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Blevins Bridge on Bear Cage Road to Highway 19E bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS III-IV 5.7 miles
If you're coming from Johnson City it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. The wonderful Carter County scenery and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. The Blevins Bridge on Bear Cage Road to Highway 19E bridge stretch of Doe River is 5.7 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV section. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Blevins Bridge on Bear Cage Road to Highway 19E bridge stretch is just one of many. There are
campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so better not forget that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are
sure to keep you coming back for more. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling spots. There are some good hotels near the river, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car.
Briefly about the general area: If you want to go to some interesting stuff, go to Pardee Point, and since you're here, you might as well have a look at Dearden Fill Hollow. Coming
to this river is always a good idea. On a great day at Doe River you can take a hike along the Pond Mountain Trail. If the weather is pleasant here at Doe River, you can go for a hike along the Stone Mountain Trail, and some interesting geology is available here, Flagpole Point
is right here. Summertime highs at Doe River typically tend to be in the 80's, and all through the night it cools down to the 60's. For the duration of the wintertime this place gets highs in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Doe River are in the 20's. The yearly precipitation
here at Doe River is about average; the wettest month of the year is regularly July, that's the one that rains the most; the driest month of the year is October.
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