North Carolina whitewater - Tuckasegee River, Blue Ridge Mountains, Jackson County Jackson county, Above Tanasee Creek Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-V     4.5 miles   The Above Tanasee Creek Reservoir section of Tuckasegee River is 4.5 miles long and it is classified as a class III-V section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of North Carolina and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. The starting location is a short drive from Brevard, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in North Carolina tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're     not from around here don't forget that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This is a pretty decent length section, good for a one day paddling trip. Whitewater paddling here in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great experience. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. Briefly about the general area: A spree to Tuckasegee River wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Dismal   Falls; a cool spot to stop at is Devils Elbow. Not enough hours in a day to enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains. A short tour to Schoolhouse Falls is always worthwhile, and while you're here why not have a look at Cold Mountain Gap. Tuckasegee River usually gets a large amount of rainfall; of all the months in a year March is the one with the most rain, and October meanwhile is the driest month. This river is always fun. For the period of the months of summer at Tuckasegee River temperatures are ordinarily in the 80's. Summer overnight lows drop down to the 60's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Tuckasegee River. Tuckasegee River, Above Tanasee Creek Reservoir road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-V Length: 4.5 miles Average Gradient: 93 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.16099 Longitude: -83.00641 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.1999 Longitude: -82.99151 Paddler input for Tuckasegee River, North Carolina: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Tuckasegee River, Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina Local climate location: CULLOWHEE 7 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Sapphire Valley Resort, Sapphire 5 miles away Scenic mountain views provide the perfect backdrop for this four-season resort. Hotel rooms, condominiums, and houses are nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains but are surrounded by activities for the e... Old Edwards Inn and Spa, Highlands 15 miles away Old Edwards Inn and Spa welcomes visitors to North Carolina's high country with its award-winning blend of relaxed luxury recognized worldwide. The welcoming influences of Old-Europe architecture lend... The Inn at Half Mile Farm, Highlands 16 miles away The Inn is situated on fourteen acres with wooded walking paths, two stocked fishing ponds and a six acre lake. The courtyard and grounds are beautifully landscaped. Relax on the patio or front porch ...   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. Books about whitewater paddling on Tuckasegee River, North Carolina List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Tuckasegee River, North Carolina. Find a whitewater outfitter in North Carolina Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Brevard, North Carolina Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Brevard, North Carolina, the metro area neareast to Tuckasegee River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Tuckasegee River.   Whitewater Near Tuckasegee River: Toxaway River - Upper, Transylvania County , 3 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Above Lake Toxaway) Horsepasture River, Transylvania County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 4.2 miles long (US Route 281 to Lake Jocassee) Thompson River, Transylvania County , 7 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 5.2 miles long (North Route 281 to Lake Jocassee) Toxaway River, Transylvania County , 8 miles away, Class V+ - 3.69 miles long (Highway 64 to Lake Jocassee) Whitewater River, Jackson/Transylvania County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4 miles long (Bullpen Road to Highway 281) Courthouse Creek, Transylvania County , 9 miles away, Class III-V+ - 3 miles long (Trailhead to National Forest French Broad) Whitewater, Oconee County , 9 miles away, Class III-V+ - 2.4 miles long (Base of Upper Falls to Lake Jocassee) French Broad River - West Fork, Transylvania County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V - 3.4 miles long (SR 1309 Bridge to US 64 Bridge) Tuckasegee River - West Fork, Jackson County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 9.5 miles long (Thorpe Dam to Tuckasegee River) Toxaway Creek, Transylvania County , 10 miles away, Class II-V+ - 3.6 miles long (Frozen Creek Road Bridge to Lake Jocassee)   Ski Areas Near Tuckasegee River: Cataloochee, North Carolina , 22 miles away, 740 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 24 miles away, 225 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 27 miles away, 210 vertical feet Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 49 miles away, 600 vertical feet Wolf Ridge, North Carolina , 55 miles away, 700 vertical feet Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 95 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 96 miles away, 830 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 97 miles away, 619 vertical feet   Hotels Near Tuckasegee River: Sapphire Valley Resort, Sapphire , 5 miles away Old Edwards Inn and Spa, Highlands , 15 miles away The Inn at Half Mile Farm, Highlands , 16 miles away Hampton Inn Highlands NC, Highlands , 16 miles away Best Western Smoky Mountain Inn, Waynesville , 16 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Tuckasegee River: Wolf Creek Overlook, Tuckasegee, 2 miles away Pounding Branch Campground, Lake Toxaway, 4 miles away Westridge, Lake Toxaway, 4 miles away   Trails Near Tuckasegee River: Foothills Trail, Oconee County , 10 miles away Foothills Trail, Oconee County , 10 miles away Whiteside Mountain National Recreation Trail, Jackson County , 11 miles away Art Loeb Trail, Transylvania County , 11 miles away Shortoff Mountain Trail, Macon County , 14 miles away   National Parks Near Tuckasegee River: Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 38 miles away Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg - TN , 46 miles away   Golf Courses Near Tuckasegee River: Sapphire Lakes Country Club, Sapphire , 4 miles away Lake Toxaway Company Country Club, Lake Toxaway , 5 miles away Red Bird Golf Links, Sapphire , 5 miles away   Lakes Near Tuckasegee River