South Carolina whitewater - Rocky River, Anderson County

Anderson county, High Shoals section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     0.2 miles
  The put-in location is a short drive from Anderson, as you can see on the road map further down. The natural beauty of South Carolina and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The High Shoals section of Rocky River in South Carolina is 0.2 miles long and has been rated as a class III section by American Whitewater. Great exercise and a chance to spend some
    time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. 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. Rocky River doesn't have a lot of paddling sections,
the High Shoals section is the only one. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good spots for that around here.

Briefly about the general area:
Don't leave Rocky River without first paying a visit to High Schoals. High temperatures at Rocky River throughout the days of summer are in the 80's. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 60's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 50's, and nighttime lows in the 20's for Rocky River.
Rocky
 
River commonly gets lots of rain; the wettest month of the year is mostly March, that's the one that rains the most, and the driest of the months is April.

Rocky River, High Shoals road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 0.2 miles
Average Gradient: 60 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.4467
Longitude: -82.602

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.4467
Longitude: -82.602

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Current weather conditions at Rocky River, South Carolina
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Local climate location: CLEMSON UNIVERSITY 8 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Quality Inn Anderson, Anderson
7 miles away
The Quality Inn is located near Historic Downtown Anderson, away from bustling Interstate traffic. Our location, conveniently situated within walking distance to Anderson Mall, is in close proximity t...

La Quinta Inn Anderson, Anderson
8 miles away
Now offering FREE High-Speed Internet Access in ALL rooms. The La Quinta Inn Anderson is southwest of Greenville, not far from the shores of Hartwell Lake and Clemson University and Stadium. Stay her...

Super 8 Anderson/Clemson Area, Anderson
8 miles away
Welcome to the Super 8 in Anderson/Clemson, SC with easy access to Interstate 85 via exit 19A. We are in close vicinity to the shores of Hartwell Lake, Clemson University and Stadium. We are convenie...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Anderson, South Carolina, the metro area neareast to Rocky River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Rocky River.
 Whitewater Near Rocky River:
Double Branch, Anderson County , 16 miles away, Class III - 0.5 miles long (US 178 to State Road 88)
Eighteenmile Creek, Anderson County , 18 miles away, Class I(II) - 2 miles long (Nettles Park to US 76)
Saluda River, Greenville/ Anderson/ Laurens County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 14 miles long (SR 247 to US25)
Saluda River, Greenville/ Pickens County , 21 miles away, Class II - 16 miles long (Saluda Dam to South Carolina Route 86 in Piedmont)
Twelvemile Creek, Pickens County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 4 miles long (Liberty Highway to South Carolina 137)
Twelvemile Creek, Pickens County , 22 miles away, Class III - 1 miles long (Lay Bridge Road)
Todd Creek, pickens County , 23 miles away, Class IV+ - 1 miles long (Brookbend Road to Lake Hartwell)
Saluda River, Pickens/Greenville County , 24 miles away, Class II+ - 0.1 miles long (Speedway Play Spot - Park and Play upstream of 124)
Reedy River, Greenville County , 25 miles away, Class II+(III) - 2.6 miles long (Log Shoals Road to West Georgia Road)
Sixmile Creek, Pickens County , 25 miles away, Class II-III - 2 miles long (Jones Mill Road to Lake Issaqueena)
 Ski Areas Near Rocky River:
Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 59 miles away, 225 vertical feet
Sky Valley, Georgia , 60 miles away, 210 vertical feet
Cataloochee, North Carolina , 72 miles away, 740 vertical feet
Wolf Ridge, North Carolina , 86 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 97 miles away, 600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Rocky River:
Quality Inn Anderson, Anderson , 7 miles away
La Quinta Inn Anderson, Anderson , 8 miles away
Super 8 Anderson/Clemson Area, Anderson , 8 miles away
Holiday Inn ANDERSON, Anderson , 8 miles away
Americas Best Value Inn-Anderson, Anderson , 9 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Rocky River:
Anderson/ Lake Hartwell KOA, Anderson, 4 miles away
Sadlers Creek State Recreation Area, Anderson, 11 miles away
Big Bass Valley Campground, Anderson, 13 miles away
 National Parks Near Rocky River:
Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 66 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Rocky River:
Pine Lake Golf Club, Anderson , 2 miles away
Cobb's Glen Country Club, Anderson , 5 miles away
Starrwood Golf Course, Starr , 6 miles away

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