It winds through farmland with wooded strips bordering both banks along most of its 16 mile length. The upper section is quite natural but limited development is noticeable along the southern reaches.
Vegetation includes silver maple, box elder, green ash, sycamore, cottonwood, and black willow.
The careful observer will notice wood ducks, great blue herons, kingfishers, fox squirrels, and spotted sandpipers as the season warrants. For larger size image, please click on the map. Hunting and fishing is permitted at Atterbury Fish and Wildlife Area in Johnson County off U.S. 31. In addition, picnicking and playground facilities can be found at Millrace Park in Columbus, the take-out site. Fishing in the Driftwood River can yield sunfish, rock bass, bass, and catfish.