Tennessee whitewater - Citico Creek, Great Smoky Mountains, Cherokee County
Cherokee
county,
Indian Boundary to Below Pigs in Space section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS III-IV 4 miles
The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Knoxville. The natural beauty of Tennessee and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The Great Smoky Mountains scenery is wonderful. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Tennessee
are harder than the national norm, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Indian
Boundary to Below Pigs in Space stretch is one of them. The Indian Boundary to Below Pigs in Space stretch of Citico Creek in Cherokee County is 4 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV section. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots.
Briefly about the general area: Summertime brings highs in the 80's to Citico Creek. When the night sets in temperatures plunge down into the 60's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 40's; nighttime lows
in the 20's for Citico Creek. So many amusing things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains, not enough time. Citico Creek is a relatively wet place usually with a lot of precipitation; March is the month that gets the most rain; October is when it's the driest. Going for a hike
along the Indian Boundary Lake Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this region; if you're here you can take a hike along the Rocky Flats Trail.
QUICK STATS AW Class:
III-IV
Length:
4
miles
Average Gradient: 100 fpm
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