If you had a blast on the Nantahala River and enjoyed all the river adventure-based activities the Smokey Mountain region offers – you and your loved ones are going to have a ball on the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River. Home of the major motion picture and novel, Deliverance, this stretch became popularized post film release and subsequently the first river on the east coast with a Wild and Scenic River designation. For a truly unplugged get-away in nature, spend 48 hours adventuring on the Chattooga River with the following itinerary…
The Chattooga River starts on the slopes of the Appalatian mountains in tiny rivets which eventually coalesce into a 50 mile stretch of rapids that descend a half a mile in elevation before reaching their home in lake Tugaloo. One of the best parts of rafting the Chattooga River is the opportunity to boat a half-day, a full-day or an overnighter. If you choose the half-day you will experience splash and giggle worthy water including the famed Bull Sluice Rapid. For even more jaw dropping action, spend a full day on section III which also includes Bull Sluice Rapid. Finally, for the experienced and adventurous rafter, section IV offers up a tasty drink with three heart-pounding class IV’s over the span of quartermile gorge. The river drops 75 feet as you descend Entrance, Corkscrew, Crack-In-the-Rock, Jawbone and Sock’em Dog Rapids. Whatever section(s) you choose, the Chattooga never disappoints.
Chattooga Ridge Canopy Tours
Grand Old Oak and Maple Trees surround and guide your through carried ecosystems as you glide across the sky on Chattooga Ridge Canopy Tours in South Carolina. Over half a mile of air time, two sky bridges, ten ziplines, many platforms, 4 zip trips across Academy Lake and a 1,200 foot Bell Tower Express (a launch off our 50 foot tower) await at Chattooga Ridge. Zip trip flyers will enjoy the added bonus of colorful and insightful interpretation from two expert canopy guides.
Extracurriculars
Float on to Lake Tagaloo for a SUP or Kayak tour. Totally new to these sports? No worries. Rest assured in the safe hands of an expert guide to teach, entertain and regale you with local’s history and knowledge of the sport and region. Or, check out a high ropes course challenge complete with a rock wall climbing experience.
Long Creek South Carolina Lodging
Chattooga Mountain Cabin
Settle into a cottage, treehouse, or Corkscrew, Jawbone or Mountain Cabins all within walking distance of the Chattooga Adventure Center where all your activities will launch from. Small groups and families in particular will enjoy these vacation luxury accommodations.
We’ll see you on the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River soon. Don’t forget to ask about packages when booking!