Big Dog's on the River

Big Dog's on the River

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***Open with Reservation*** Enjoy the beautiful Middle Oconee River on our sit on-top kayaks or tubes

Hailed as one of the best, if not THE best way to enjoy the outdoors in Athens, Georgia. The process is simple:
(1)Park
(2)Pay & sign waver
(3)Pick out a life jacket
(4)Put in Kayak-Tube at Big Dogs launch
(5)Take out downstream and take shuttle back
(6)Enjoy the Big Dogs On The River when you get back

The trip is 4.5 miles long and takes most folks about 2 hours to complete with light, intermitt

05/25/2024

We will open river runs tomorrow!
10am- 1:30pm check in.
Tubing & Kayaking Available!
Reservations & Information 706-353-6002
Bring Hydration & Sunscreen
See you out there!
bigdogsontheriver.com

05/28/2023

Official Season Opens Tomorrow! 10am
Morning Slots Available. Space is LIMITED.
Call to make reservations:
706-353-6002
See you out there!

08/05/2022

Open Tomorrow Kayaking & Tubing 10am-1pm Check In. Last few weekends of the season remain left. Get out while you can. **Call 706-353-6002 For Reservations**. Remember to Bring Water & Sunscreen*

Big Dog's on the River ***Open with Reservation*** Enjoy the beautiful Middle Oconee River on our sit on-top kayaks or tubes

07/04/2022

Fourth of July Float- *weather permitting*
17-76 spots available. 10am-12pm check in. Call for reservations/ availability 706-353-6002

07/04/2022

Surprise Fourth of July Float- *weather permitting*
17-76 spots available. 10am-12pm check in. Call for reservations/ availability 706-353-6002

05/26/2022

Kayaking-Tubing Open Saturday 10am-1:30pm & Monday 10am-12:30 Check In. Limited Availability- Call-Text 706-353-6002 for reservations! See you out there!

05/06/2022

Kayaking/Tubing will kick off tomorrow from 10am-12pm check in!
4.5 mile float- ~2hrs.
Don’t forget sunscreen and hydration
See you out there!
Call 706-353-6002 for any questions

12/18/2021

🗣 IT’S HAPPENING!!!

Thanks you all who have helped support our renovation project with St. Mary’s Hospital began several weeks ago and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share what is going on…

The following list is underway to remodel and refresh the long vacant “Sisters House” next to the St Mary’s Hospice Center so that families of patients will be able to use it during the most difficult of times. We hope this house will bring these guests a sense of peace and hope to inspire many generations to come with Ben’s story.

Front bedroom (old garage) will be equipped with a new mini split unit to improve the overall conditioning of the space. New vinyl flooring, blinds, and painting.

Kitchen will have all countertops replaced and cabinets painted/ hardware replaced, flooring and can lighting/ lighting updated. The opening to the living room will be enlarged.

Living Room/ Dining Room will have all flooring replaced to vinyl wood look, blinds replaced, repainted, lighting change and fans replaced.

Bedrooms – Master to have wall opened to investigate termite damage and repair as needed. Replace flooring, door hardware and repaint. New lighting fixtures and ceiling fan.

Bathrooms – Repaint all wall/ trim and install new vinyl wood look flooring once the tile floor is removed. Replace vanity, countertop, toilet to ADA, mirror, exhaust fan and light fixture. The bathroom with tub will be re-glazed.

All receptacles in the house will be replaced to tamper resistance for children safety. All GFI's will be replaced due to age of the house.

Flooring – all vinyl will be replaced to a 12-mil vinyl which will allow for easy cleaning and sanitation.

Appliances – Refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher and washer/ dryer

Fixtures- all lighting and plumbing fixtures to be replaced

The house will be decorated with Ben’s art and a bronze plaque about him and this mission shall be placed on the house in hopes of others being inspired to pay it forward & to

Once the all the above is completed, the house will be totally refreshed and presentable for families to enjoy. We look forward to the next update!

THANK YOU SO MUCH TO ALL WHO HAVE SUPPORTED THIS PROJECT!

Big Dogs On the River Athens, GA - Kayaking, Canoeing, White Water, River Rafting 08/06/2021

Kayaking-Tubing Open Tomorrow! Check in between 10am-2pm. Only a few weekends left in the season. Call 706-353-6002 for any questions. See you out there!

Big Dogs On the River Athens, GA - Kayaking, Canoeing, White Water, River Rafting Kayaking on the Middle Oconee River in Athens, GA. Float through the white water rapids to your car. The kayak shuttle service takes you upstream so you can kayak to your car.

08/06/2021

Kayaking-Tubing Open Tomorrow! Check in between 10am-2pm. Only a few weekends left in the season. Call 706-353-6002 for any questions. See you out there!

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2525 Atlanta Highway
Athens, GA
30606

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 2pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm