Tennessee whitewater, Little Emory River Morgan county, Ford Close to Right Fork to Kring Hollow Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     4 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Tennessee is often more difficult than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. The starting location is a short drive from Harriman, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The nature scenery of Morgan County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. The beauty of the Cumberland Plateau Mountains is a great     plus for this river. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling spots. The Ford Close to Right Fork to Kring Hollow Road section of Little Emory River in Morgan County is 4 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. This stretch has has enough mileage, suitable for an afternoon trip. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but if you don’t   have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. Briefly about the general area: Little Emory River is in close proximity to Walls Hollow which is undeniably worth visiting. A great site like Frozen Head State Park in close proximity to Little Emory River is too fine to leave out, and you'll in all probability meet some folks from Petros here. This river is so wonderful. A trip to Little Emory River wouldn't be complete without taking a look at McGee Spring. Obed Wild & Scenic River is a splendid local destination here at Little Emory River. Little Emory River is a quite wet place usually with a large amount of precipitation. Little Emory River, Ford Close to Right Fork to Kring Hollow Road 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 Little Emory River.   Whitewater Near Little Emory River: Little Emory River, Morgan County, 2 miles away       Class II-III - 4 miles long (Ford Close to Right Fork to Kring Hollow Road) Crooked Fork Creek, Morgan County, 8 miles away       Class IV-V - 2 miles long (US 27 to Potter's Falls) Crooked Fork Creek, Morgan County, 9 miles away       Class III-IV - 6.2 miles long (Potter's Falls to Camp Austin) Emory River, Morgan County, 10 miles away       Class II-IV - 6.5 miles long (Coal loading facility at base of Ligias Ridge to Gobey Bridge) Emory River, Morgan County, 13 miles away       Class II-III - 7 miles long (Emory River Canyon - Highway 62 to Nemo) Emory River, Morgan County, 15 miles away       Class II-IV - 21.2 miles long (Gobey Bridge to Oakdale) Island Creek, Morgan County, 15 miles away       Class III-IV+ - 2 miles long (Catoosa Bridge to Emory River) Obed River, Cumberland/ Morgan County, 15 miles away       Class I-III - 7 miles long (Nemo to Oakdale) Island Creek, Morgan County, 18 miles away       Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Catoosa Road to Catoosa Bridge) Crab Orchard Creek, Morgan County, 18 miles away       Class II-IV - 13.5 miles long (Flat Rock Ford to Oakdale)   Ski Areas Near Little Emory River: Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 64 miles away, 600 foot drop, 3 lifts, 8 runs Sky Valley, Georgia , 95 miles away, 210 foot drop, 2 lifts, 5 runs Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 97 miles away, 225 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs Cataloochee, North Carolina , 98 miles away, 740 foot drop, 4 lifts, 10 runs   Marinas Near Little Emory River: Kingston KOA Kampground and Marina, Kingston , 13 miles away Harbour Point Marina, Rockwood , 20 miles away Bayside Marina & Resort, Ten Mile , 20 miles away   Hotels Near Little Emory River: Super 8 Kingston, Kingston , 8 miles away Days Inn Harriman, Harriman , 10 miles away Baymont Inn & Suites Harriman, Harriman , 11 miles away Travelodge Harriman, Harriman , 11 miles away Comfort Inn Harriman, Harriman , 11 miles away   Campgrounds Near Little Emory River: Four Seasons Campground, Kingston, 7 miles away Frozen Head State Park, Petros, 8 miles away Helton's RV Park and Campground, Oliver Springs, 9 miles away   Public Lands Near Little Emory River: Obed Wild & Scenic River, Wartburg - TN , 11 miles away Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, Oneida - TN , 28 miles away Frozen Head State Park, Tennessee , 10 miles away Cove Lake State Park, Tennessee , 25 miles away Fort Loudoun State Park, Tennessee , 28 miles away   Golf Courses Near Little Emory River: Emory Golf & Country Club, Harriman , 9 miles away Lakeside Golf Course, Kingston , 9 miles away Southwest Point Golf Course, Kingston , 9 miles away   Lakes Near Little Emory River Melton Hill Lake, Loudon , 13 miles away Fort Loudoun Lake, Loudon , 19 miles away