Cullman
county,
CR 38 to CR 91 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS IV 6.4 miles
The CR 38 to CR 91 stretch of Rice Creek is 6.4 miles long and is a class IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Cullman County and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. If you're coming from Cullman it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as you can see on the road map further down. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The average Alabama whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master than those in other states, so if you're visiting
here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this
general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. This is the only paddling stretch along Rice Creek. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.
Briefly about the general area: Throughout the months of summer highs here at Rice Creek get into the 90's while overnight lows are commonly 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 winter temperatures at Rice Creek drop into the 20's. Rice Creek sees pretty high levels of rainfall; through March this area sees the most rain, and October is the month with the least moisture.
10 miles away
The Econo Lodge hotel is conveniently located off Interstate 65. This Cullman hotel is close to several local attractions like Smith Lake Park, Heritage Park, Ave Maria Grotto, Our Lady of the Angels ...
12 miles away
Hotel located directly across the street from Wallace State Community College. One of the closest hotels to the Shrine of the Most Blessed and the Monestary our Lady of Angels. Only 8 miles from Inter...
13 miles away
Great location for visiting our local attractions, doing business or stopping on your way to Birmingham, Atlanta, Gulf coast beaches, Free full Hot Breakfast with stay, Micro/fridge and coffee maker i...
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