Tennessee whitewater - Nolichucky River, Unicoi/ Washington County Unicoi/ Washington county, Big Rocks section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II+(III)     0 miles   The Big Rocks section of Nolichucky River in Unicoi/ Washington County is 0 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II+(III) section. The starting point is not too far from Johnson City, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The natural beauty of Unicoi/ Washington County and the water flowing gracefully down Nolichucky River are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. This is a very short section so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. The Big Rocks stretch is one of many paddling     stretches in this river system. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Tennessee is often tougher than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here. There are plenty of hotels here if you want to spend a night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Briefly about the general area: This river is so wonderful. Interesting geology is available here; Shinbone Rock is near Nolichucky River, and don't leave Nolichucky River without first going for a hike along the Patty   Ridge Trail. If you're here at Nolichucky River, checking out The Horseshoe is a must, and the beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Yates Spring. Go for a hike on the California Trail, and Bayles First Shoals is also a pleasant spot to explore. Nolichucky River gets a large amount of water; most of the rain falls through July, and the driest month of the year is October. Throughout the days of summer at Nolichucky River highs are ordinarily in the 80's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 60's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 40's, and overnight lows at Nolichucky River through the winter frequently sink into the 20's. Nolichucky River, Big Rocks road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II+(III) Length: 0 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.1846 Longitude: -82.45011 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.1846 Longitude: -82.45011 Paddler input for Nolichucky River, Tennessee: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Nolichucky River, Tennessee Local climate location: GREENEVILLE EXP STN 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Motel - Erwin, Erwin 3 miles away A quiet scenic location in a friendly peaceful community we are located just 14 miles from Johnson City one of East Tennessees fastest growing cities and just 15 miles from Jonesborough the oldest tow... Holiday Inn Express Erwin I-181 / I-26 (Exit 15),, Erwin 4 miles away Just imagine....waking up to the scent of fresh mountain air and listening to the sounds of silence. Wake up at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Erwin where every room has a mountain view. We are conveni... AmericInn Jonesborough, Jonesborough 7 miles away Our new hotel offers free high-speed Internet,an Indoor pool,whirlpool and sauna. Guests love our Complimentary Enhanced Breakfast featuring AmericInn Waffles and our elegant lobby and fireplace. Our...   All Tennessee Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Tennessee. Books about whitewater paddling on Nolichucky River, Tennessee List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Nolichucky River, Tennessee. Find a whitewater outfitter in Tennessee Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Johnson City, Tennessee Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Johnson City, Tennessee, the metro area neareast to Nolichucky River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Nolichucky River.   Whitewater Near Nolichucky River: Nolichucky River, Unicoi County , 4 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 3 miles long (Nolichucky Gorge Campground to Jackson Love Bridge) Nolichucky River, Mitchell/ Unicoi County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 8.1 miles long (Rt 197 Poplar to 19/23 Close to Erwin) Nolichucky River, Unicoi County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 8 miles long (Poplar North to Nolichucky Gorge Campground) Spivey Creek, Unicoi County , 8 miles away, Class V+ - 1.8 miles long (Little Bald Creek to Tumbling Rich Gap Brook) Watauga, Carter/ Washington County , 16 miles away, Class I-II - 20.6 miles long (Watauga Reservoir to Boone Lake) Doe River, Carter County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 8.5 miles long (Hampton to Elizabethton) Doe River, Carter County , 20 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.7 miles long (Blevins Bridge on Bear Cage Road to Highway 19E bridge) Doe River - Laurel Fork, -blank- County , 22 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 5 miles long (Dennis Cove to Hampton) Doe River, Carter County , 24 miles away, Class II-III - 4.6 miles long (Crabtree to Blevins Bridge on Bear Gauge Road) Holston River, Sullivan County , 25 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (South Holston Dam to Boone Lake)   Ski Areas Near Nolichucky River: Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 13 miles away, 700 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 40 miles away, 830 vertical feet Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 41 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 43 miles away, 619 vertical feet Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 54 miles away, 365 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 56 miles away, 740 vertical feet Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 81 miles away, 600 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 89 miles away, 225 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 92 miles away, 210 vertical feet Winterplace, West Virginia , 121 miles away, 603 vertical feet   Hotels Near Nolichucky River: Super 8 Motel - Erwin, Erwin , 3 miles away Holiday Inn Express Erwin I-181 / I-26 (Exit 15),, Erwin , 4 miles away AmericInn Jonesborough, Jonesborough , 7 miles away Carnegie Hotel, Johnson City , 9 miles away Sleep Inn Johnson City, Johnson City , 10 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Nolichucky River: Riverpark Campground, Jonesborough, 0 miles away Bigrock Campground, Jonesborough, 0 miles away Nolichucky Gorge Campground, Erwin, 5 miles away   Trails Near Nolichucky River: California Trail, Unicoi County , 3 miles away Patty Ridge Trail, Unicoi County , 3 miles away Nolichucky River Trail, Unicoi County , 6 miles away Pinnacle Tower Trail, Unicoi County , 6 miles away No Business Trail, Unicoi County , 6 miles away   National Parks Near Nolichucky River: Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 33 miles away