Georgia whitewater - Chattooga River, Blue Ridge Mountains, Rabun GA / Oconee SC County Rabun GA / Oconee SC county, Highway 28 Putin to Earl's Ford section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     7 miles   The put-in is not too far from Seneca, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The Highway 28 Putin to Earl's Ford section of Chattooga River in Rabun GA / Oconee SC County is 7 miles long and has been rated as a class II section by American Whitewater. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Georgia are often tougher than in other states, so keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. 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. This stretch has has enough mileage, good for a one day paddling trip. The beautiful scenery of Rabun GA / Oconee SC County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains scenery is an added bonus. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. Briefly about the general area: Why not take a refreshing hike along the Burrells Ford Trail, and a short tour to Big Shoals is always   worthwhile. Chattooga River sees pretty high levels of rainfall; March is when you get the most rain here; the driest month is July. If you want a perfect time in the great outdoors just come on up to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Big Shoals is a great spot to stop by near Chattooga River; do take a hike on the Three Forks Trail. High temperatures at Chattooga River through the days of summer are in the 80's. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 50's. Through the winter this place gets highs in the 40's; overnight lows at Chattooga River through the wintertime commonly descend into the 20's. Lots of fun awaits you along this river. Chattooga River, Highway 28 Putin to Earl's Ford road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II Length: 7 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 34.91999 Longitude: -83.17 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 34.87939 Longitude: -83.2286 Paddler input for Chattooga River, Georgia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Chattooga River, Blue Ridge Mountains, Georgia Local climate location: COWEETA EXP STATION 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Old Edwards Inn and Spa, Highlands 9 miles away Old Edwards Inn and Spa welcomes visitors to North Carolina's high country with its award-winning blend of relaxed luxury recognized worldwide. The welcoming influences of Old-Europe architecture lend... Hampton Inn Highlands NC, Highlands 9 miles away The Hampton Inn Highlands hotel in Highlands North Carolina is located one block off Main Street on Hwy. 106 in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Visitors to Highlands North Carolina enjoy area a... The Inn at Half Mile Farm, Highlands 9 miles away The Inn is situated on fourteen acres with wooded walking paths, two stocked fishing ponds and a six acre lake. The courtyard and grounds are beautifully landscaped. Relax on the patio or front porch ...   Blue Ridge Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Blue Ridge Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Blue Ridge Mountains. All Georgia Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Georgia. Books about whitewater paddling on Chattooga River, Georgia List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Chattooga River, Georgia. Find a whitewater outfitter in Georgia Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Seneca, South Carolina Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Seneca, South Carolina, the metro area neareast to Chattooga River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Chattooga River.   Whitewater Near Chattooga River: Chattooga River, Rabun GA / Oconee SC County , 0 miles away, Class II - 7 miles long (Highway 28 Putin to Earl's Ford) Chattooga River - West Fork, Rabun County , 2 miles away, Class I-II - 5 miles long (Overflow Creek Road Bridge to Highway 28 Boater's Access) Chattooga River, Rabun GA / Oconee SC County , 3 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 13 miles long (Earls Ford to Route 76 Bridge) Chattooga River, Rabun GA / Oconee SC County , 3 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 13 miles long (Earls Ford to Route 76 Bridge) Warwoman Creek, Rabun County , 4 miles away, Class II-III - 7.2 miles long (Earl's Ford Road to Chattooga River) Whetstone Creek, Oconee County , 4 miles away, Class II-III(V) - 1.5 miles long (Sandy Ford Access Road to Sandy Ford) Holcombe Creek, Rabun County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 1.9 miles long (FS Road 86B bridge to Three Forks of West Fork Chattooga) Big Creek, Rabun County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 2 miles long (Highway 28 to Overflow Creek) Chauga River, Oconee County , 4 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 3 miles long (Verner Mill Road to Blackwell Bridge) Overflow Creek, Rabun County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 5 miles long (USFS Road 86B to Overflow Creek Road Bridge)   Ski Areas Near Chattooga River: Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 10 miles away, 225 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 12 miles away, 210 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 38 miles away, 740 vertical feet Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 52 miles away, 600 vertical feet Wolf Ridge, North Carolina , 76 miles away, 700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Chattooga River: Old Edwards Inn and Spa, Highlands , 9 miles away Hampton Inn Highlands NC, Highlands , 9 miles away The Inn at Half Mile Farm, Highlands , 9 miles away Holiday Inn Express DILLARD, Dillard , 14 miles away Days Inn Clayton, Clayton , 14 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Chattooga River: Camp Chatuga, Mountain Rest, 4 miles away Cassidy Bridge Campground, Oconee County, 7 miles away Blue Valley Campground, Macon County, 7 miles away   Trails Near Chattooga River: Burrells Ford Trail, Rabun County , 3 miles away Three Forks Trail, Rabun County , 5 miles away Chattooga Trail, Rabun County , 5 miles away Ellicott Rock Trail, Macon County , 8 miles away Winding Stairs Trail, Oconee County , 8 miles away   National Parks Near Chattooga River: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg - TN , 51 miles away Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 59 miles away   Lakes Near Chattooga River