Tate's Hell State Forest offers multiple canoe access points along the Ochlockonee River and other waterways, with a concrete boat launch at Cash Creek and additional primitive launch sites throughout the forest.

The forest features 35 miles of rivers, streams, and creeks available for paddling, with primitive campsites dispersed along riverbanks providing overnight access for canoe and kayak trips. A $2 day pass or $45 annual pass is required for forest access.