Alabama whitewater - Hatchet Creek, Coosa County Coosa county, Highway 280 to Highway 231 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I(II)     13 miles   If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more demanding, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. This stretch of Hatchet Creek in Alabama is 13 miles long and has been rated as a class I(II) section by American Whitewater. The starting point is not too far from Talladega-Sylacauga, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your sleeping bag. There aren’t     any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. The Highway 280 to Highway 231 section is the only paddling section along Hatchet Creek. The scenic beauty of Coosa County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of other places. The campgrounds here at Hatchet Creek are pretty good. Briefly about the general area: Throughout the months of summer, highs usually are in the 90's at Hatchet Creek with night lows in the 60's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in   the 50's, and after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Hatchet Creek descend into the 20's. Hatchet Creek is a relatively wet place commonly with much precipitation; most of the rain falls during March, and the driest month of the year is October. Hatchet Creek, Highway 280 to Highway 231 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I(II) Length: 13 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 33.03599 Longitude: -86.12311 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 32.9434 Longitude: -86.20301 Paddler input for Hatchet Creek, Alabama: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Hatchet Creek, Alabama Local climate location: SYLACAUGA 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Comfort Inn Alexander City, Alexander City 13 miles away Nestled between Birmingham, Montgomery, and Atlanta is the Comfort Inn of Alexander City. The hotel is located just minutes from Russell Corporation, Charles E. Bailey Sportplex, Central Alabama Commu... Best Western Horseshoe Inn, Alexander City 14 miles away Discover this Alexander City, Alabama hotel providing convenient access to key area attractions including the Talladega Super Speedway, Lake Martin and the Russell Medical Center. Welcome to the Bes... Jameson Inn Sylacauga, Sylacauga 14 miles away Featuring true Southern Hospitality, Legendary Service, white colonial design, Deluxe Breakfast, clean comfortable rooms, fitness center & sparkling pool. Close to area attractions, you will enjoy the...   All Alabama Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Alabama. Books about whitewater paddling on Hatchet Creek, Alabama List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Hatchet 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 Talladega-Sylacauga, Alabama Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Talladega-Sylacauga, Alabama, the metro area neareast to Hatchet Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Hatchet Creek.   Whitewater Near Hatchet Creek: Elkahatchee Creek, Tallapoosa County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 1.2 miles long (Elkahatchee Road to SR 63) Weogufka Creek, Coosa County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 9.6 miles long (Low Water Bridge to Ford) Talladega Creek, Talladega County , 24 miles away, Class III - 7.25 miles long (Skyway Mtwy to Waldo Bridge State Route 77) Walnut Creek, Chilton County , 24 miles away, Class II-III - 4.1 miles long (County Road 32 to Lake Mitchell) Coosa River, Elmore County , 24 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 7 miles long (CR 213 or dam to River Road)   Hotels Near Hatchet Creek: Comfort Inn Alexander City, Alexander City , 13 miles away Best Western Horseshoe Inn, Alexander City , 14 miles away Jameson Inn Sylacauga, Sylacauga , 14 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites SYLACAUGA, Sylacauga , 14 miles away Super 8 Motel - Sylacauga, Sylacauga , 14 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Hatchet Creek: Wind Creek State Park, Alexander City, 16 miles away Horse Stomp Campground, Coosa County, 18 miles away Cedar Creek Campground, Talladega County, 19 miles away