Southern Canoe Outfitters

1245 Co. Rd. 440
Heflin, AL 36264

For a day of excitement and laughter, bring the entire family and canoe down the Tallapoosa River. It is located in the heart of Cleburne County Alabama and provides breathtaking scenery along the Loyd Owens Canoe Trail. Canoeist will enjoy the perfect combination of a relaxing canoe trip along with the splendor and beauty of the river. Southern Canoe Outfitters is a family business that makes it enjoyable for individuals, families, groups (churches, scouts, and schools) and anyone interested in enjoying the beauty and pleasure of the river. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, and camping along 44 miles of the Tallapoosa River. It has been designated by the U.S. Department of the Interior as one of the cleanest rivers in the Eastern United States. The river is abundant with wildlife both in and around the water. You may see ducks, raccoons, whitetail deer, and numerous species of waterfowl. The Tallapoosa harbors 120 native fish species, four of which occur nowhere else outside the basin. The river also is home to 31 species of mussel including three federally listed species. Eleven species of crayfish are known to inhabit the Tallapoosa River, as well as salamanders and frogs. The best fishing is for spotted bass and bream. Red-eye bass, black bass, crappie, carp and catfish are also found. The best time to paddle is year-round. Each season offers many sights, activities and photo opportunities.