North Carolina whitewater - Tuckasegee River, Blue Ridge Mountains, Jackson County Jackson county, Cedar Cliff Reservior to Cullowhee section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II(III)     9.4 miles   The starting point is not too far from Brevard, as you can see on the road map further down. The Cedar Cliff Reservior to Cullowhee stretch of Tuckasegee River in Jackson County is 9.4 miles long and is a class I-II(III) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The Cedar Cliff Reservior to Cullowhee section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in North Carolina are often more forgiving than in     other states, so don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. The nature scenery of Jackson County and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. The beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great plus for this river. Briefly about the general area: Through the summertime months at Tuckasegee River highs are ordinarily in the 80's. Throughout the moonlight hours it's ordinarily   in the 50's. During the wintertime the highs are generally in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Tuckasegee River. While staying at Tuckasegee River you could always look at Flat Gap. Tuckasegee River is a pretty wet place frequently with a great deal of rain; of all the months in a year March is the one with the most rain, and October on the other hand is the driest. Tuckasegee River, Cedar Cliff Reservior to Cullowhee road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II(III) Length: 9.4 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.26839 Longitude: -83.1225 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.31489 Longitude: -83.1757 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: OCONALUFTEE 2 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Comfort Inn Sylva, Sylva 6 miles away Smoky Mountain Railroad and Jarrett House 3 miles. Harrah's Cherokee Casino and Indian Reservation 15 miles. Blue Ridge Parkway and Western Carolina University 7 miles. Smoky Mountain National Park an... Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dillsboro, Nc, Dillsboro 8 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dillsboro, N.C. is nestled in the Western North Carolina Mountains. We are centrally located between Asheville / Atlanta / Knoxville / Gatlinburg. Our beautifully de... Best Western River Escape Inn & Suites, Dillsboro 9 miles away This Dillsboro, North Carolina hotel encompasses the charm of a small mountain town with all of the amenities and conveniences to ensure a comfortable stay for every guest that visits. Tucked into t...   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. 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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: Tuckasegee River - West Fork, Jackson County , 3 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 9.5 miles long (Thorpe Dam to Tuckasegee River) Scotts Creek, Jackson County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 2 miles long (Willets-Ochre Hill to Addie) Norton Creek, Jackson County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 2.5 miles long (Above Thorpe Lake) Tuckasegee River, Jackson County , 11 miles away, Class II(III) - 5 miles long (Dillsboro to Route 1392) Tuckasegee River, Jackson County , 12 miles away, Class III-V - 4.5 miles long (Above Tanasee Creek Reservoir) Cullasaja River, Macon County , 12 miles away, Class I-III+(V+) - 5 miles long (Ravenel Lake to Mirror Lake) Cullasaja River, Macon County , 13 miles away, Class II(III) - 2 miles long (Peeks Creek Road to Peaceful Cove Road) Cullasaja River, Macon County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 2 miles long (Base of Cullasaja Falls to Peeks Creek Bridge) Cullasaja River, Macon County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.75 miles long (Lake Sequoyah to below Cosmic Crunch) Cullasaja River, Macon County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Peaceful Cove Road to Fulton Road)   Ski Areas Near Tuckasegee River: Cataloochee, North Carolina , 16 miles away, 740 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 19 miles away, 225 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 23 miles away, 210 vertical feet Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 37 miles away, 600 vertical feet Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 58 miles away, 700 vertical feet Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 101 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 101 miles away, 830 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 103 miles away, 619 vertical feet Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 114 miles away, 365 vertical feet Winterplace, West Virginia , 191 miles away, 603 vertical feet   Hotels Near Tuckasegee River: Comfort Inn Sylva, Sylva , 6 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dillsboro, Nc, Dillsboro , 8 miles away Best Western River Escape Inn & Suites, Dillsboro , 9 miles away Sapphire Valley Resort, Sapphire , 11 miles away Ramada Limited Maggie Valley, Maggie Valley , 13 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Tuckasegee River: Singing waters Camping Resort, Tuckasegee, 4 miles away Fort Tatham Campsites, Sylva, 8 miles away Moonshine Creek, Balsam, 9 miles away   Trails Near Tuckasegee River: Shortoff Mountain Trail, Macon County , 10 miles away Whiteside Mountain National Recreation Trail, Jackson County , 12 miles away Ellicott Rock Trail, Macon County , 16 miles away Foothills Trail, Oconee County , 17 miles away Foothills Trail, Oconee County , 17 miles away   National Parks Near Tuckasegee River: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg - TN , 34 miles away Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 44 miles away   Lakes Near Tuckasegee River