South Carolina whitewater - North Tyger River, Spartanburg County

Spartanburg county, Route 231 to Route 113 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II(III)     6 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The starting location is a short drive from Spartanburg, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature have a lot of people coming here. There's camping available near North Tyger River. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. There aren’t any hotels right nearby
    but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. On this section you do get some distance, suitable for an afternoon trip. The Route 231 to Route 113 stretch of North Tyger River in South
Carolina is 6 miles long and is a class II(III) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good rivers for that around here.

Briefly about the general area:
North Tyger River gets a good deal of water; March is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month of the year is November.
Summertime highs at North Tyger River mostly tend to be in the 80's. For the duration of the moonlight hours it's regularly in the 60's. For the duration of the winter highs
 
are in the 50's with temperatures at North Tyger River dipping down into the 20's through winter nights. Nesbit Shoals is an inspiring spot to stop by during your stay; don't leave North Tyger River without first paying a visit to Harrison Shoals.

North Tyger River, Route 231 to Route 113 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II(III)
Length: 6 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.78829
Longitude: -81.95221

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.73469
Longitude: -81.89081

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Current weather conditions at North Tyger River, South Carolina
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Local climate location: GRNVLE-SPARTBG WSO AP 19 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Sleep Inn Spartanburg, Spartanburg
10 miles away
Conveniently located just five miles from campuses of Converse College, Wofford College, Spartanburg Methodist College and University of South Carolina Upstate. Westgate Mall only one mile away featur...

Super 8 Motel - Spartanburg/I-26 Exit 22, Spartanburg
10 miles away
* Large rooms with 1 King or 2 Queen beds, * Refrigerator, clock, and hairdryer in all rooms. * Microwave in lobby * Super start breakfast * Outdoor pool * Dennys and Waffle House within walkin...

Marriott Spartanburg Renaissance Park, Spartanburg
11 miles away
Centrally located in downtown Spartanburg, SC this stunning, new Spartanburg hotel is located within walking distance of restaurants, entertainment, quaint shops, and historic Spartanburg walking tour...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near North Tyger River.
 Whitewater Near North Tyger River:
North Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 1 miles away, Class II-III - 3 miles long (Route 231 to South Tyger River)
Jimmies Creek, Spartanburg County , 2 miles away, Class I-III - 6 miles long (I-26 to Tyger River)
Warrior Creek, Laurens County , 9 miles away, Class II(IV) - 0.5 miles long (South Carolina 49 to Enoree River)
Cedar Shoals Creek, Spartanburg County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 2.5 miles long (New Hope Church Road to Horseshoe Falls Road)
Enoree River, Spartanburg/ Laurens border County , 10 miles away, Class II+ - 6.5 miles long (South Carolina Route 49 to South Carolina Route 56)
South Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Route 86 to Route 113)
South Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 13 miles away, Class -blank- - 4.5 miles long (Berrys Mill Pond to South Carolina Route 417)
Lawsons Fork Creek, Spartanburg County , 13 miles away, Class I-III - 3.75 miles long (Glendale to Goldmine Road)
Pacolet, Spartanburg County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Clifton II to Lawson's Fork)
Middle Tyger River, Spartanburg County , 17 miles away, Class III - 2 miles long (Duncan to Startex)
 Ski Areas Near North Tyger River:
Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 78 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Hawksnest, North Carolina , 79 miles away, 619 vertical feet
Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 79 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Ski Beech, North Carolina , 81 miles away, 830 vertical feet
Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 82 miles away, 365 vertical feet
Cataloochee, North Carolina , 93 miles away, 740 vertical feet
Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 97 miles away, 225 vertical feet
Sky Valley, Georgia , 100 miles away, 210 vertical feet
Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 125 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Winterplace, West Virginia , 170 miles away, 603 vertical feet
 Hotels Near North Tyger River:
Sleep Inn Spartanburg, Spartanburg , 10 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Spartanburg/I-26 Exit 22, Spartanburg , 10 miles away
Marriott Spartanburg Renaissance Park, Spartanburg , 11 miles away
Comfort Suites Spartanburg, Spartanburg , 11 miles away
Spartanburg-Days Inn Downtown, Spartanburg , 11 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near North Tyger River:
Pine Ridge Campground, Roebuck, 5 miles away
Croft state Natural Area, Spartanburg, 8 miles away
Musgrove Mill state Historic Site, Clinton, 12 miles away
 National Parks Near North Tyger River:
Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 65 miles away

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