White Water Outfitters and Ocoee River Water Release Schedule

White water adventure is abundant throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains.  Check out the White Water Rivers in the North Georgia Mountains, Western North Carolina, South Carolina Up Country and the Tennessee River Valley and Mountains. Read the stories below and check out the excitement White Water Rafting has to offer.

The Ocoee River is famous for the site of the 1996 Olympic white water events. Take a trip down the Ocoee River where many world wide famous olympic gold medallists kayaked thru this white water waves. Stop by the Ocoee River White Water Center.

The middle section of the Ocoee River is a class III-IV river, with the entrance rapid Grumpy's, a class IV rapid, instantly as soon as you get in the river, you will be on your way to a very adventurous ride. The upper section of the Ocoee River (the 1996 olympic section) is a class IV -V. With over a mile of contentions rapids thru the Olympic Section you will experience first hand what the boaters come back year after year for. Both sections of the Ocoee River is suitable for any one 12 or older.

The Nantahala River sits in one of the most beautiful gorges in Western North Carolina. Enjoy a more peaceful ride thru the gorge while observing the pristine beauty. On the Nantahala River you have 2 options, you can get a guided boat, or you can "Tote and Float", an option that many take to guide the river their self. The Nantahala River is suitable for anyone over 60 pounds.

White Water Rivers and Creeks in the North Georgia Mountains, Western North Carolina, Tennessee River Valley and Mountains, and Up Country South Carolina.

Use the links below to book a white water rafting trip, rent a boat, a canoe, a kayak or a funyak, or find lodging. Read the Highlander stories about White Water Adventure.

2008 Ocoee Water Release Schedules

Middle Ocoee #2	Upper Ocoee #3
March
April
May	May
June	June
July	July
August	August
September	September
October
November

The Ocoee River is often described as the roller coaster of the southeast. Come experience what has been called the greatest whitewater center in the world. Professional river outfitter with over 30 years experience. Our safety record is unsurpassed in the industry. We believe our staff is simply the best in the business. Guides are chosen for their character and enthusiasm for sharing the outdoors with you.

White Water Rafting on the Ocoee and Nantahla Rivers • Horseback Riding • High and Low Ropes Course • Giant Swing • Caving • Paintball • Mountain Biking • Camping & Cabin Rentals. Catch the surge and ride the rapids on the exciting Ocoee River in Tennessee or North Carolina's Nantahala River for an experience you won't forget. Challenge your skills on the high ropes just for the thrill. Sit tall in the saddle for a leisure ride through the beautiful scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Camp out or stay in log cabins while letting the kids sleep in groups in one of several bunkhouse's. We will help you create a custom retreat for you or your group.

Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters is a high adventure Christian Wilderness camp on the cutting edge of student ministry. Our ten week summer program runs Monday through Saturday from the first week of June through the first week of August. One price covers all: lodging, delicious food, wild recreations, awesome worship services, breakout sessions, and the option  of a thrilling whitewater rafting trip down the Nantahala River.