Creek Outfitters for current rates.
Yes. Paddlers use Floyd's Landing as well, ideally from the edge of the ramp.
Euharlee Creek Outfitters, according to the map data. Contact them for closures, fees and rules.
City of Cartersville Leake Mounds Kayak/Canoe Launch in Cartersville (under 1 mile), Euharlee Road Canoe/Kayak Launch in Euharlee (3.8 miles) and Osborne Park Kayak Launch in Euharlee (4.4 miles).
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