Diving Rock
Atlanta, Georgia
Swim
Diving Rock is a beautiful swimming hole on the Chattahoochee River that get's its namesake from the 25 foot granite rock formation that emerges from the water. While some divers brave the whole 25 foot drop, there is also a ledge about 7 feet above the water for the shorter, safer dive. The water here is cool, clear and about 15 feet deep. Though this spot is common for diving, divers should be cautious as a few people have been injured and died diving at Diving Rock.
Besides the beautiful and risky granite formation, diving rock also has a riverside beach that is perfect for lounging and swimming. The views of the forest and the old bridge here make this a picturesque place to lay out and enjoy the day. Diving Rock is also a great place to launch tubes, kayaks or canoes and enjoy a float down the Chattahoochee River.
Diving rock is an easily accessible recreation area, and the perfect place to cool off from the summer heat.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Atlanta, Georgia
- Head north on Capitol Ave SW (230 ft)
- Turn right onto M.L.K. Jr Dr SE (0.2 mi)
- Turn left to merge onto I-75 N/
I-85 N (0.7 mi) - Keep left to stay on I-75 N/
I-85 N (2.7 mi) - Keep right to continue on I-75 N (7.3 mi)
- Take exit 258 for Cumberland Boulevard toward Truist Pk (0.4 mi)
- Keep right at the fork and merge onto Cumberland Blvd SE (0.7 mi)
- Turn right onto Akers Mill Rd SE (0.3 mi)
- Sharp right onto Akers Dr SE (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Akers Ridge Dr SEDestination will be on the right(0.5 mi)
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