Alabama whitewater - Sougahatchee Creek, Lee County

Lee county, Co Road 188 to Steel Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II(IV)     3 miles
  The Co Road 188 to Steel Bridge stretch of Sougahatchee Creek is 3 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II(IV) section. If you're coming from Tuskegee it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There are no other stretches to paddle along Sougahatchee Creek than the Co Road 188 to Steel Bridge stretch. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this
    is an area with not too many other rivers for that. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Alabama are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. Getting your paddling
muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. 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. The wonderful Alabama scenery and the cool fresh water have people coming here.

Briefly about the general area:
For the duration of the days of summer at Sougahatchee Creek highs are regularly in the 90's while night lows are regularly in the 60's. All through the winter this place gets highs in
 
the 50's; after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Sougahatchee Creek sink into the 20's.
Sougahatchee Creek gets a good deal of water; the month with most of the rain is March, and October is when it's the driest.

Sougahatchee Creek, Co Road 188 to Steel Bridge road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II(IV)
Length: 3 miles
Average Gradient: 20 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 32.62659
Longitude: -85.58761

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 32.61909
Longitude: -85.6334

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Current weather conditions at Sougahatchee Creek, Alabama
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Local climate location: ALEXANDER CITY 4 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Hampton Inn Auburn, Auburn
8 miles away
Directions: Hampton Inn Auburn is located at the intersection of I-85 and US Hwy 29 (Exit 51), on the south side of Auburn. We are next door to the Auburn Softball Complex and across the street from A...

Comfort Inn Auburn, Auburn
8 miles away
The Comfort Inn is located near many desirable attractions. Chewacla State Park is 1 mile, Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is 6 miles, Surfside Water Park is 1/4 mile, Victory Land Dog Track 20 miles, A...

Sleep Inn & Suites, Auburn
8 miles away
New April, 2006. Hotel features indoor pool, business center and free high speed internet.Suburban Hotel with easy access on/off I-85, Exit #51, Auburn, AL. Minutes to Auburn Sports complex and Chewal...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Tuskegee, Alabama
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Tuskegee, Alabama, the metro area neareast to Sougahatchee Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Sougahatchee Creek.
 Whitewater Near Sougahatchee Creek:
Stone Creek, Tallapoosa County , 20 miles away, Class II(IV) - 1.5 miles long (Oak Heights Road to Tallapoosa river)
Tallapoosa River, Elmore Tallapoosa County , 20 miles away, Class II-IV - 1.5 miles long (Thurlow Dam to boat ramp)
Elkahatchee Creek, Tallapoosa County , 29 miles away, Class II-III - 1.2 miles long (Elkahatchee Road to SR 63)
 Hotels Near Sougahatchee Creek:
Hampton Inn Auburn, Auburn , 8 miles away
Comfort Inn Auburn, Auburn , 8 miles away
Sleep Inn & Suites, Auburn , 8 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Auburn, Al, Auburn , 8 miles away
Best Western University Convention Center, Auburn , 8 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Sougahatchee Creek:
Leisure Time Campgrounds, Auburn, 8 miles away
Bar-w RV Park, Auburn, 9 miles away
Baker's Trailer Park and Campground, Opelika, 17 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Sougahatchee Creek:
Pin Oaks Golf Club, Auburn , 8 miles away
 Lakes Near Sougahatchee Creek

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