Wildwater Rafting & Zipline Canopy Tours
  • White Water Rafting
      • White Water Rafting

        Plan your fantastic white water rafting trip in the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains. Three completely different rivers and lots of trip options, from ages 7 and up.

        Start exploring your white water rafting adventures here.
          • Chattooga River Rafting
          • Ocoee River Rafting
          • Nantahala River Rafting
          • White Water Rafting FAQ
          • Adventures

          • Adventure Camps and Retreats Chattooga
          • Chattooga Adventures
          • Nantahala Train Adventures
          • Jeep Tour Adventures
    • Zipline Canopy Tours
          • Zipline Canopy Tours

            With 3 full length zipline courses across Georgia & South Carolina, Tennessee and North Carolina, plus a popular KidZip for the youngest flyers, Wildwater has you covered!

            Let’s fly through the trees! Pick your zipline location here.
            • Chattooga Ridge Canopy Tours
            • Ocoee River Canopy Tours
            • Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours
            • Zipline Canopy FAQ
            • Adventures

            • Chattooga Adventures
            • Nantahala Train Adventures
            • Jeep Tour Adventures
      • Lodging
            • Onsite lodging

              Add onsite lodging and walk to your adventures at the Chattooga or Nantahala. Luxury cabins, cool yurts, group lodging and private camping – let’s go!

              Explore your lodging options here.
            • Lodging

            • Chattooga SC Lodging
            • Nantahala NC Lodging
      • Locations
            • 4 States & 3 Adventure Centers

              Look no further for the best adventure locations in the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia & South Carolina. Incredible rafting, ziplining, jeep tours, kayak tours, train rides and lodging are waiting for you!

              Explore your adventure location options here.
            • Chattooga GA/SC
            • Ocoee TN
            • Nantahala NC
            • By State

            • Georgia
            • North Carolina
            • South Carolina
            • Tennessee
      • Groups
            • Adventurous Group Outings!

              Groups love whitewater rafting and adventure with Wildwater! We offer group rates for 10 or more with options for adventure packages, on-site lodging, catering, shuttle services and more. From corporate retreats, youth groups, scouts, family outings, and weddings - Wildwater will plan an event that your group will never forget!

              Explore your Group adventure options here.
            • Families
            • Weddings
            • Adventure Camps & Retreats Chattooga
      • Specials
            • SAVE WITH SPECIALS & PACKAGES!

              See Season Specials! Bundle two or more adventures and save up to 35%. Add lodging and save even more! Raft & Zip are the most popular packages. Ride the white water and then fly through the trees!

              Many more specials and packages are available - Pick yours here.

      Category Archive

      Chattooga River History – How It Became A Wild and Scenic River

      Becky WiseFebruary 16, 2018Chattooga River, feature chattooga raft, News, Wildwater

      Chattooga River Wild and Scenic - Wildwater

      Chattooga River History: Celebrating 44 Years as a National Wild and Scenic River Forty four years ago on May 10, 1974, the Chattooga River was designated as a National Wild and Scenic River.  It was … Read More

      50 Years of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act – What It Means

      Becky WiseFebruary 16, 2018Chattooga River, News

      Chattooga River - Wild and Scenic Ravens Cliff - Wildwater

      50th Anniversary of Wild and Scenic Rivers Act: 1968-2018 In 2018, America celebrates 50 years of setting aside these incredible waterways for the enjoyment of all.  It started with eight rivers in 1968 and today … Read More

      Everything you need to know about the Wild & Scenic Chattooga River in Georgia and South Carolina

      Becky WiseJuly 26, 2017Chattooga River

      Chattooga River Wildwater

      Wild and Scenic Chattooga River There are few experiences as fun as slipping into the current of a classic river run.  Whether you’re into frothing white water or tempting wild trout with a well-placed fly, … Read More

      The Chattooga River, the Crown Jewel of Southern Whitewater Rivers

      Becky WiseMarch 6, 2017Chattooga River, White Water Rafting, Wildwater

      Picture yourself on one of the wildest and most beautiful whitewater rivers in the country.  The Chattooga River, also know as the Crown Jewel of Southeastern whitewater, was the first river in the Southeast to … Read More

      Meet Chattooga Team Members Hunter & Amy!

      Becky WiseJuly 8, 2016Chattooga River, White Water Rafting, Ziplines Canopy Tours

      We have many great Team Members.  We recently sat down with our Chattooga River Manager, Hunter Hamm, and our Chattooga Canopy Manager, Amy Bolton, to see what brought them to Wildwater, what challenges they face … Read More

      Boredom Busters for Kids in the Chattooga Area!

      Becky WiseJuly 8, 2016Chattooga River, Wildwater

      white water rafting - Blue Ridge mountains - Wildwater

      Summer is flying by and will be over before you know it!  If you are looking for things to do with your kids while visiting Wildwater Chattooga, here is a list of some fun, cool … Read More

      Wildwater Chattooga Area Bucket List

      Becky WiseFebruary 12, 2016Chattooga River, White Water Rafting, Wildwater, Ziplines Canopy Tours

      Most people have a bucket list of places they would like to visit and/or things they would like to do, but sometimes we get so fixated on the specific item on the list that we … Read More

      48 Years of Adventures at Wildwater Chattooga!

      Becky WiseJuly 9, 2015Chattooga River, feature chattooga zip, White Water Rafting, Ziplines Canopy Tours

      As the oldest adventure company in the Southeast, Wildwater is celebrating its 48th season and the Chattooga is where Wildwater first opened their doors in 1971.  Our park-like Chattooga facility is incomparable, with canopy tours, … Read More

      Discover the Wildwater Difference

      Becky WiseApril 16, 2015Chattooga River, Groups, Nantahala, White Water Rafting, Wildwater, Ziplines Canopy Tours

      Multiple times a year I find myself around a campfire with people I did not know the day before.  That is the life of a group coordinator with Wildwater.  From the first call, to your … Read More

      Corporate Team Building

      Becky WiseApril 3, 2015Chattooga River, feature chattooga adventures, Wildwater

      Patient, Compassionate, and Safety First! Have you wanted to incorporate a team building program that provides fun, motivation, trust and communication in a safe environment for your TEAM?  Wildwater Chattooga is your place! Team Building- … Read More

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