Four friendsβLewis, Ed, Bobby, and Drewβset out on a canoe trip down the Cahulawassee River before itβs destroyed by a dam. They seek adventure in the untamed wilderness but soon realize they are unprepared for the dangers ahead.

Their journey takes a terrifying turn when they encounter violent locals. Bobby is assaulted, forcing the group into a brutal struggle for survival. Their idyllic trip becomes a desperate fight to escape the unforgiving backwoods.

In a moment of panic, they kill one of their attackers and try to cover up the crime. As they navigate the treacherous river, they face deadly rapids, growing paranoia, and the looming threat of more danger.

Reaching civilization, the survivors attempt to move on, but the trauma lingers. Though they physically escape, the psychological scars of their ordeal remain, proving that true deliverance comes at a heavy price.