PHOTOS: A river runs through Columbus, GA

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PHOTOS: A river runs through Columbus, GA

What once was an overlooked stretch of the Chattahoochee now proudly hosts the world’s longest urban whitewater course.

Located two hours south of Atlanta, Columbus provides a quick escape for adventure seekers and those craving a unique Southern experience.

Located two hours south of Atlanta, Columbus provides a quick escape for adventure seekers and those craving a unique Southern experience.

Whether you’re looking for a gentle, beginner-friendly float or a world-class challenge, RushSouth Whitewater Park offers adventures for every skill level.

Whether you’re looking for a gentle, beginner-friendly float or a world-class challenge, RushSouth Whitewater Park offers adventures for every skill level.

What once was an overlooked stretch of the Chattahoochee now proudly hosts the world’s longest urban whitewater course.

Beyond rafting, visitors can enjoy kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), fly fishing, and SUP yoga along the two-and-a-half-mile course.

Beyond rafting, visitors can enjoy kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), fly fishing, and SUP yoga along the two-and-a-half-mile course.

Families will find easygoing fun at the splash pad and lazy river, and fitness enthusiasts can explore a dual zipline, sending riders soaring from Georgia to Alabama in seconds.

The park fuels more than adrenaline, with RushSouth also serving as a conservation leader in the region. Visitors may spot bald eagles, ospreys and blue herons thriving along the riverbanks.

If water adventures aren’t your thing, the city’s lively downtown district features serious charm. You’ll find restaurants, craft cocktail bars, and boutique shops, all just steps from the river.

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What once was an overlooked stretch of the Chattahoochee now proudly hosts the world’s longest urban whitewater course.

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