New Sandy Springs SUP Showdown to feature six-mile paddleboarding course

By Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) · July 16, 2026 · 1 min read

Sandy Springs is inviting paddlers from across the Southeast to compete in the inaugural Sandy Springs SUP Showdown on Saturday, Aug. 15, at Morgan Falls Overlook Park. The city says the new Sandy Springs SUP Showdown aims to establish a new tradition for paddleboarding enthusiasts while intr...

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The Sandy Springs SUP Showdown is the latest example of how cities in the Atlanta area are leveraging their natural resources to promote outdoor recreation and tourism. By hosting events like this, Sandy Springs is positioning itself as a destination for paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts from across the Southeast. The fact that the event features a six-mile course on Bull Sluice Lake and the Chattahoochee River highlights the city's unique access to these waterways. The partnership with Catalyst Sports to include adaptive kayak athletes also demonstrates the city's commitment to making outdoor recreation accessible to all residents and visitors. As the event grows in popularity, it will be worth watching how it impacts the local economy and whether it leads to further investment in outdoor recreation infrastructure in Sandy Springs and surrounding communities. The city's recreation and parks department will likely play a key role in shaping the future of this event and others like it.

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Category: government · Published: July 16, 2026 · Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) · Reading time: 1 min

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