Georgia whitewater - Rock Creek, Walker County

Walker county, Lula Lake Road to Chattooga Valley Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V+     2.72 miles
 
When I went to Lula Falls, I was amazed! It was so beautiful. It was so much fun. As soon as my toes touched the water the sudden relaxed look on my face turned into the biggest smile. People say water doesn't smell. Well, it does. Lula's water smelled so pure! My time this weekend was amazing and I hope to go there again soon. If I had my pictures to put up I would. You should really put some input into going. Everything is worth it. Says Jenny

This stretch of Rock Creek in Georgia is 2.72 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class
    V+ section. The nature scenery of Walker County and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. The starting point is not too far from Chattanooga, as you can see on the road map further down. The Lula Lake Road to Chattooga Valley Road stretch is the only paddling stretch
along Rock Creek. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This section is quite short so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good  
spots.

Briefly about the general area:
You simply have to pop by Eagle Cliff if you're here at Rock Creek, and a tour to Knight Spring will fill your spirit with splendid feelings. Interesting geology is available here; Hawk Cliff is in the vicinity of Rock Creek, and going for a hike along the Skyuka Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this vicinity. If the weather is pleasant here at Rock Creek, you can go for a hike along the Bluff Trail.
At Rock Creek during the summer highs are in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures dip down into the 60's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 40's, and overnight lows in the 20's for Rock Creek. This river is so good. Don't leave Rock Creek without first paying a visit to Lula Falls, and a great site to explore close by is Payne Gap. Rock Creek gets much water; through the month of March you get the most rain around here while June is typically the driest month.

Rock Creek, Lula Lake Road to Chattooga Valley Road road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V+
Length: 2.72 miles
Average Gradient: 227 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.8973
Longitude: -85.393

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.94449
Longitude: -85.35321

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Current weather conditions at Rock Creek, Georgia
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Local climate location: MONTEAGLE 15 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Chanticleer Inn, Lookout Mountain
3 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...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites CHATTANOOGA-LOOKOUT MTN, Chattanooga
5 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...

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Chattanooga I-24 West, Chattanooga
5 miles away
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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Chattanooga, Tennessee-Georgia, the metro area neareast to Rock Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Rock Creek.
 Whitewater Near Rock Creek:
Bear Creek, Dade County , 8 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Highway 129 to Canyon View Road takeout)
Daniel Creek, Dade County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 4.6 miles long (to Bear Creek)
Middle Creek, Hamilton County , 12 miles away, Class -blank- - 1.4 miles long (Rainbow Lake to Tennessee River)
Gulf Creek, Dade County , 12 miles away, Class V+ - 3.65 miles long (Highway 157 to Holder Loop)
Cole City Creek, Dade County , 13 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 7.2 miles long (Casey Road to Tennessee River)
Mullens Creek, Marion County , 13 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Prentice Cooper State Park to Mullens Cove)
North Suck Creek, Marion/Sequatchie County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 2.4 miles long (pipeline to Suck Confluence)
Suck Creek, Marion/ Hamilton County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Suck Confluence to Knuckle Head)
South Suck Creek, Marion County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4 miles long (Pipeline to Suck Confluence)
Warren Creek, Dade County , 16 miles away, Class -blank- - 6.2 miles long (Highway 301 to Nickajack Lake)
 Hotels Near Rock Creek:
Chanticleer Inn, Lookout Mountain , 3 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites CHATTANOOGA-LOOKOUT MTN, Chattanooga , 5 miles away
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Chattanooga I-24 West, Chattanooga , 5 miles away
Best Western Royal Inn, Chattanooga , 6 miles away
Ramada Limited Chattanooga/Lookout Mountain/I24 West, Chattanooga , 6 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Rock Creek:
Look Out Mountain Koa Kampground, Lookout Mountain, 2 miles away
Raccoon Mountain Campground, Chattanooga, 6 miles away
Racoon Mountain Campground, Chattanooga, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Rock Creek:
Skyuka Trail, Dade County , 3 miles away
Bluff Trail, Hamilton County , 4 miles away
Bluff Trail, Hamblen County , 4 miles away
Skyuka Trail, Hamilton County , 5 miles away
Hardy Trail, Hamilton County , 5 miles away
 National Parks Near Rock Creek:
Russell Cave National Monument, Bridgeport - AL , 24 miles away
Little River Canyon National Preserve, Fort Payne - AL , 35 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Rock Creek:
Lookout Mountain Golf Club, Lookout Mountain , 3 miles away
High Point Golf Course, Chickamauga , 3 miles away
 Lakes Near Rock Creek

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