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Wonderful Day Trip Down Autauga Creek

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River running through downtown Prattville, AL
Wonderful Day Trip Down Autauga Creek
Region

Central

Bodies of Water to Explore

Autauga Creek

Best Season

Summer, Fall

Skill Level

Paddles: 1 – no skill, desire to learn; 2 – moderate, knowledge needed; 3 – advanced, know whats up

Distances

4 miles

Trip Duration

Day-trip

Recommended Put In & Take Out

Put-In: Behind Prattville City Hall

  • Coordinates: 32.458636, -86.474039

Take-Out: Autauga Creek Canoe Trail Park

  • Address: 1134 Reuben Rd, Prattville, AL 36067
Outfitters Nearby

Prattville Paddlesports

Trip Summary

Start and finish your day in beautiful Historic Downtown Prattville. Autauga Creek is easily accessible at the beginning of the Autauga Creek Canoe Trail. Self-shuttle your car to the end or use Prattville Paddle Sports to get you on the water. Enjoy a shady overhead canopy 4 mile float through magical forests and cool springs. Eat lunch at a gravel bar and soak in the beauty. After the trip, enjoy a slice at Fox’s Pizza Den, or grab a coffee and walk by the damn for some great views!

Trail Highlights

4 Mile Paddle

Side Ventures & Optional Activities to Add to Your Trip

  • Autauga Creek Craft House: Enjoy a craft beer here.
  • Prattaugan Museum: Explore the town’s history here.

Bonus Sightings

  • Daniel Pratt Cotton Gin Factory: Walk around this old historic building and enjoy views of the dam. Learn about its history here.

Non-Paddler Recommendations

Wilderness Park and Bamboo Forest: Explore this bamboo forest that was used by the U.S. military during the Vietnam era, which became a park in 1982. Find out more here.

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