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

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Current weather conditions at Catawba River - North Fork, Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina
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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
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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
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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Boone, North Carolina, the metro area neareast to Catawba River - North Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
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

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