Georgia whitewater - Daniel Creek, Dade County

Dade county, to Bear Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V+     4.6 miles
  The to Bear Creek stretch of Daniel Creek in Georgia is 4.6 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class V+ section. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Summerville, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The wonderful Dade County scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Daniel Creek have people coming here. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. Whitewater
    rafting and kayaking in Georgia is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. The to Bear Creek stretch is the only paddling stretch along Daniel Creek. There are plenty of hotels here if
you want to spend a night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good rivers.

Briefly about the general area:
All the water falling down from the sky makes Daniel Creek a wet place; during the month of March you get the most rain around here, and October on the other hand is the driest.
At Daniel Creek throughout the long summer days highs are in the 80's.
 
Summer overnight lows descend down to the 60's. Throughout the winter highs are in the 40's, and overnight lows all through the winter for Daniel Creek tend to be in the 20's. Whiteoak Spring is an inspiring location to stop by while you're here, and Little Mans Gulch is another magnificent spot to explore nearby.

Daniel Creek, to Bear Creek road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V+
Length: 4.6 miles
Average Gradient: 81 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.8161
Longitude: -85.491

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.86109
Longitude: -85.48581

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Current weather conditions at Daniel Creek, Georgia
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Local climate location: BRIDGEPORT 14 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Days Inn Trenton, Trenton
2 miles away
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites CHATTANOOGA-LOOKOUT MTN, Chattanooga
12 miles away
The Holiday Inn Express at Lookout Mountain is the perfect choice for value and convenience. Nestled at the foot of the historic Lookout Mountain, our quaint location is just 5 minutes from the beauti...

Chanticleer Inn, Lookout Mountain
12 miles away
Originally constructed of stone in 1924, the Chanticleer Inn is newly renovated with charming decor and antiques. The Main Inn has 3 guest rooms, a living room and breakfast area. There are 5 other st...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Daniel Creek.
 Whitewater Near Daniel Creek:
Bear Creek, Dade County , 1 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Highway 129 to Canyon View Road takeout)
Gulf Creek, Dade County , 5 miles away, Class V+ - 3.65 miles long (Highway 157 to Holder Loop)
Cole City Creek, Dade County , 8 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 7.2 miles long (Casey Road to Tennessee River)
Rock Creek, Walker County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 2.72 miles long (Lula Lake Road to Chattooga Valley Road)
Warren Creek, Dade County , 11 miles away, Class -blank- - 6.2 miles long (Highway 301 to Nickajack Lake)
Lively Creek, De Kalb County , 11 miles away, Class III+ - 6.4 miles long (State Route 73 to Long Island Creek)
Miller/Long Island Creek, Jackson County , 13 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Rt. 71 to Lake Guntersville)
Allen Creek, Walker County , 14 miles away, Class V - 4 miles long (Pigeon Mountain Wildlife Management Area to SR 337)
Mullens Creek, Marion County , 17 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Prentice Cooper State Park to Mullens Cove)
Middle Creek, Hamilton County , 18 miles away, Class -blank- - 1.4 miles long (Rainbow Lake to Tennessee River)
 Hotels Near Daniel Creek:
Days Inn Trenton, Trenton , 2 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites CHATTANOOGA-LOOKOUT MTN, Chattanooga , 12 miles away
Chanticleer Inn, Lookout Mountain , 12 miles away
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Chattanooga I-24 West, Chattanooga , 12 miles away
Days Inn Chattanooga Lookout Mountain West, Chattanooga , 13 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Daniel Creek:
Cloudland Canyon State Park, Trenton, 2 miles away
The Chimney's Campground, Trenton, 2 miles away
Chattanooga West KOA, Trenton, 4 miles away
 Trails Near Daniel Creek:
Skyuka Trail, Dade County , 11 miles away
Bluff Trail, Hamilton County , 12 miles away
Bluff Trail, Hamblen County , 12 miles away
Skyuka Trail, Hamilton County , 13 miles away
Lookout Creek Trail, Hamilton County , 13 miles away
 National Parks Near Daniel Creek:
Russell Cave National Monument, Bridgeport - AL , 17 miles away
Little River Canyon National Preserve, Fort Payne - AL , 27 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Daniel Creek:
Air Castle Golf Club, Trenton , 4 miles away
Big Sandy Golf Club, Trenton , 6 miles away
Canyon Ridge Golf Course, Rising Fawn , 6 miles away

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