South Carolina whitewater - Enoree River, Spartanburg/ Laurens border County

Spartanburg/ Laurens border county, South Carolina Route 49 to South Carolina Route 56 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     6.5 miles
 
Floated this section 9-23-2006 man this is a good stretch. You a defenitely in the country down their. You actually get out on horseshoe falls road. whioch runs from 49 to 56. Says clifford deyoung

If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are less demanding. The South Carolina Route 49 to South Carolina Route 56 stretch of Enoree River in Spartanburg/ Laurens border County is 6.5 miles long and is a class II+
    section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The wonderful Spartanburg/ Laurens border County scenery and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. Whether you're whitewater
rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. This stretch is mid length, good for a one day paddling trip. There are many good hotels to choose from, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the South Carolina Route 49 to South Carolina Route 56 section is one of them. The put-in is not too far from Union, as you can see on the road map further down. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.

Briefly about the
 
general area:
Don't leave Enoree River without first paying a visit to Gordons Mill Falls. Enoree River mostly gets a great deal of rainfall; most of the rain falls through March while September is usually the driest month. The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 80's to Enoree River. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 60's. Highs through the wintertime are mostly in the 50's with temperatures at Enoree River dipping down into the 20's all through winter nights.

Enoree River, South Carolina Route 49 to South Carolina Route 56 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 6.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.59944
Longitude: -81.90223

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.59638
Longitude: -81.85251

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Current weather conditions at Enoree River, South Carolina
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Local climate location: GRNVLE-SPARTBG WSO AP 17 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Clinton-Days Inn Interstate/Presbyterian College, Clinton
5 miles away
* Free Wifi Internet Access * Easy access from I-385 and Highway 56. * Conveniently located 2 miles from Presbyterian College. * Excellent Customer Service. * Pet Friendly. * Complimentary Deluxe Brea...

Comfort Suites Clinton, Clinton
5 miles away
The brand new Comfort Suites of Clinton is conveniently located off I-26 at exit 52. Our 100 percent smoke-free hotel offers beautifully appointed suites and many features to ensure your comfort and ...

Howard Johnson Clinton, Clinton
5 miles away
The Howard Johnson is conveniently located at I-26/US 56N Exit 52 in Clinton SC. We are just a short drive from Presbyterian College, Musgrove Mill State Historic Site, The Thornwell Home & School for...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Enoree River.
 Whitewater Near Enoree River:
Cedar Shoals Creek, Spartanburg County , 1 miles away, Class II-III - 2.5 miles long (New Hope Church Road to Horseshoe Falls Road)
Warrior Creek, Laurens County , 3 miles away, Class II(IV) - 0.5 miles long (South Carolina 49 to Enoree River)
South Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Route 86 to Route 113)
Jimmies Creek, Spartanburg County , 8 miles away, Class I-III - 6 miles long (I-26 to Tyger River)
North Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 10 miles away, Class II(III) - 6 miles long (Route 231 to Route 113)
North Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 3 miles long (Route 231 to South Tyger River)
Lawsons Fork Creek, Spartanburg County , 21 miles away, Class I-III - 3.75 miles long (Glendale to Goldmine Road)
South Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 21 miles away, Class -blank- - 4.5 miles long (Berrys Mill Pond to South Carolina Route 417)
Pacolet, Spartanburg County , 21 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Clifton II to Lawson's Fork)
Reedy River, Laurens County , 24 miles away, Class II - 0 miles long (Tumbling Shoals)
 Ski Areas Near Enoree River:
Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 87 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Hawksnest, North Carolina , 88 miles away, 619 vertical feet
Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 89 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Ski Beech, North Carolina , 91 miles away, 830 vertical feet
Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 91 miles away, 365 vertical feet
Cataloochee, North Carolina , 100 miles away, 740 vertical feet
Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 102 miles away, 225 vertical feet
Sky Valley, Georgia , 104 miles away, 210 vertical feet
Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 132 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Winterplace, West Virginia , 179 miles away, 603 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Enoree River:
Clinton-Days Inn Interstate/Presbyterian College, Clinton , 5 miles away
Comfort Suites Clinton, Clinton , 5 miles away
Howard Johnson Clinton, Clinton , 5 miles away
Quality Inn Clinton, Clinton , 5 miles away
Americas Best Inns Laurens, Laurens , 11 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Enoree River:
Musgrove Mill state Historic Site, Clinton, 2 miles away
Magnolia RV Park & Campground, Clinton, 13 miles away
Brick House Campground, Newberry County, 15 miles away

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