Tennessee whitewater - Richland Creek, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Rhea County Rhea county, Old Dayton Reservoir to Laurel-Snow Parking Lot section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV(V)     1.5 miles   This stretch of Richland Creek in Tennessee is 1.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV(V) section. The put-in location is a short drive from Crossville, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The nature scenery of Tennessee and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling spots. The average Tennessee whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder     to run than those in other states, so don't forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. There are many good hotels to choose from, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Richland Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Old Dayton Reservoir to Laurel-Snow Parking Lot stretch is the only one. This is a pretty short section so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. The campgrounds here at Richland Creek are pretty good. The Cumberland Plateau Mountains scenery is wonderful. Briefly about the general area: If you fancy the outdoors you'll fancy it here in the Cumberland Plateau Mountains. Go for a hike on the Laurel-Snow Trail, and a fine place   is North Pole Gulf. Snow Falls is always fun to check out; do schedule some time to have a look at Buzzard Point if you have a chance. Richland Creek mostly gets much precipitation; through March this area sees the most rain, and October meanwhile is the driest month. Summer at Richland Creek comes with high temperatures in the 80's. For the period of 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 during the dark hours in the winter at Richland Creek temperatures sink to the 20's. At this river you will always have a good time. Laurel Falls is a wonderful local attraction. Richland Creek, Old Dayton Reservoir to Laurel-Snow Parking Lot road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV(V) Length: 1.5 miles Average Gradient: 200 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.5424 Longitude: -85.0302 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 35.53443 Longitude: -85.02529 Paddler input for Richland Creek, Tennessee: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Richland Creek, Cumberland Plateau Mountains, Tennessee Local climate location: CROSSVILLE FAA AP 2 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Dayton, Dayton 2 miles away ***As of November 15th, 2009 our heated indoor pool will be closed until February 15th, 2010. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.*** Stay at this Dayton, Tennessee hotel surrounded by ... 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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 Crossville, Tennessee Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Crossville, Tennessee, the metro area neareast to Richland Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Richland Creek.   Whitewater Near Richland Creek: Morgan Creek, Rhea County , 0 miles away, Class V - 1.2 miles long (Snow Falls to Laurel-Snow Parking Lot) Henderson Cr, Rhea County , 2 miles away, Class V - 7 miles long (Liberty Hill Road to Laurel) Brush Creek, Rhea County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 1.3 miles long (Seventh Day Adventist Compound to Roaring Creek) Roaring Creek, Rhea County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 6 miles long (New Harmony Road to Bridge on Brayton Mountain Rd) Moccasin Creek, Rhea County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 1 miles long (Shut-In Gap Road to Piney River) McGill Creek, Bledsoe / Hamilton County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V - 7 miles long (Hendon Road to Coulterville Road) Piney River, Bledsoe Rhea County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 10.4 miles long (Wash-Pelfrey Road to Spring City) Duskin Creek, Bledsoe Rhea County , 12 miles away, Class III-IV - 2 miles long (Gap Road to Piney River at Spring City) Rock Creek, Bledsoe / Hamilton County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 9 miles long (Retro-Hughes Road to Leggett Road bridge) Stinging Fork, Rhea County , 13 miles away, Class IV(V) - 7 miles long (Stinging Fork Falls to Piney River)   Ski Areas Near Richland Creek: Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 102 miles away, 600 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 120 miles away, 210 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 122 miles away, 225 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 134 miles away, 740 vertical feet Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 176 miles away, 700 vertical feet Paoli Peaks, Indiana , 198 miles away, 300 vertical feet   Hotels Near Richland Creek: Best Western Dayton, Dayton , 2 miles away Scottish Inns & Suites Dayton, Dayton , 4 miles away Holiday Inn Express Dayton, Dayton , 5 miles away Howard Johnson Spring City, Spring City , 14 miles away Classic Suites, Cleveland , 21 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Richland Creek: Blue water Campground, Dayton, 5 miles away Cotton Port Marina and Campground, Meigs County, 11 miles away Mountain Glen RV Park, Pikeville, 12 miles away   Trails Near Richland Creek: Laurel-Snow Trail, Rhea County , 0 miles away   National Parks Near Richland Creek: Obed Wild & Scenic River, Wartburg - TN , 40 miles away Russell Cave National Monument, Bridgeport - AL , 58 miles away