North Carolina whitewater - Catawba River, Blue Ridge Mountains, McDowell/Burke County
McDowell/Burke
county,
Route 1223 Bridge Route 1147 Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 8.5 miles
The starting location is a reasonable drive from Forest City, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. The wonderful North Carolina scenery and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The Route 1223 Bridge Route 1147 Bridge stretch of Catawba River in North Carolina is 8.5 miles long and has been rated as a class
I-II section by American Whitewater. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending
some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. Whitewater paddling here in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great experience. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Route 1223 Bridge Route 1147 Bridge section is just one of many. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good places.
Briefly about the general area: For the duration
of the days of summer, highs frequently are in the 80's at Catawba River. Through the dark hours of summer temperatures drop down into the 60's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 40's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Catawba River temperatures drop to the 20's.
All the water falling down from the sky makes Catawba River a wet place; March is the month that gets the most rain; the driest month of the year is January.
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