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Georgia whitewater - North Oconee River, Jackson County
Jackson
county,
Hurricane Shoals County Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS III 0.25 miles
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The scenic beauty of Jackson County and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. The Hurricane Shoals County Park section of North Oconee River in Jackson County is 0.25 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III section. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. If you're coming from Cornelia it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. This is an extremely short section so no need to |
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bring snacks. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. 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. There are nice comfortable hotels here, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
Briefly about the general area:
North Oconee River gets a large amount of water; during March this area sees the most rain, and August meanwhile is the driest month. Through the warm days of summer at North Oconee River temperatures are typically in the 80's, and through the night it cools down to the 60's. During the winter this | |
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place gets highs in the 40's; nighttime lows in the 20's for North Oconee River.
You might want to pay a visit to Hurricane Shoal if you're here at North Oconee River.
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North Oconee River, Hurricane Shoals County Park road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
QUICK STATS
AW Class:
III
Length:
0.25
miles
Average Gradient: 80 fpm
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Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.21279
Longitude: -83.542
Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.21279
Longitude: -83.542
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Paddler input for North Oconee River, Georgia:
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Current weather conditions at North Oconee River, Georgia
Local climate location: GAINESVILLE 2 miles away
        
RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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Jameson Inn Commerce, Commerce
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4 miles away
Featuring true Southern Hospitality, Legendary Service, white colonial design, Deluxe Breakfast, clean comfortable rooms, fitness center & sparkling pool. Close to area attractions, you will enjoy the...
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Comfort Inn Jefferson, Jefferson
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6 miles away
Easy access off I-85. Commerce Outlet Shopping Center 15 minutes. Atlanta 45 minutes. Gwinnett Place Mall 30 minutes. Jacuzzi and King Suites available. Indoor seasonal pool....
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Comfort Suites Commerce, Commerce
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6 miles away
The newest hotel in the Commerce, Georgia area. Conveniently located near I-85 and exit 149. We are less than 0.5 miles from the Tanger Outlet Shopping Mall featuring some of the biggest names in reta...
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All Georgia Whitewater
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Outdoors Recreation Near Cornelia, Georgia
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Cornelia, Georgia, the metro area neareast to North Oconee River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near North Oconee River. |
| | Whitewater Near North Oconee River:
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Hudson River, Banks
County
, 12 miles away, Class I-III+ - 2 miles long (Wilson Shoals WMA) |
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Nancy Town River, Banks
County
, 15 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 2 miles long (Lake Russell to GA 105) |
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Chattahoochee River, Habersham/White/Hall
County
, 18 miles away, Class II(III) - 11 miles long (Duncan Bridge to Belton Bridge) |
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Mossy Creek, Habersham/Hall
County
, 18 miles away, Class III-V - 2.5 miles long (New Bridge Road to Chattahoochee River) |
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Little John Creek, Hall
County
, 19 miles away, Class -blank- - 2.3 miles long (Skitts Mountain Road to Chattahoochee) |
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Flat Creek, Hall
County
, 19 miles away, Class II-III(V+) - 2.1 miles long (GA 52 to Glades) |
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Chattahoochee River, White/Habersham/Hall
County
, 21 miles away, Class II-III - 4 miles long (GA Route 115 to Duncan Bridge Road) |
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Little River - East Fork, Hall
County
, 22 miles away, Class III+ - 2.5 miles long (GA 52 to Close to Lake Lanier) |
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Apalachee River, Morgan/ Oconee
County
, 23 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 0 miles long (High Shoals - Highway 186 to Price Mill) |
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Apalachee River, Putnam/Baldwin
County
, 25 miles away, Class I-III - 55.8 miles long (GA Route 81 to Oconee River) |
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| | Ski Areas Near North Oconee River:
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Sky Valley, Georgia
, 45 miles away, 210 vertical feet |
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Scaly Mountain, North Carolina
, 48 miles away, 225 vertical feet |
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Cataloochee, North Carolina
, 83 miles away, 740 vertical feet |
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Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee
, 85 miles away, 600 vertical feet |
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Wolf Laurel, North Carolina
, 122 miles away, 700 vertical feet |
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Sugar Mountain, North Carolina
, 160 miles away, 1200 vertical feet |
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Ski Beech, North Carolina
, 161 miles away, 830 vertical feet |
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Hawksnest, North Carolina
, 162 miles away, 619 vertical feet |
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Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina
, 171 miles away, 365 vertical feet |
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| | Hotels Near North Oconee River:
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Jameson Inn Commerce, Commerce
, 4 miles away |
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Comfort Inn Jefferson, Jefferson
, 6 miles away |
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Comfort Suites Commerce, Commerce
, 6 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COMMERCE-TANGER OUTLETS, Commerce
, 6 miles away |
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Americas Best Inns and Suites Commerce, Commerce
, 6 miles away |
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