Alabama whitewater - Bear Creek, Franklin/ Marion County Franklin/ Marion county, Highway 5 Bridge to Scott Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II+(V)     26 miles   If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside Alabama you might find the rivers here a bit more challenging, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. The Highway 5 Bridge to Scott Bridge section of Bear Creek is 26 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II+(V) section. The Highway 5 Bridge to Scott Bridge stretch is the only paddling stretch along Bear Creek. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with not too many other rivers for that. Getting your paddling muscles     activated and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. The beautiful scenery of Alabama and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Briefly about the general area: The high level of precipitation makes Bear Creek a pretty wet place; the wettest month of the year is ordinarily December, that's the one that rains the most, and October on the other hand is the driest. At Bear Creek through the days of summer highs are in the 90's,   and the night is somewhat chillier of course, mostly in the 60's. The winter comes with highs in the 50's while Bear Creek overnight low temperatures all through the winter are in the 20's. Bear Creek, Highway 5 Bridge to Scott Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II+(V) Length: 26 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 34.26699 Longitude: -87.70241 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 34.35609 Longitude: -87.89831 Paddler input for Bear Creek, Alabama: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Bear Creek, Alabama Local climate location: HAMILTON 20 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Russellville Hotel And Suites, Russellville 11 miles away WELCOME TO THE RUSSELLVILLE HOTEL AND SUITES, RATED 3 DIAMOND BY TRIPLE A. WE STRIVE TO MAKE EACH AND EVERY STAY AN ENJOYABLE ONE. WE TAKE PRIDE IN OUR HIGH STANDARDS AND LOW RATES. THE STAFF AT THE R... Wynnewood Inn, Russellville 12 miles away At Wynnewood Inns Russellville our staff waits to welcome you to a pleasant, clean, comfortable appointed room. While Wynnewood has long been a favorite with families and vacationers, we are also atte... Hamilton-Days Inn, Hamilton 17 miles away Comfortable rooms with all amenities for business and leisure travel Jacuzzi rooms, Business Place rooms available Chairman's Award and 5 Sunburst quality property Quality hotel at competitive price...   All Alabama Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Alabama. Books about whitewater paddling on Bear Creek, Alabama List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Bear Creek, Alabama. Find a whitewater outfitter in Alabama Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Florence, Alabama Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Florence, Alabama, the metro area neareast to Bear Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Bear Creek.   Whitewater Near Bear Creek: Hubbard Creek/Sipsey Fork, Lawrence/ Winston County , 24 miles away, Class I(III) - 9.25 miles long (FS 210 to CR60) Sipsey Fork, Winston County , 29 miles away, Class II - 9.5 miles long (County Route 60 to State Route 33)   Hotels Near Bear Creek: Russellville Hotel And Suites, Russellville , 11 miles away Wynnewood Inn, Russellville , 12 miles away Hamilton-Days Inn, Hamilton , 17 miles away Key West Inn Tuscumbia(Shoals), Tuscumbia , 17 miles away Best Western Fairwinds Inn, Muscle Shoals , 26 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Bear Creek: Payne's RV Park, Theodore, 12 miles away Bear Creek Development Authority, Russellville, 16 miles away Elliott Branch Camp Area, Russellville, 17 miles away   National Parks Near Bear Creek: Natchez Trace Parkway, Tupelo - MS , 61 miles away   Lakes Near Bear Creek