Georgia whitewater, Chattooga River Oconee SC Rabun GA county, Burrell's Ford to Highway 28 Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-V     11.3 miles   The scenic beauty of Oconee SC/ Rabun GA County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Georgia are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. The starting location is a short drive from Seneca, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further     down the page. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. The beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great plus for this river. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Burrell's Ford to Highway 28 Bridge stretch is just one of many. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. This section is long enough   for an overnight trip if you take your time, so why not pack your camping stuff too. The Burrell's Ford to Highway 28 Bridge section of Chattooga River in Oconee SC/ Rabun GA County is 11.3 miles long and is a class II-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Briefly about the general area: A tour to Chattooga River wouldn’t be complete without a journey to close by Francis Marion-Sumter National Forests. If the weather is magnificent here at Chattooga River, you can go for a hike along the Ellicott Rock Trail. Oconee State Park is worth taking a look at if you're at Chattooga River, and do put some time aside to spend at Big Bend Falls while you're here at Chattooga River. Chattooga River, Burrell's Ford to Highway 28 Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Chattooga River.   Whitewater Near Chattooga River: Chattooga River, Oconee SC/ Rabun GA County, 2 miles away       Class II-V - 11.3 miles long (Burrell's Ford to Highway 28 Bridge) Chattooga River, Rabun GA / Oconee SC County, 2 miles away       Class II-III+(IV) - 13 miles long (Earls Ford to Route 76 Bridge) Chattooga River, Rabun GA / Oconee SC County, 2 miles away       Class II-III+(IV) - 13 miles long (Earls Ford to Route 76 Bridge) Chattooga River, Rabun GA / Oconee SC County, 2 miles away       Class II - 7 miles long (Highway 28 Putin to Earl's Ford) Chattooga River, Rabun GA / Oconee SC County, 2 miles away       Class II - 7 miles long (Highway 28 Putin to Earl's Ford) Big Creek, Rabun County, 4 miles away       Class IV-V(V+) - 2 miles long (Highway 28 to Overflow Creek) Chattooga River, Rabun/Oconee County, 4 miles away       Class III-V(V+) - 5 miles long (Bull Pen Bridge to Burrells Ford Bridge) Chattooga River, Jackson/Macon County, 4 miles away       Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Bullpen Bridge to Burrell's Ford) Chattooga River - West Fork, Rabun County, 4 miles away       Class I-II - 5 miles long (Overflow Creek Road Bridge to Highway 28 Boater's Access) Chattooga River - East Fork, Oconee County, 5 miles away       Class -blank- - 2.46 miles long (Walhalla Fish Hatchery to Chattooga)   Ski Areas Near Chattooga River: Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 12 miles away, 225 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs Sky Valley, Georgia , 15 miles away, 210 foot drop, 2 lifts, 5 runs Cataloochee, North Carolina , 35 miles away, 740 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 52 miles away, 600 foot drop, 3 lifts, 8 runs Wolf Ridge, North Carolina , 72 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs   Marinas Near Chattooga River: Anchorage Boat Dock, Clayton , 18 miles away Lake Keowee Marina, Seneca , 19 miles away   Hotels Near Chattooga River: The Park On Main Hotel, Highlands , 7 miles away 200 Main, Highlands , 7 miles away Mitchells Lodge And Cottages, Highlands , 7 miles away Half Mile Farm, Highlands , 8 miles away Innisfree Bed And Breakfast By, Cashiers , 10 miles away   Campgrounds Near Chattooga River: Burrells Ford Campground, Oconee County, 2 miles away Burrell's Ford, Cashiers, 2 miles away Big Bend, Cashiers, 3 miles away   Trails Near Chattooga River: Burrells Ford Trail, Rabun , 1 miles away Ellicott Rock Trail, Macon , 4 miles away Winding Stairs Trail, Oconee , 4 miles away Three Forks Trail, Rabun , 5 miles away Foothills Trail, Oconee , 7 miles away   Public Lands Near Chattooga River: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg - TN , 50 miles away Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 55 miles away Oconee State Park, South Carolina , 6 miles away Francis Marion-Sumter National Forests, South Carolina , 12 miles away Keowee-Toxaway State Park, South Carolina , 18 miles away   Golf Courses Near Chattooga River: Old Edwards Club, Highlands , 5 miles away Cullasaja Club, Highlands , 7 miles away Highlands Falls Country Club Pool & Tennis, Highlands , 8 miles away   Lakes Near Chattooga River Cliffside Lake, Macon , 10 miles away Lake Jocassee, Oconee , 15 miles away Lake Jocasse, Oconee , 16 miles away