South Carolina whitewater - Middle Tyger River, Spartanburg County

Spartanburg county, Duncan to Startex section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     2 miles
  If you're coming from Spartanburg it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. The nature scenery of Spartanburg County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This stretch of Middle Tyger River in Spartanburg County is 2 miles long and has been rated as a class III section by American Whitewater. This is a pretty short section so no need to bring snacks. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling
    rivers. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. There are no other stretches to paddle along Middle Tyger River than the Duncan to Startex stretch. The average
South Carolina whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so better not forget that the rivers in this state are less demanding. There are some good hotels near the river, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car.

Briefly about the general area:
During the days of summer here at Middle Tyger River, high temperatures usually get into the 80's. For the duration of the dark hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 60's. During the wintertime this place
 
gets highs in the 50's, and nighttime lows in the 20's for Middle Tyger River.
Middle Tyger River is a pretty wet place mostly with a large amount of rain; all through March this area sees the most rain, and the driest month of the year is April.

Middle Tyger River, Duncan to Startex road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 2 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.9431
Longitude: -82.13221

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.92599
Longitude: -82.0989

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Current weather conditions at Middle Tyger River, South Carolina
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Local climate location: TRYON 10 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Spartanburg - Days Inn Airport, Duncan
We have just what you need to relax, conduct business or recharge while on the road. We offer 79 tastefully decorated guest rooms with one King or two Queen size beds. Our executive suited feature a...

Quality Inn South, Duncan
Located off I-85 at exit 63. BMW, Cryovac, and Michelin companies all nearby. Within 10 minutes of the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. Nearby attractions include Hollywild Animal Park, S...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grnvlle-Sprtnbrg @Duncan (I-85, Duncan
Welcome to the Greenville/Spartanburg area. The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Duncan offers a great place for the business or leisure traveler, conveniently located between two chief cities. Min...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Middle Tyger River.
 Whitewater Near Middle Tyger River:
South Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 5 miles away, Class -blank- - 4.5 miles long (Berrys Mill Pond to South Carolina Route 417)
Enoree River, Greenville/ Spartanburg County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 4 miles long (South Carolina Route 14 Pelham to South Carolina Route 296)
North Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 3 miles long (Route 231 to South Tyger River)
North Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 17 miles away, Class II(III) - 6 miles long (Route 231 to Route 113)
Jimmies Creek, Spartanburg County , 18 miles away, Class I-III - 6 miles long (I-26 to Tyger River)
Reedy River, Greenville County , 19 miles away, Class II+(III) - 2.6 miles long (Log Shoals Road to West Georgia Road)
Island Creek, Spartanburg County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Cornmill Road Close to Mayo to Pacolet River)
Reedy River, Greenville County , 20 miles away, Class IV(V) - 0.5 miles long (Reedy River Falls Historic Park)
North Pacolet River, Henderson/Polk County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (Pearsons Falls along Highway 176 to Tryon)
Pacolet, Spartanburg County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Clifton II to Lawson's Fork)
 Ski Areas Near Middle Tyger River:
Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 64 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 70 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Hawksnest, North Carolina , 71 miles away, 619 vertical feet
Ski Beech, North Carolina , 73 miles away, 830 vertical feet
Cataloochee, North Carolina , 76 miles away, 740 vertical feet
Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 77 miles away, 365 vertical feet
Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 83 miles away, 225 vertical feet
Sky Valley, Georgia , 86 miles away, 210 vertical feet
Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 109 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Winterplace, West Virginia , 166 miles away, 603 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Middle Tyger River:
Spartanburg - Days Inn Airport, Duncan , 1 miles away
Quality Inn South, Duncan , 1 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grnvlle-Sprtnbrg @Duncan (I-85, Duncan , 1 miles away
Jameson Inn Duncan, Duncan , 3 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Greer/Gsp Arpt/Greenville Area, Greer , 4 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Middle Tyger River:
Creekside RV Park, Greer, 6 miles away
Cunningham RV Park, Spartanburg, 6 miles away
Scuffle Town Usa RV Park, Simpsonville, 11 miles away
 National Parks Near Middle Tyger River:
Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 49 miles away
 Lakes Near Middle Tyger River

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