| |
South Carolina whitewater, Chattooga River - East Fork
Oconee
county,
Highway 107 to Walhalla Fish Hatchery section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
| |
|
| |
The nature scenery of Oconee County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if |
you make reservations in advance you're all set. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Seneca, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river
| system, the Highway 107 to Walhalla Fish Hatchery stretch is just one of many. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. The average South Carolina whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers in this state are suitable for beginners. This is a short paddling stretch | |
|
so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. The beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great plus for this river.
Briefly about the general area: Chattooga River - East Fork is near
Francis Marion-Sumter National Forests which is a stunning spot. Why not take a refreshing hike along the Foothills Trail, and Oconee State Park is a glorious place to stretch your legs a bit. At this river you will always
have a good time. There are plenty of folks from Cashiers here at Chattooga River - East Fork. During the days of summer highs here at Chattooga River - East Fork get into the 70's.
|
|
Chattooga River - East Fork, Highway 107 to Walhalla Fish Hatchery 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 - East Fork. |
| Whitewater Near Chattooga River - East Fork:
Whitewater River, Jackson/Transylvania County, 3 miles away Class IV-V+ - 4 miles long (Bullpen Road to Highway 281) |
Chattooga River, Oconee SC/ Rabun GA County, 4 miles away Class II-V - 11.3 miles long (Burrell's Ford to Highway 28 Bridge) |
Whitewater, Oconee County, 4 miles away Class III-V+ - 2.4 miles long (Base of Upper Falls to Lake Jocassee) |
Chattooga River, Rabun/Oconee County, 5 miles away Class III-V(V+) - 5 miles long (Bull Pen Bridge to Burrells Ford Bridge) |
Chattooga River, Jackson/Macon County, 5 miles away Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Bullpen Bridge to Burrell's Ford) |
Chattooga River, Jackson County, 5 miles away Class V - 6 miles long (North Carolina 1107 to Bull Pen Bridge) |
Thompson River, Transylvania County, 6 miles away Class IV-V+ - 5.2 miles long (North Route 281 to Lake Jocassee) |
|
| Ski Areas Near Chattooga River - East Fork:
Scaly Mountain, North Carolina
, 17 miles away, 225 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs |
Sky Valley, Georgia
, 20 miles away, 210 foot drop, 2 lifts, 5 runs |
Cataloochee, North Carolina
, 32 miles away, 740 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs |
Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee
, 53 miles away, 600 foot drop, 3 lifts, 8 runs |
Wolf Ridge, North Carolina
, 66 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs |
|
| Hotels Near Chattooga River - East Fork:
Innisfree Bed And Breakfast By, Cashiers
, 7 miles away |
Hampton Inn - Suites Cashiers-Sapphire Valley, Sapphire
, 7 miles away |
Bluegreen Club Lodges Trillium, Ascend Resort Collection, Cashiers
, 10 miles away |
The Park On Main Hotel, Highlands
, 10 miles away |
200 Main, Highlands
, 10 miles away |
|
| Trails Near Chattooga River - East Fork:
Foothills Trail, Oconee
, 1 miles away |
Foothills Trail, Oconee
, 1 miles away |
Winding Stairs Trail, Oconee
, 4 miles away |
Ellicott Rock Trail, Macon
, 5 miles away |
Whiteside Mountain National Recreation Trail, Jackson
, 7 miles away |
|
| Public Lands Near Chattooga River - East Fork:
Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC
, 49 miles away |
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg - TN
, 51 miles away |
Francis Marion-Sumter National Forests, South Carolina
, 7 miles away |
Oconee State Park, South Carolina
, 8 miles away |
Keowee-Toxaway State Park, South Carolina
, 13 miles away |
|
|
|
 |
|