Tennessee whitewater - Crooked Fork Creek, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Morgan County
Morgan
county,
US 27 to Potter's Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS IV-V 2 miles
The US 27 to Potter's Falls stretch of Crooked Fork Creek in Tennessee is 2 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class IV-V section of whitewater. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Tennessee are often tougher than in other states, so keep in mind that many runs in this state are not easy. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This is a bit of a short stretch so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. 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. The nature scenery of Morgan County and the water flowing gracefully down Crooked Fork Creek attract people from near and far. Whitewater paddling here in the Cumberland
Plateau Mountains is a great experience. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good places. The US 27 to Potter's Falls section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. The starting location is a short drive from Harriman, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near.
Briefly about the general area: Don't miss out on a tour to Obed
Wild & Scenic River since you're here at Crooked Fork Creek. For the period of the summertime months here at Crooked Fork Creek, high temperatures usually get into the 80's, and all through the night it cools down to the 60's. The winter comes with highs in the 40's while the cold
winter nights at Crooked Fork Creek are in the 20's. Crooked Fork Creek sees pretty high levels of rainfall; March is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month is October.
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