Between the Metro and the Mountains
4.9 stars on Google, 165 reviews · from $400 · Etowah private water about 45 to 50 minutes from Dawsonville
Dawsonville is closer to private trout water than most towns in North Georgia. Take GA-400 north or GA-53 east and you're at the Etowah private water in under an hour.
Side by side
| Compared on | Etowah private water | Toccoa float |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | About 45 to 50 minutes, via GA-400 or GA-53 | About an hour, via GA-400 and Highway 60 |
| How you fish | Wading a small, clear stream | From a drift boat the guide rows |
| Who it suits | Beginners, kids, small groups | Pairs, and anyone who'd rather not wade |
| Half day | $400 for one, $550 for two, $675 for three | $425 per boat, one or two anglers |
| Full day | $550, $725 or $900, lunch included | $575 per boat, lunch included |
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Make a day of it
Dawsonville clients often pair a morning on the water with something nearby: a stop at the outlet mall on the way home, or lunch at Montaluce Winery in Dahlonega, the vineyard Bowman's private water runs through. A half day on the Etowah followed by lunch at the winery is the most popular Dawsonville plan.
Weekends are the busy time, so book a Saturday a few weeks out in spring and fall.
Questions
About 45 to 50 minutes, taking GA-400 north or GA-53 east.
Yes. It's about an hour via GA-400 and Highway 60. A half-day float is $425 per boat for one or two anglers.
Fish the Etowah private water in the morning, then have lunch at Montaluce Winery in Dahlonega.
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