Coosa
county,
Highway 280 to Highway 231 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I(II) 13 miles
If you're coming from Talladega-Sylacauga it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The nature scenery of Coosa County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Alabama is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. This section of Hatchet Creek is 13 miles long and has been rated as a class I(II) section by American Whitewater. A
good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you won't find a large number of other places. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before
you come because it is a very popular destination. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your sleeping bag. Hatchet Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Highway 280 to Highway 231 section is the only one. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.
Briefly about the general area: Hatchet Creek is a wet place that gets lots of precipitation; March is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month of the year is October. Summertime highs at Hatchet Creek ordinarily tend to
be in the 90's while overnight lows are generally in the 60's. The winter brings highs down to the 50's; nighttime lows at Hatchet Creek throughout the winter usually fall into the 20's.
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