Kentucky whitewater, Rock Creek McCreary county, White Oak Junction to Big South Fork of Cumberland River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III(IV)     6 miles   If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers in this state are suitable for beginners. The wonderful Kentucky scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The White Oak Junction to Big South Fork of Cumberland River stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this     river system. This section of Rock Creek in McCreary County is 6 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III(IV) section. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Whitewater paddling here in the Cumberland Plateau Mountains is a great experience. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before   you come because it is a very popular destination. If you're coming from Somerset it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. Briefly about the general area: Don't miss out on a visit to Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area while you're here at Rock Creek, and you might also want to pay a visit to Poplar Spring Hollow while you're here at Rock Creek. So much entertaining stuff to do here in the Cumberland Plateau Mountains, too magnificent to be true. Don't leave Rock Creek without dropping by General Burnside Island State Park, and if you're visiting from Stearns, you won't be the only one. Rock Creek, White Oak Junction to Big South Fork of Cumberland River 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 Rock Creek.   Whitewater Near Rock Creek: Rock Creek, McCreary County, 2 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 6 miles long (White Oak Junction to Big South Fork of Cumberland River) Roaring Paunch River, McCreary County, 6 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 3 miles long (Barthell to Big South Fork) Cumberland River - Little South Fork, Wayne McCreary County, 13 miles away       Class I-II - 45 miles long (Parmleysville to confluence with Big South Fork) Pine Creek, Scott County, 14 miles away       Class IV-V - 1.62 miles long (Close to Toonley to Leatherwood Ford) Cumberland River - Big South Fork, McCreary/Whitley County, 14 miles away       Class II - 12 miles long (Station Camp to Lake Cumberland) Cumberland River - Big South Fork, Scott / Pulaski County, 14 miles away       Class II+(IV) - 19 miles long (Leatherwood Ford to Blue Heron Kentucky) Cumberland River, Whitley/ McCreary County, 17 miles away       Class II-III - 11 miles long (Cumberland Falls to Laurel River) New River, Scott County, 18 miles away       Class II-III - 8.9 miles long (US 27 Bridge to Clear Fork River) Cumberland River - Big South Fork, Scott County, 18 miles away       Class II-IV - 10.2 miles long (Burnt Mill Bridge over Clear Fork to Bridge at Leatherwood Ford) North White Oak Creek, Fentress Scott County, 19 miles away       Class II - 7.8 miles long (Zenith Mines to Leatherwood Ford)   Ski Areas Near Rock Creek: Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 89 miles away, 600 foot drop, 3 lifts, 8 runs   Marinas Near Rock Creek: Somerset Boat Club, Somerset , 18 miles away Buck Creek Boat Dock, Somerset , 19 miles away   Hotels Near Rock Creek: Red Roof Inn Whitley City, Whitley City , 7 miles away Eagles View BB, Burnside , 16 miles away Hampton Inn Somerset, Somerset , 17 miles away Comfort Inn Somerset, Somerset , 18 miles away Red Roof Inn Somerset, Somerset , 19 miles away   Campgrounds Near Rock Creek: Big South Fork National RiverRA - Alum Ford, Marshes Siding, 3 miles away Big South Fork National RiverRA - Blue Heron, Revelo, 4 miles away Big South Fork National RiverRA - Bear Creek Horse Camp, Revelo, 5 miles away   Trails Near Rock Creek: Laurel Creek Trail, McCreary , 11 miles away Deer Loop, McCreary , 11 miles away Racoon Loop, McCreary , 12 miles away Hidden Passage Trail, Pickett , 18 miles away Ladder Trail, Pickett , 18 miles away   Public Lands Near Rock Creek: Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, Oneida - TN , 12 miles away Obed Wild & Scenic River, Wartburg - TN , 37 miles away General Burnside Island State Park, Kentucky , 15 miles away Pickett State Park, Tennessee , 16 miles away Cumberland Falls State Park, Kentucky , 17 miles away   Golf Courses Near Rock Creek: Town Of Oneida Municipal Golf, Oneida , 13 miles away Woodson Bend Resort, Bronston , 14 miles away Waitsboro Hills Golf Course, Somerset , 18 miles away   Lakes Near Rock Creek Laurel Creek Reservoir, McCreary , 9 miles away