South Carolina whitewater, Jimmies Creek Spartanburg county, I-26 to Tyger River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-III     6 miles   The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that quite a few of the sections in this state are pretty easy. The I-26 to Tyger River section of Jimmies Creek in South Carolina is 6 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-III section. There are campgrounds quite near the river where     you can camp. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good spots for that around here. The scenic beauty of Spartanburg County and the water flowing gracefully down Jimmies Creek have people coming here. The put-in is not too far from Spartanburg, as you can see on the road map further down. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people   coming here. The I-26 to Tyger River section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. Briefly about the general area: People from Enoree love to come to Jimmies Creek, and Jimmies Creek is in close proximity to Croft State Park which is a lovely spot. High temperatures at Jimmies Creek through the summertime months are in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures dip down into the 60's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 50's while Jimmies Creek night low temperatures throughout the wintertime are in the 20's. Jimmies Creek is a rather wet place mostly with a good deal of precipitation. Jimmies Creek, I-26 to Tyger 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 Jimmies Creek.   Whitewater Near Jimmies Creek: Jimmies Creek, Spartanburg County, 3 miles away       Class I-III - 6 miles long (I-26 to Tyger River) North Tyger River, Spartanburg County, 4 miles away       Class II-III - 3 miles long (Route 231 to South Tyger River) North Tyger River, Spartanburg County, 5 miles away       Class II(III) - 6 miles long (Route 231 to Route 113) Cedar Shoals Creek, Spartanburg County, 6 miles away       Class II-III - 2.5 miles long (New Hope Church Road to Horseshoe Falls Road) Warrior Creek, Laurens County, 7 miles away       Class II(IV) - 0.5 miles long (South Carolina 49 to Enoree River) Enoree River, Spartanburg/ Laurens border County, 7 miles away       Class II+ - 6.5 miles long (South Carolina Route 49 to South Carolina Route 56) Lawsons Fork Creek, Spartanburg County, 14 miles away       Class I-III - 3.75 miles long (Glendale to Goldmine Road) Pacolet, Spartanburg County, 16 miles away       Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Clifton II to Lawson's Fork) South Tyger River, Spartanburg County, 16 miles away       Class -blank- - 4.5 miles long (Berrys Mill Pond to South Carolina Route 417) South Tyger River, Spartanburg County, 18 miles away       Class II-III - 10 miles long (Route 86 to Route 113)   Ski Areas Near Jimmies Creek: Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 80 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 8 lifts, 20 runs Hawksnest, North Carolina , 81 miles away, 619 foot drop, 4 lifts, 12 runs Wolf Ridge, North Carolina , 81 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs Ski Beech, North Carolina , 83 miles away, 830 foot drop, 10 lifts, 15 runs Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 84 miles away, 365 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Cataloochee, North Carolina , 94 miles away, 740 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 98 miles away, 225 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs   Hotels Near Jimmies Creek: Budget Lodge, Laurens , 12 miles away Sleep Inn Spartanburg, Spartanburg , 12 miles away Super 8 Spartanburg/I-26 Exit 22, Spartanburg , 13 miles away Comfort Suites Clinton, Clinton , 13 miles away Quality Inn Clinton, Clinton , 13 miles away   Campgrounds Near Jimmies Creek: Pine Ridge Campground, Roebuck, 7 miles away Croft state Natural Area, Spartanburg, 9 miles away Musgrove Mill state Historic Site, Clinton, 10 miles away   Public Lands Near Jimmies Creek: Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville - NC , 67 miles away Croft State Park, South Carolina , 10 miles away Lake Greenwood State Park, South Carolina , 30 miles away Paris Mountain State Park, South Carolina , 35 miles away   Golf Courses Near Jimmies Creek: Musgrove Mill Golf Club, Clinton , 9 miles away Carolina Country Club, Spartanburg , 9 miles away The Creek Golf Club, Spartanburg , 11 miles away   Lakes Near Jimmies Creek Twin Lakes, Spartanburg , 12 miles away Silver Lake, Spartanburg , 16 miles away