North Carolina whitewater - Nolichucky River, Great Smoky Mountains, Mitchell/ Unicoi County Mitchell/ Unicoi county, Rt 197 Poplar to 19/23 Close to Erwin section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV     8.1 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in North Carolina are easier than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. The put-in is not too far from Johnson City, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The Rt 197 Poplar to 19/23 Close to Erwin section of Nolichucky River in North Carolina is 8.1 miles long and has been rated as a class III-IV section by American Whitewater. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. This river     system is full of great paddling sections, the Rt 197 Poplar to 19/23 Close to Erwin section is just one of them. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. The wonderful North Carolina scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. The beautiful Great Smoky Mountains scenery is an added bonus. There are many good hotels to choose from, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: You might want to pay a visit to Curley Maple Gap if you're here at Nolichucky River, and the Unaka Mountains   towers over Nolichucky River. For the period of the days of summer at Nolichucky River highs are frequently in the 80's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. Through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Nolichucky River. This river is a wonderful place to visit. Hiking is a popular thing to do around Nolichucky River; Nolichucky River Trail is a good local trail. That right there is lots of amusing things already but it goes on, the Great Smoky Mountains has it all. Why not take a refreshing hike along the Hemlock Forest Trail, and you simply ought to stop at Cane Bottom since you're here at Nolichucky River. Nolichucky River frequently gets a great deal of rain; during July this area sees the most rain; the driest month is October. Nolichucky River, Rt 197 Poplar to 19/23 Close to Erwin road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV Length: 8.1 miles Average Gradient: 31 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.07194 Longitude: -82.34556 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.14444 Longitude: -82.43251 Paddler input for Nolichucky River, North Carolina: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Nolichucky River, Great Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Local climate location: GREENEVILLE EXP STN 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Motel - Erwin, Erwin 3 miles away A quiet scenic location in a friendly peaceful community we are located just 14 miles from Johnson City one of East Tennessees fastest growing cities and just 15 miles from Jonesborough the oldest tow... Holiday Inn Express Erwin I-181 / I-26 (Exit 15),, Erwin 4 miles away Just imagine....waking up to the scent of fresh mountain air and listening to the sounds of silence. Wake up at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Erwin where every room has a mountain view. Conveniently l... Carnegie Hotel, Johnson City 11 miles away The Carnegie Hotel, the crown jewel of east Tennessee, provides the ambience of the late 1800?s and early 1900's. It is equipped with modern and indulgent amenities and offers an enchanting environmen...   Great Smoky Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Great Smoky Mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Great Smoky 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 Nolichucky River.   Whitewater Near Nolichucky River: Nolichucky River, Unicoi County , 1 miles away, Class III-IV - 8 miles long (Poplar North to Nolichucky Gorge Campground) Nolichucky River, Unicoi County , 4 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 3 miles long (Nolichucky Gorge Campground to Jackson Love Bridge) Nolichucky River, Unicoi/ Washington County , 6 miles away, Class II+(III) - 0 miles long (Big Rocks) Spivey Creek, Unicoi County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 1.8 miles long (Little Bald Creek to Tumbling Rich Gap Brook) Watauga, Carter/ Washington County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 20.6 miles long (Watauga Reservoir to Boone Lake) Doe River, Carter County , 17 miles away, Class II-III - 8.5 miles long (Hampton to Elizabethton) Doe River, Carter County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.7 miles long (Blevins Bridge on Bear Cage Road to Highway 19E bridge) Toe River - South, Avery/ Mitchell/ Yancey County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 22.5 miles long (Carolina Hemlocks Camp to Route 1131) Doe River - Laurel Fork, -blank- County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 5 miles long (Dennis Cove to Hampton) Doe River, Carter County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 4.6 miles long (Crabtree to Blevins Bridge on Bear Gauge Road)   Ski Areas Near Nolichucky River: Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 12 miles away, 700 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 36 miles away, 830 vertical feet Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 37 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 39 miles away, 619 vertical feet Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 50 miles away, 365 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 57 miles away, 740 vertical feet Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 84 miles away, 600 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 88 miles away, 225 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 92 miles away, 210 vertical feet Winterplace, West Virginia , 121 miles away, 603 vertical feet   Hotels Near Nolichucky River: Super 8 Motel - Erwin, Erwin , 3 miles away Holiday Inn Express Erwin I-181 / I-26 (Exit 15),, Erwin , 4 miles away Carnegie Hotel, Johnson City , 11 miles away Comfort Inn Johnson City, Johnson City , 12 miles away Quality Inn & Suites, Johnson City , 13 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Nolichucky River: Nolichucky Gorge Campground, Erwin, 4 miles away Bald Mountain Campground, Yancey County, 5 miles away Bristol Campground and Event Parking, Unicoi, 6 miles away   Trails Near Nolichucky River: Nolichucky River Trail, Unicoi County , 3 miles away Hemlock Forest Trail, Unicoi County , 3 miles away Rock Creek Bicycle Trail, Unicoi County , 3 miles away Rock Creek Falls Trail, Unicoi County , 4 miles away California Trail, Unicoi County , 4 miles away   National Parks Near Nolichucky River: Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 31 miles away