By Blane Bachelor

Who doesn’t love some time in the water? Be sure to “shoot the ‘hooch,” the local lingo for tubing down the Chattahoochee River, one of the most beloved waterways in this neck of the woods. Peacefully floating down the Hooch is the perfect way to while away a hot summer day (you can also kayak or canoe, of course). The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area also boasts plenty of land-based adventures, including a network of trails like the popular gravel loop of Cochran Shoals, which is a favorite among runners. The Island Ford in Sandy Springs, where the visitor center is located, is also worth exploring.