New to kayaking in Georgia? From calm lakes near Atlanta to North Georgia reservoirs and the Okefenokee, here’s where beginners can paddle, what to bring, when to go, and how to get started.

I didn’t know it at the time, but my first paddle would change the way I experienced the outdoors and give me a joy I hadn’t experienced in a long time.

Everything you need to know before kayaking Lake Acworth, from launch spots and beginner conditions to wildlife and what to bring.