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.
10 miles away
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10 miles away
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