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 rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. The scenic beauty of Unicoi/ Washington County and the water flowing gracefully down Nolichucky River have people coming here. This section is very short so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. The Big Rocks stretch of Nolichucky River is 0 miles long and is a class II+(III) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The Big Rocks stretch is one
    of many paddling stretches in this river system. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good places for that around here. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. The campgrounds here at Nolichucky River are pretty
good. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Johnson City, as you can see on the road map further down. There are many good hotels to choose from, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.

Briefly about the general area:
Throughout the summer at Nolichucky River temperatures are regularly in the 80's with nighttime lows in the 60's. Highs during the wintertime are usually in the 40's, and during the dark hours in the winter at Nolichucky River temperatures fall to the 20's. Shinbone Rock is something you
 
shouldn't miss since you're here at Nolichucky River, and you can go for a hike on the Patty Ridge Trail.
You ought to beyond doubt explore The Horseshoe since you're here at Nolichucky River It's always wonderful to pop by Yates Spring. All the water falling down from the sky makes Nolichucky River a wet place; of all the months in a year July is the one with the most rain, and the driest month is October.
This is such a great river. Since you're here at Nolichucky River why not visit Bayles First Shoals, and going for a hike on the California Trail is always a great adventure.

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

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Current weather conditions at Nolichucky River, Tennessee
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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 40), 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...



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OUTDOORS
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 Ridge, 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
 Hotels Near Nolichucky River:
Super 8 Motel - Erwin, Erwin , 3 miles away
Holiday Inn Express ERWIN I-181/I-26 (EXIT 40), Erwin , 4 miles away
AmericInn Jonesborough, Jonesborough , 7 miles away
American Classic Suites Johnson City, Johnson City , 8 miles away
Hampton Inn Johnson City, Johnson City , 8 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

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