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 Route 231 to Route 113 section of North Tyger River in South Carolina is 6 miles long and it is classified as a class II(III) section by American Whitewater. If you're coming from Spartanburg it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this
    state are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This is a pretty decent length section, good for a one day paddling trip. Getting your paddling
muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of places for that. The natural beauty of Spartanburg County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great.

Briefly about the general area:
For the period of the summertime at North Tyger River temperatures are typically in the 80's. Summer overnight lows plunge down to the 60's. For the duration of the winter the highs are typically in the 50's, and nighttime
 
lows through the winter for North Tyger River tend to be in the 20's. A lot of precipitation falls at North Tyger River; through March this area sees the most rain while November is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Nesbit Shoals, and a spree to Harrison Shoals will fill your spirit with nice feelings.

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 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...

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



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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 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 Ridge, 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
 Hotels Near North Tyger River:
Sleep Inn Spartanburg, Spartanburg , 10 miles away
Super 8 Spartanburg/I-26 Exit 22, Spartanburg , 10 miles away
Spartanburg Marriott at Renaissance Park, Spartanburg , 11 miles away
Days Inn Spartanburg/Downtown, Spartanburg , 11 miles away
Hampton Inn Suites SpartanburgI26Westgate Mall, Spartanburg , 12 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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