North Carolina whitewater - Catawba River - South Fork, Gaston County

Gaston county, McAdenville section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 
 
SPENCER MOUNTAIN RIVER ACCESS is located at 282 Stanley Spencer Mountain Road. The run to the R. Y. McAden River Access take out point (149 Willow Dr, Gastonia, NC 28056) is approx. 2 hours and 5. 5 miles. Features range from slow moving water w/ intermittent rapids to concentrated rapids at approximate mile 3. 5. There is a dam approximately 5. 5 miles down the river - users must exit the river before the dam. Says Steve

The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in North Carolina are often easier than in other states, so if you're not
    from around here don't forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. The natural beauty of North Carolina and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The McAdenville section is one of a few paddling sections in
this river system. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad you came. Lodging is available near the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Lincolnton, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you won't find many other paddling rivers. There's camping available near Catawba River - South Fork.

Briefly about the general area:
 
For the period of the warmest time of the year at Catawba River - South Fork temperatures are generally in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures sink down into the 60's. Daytime highs during the wintertime are in the 50's while the cold winter nights at Catawba River - South Fork are in the 20's. Catawba River - South Fork is a wet place that gets a good deal of precipitation; most of the rain falls throughout March while April is usually the driest month.

Catawba River - South Fork, McAdenville road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class:
Length: 0.2 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.2592
Longitude: -81.0756

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 35.2593
Longitude: -81.0757

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Current weather conditions at Catawba River - South Fork, North Carolina
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Local climate location: GASTONIA 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Hampton Inn CharlotteBelmont * Montcross, Belmont
3 miles away
The Hampton Inn Charlotte-Belmont at Montcross in charming Belmont North Carolina is located across from the beautiful historic Belmont Abbey College. Neatly nestled among the natural beauty of the Ap...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites CHARLOTTE ARPT-BELMONT, Mount Holly
3 miles away
Welcome to beautiful Belmont/Mt. Holly, NC. Our 92 new rooms & suites are just the thing you are looking for. Located just minutes from Charlotte (CLT), NC & three miles from the U.S. National Whitewa...

Super 8 Gastonia, Gastonia
4 miles away
Welcome to the Super 8 Gastonia. We are centrally located in the heart of Gaston County near Charlotte, NC. Easy access off I-85, minutes from Belmont Abbey College, Lowes Motor Speedway and Carrowind...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Lincolnton, North Carolina
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Lincolnton, North Carolina, the metro area neareast to Catawba River - South Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Catawba River - South Fork.
 Whitewater Near Catawba River - South Fork:
Catawba River - South Fork, Gaston County , 12 miles away, Class -blank- - 0.2 miles long (High Shoals)
Kings Branch, Cherokee County , 27 miles away, Class II-III+ - 2 miles long (Kings Mountain Park Run)
 Ski Areas Near Catawba River - South Fork:
Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 66 miles away, 365 vertical feet
Hawksnest, North Carolina , 72 miles away, 619 vertical feet
Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 73 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Ski Beech, North Carolina , 76 miles away, 830 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Catawba River - South Fork:
Hampton Inn CharlotteBelmont * Montcross, Belmont , 3 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites CHARLOTTE ARPT-BELMONT, Mount Holly , 3 miles away
Super 8 Gastonia, Gastonia , 4 miles away
Comfort Suites Gastonia, Gastonia , 5 miles away
Courtyard Charlotte Gastonia, Gastonia , 5 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Catawba River - South Fork:
Tuckers Grove Campground, Lincoln County, 12 miles away
KOA Kampgrounds, Fort Mill, 13 miles away
Charlotte/Fort Mill KOA, Fort Mill, 14 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Catawba River - South Fork:
Green Meadows Golf Course, Mount Holly , 4 miles away

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