Tennessee whitewater - Obey River - East Fork, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Fentress/ Pickett County Fentress/ Pickett county, TN 85 Bridge to Dale Hollow Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     37 miles   The starting location is a short drive from Cookevi lle, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Tennessee tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're not from around here don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. The natural beauty of Tennessee and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking     around here you'll find a large number of good spots. The TN 85 Bridge to Dale Hollow Lake stretch of Obey River - East Fork in Tennessee is 37 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. Whitewater paddling here in the Cumberland Plateau Mountains is a great experience. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: Obey River - East Fork gets a large amount of water; March is the wettest month with most rain, and   the driest month of the year is October. If you crave a little side tour, try Bugger Hole Hollow. All through the summertime, highs generally are in the 80's at Obey River - East Fork. Summer night lows fall down to the 60's. Daytime highs through the winter are in the 40's, and nighttime lows in the 20's for Obey River - East Fork. Obey River - East Fork, TN 85 Bridge to Dale Hollow Lake road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 37 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.42361 Longitude: -85.03084 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.53555 Longitude: -85.45306 Paddler input for Obey River - East Fork, Tennessee: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Obey River - East Fork, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Tennessee Local climate location: CELINA 9 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park, Burkesville 11 miles away Perched high on a bluff overlooking a 28,000 acre lake, this modern lodge offers unsurpassed comforts amid a backdrop of unspoiled wilderness. A Conference Center adjoining the lodge is the perfect ve... Best Western Albany Garden Inn, Albany 17 miles away At the Best Western Albany Garden Inn relax in a quiet, unique mountain atmosphere in beautiful accommodations after an event filled day in the 'City Between the Lakes'. It is conveniently located bet... Super 8 Monterey, Monterey 19 miles away New Hotel With Free Wireless Internet, Conference Room, Indoor Pool, Large Continental Breakfast, Refrigerators In Rooms. Pets Accepted With A 10.00 Charge...   Cumberland Plateau Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Cumberland Plateau Mountains. Cumberland Plateau Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Cumberland Plateau Mountains. All Tennessee Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Tennessee. Books about whitewater paddling on Obey River - East Fork, Tennessee List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Obey River - East Fork, 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 Cookevi lle, Tennessee Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Cookevi lle, Tennessee, the metro area neareast to Obey River - East Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Obey River - East Fork.   Whitewater Near Obey River - East Fork: Obey River - West Fork, Overton/ Pickett County , 8 miles away, Class II - 15.5 miles long (TN 85n Bridge to Dale Hollow Lake) Flat Creek, Overton County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 11.3 miles long (Highway 136 to Roaring River) Obey River - East Fork, Fentress County , 17 miles away, Class III-V+ - 10 miles long (Hanging Limb to Highway 85) Obey River - East Fork, Overton/ Fentress County , 17 miles away, Class III-V - 13.8 miles long (Cliff Springs to TN 85 Bridge) Spring Creek, Overton County , 18 miles away, Class II-V - 28.6 miles long (Highway 42 Close to Rickman to Roaring River) Little Hurricane Creek, Overton/Fentress County , 18 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.5 miles long (Muddy Pond Road to Hurricane Creek) Hurricane Creek, Fentress County , 19 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (Camp Ground Road to East Fork Obey) Spring Creek, Jackson County , 19 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 4 miles long (Waterloo Falls to Spring Creek Community) Roaring River, Overton/ Jackson County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 7 miles long (Highway 135 to Stock Gap Road Bridge) Blackburn Fork, Jackson County , 25 miles away, Class II-III - 19.9 miles long (TN 6294 to Roaring River)   Ski Areas Near Obey River - East Fork: Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 124 miles away, 600 vertical feet Paoli Peaks, Indiana , 145 miles away, 300 vertical feet Perfect North, Indiana , 150 miles away, 400 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 155 miles away, 210 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 156 miles away, 225 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 157 miles away, 740 vertical feet Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 191 miles away, 700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Obey River - East Fork: Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park, Burkesville , 11 miles away Best Western Albany Garden Inn, Albany , 17 miles away Super 8 Monterey, Monterey , 19 miles away Cookeville Knights Inn, Cookeville , 25 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COOKEVILLE, Cookeville , 26 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Obey River - East Fork: Deep Valley Park, Allons, 6 miles away Deep Valley Recreational Vehicle Park, Allons, 6 miles away Standing Stone State Park, Hilham, 12 miles away   National Parks Near Obey River - East Fork: Obed Wild & Scenic River, Wartburg - TN , 49 miles away Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, Oneida - TN , 51 miles away