Paddling Beneath the Rainbow Bridge: A Quiet Canoe Outing at Camp Martha Johnston

LIZELLA CANOE FIELD GUIDE

Paddling Beneath the Rainbow Bridge: A Quiet Canoe Outing at Camp Martha Johnston

A flat-rate $10 canoe trip on a scenic creek in Lizella with 3, 6, 9 and 12-hour options—this guide explains what to expect, what’s provided, and the certification required to go out on the water.

Paddling Beneath the Rainbow Bridge: A Quiet Canoe Outing at Camp Martha Johnston.

Duration
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Location
Lizella
Operator
Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia - Camp Martha Johnston
Category
Canoe
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Experience the tranquility of paddling a canoe on a scenic creek at Camp Martha Johnston in Lizella, drifting beneath the iconic rainbow bridge. Options run from short half-day outings to full-day paddles, each canoe supplied with paddles; note that use of canoes requires a certified adult on the water and that certification is not provided by the camp.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Under the Rainbow Bridge

The route threads a quiet creek and includes passage beneath the site’s signature rainbow bridge, the defining visual moment of the outing.

THE GEAR

Paddles Are Provided

Each canoe comes equipped with paddles so you only need to bring appropriate clothing and footwear; the camp supplies the basic on-water equipment.

THE RULES

Certified Adult Required

A certified adult—holding American Red Cross Small Craft/Basic Water Rescue or equivalent American Canoe Association paddlesports/canoe/kayak certification—is required to use the canoes; the camp does not provide that certified adult.

What the day feels like

What the Paddle Feels Like

The outing is calm and deliberate: you launch and glide along a narrow creek, the rhythm of strokes carrying you beneath low banks and, at its highlight, under the rainbow bridge—choose from 3, 6, 9 or 12-hour itineraries depending on how long you want to linger on the water.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this outing suits—and who should look elsewhere.

1
Certified Scout or Group LeadersIdeal for groups that can provide an on-water certified adult, since certified supervision is a firm requirement for canoe use.
2
Families With CertificationA good fit for families if an adult in the party holds the required paddlesports or rescue certification; otherwise the outing is not available.
3
Medium-to-Large GroupsAppropriate for organized groups up to the camp’s total capacity, keeping in mind overall group limits when booking.
4
Novice Paddlers Without CertificationNot a match unless a certified adult is present; novices otherwise should seek programs that provide certified leadership.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Bring weather-appropriate clothing and footwear for paddling; the camp supplies paddles with each canoe.

Credentials & Supervision

Use of canoes requires a certified adult (American Red Cross Small Craft/Basic Water Rescue or ACA paddlesports/canoe/kayak); that certified adult is not provided by the camp.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long are the canoe trips?

Trips are available in 3, 6, 9, and 12-hour options.

How much does it cost?

There is a flat rate of $10.

Are paddles provided?

Yes—each canoe comes with paddles.

Is a certified adult provided by the camp?

No—the required certified adult is not provided by the camp; a qualifying certified adult must be present for canoe use.

What is the maximum group size?

Total capacity is 28 people.