North Carolina whitewater, Watauga River Watauga county, SR 1557 to North Carolina 105 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     2 miles   The SR 1557 to North Carolina 105 section of Watauga River in North Carolina is 2 miles long and it is classified as a class II-IV section by American Whitewater. The starting point is not too far from Boone, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The average North Carolina whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that     rivers in this state are not as hard as elsewhere. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of spots for that. The nature scenery of Watauga County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. No shortage of good hotels, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature have a lot of people coming here. The SR 1557 to North Carolina 105 section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. This is a bit of a short stretch so better bring some good walking shoes. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the   great campgrounds nearby. Briefly about the general area: On a splendid day at Watauga River you can take a hike along the Daniel Boone Scout Trail, and close by Young Hollow is a good spot to go. There is a delightful hiking trail next to Watauga River called the Yancey Ridge Trail, and a day on the slopes of Appalachian Mountain is just what you need. This is such a great river. If you're dropping by Watauga River from Boone, you won't be the only one. For the period of the warm days of summer, highs mostly are in the 70's at Watauga River, and the overnight is a little colder of course, typically in the 50's. Watauga River, SR 1557 to North Carolina 105 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 Watauga River.   Whitewater Near Watauga River: Watauga River, Watauga County, 1 miles away       Class I-II - 12 miles long (North Carolina Route 105 Bridge to US Route 321 Bridge) Watauga River, Watauga County, 1 miles away       Class II-IV - 2 miles long (SR 1557 to North Carolina 105) Boone Fork, Watauga County, 3 miles away       Class III-IV(V+) - 4.5 miles long (Julian Price Park to Watauga) Whitewater Outfitter - River & Earth Adventures, Watauga County, 5 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - High Mountain Expeditions, Watauga County, 5 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Thunderhole Creek, Caldwell County, 6 miles away       Class III+ - 3.5 miles long (Globe Road to Upton) Whitewater Outfitter - Wahoo's Whitewater Rafting, Watauga County, 6 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Watauga River, Watauga County, 7 miles away       Class II-III - 4 miles long (US Route 321 Bridge to Route 1200) Whitewater Outfitter - High Mountain Expeditions, Avery County, 7 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Wilson Creek, Avery/Caldwell County, 8 miles away       Class IV - 5 miles long (Upper Wilson)   Ski Areas Near Watauga River: Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 6 miles away, 365 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Hawksnest, North Carolina , 6 miles away, 619 foot drop, 4 lifts, 12 runs Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 8 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 8 lifts, 20 runs Ski Beech, North Carolina , 9 miles away, 830 foot drop, 10 lifts, 15 runs Wolf Ridge, North Carolina , 54 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs Winterplace, West Virginia , 90 miles away, 603 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs Cataloochee, North Carolina , 99 miles away, 740 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs   Marinas Near Watauga River: Pioneer Landing Campground, Butler , 16 miles away Pappy's Marina and Campground, Butler , 19 miles away   Hotels Near Watauga River: Highland Hills Cabins, Boone , 3 miles away Super 8 Boone NC, Boone , 4 miles away Comfort Suites Boone, Boone , 5 miles away InnPlace Hotel Boone, Boone , 5 miles away Heavenly Mountain Bed And Breakfast And Health Spa, Boone , 5 miles away   Campgrounds Near Watauga River: Flintlock Campground, Boone, 2 miles away Honey Bear Campground, Boone, 3 miles away Blue Ridge Pkwy - Julian Price, Blowing Rock, 3 miles away   Trails Near Watauga River: Daniel Boone Scout Trail, Caldwell , 6 miles away Yancey Ridge Trail, Avery , 9 miles away   Public Lands Near Watauga River: Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 65 miles away Mount Jefferson State Park, North Carolina , 24 miles away Roan Mountain State Park, Tennessee , 24 miles away Lake James State Park, North Carolina , 28 miles away   Golf Courses Near Watauga River: Willow Creek Golf Club, Vilas , 1 miles away Propulsion Golf, Boone , 3 miles away Hawksnest Ski Resort, Seven Devils , 6 miles away   Lakes Near Watauga River Wildcat Lake, Avery , 10 miles away Fleetwood Falls Lake, Ashe , 15 miles away Trout Lake, Watauga , 16 miles away