Kentucky whitewater - Cumberland River, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Whitley/McCreary County Whitley/McCreary county, Redbird Kentucky204 Bridge to Cumberland Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     12 miles   This stretch of Cumberland River is 12 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Kentucky are often more forgiving than in other states, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The beautiful scenery of Whitley/McCreary County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. No matter if you're whitewater rafting     or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. The starting location is a short drive from Corbin, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. There are many good hotels to choose from, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so pack your sleeping bag. The Redbird Kentucky204 Bridge to Cumberland Falls stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. When you're paddling down a Cumberland Plateau Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: Much rain falls at Cumberland River; May is when you get the most rain   here, and October is the month with the least moisture. A good place to stop at near Cumberland River is Polly Hollow; delightful hiking is available along the Cumberland Falls Trail Number Two. So many enjoyable things to do here in the Cumberland Plateau Mountains, too delightful to be true. At Cumberland River during the warmest time of the year highs are in the 80's, and through the night it cools down to the 60's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 40's while Cumberland River nighttime low temperatures all through the wintertime are in the 20's. Cumberland River, Redbird Kentucky204 Bridge to Cumberland Falls road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 12 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.76229 Longitude: -84.2204 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.83645 Longitude: -84.34092 Paddler input for Cumberland River, Kentucky: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Cumberland River, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Kentucky Local climate location: SOMERSET 16 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Corbin 4 miles away Cumberland Falls State Resort is located in the Daniel Boone National Forest. Known as the Niagara of the South, the waterfall forms a 125ft wide curtain that plunges 60ft into a gorge below. The mist... SUPER 8 MOTEL - WILLIAMSBURG, Williamsburg 9 miles away Williamsburg, Ky lies at about the center of I-75, making it a great stopping point on any road trip from Michigan to Florida. Located off I-75, Exit 11, halfway between Lexington, KY and Knoxville, T... River Gate Inn and Chapel, Pigeon Forge 11 miles away The River Gate Inn and Chapel is located in the heart of Pigeon Forge, TN and overlooking the Little Pigeon River. Only minutes from Dollywood, Gatlinburg, and the Smoky Mountains! Whether you are her...   Cumberland Plateau Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Cumberland Plateau Mountains. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Cumberland River.   Whitewater Near Cumberland River: Cumberland River, Whitley/ McCreary County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 11 miles long (Cumberland Falls to Laurel River) Bark Camp Creek, Whitley County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 0 miles long (Old Fluffy) Laurel River, Laurel County , 9 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 2 miles long (Below Laurel River Lake) Rockcastle River, Laurel/ Pulaski County , 16 miles away, Class II+(IV) - 16 miles long (Kentucky 80 to Bee Rock Boat Ramp) Roaring Paunch River, McCreary County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 3 miles long (Barthell to Big South Fork) Cumberland River - Clear Fork, Campbell County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 3 miles long (Highway 90 bridge to Sandy Beach Cove) Rock Creek, McCreary County , 21 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 6 miles long (White Oak Junction to Big South Fork of Cumberland River) Buck Creek, Pulaski County , 21 miles away, Class II - 34 miles long (Kentucky 461 to Cumberland River) Cumberland River - Big South Fork, McCreary/Whitley County , 24 miles away, Class II - 12 miles long (Station Camp to Lake Cumberland) Cumberland River - Big South Fork, Scott / Pulaski County , 24 miles away, Class II+(IV) - 19 miles long (Leatherwood Ford to Blue Heron Kentucky)   Ski Areas Near Cumberland River: Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 79 miles away, 600 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 107 miles away, 740 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 119 miles away, 210 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 120 miles away, 225 vertical feet Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 131 miles away, 700 vertical feet Perfect North, Indiana , 137 miles away, 400 vertical feet Spicy Run Mountain, Ohio , 146 miles away, 600 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 169 miles away, 830 vertical feet Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 172 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 173 miles away, 619 vertical feet   Hotels Near Cumberland River: Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Corbin , 4 miles away SUPER 8 MOTEL - WILLIAMSBURG, Williamsburg , 9 miles away River Gate Inn and Chapel, Pigeon Forge , 11 miles away Best Western Corbin Inn, Corbin , 12 miles away Corbin - Days Inn, Corbin , 12 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Cumberland River: Eagle Falls Resort, Parkers Lake, 3 miles away Cumberland Falls State Park, Corbin, 4 miles away Star Creek Shelter Campground, Whitley County, 5 miles away   Trails Near Cumberland River: Cumberland Falls Trail Number Two, Whitley County , 4 miles away Bark Camp Trail, Whitley County , 6 miles away Sheltowee Trace Trail, Whitley County , 8 miles away Cliffside Trail, McCreary County , 9 miles away Twin Branch Trail, Laurel County , 9 miles away   National Parks Near Cumberland River: Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, Oneida - TN , 23 miles away Obed Wild & Scenic River, Wartburg - TN , 48 miles away