Tennessee whitewater, Pine Creek Scott county, Close to Toonley to Leatherwood Ford section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     1.62 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Tennessee tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Harriman, as you can see on the road map further down. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. Whitewater paddling here in the Cumberland     Plateau Mountains is a great experience. The Close to Toonley to Leatherwood Ford stretch of Pine Creek in Scott County is 1.62 miles long and has been rated as a class IV-V section by American Whitewater. 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. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The natural beauty of Scott County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. This river system has a few good paddling sections   and the Close to Toonley to Leatherwood Ford section is one of them. This is a bit of a short stretch so better bring some good walking shoes. Briefly about the general area: The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Rions Eddy, and going for a hike along the Racoon Loop will let you absorb the natural beauty of this region. Whohoo, so much entertaining stuff in one place! The Cumberland Plateau Mountains is great! A trip to Pine Creek wouldn't be complete without taking a look at O and W Rapids. Jakes Hole is pretty in close proximity to Pine Creek; no need to travel far to stop at interesting stuff like The Narrows. Pine Creek, Close to Toonley to Leatherwood Ford 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 Pine Creek.   Whitewater Near Pine Creek: Cumberland River - Big South Fork, McCreary/Whitley County, 2 miles away       Class II - 12 miles long (Station Camp to Lake Cumberland) Cumberland River - Big South Fork, Scott / Pulaski County, 2 miles away       Class II+(IV) - 19 miles long (Leatherwood Ford to Blue Heron Kentucky) Pine Creek, Scott County, 2 miles away       Class IV-V - 1.62 miles long (Close to Toonley to Leatherwood Ford) Cumberland River - Big South Fork, Scott County, 5 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, 7 miles away       Class II - 7.8 miles long (Zenith Mines to Leatherwood Ford) New River, Scott County, 7 miles away       Class II-III - 8.9 miles long (US 27 Bridge to Clear Fork River) White Oak Creek, Morgan/ Scott/ Fentress County, 8 miles away       Class I-II - 6 miles long (Highway 52 to Clear Fork River) Clear Fork, Scott County, 9 miles away       Class II+ - 10 miles long (Brewster Bridge to Burnt Mill Bridge) White Oak Creek, Morgan/ Scott County, 11 miles away       Class II - 21.3 miles long (Burville Road to Burnt Mill Bridge) Rock Creek, McCreary County, 13 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 6 miles long (White Oak Junction to Big South Fork of Cumberland River)   Ski Areas Near Pine Creek: Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 86 miles away, 600 foot drop, 3 lifts, 8 runs   Hotels Near Pine Creek: Red Roof Inn Whitley City, Whitley City , 19 miles away Monticello Motel, Monticello , 25 miles away Best Western Lake Cumberland Inn, Monticello , 26 miles away Comfort Inn Pioneer, Pioneer , 28 miles away Eagles View BB, Burnside , 29 miles away   Campgrounds Near Pine Creek: Bandy Creek Campground, Scott County, 4 miles away Big South Fork National RiverRA - Station Camp, Elgin, 4 miles away Charit Creek Campground, Scott County, 7 miles away   Trails Near Pine Creek: Racoon Loop, McCreary , 10 miles away Deer Loop, McCreary , 11 miles away Hidden Passage Trail, Pickett , 12 miles away Ladder Trail, Pickett , 12 miles away Island Trail, Pickett , 12 miles away   Public Lands Near Pine Creek: Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, Oneida - TN , 9 miles away Obed Wild & Scenic River, Wartburg - TN , 24 miles away Pickett State Park, Tennessee , 12 miles away Frozen Head State Park, Tennessee , 21 miles away Cumberland Falls State Park, Kentucky , 29 miles away   Golf Courses Near Pine Creek: Town Of Oneida Municipal Golf, Oneida , 8 miles away   Lakes Near Pine Creek Laurel Creek Reservoir, McCreary , 18 miles away