With warm weather on the way, we’re all looking for ways to maximize our time enjoying the water! And if you don’t have a whole beach trip in you, a visit to the lake could be just what the doctor ordered! Thankfully for us, we’ve got lots of access to lakes and rivers near the ATL–including the #1 best boating location in the state! Keep scrolling to learn all about it!
What is the #1 best boating location in Georgia?
According to a new study conducted by GetMyBoat, which is basically the Airbnb of boats, Georgia’s #1 lake is Lake Allatoona, just half an hour from Atlanta!
Here’s what the report says about Lake Allatoona:
Pushing ahead of Lake Lanier to take spot #1 in 2025, Allatoona Lake’s strategic location, over 270 miles of shoreline, and multiple access points make it the number one boating destination in Georgia. Just a 30-minute drive from Atlanta, this waterway comes alive in the summer on the weekends with people taking advantage of the the vast expanse of water and endless opportunities for outdoor fun. The lake’s consistent water levels also help to support recreational activities, and the quality is actively monitored and managed by Cobb County.
Of course, Lake Allatoona dethrones the previous best lake in the state, Lake Lanier, which placed #1 in 2024, but came in 2nd for this year.
What is GetMyBoat?
GetMyBoat is a boat renal service that helps you rent the perfect boat for your situation! It works kind of like Airbnb–you search up what you’re looking for, and they give you boat options to fit your needs! Pontoons are the most popular choice of boat rental at GetMyBoat, and prices start at just $60/hour! That’s a truly affordable way to enjoy boating on the lake!
So head to Lake Allatoona this year, and enjoy boating with your friends! Now, everyone can be the boat friend! Oh, and don’t forget about the 46-foot ornamental dragon boats that will race on Lake Allatoona this spring!