Kentucky whitewater - Kentucky River - South Fork, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Clay/Owsley/Lee County Clay/Owsley/Lee county, Eriline to Beattyville section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     62 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Kentucky tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so better not forget that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. The scenic beauty of Clay/Owsley/Lee County and the playfulness of the water beats anything. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. This section of Kentucky River - South Fork is 62 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, so make sure you pack enough food     along with your camping gear. The Eriline to Beattyville section is the only paddling section along Kentucky River - South Fork. The beautiful Cumberland Plateau Mountains scenery is an added bonus. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. Briefly about the general area: Have a pleasant hiking adventure along the Redbird Crest Trail. The warmest time of the year at Kentucky River - South Fork arrives with high temperatures in the 80's, and through the night it cools down to the 60's. Throughout the winter this place gets highs in the 40's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Kentucky River   - South Fork temperatures descend to the 20's. Kentucky River - South Fork is a pretty wet place usually with lots of rain; July is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month is October. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 62 miles    Paddler input for Kentucky River - South Fork, Kentucky: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Kentucky River - South Fork, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Kentucky Local climate location: MANCHESTER 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Of Manchester, Manchester 12 miles away Stay at this Manchester, Kentucky hotel and enjoy a host of convenient amenities while traveling. The Best Western of Manchester is conveniently located with easy access to the Daniel Boone National ... Super 8 Motel Hazard KY, Hazard 26 miles away *Welcome to the newly renovated interior and exterior Super 8 of Hazard, KY, where we pride ourselves as the cleanest and friendliest lodging facilities in Hazard, KY. We are located near great attrac... Best Western Wilderness Trail Inn, Barbourville 26 miles away The Best Western Wilderness Trail Inn is nestled in the majestic rolling hills that surround the oldest town in Southeast Kentucky and locally owned and operated. You will find comfortable accommodati...   Cumberland Plateau Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Cumberland Plateau Mountains. Cumberland Plateau Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Cumberland Plateau Mountains. All Kentucky Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Kentucky. Books about whitewater paddling on Kentucky River - South Fork, Kentucky List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Kentucky River - South Fork, Kentucky. Find a whitewater outfitter in Kentucky Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Middlesborough, Kentucky Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Middlesborough, Kentucky, the metro area neareast to Kentucky River - South Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Kentucky River - South Fork.   Ski Areas Near Kentucky River - South Fork: Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 82 miles away, 600 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 96 miles away, 740 vertical feet   Hotels Near Kentucky River - South Fork: Best Western Of Manchester, Manchester , 12 miles away Super 8 Motel Hazard KY, Hazard , 26 miles away Best Western Wilderness Trail Inn, Barbourville , 26 miles away Americas Best Value Inn - Hazard, Hazard , 26 miles away GuestHouse Inn & Suites Hazard, Hazard , 27 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Kentucky River - South Fork: Willie Begley Memorial RV Park, Hyden, 5 miles away Clay County Campground, Manchester, 13 miles away   Trails Near Kentucky River - South Fork: Redbird Crest Trail, Clay County , 10 miles away