North Carolina whitewater - Catawba River - North Fork, Blue Ridge Mountains, Burke County Burke county, Linville section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V+     2.5 miles   If you're coming from Boone 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. The scenic beauty of North Carolina and the water flowing gracefully down Catawba River - North Fork will make you feel great. There are plenty of hotels here if you want to spend a night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great plus for this     river. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of spots for that. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in North Carolina are easier than the national norm, so better not forget that rivers here are less demanding. This is a somewhat short section so no need to bring snacks. This stretch of Catawba River - North Fork in Burke County is 2.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class IV-V+ section of whitewater. The campgrounds here at Catawba River - North Fork are pretty good. Briefly about the general area: During the summer months at Catawba River - North Fork highs are frequently in the 80's while night lows are frequently in the 60's. Through the wintertime   highs are frequently in the 40's, and nighttime lows in the 20's for Catawba River - North Fork. Catawba River - North Fork gets a good deal of water; of all the months in a year July is the one with the most rain; October is when it's the driest. Linville Falls is a beautiful site to have a look at while you're at Catawba River - North Fork. Catawba River - North Fork, Linville road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V+ Length: 2.5 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.9295 Longitude: -81.9403 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.91569 Longitude: -81.94011 Paddler input for Catawba River - North Fork, North Carolina: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Catawba River - North Fork, Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina Local climate location: ERWIN 23 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Marion NC, Marion 5 miles away Free High-speed Internet Super Start Breakfast Commercial Rates Full service and fast food restaurants nearby 25 Inch color TV with cable/HBO/ESPN Free local phone calls Pet Friendly... Best Western Mountain Lodge At Banner Elk, Banner Elk 14 miles away Experience outstanding customer service and convenient access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lee's McRae College and more at this pet-friendly Banner Elk, North Carolina hotel. Welcome to the Best Wes... Comfort Inn Marion, Marion 15 miles away Indoor heated pool with sun deck and hot tub. Free deluxe continental breakfast. Clean, well appointed rooms with coffee makers, irons and boards, Microwave, refrigerator and other amenities for your ...   Blue Ridge Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Blue Ridge Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Blue Ridge Mountains. All North Carolina Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in North Carolina. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Catawba River - North Fork.   Whitewater Near Catawba River - North Fork: Linville River, Burke County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 16.4 miles long (Linville Falls to Lake James) North Toe River, Avery County , 6 miles away, Class II - 10 miles long (Plumtree to Bush Rd/Rt. 19E) Steels Creek, Burke County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 6.6 miles long (to Confluence with Upper Creek) Lost Cove Creek, Avery County , 9 miles away, Class -blank- - 8 miles long (Main) Upper Creek, Burke County , 9 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 17 miles long (Raven Cliff Gorge to FR 982) North Harper Creek, Avery/Caldwell County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 9 miles long (Wilson Creek Tributary) Catawba River - North Fork, McDowell County , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 5.6 miles long (Route 1559 to Route 1552 Bridge) Wilson Creek, Caldwell County , 12 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Route 1328 Bridge to National Forest sign) Wilson Creek, Avery/Caldwell County , 13 miles away, Class IV - 5 miles long (Upper Wilson) Gragg Prong River, Avery County , 13 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.6 miles long (Roseboro to Lost Cove Creek)   Ski Areas Near Catawba River - North Fork: Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 13 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 15 miles away, 619 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 16 miles away, 830 vertical feet Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 24 miles away, 365 vertical feet Wolf Ridge, North Carolina , 39 miles away, 700 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 82 miles away, 740 vertical feet   Hotels Near Catawba River - North Fork: Super 8 Marion NC, Marion , 5 miles away Best Western Mountain Lodge At Banner Elk, Banner Elk , 14 miles away Comfort Inn Marion, Marion , 15 miles away Beech Mountain Inns, Banner Elk , 15 miles away Archers Mountain Inn and Luxury Cabins, Banner Elk , 16 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Catawba River - North Fork: Linville Falls Trailer Lodge, Linville Falls, 2 miles away Bear Den Campground, McDowell County, 3 miles away Jim and Jennie's Music Barn and Campground, Crossnore, 6 miles away   Trails Near Catawba River - North Fork: Bald Mountain Trail, McDowell County , 11 miles away Yancey Ridge Trail, Avery County , 13 miles away Daniel Boone Scout Trail, Caldwell County , 14 miles away Laurel Fork Trail, Carter County , 19 miles away Laurel Fork Trail, Carter County , 20 miles away   National Parks Near Catawba River - North Fork: Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 46 miles away