South Carolina whitewater - Savannah River, McCormick Columbia County

McCormick Columbia county, Stevens Creek Dam to North Augusta Boat Ramp section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II(III)     5 miles
  The Stevens Creek Dam to North Augusta Boat Ramp section of Savannah River is 5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II(III) section. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. The natural beauty of South Carolina and the water flowing gracefully down Savannah River will make you feel great. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near.
    There's camping available near Savannah River. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. This is a pretty decent length section, suitable for an
afternoon trip.

Briefly about the general area:
A lot of rain falls at Savannah River; March is when you get the most rain here while November is ordinarily the driest month. Summertime at Savannah River comes with high temperatures in the 90's. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 60's. The winter brings highs down to the 50's while Savannah River night low temperatures throughout the winter are in the 30's.
 

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II(III)
Length: 5 miles
  

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Local climate location: CLARK HILL DAM 9 miles away


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