Alabama whitewater - Turkey Creek, Jackson County Jackson county, Walls of Jericho Gorge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V+     2 miles   The wonderful Alabama scenery and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Scottsboro, as you can see on the road map further down. The Walls of Jericho Gorge stretch of Turkey Creek is 2 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class IV-V+ section. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. You might have to settle for a hotel     a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The campgrounds here at Turkey Creek are pretty good. This is a pretty short section so no need to bring snacks. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. Turkey Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Walls of Jericho Gorge stretch is the only one. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near. Briefly about the general area: For the period of the warm months at Turkey Creek highs are usually in the 80's while nighttime lows are generally in the 60's. Through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 40's, and after the   sun is down during the winter temperatures at Turkey Creek plunge into the 20's. A delightful spot near Turkey Creek is Poplar Hollow, and if you want to stop at some out of the ordinary stuff, stop at Walls of Jericho. Turkey Creek frequently gets lots of rainfall; March is the month that gets the most rain; August meanwhile is the driest month. This river is so perfect. Polly Anne Spring is a lovely place to check out while you're at Turkey Creek, and some exciting geology is available here, Walls Jericho is right here. Turkey Creek, Walls of Jericho Gorge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V+ Length: 2 miles Average Gradient: 200 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.0469 Longitude: -86.10521 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 34.98389 Longitude: -86.09501 Paddler input for Turkey Creek, Alabama: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Turkey Creek, Alabama Local climate location: TULLAHOMA 11 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Inn, Winchester 10 miles away Stay at this Winchester, Tennessee hotel, a beautiful two-story brick inn offering guests spacious suites and extra amenities. The Best Western Inn in Winchester, Tennessee has recently been complet... Jameson Inn Decherd, Decherd 11 miles away At Jameson Inn Decherd, guests experience the conveniences of a contemporary hotel with the charm of a country inn. Along with our Legendary Service, guests also can enjoy acomplimentary breakfast wit... Econo Lodge & Suites, Scottsboro 17 miles away Guests of this Scottsboro hotel will enjoy relaxing in one of the largest seasonal outdoor pools in the area. Business travelers will appreciate computer hook-ups in all rooms. Access to copy services...   All Alabama Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Alabama. Books about whitewater paddling on Turkey Creek, Alabama List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Turkey 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 Scottsboro, Alabama Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Scottsboro, Alabama, the metro area neareast to Turkey Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Turkey Creek.   Whitewater Near Turkey Creek: Jones Creek, Jackson County , 26 miles away, Class V+ - 7.29 miles long (Highway 71 to BSA camp) Coon Creek, Jackson County , 27 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Rt. 117 to Lake Guntersville) Flat Rock / Coon Creek, Jackson County , 27 miles away, Class V - 8 miles long (Rt. 117 to Lake Guntersville) Big Fiery Gizzard Creek, Grundy/ Marion County , 28 miles away, Class III-V - 12 miles long (Tracy City section) Little Fiery Gizzard Creek, Grundy County , 28 miles away, Class III-IV - 0.85 miles long (Into Big Fiery Gizzard Creek) South Sauty Creek, Jackson/DeKalb County , 30 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.2 miles long (Bucks Pocket to Guntersville Lake) Stringer Creek, Jackson County , 30 miles away, Class II(III) - 1 miles long (CR 38 to South Sauty Creek) Kirby Creek, Jackson County , 30 miles away, Class II-III - 2.4 miles long (Rock City to South Sauty Creek)   Ski Areas Near Turkey Creek: Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 180 miles away, 600 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 190 miles away, 210 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 193 miles away, 225 vertical feet   Hotels Near Turkey Creek: Best Western Inn, Winchester , 10 miles away Jameson Inn Decherd, Decherd , 11 miles away Econo Lodge & Suites, Scottsboro , 17 miles away Best Value Inn and Suites-Scottsboro, Scottsboro , 21 miles away Scottsboro-Days Inn, Scottsboro , 21 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Turkey Creek: Fairview/Devils Step Campground, Franklin County, 11 miles away Delaney's Travel Trailer Park, Stevenson, 20 miles away   Trails Near Turkey Creek: Winding Stairs, Franklin County , 15 miles away   National Parks Near Turkey Creek: Russell Cave National Monument, Bridgeport - AL , 27 miles away Little River Canyon National Preserve, Fort Payne - AL , 42 miles away   Golf Courses Near Turkey Creek: Goose Pond Colony Golf Course, Scottsboro , 6 miles away   Lakes Near Turkey Creek