I have never been white water rafting, cause it looked too much like work for me to think that it was entertainment. The ocoee whitewater rafting full river trip best rafting trip in the southeast. Authorities say two women have died in two days while rafting on the ocoee river in tennessee. The middle ocoee river is half a day of tennessee white water rafting fun for individuals, families, and groups. Join a nantahala rafting trip, whitewater on the ocoee or tube the toccoa. Our white water rafting ocoee outpost is conveniently located within an easy drive of atlanta, knoxville, birmingham, nashville and chattanooga. Dont miss out on a real adventure, white water rafting tennessee. Nicknamed the roller coaster of the south, the ocoee, roughly 100 miles north of atlanta, is a popular whitewater destination for adventurous georgians. To save time you can download an ocoee rafting waiver here, sign it, and. Jun 07, 2016 carnage video featuring clips of white water rafting on the upper ocoee, middle ocoee and olympic section.
Jun 06, 2019 a 15year agreement between the tva and the state to ensure the ocoee river is managed and stays clean allows for the 23 companies that take tourists on white water rafting adventures grows. The ocoee river is one of americas most popular white water rafting destinations for good reason. As the oldest company on the ocoee river, we would like to welcome you to miles of challenging and exciting class iii and iv whitewater. Our competitive edge lies in a passion for safety, superior customer service and building longstanding relationships with satisfied guests. This river winds through the cherokee national forest and a picturesque gorge. This course was previously tackled by competitors in the 1996 atlanta summer olympics. This trip is only available on saturdays and sundays mid may through mid september. Outrageous ocoee river most popular whitewater rafting trip. A full day of action packed white water adventure with both the upper ocoee and the popular middle ocoee. This full day trip is an excellent choice for those looking for a full day of ocoee river white water rafting. We love working with families, youth groups and corporate outings.
Wake the next morning and head for the ocoee for an exhilarating ride down the river. Full ocoee river rafting trips raft both upper and middle sections of ocoee river, lunch icluded. Ocoee river rafting adventures with tennessees most experienced ocoee and hiwassee rafting company since 1977. Whitewater rafting carnage on ocoee river w class iv. This creates the possibility of 3 types of rafting trips. Tour companies here have a great deal of experience, many of them in operation for over 30 years. This experience includes 2 hours on the water, total trip time approximately 4 hours. Joe ballent found the river, or it found him when he was only 16. In the spring and fall, it is common for tour companies to operate only on the weekends, so plan ahead. Take virtual rafting trips with paddleman and experience the ocoee river rapids even before you visit the river. Tennessees ocoee river has long been revered as a worldclass white water rafting site, but the excitement was heightened when the river was chosen as the. Gatlinburg whitewater rafting the smoky mountains are. During a tour you will see plenty of wildlife and scenery in addition to the excitement of the white water.
Ocoee river rafting whitewater rafting adventure with oar. Join us on a whitewater rafting adventure down the ocoee river. The arkansas river has the best beginner rafting in colorado, so get. This section of river is now the most popular whitewater adventure in the nation. For gopro generation 3 or later, a compatible smartphone app is now available. We offer whitewater rafting on the ocoee and hiwassee rivers, caving, climbing, sea kayaking and a place to stay at the end of the night in our cabins or campgrounds. Ocoee river rafting w carolina ocoee white water rafting. Ocoee river whitewater rafting in tennessee with ocoee. Ocoee river whitewater rafting in tennessee outland expeditions. It offers a great opportunity for groups of all kinds to experience the unique camaraderie that develops on a river rafting trip. He began guiding with holiday in 2008 and has enjoyed the unique privilege of getting involved with holidays youth trips, including the university of utah hospital burn camp program.
Chattanooga whitewater rafting trips cascade outdoors. Middle ocoee whitewater trips started in the late 1970s when the tva flume line became unable to carry water to generate power. Our most popular trip is the classic middle section of the ocoee river. Ocoee river rafting whitewater rafting in tennessee. Pass the ocoee river and continue 12 miles past lake ocoee, rural farmland and the lower ocoee river. With damcontrolled releases providing exciting white water all season, we promise you exciting class iii and iv whitewater throughout the ocoee river whitewater rafting season. River rafting is a fun, challenging and often hilarious experience all in the midst of the incredible outdoors.
Book your trip today through our online reservation system or call us directly at 800 8271442 for more information. From beginning to end, the ocoee river will get you soaked, smiling and laughing. Share an outing that will reach beyond your expectations. Colorado whitewater rafting may september river runners. Located just north of georgia in eastern tennessee the ocoee river is the perfect white water rafting option for the atlanta area, with two great sections to raft the middle ocoee has fast moving class iiiiv white water packed with over twenty. Play white water rafting paddle down the unpredictable white water rivers. This section of river is dewatered all but 34 days per year, so theres a.
Tumbling through a spectacular scenic gorge in the cherokee national forest, the middle ocoee plunges 269 feet over five miles. Everyone, including scouts and camps with teens, love this roller coaster stretch of river where your guide will steer you through an unbroken run of class iii and iv rapids like grumpys, double trouble and table saw. Since 1976 ocoee rafting has welcomed you to miles of challenging and exciting class iii and iv rapids on one of the countrys premier rivers. This is a very short film ive been working on for the past few days. Whitewater rafting on the ocoee river is one of the most popular whitewater rafting trips in the world, with hundreds of thousands of people safely negotiating the class iii class iv rapids every year. Experience whitewater rafting, kayaking, tubing, offroading, camping, dining and more. Ocoee rafting is the oldest outfitter and the prefered company on the ocoee river, providing guided whitewater rafting adventures for 35 years.
Whitewater rafting trip down ocoee river in tennessee. Ocoee whitewater rafting, ocoee river rafting, ducktown tn. Rafting trips are available on saturdays and sundays only in the spring and fall april, may, september and october and five days per week in june, july, and august all days except tuesdays and wednesdays. During the summer months, when the water is warmest, tours are most frequent and operate on weekdays as well as weekends. The ocoee river offers an unparalleled experience of the river for groups of all. Find 30 top white water rafting stock video, broll and other hd footage from istock. No experience is necessary, so get ready to rock the rapids. White water rafting on the ocoee river raft one rafting outfitters. Ocoee adventure center is the perfect family, church or corporate excursion for fun, excitement, team building, and memories that will last forever.
If youre a thrill seeker looking for a truly original rafting experience, our full day tour is for you. Ocoee river rafting ocoee white water rafting trips. Whitewater rafting on ocoee river outdoor adventure rafting. Each year, thousands of adventure seekers travel to the ocoee river for various excursions on the river and for outdoor activities the surrounding mountain area. This is classic tennessee white water rafting at its finest, including 10 miles of raging rapids to wet your appetite. Ocoee white water rafting raft1 white water outfitters in. Memories of a trip through the states, summer 11 this video shows how much fun we had on the ocoee with cherokee rafting. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. Raft ones ocoee river white water rafting trips emanate from ducktown, tn, nestled just miles away from chattanooga, tn. The upper ocoee is highlighted by a wild ride through the whitewater course.
Crash through waves while you laugh, smile and scream your way into an exhilarating, memorable, yet safe experience. Maybe while a younger member of your family takes the camera on an. The perfect summer trip for you, firsttimers, friends, families or groups. Experience an ocoee river whitewater trip with friends and family. Our answer is double trouble twice down the river in one day. Just past cartersville, take exit 293 onto us 411 north. With exciting classiii and iv rapids, whitewater rafting in tennessee begins right here, in gatlinburg. Ocoee white water rafting raft1 white water outfitters. White water rafting on the ocoee river raft one rafting. May 23, 2010 360 video whitewater rafting in big water 47,000 cfs. Choose from 2 of our exciting ocoee based rafting trips near chattanooga, knoxville and ducktown, tn. Most of the footage was shot at the ocoee river in tennessee during the summer.
This section of the river offers one of the most exciting rides in the ocoee river, highlighted by the last two rapids. Free to download, the gopro app wirelessly links to your device after you set up a password. The ocoee river rafting is one of the most popular whitewater rafting trips in the u. I also wanted to keep it under 2 minutes, as it has been suggested that my videos are too long. The upper ocoee is highlighted by a wild ride through the whitewater course used in the 1996 olympic games. Great video footage that you wont find anywhere else. Cherokee rafting on the ocoee river tennessee river valley. Whitewater rafting trip down ocoee river in tennessee with adventures unlimited. This video is about tn, vegetation, white water rafting. This is the whole enchilada of the ocoee rafting world. Second drowning in two weeks on popular ocoee river. Carnage video featuring clips of white water rafting on the upper ocoee, middle ocoee and olympic section. Jun 19, 2017 whitewater rafting on the ocoee river in eastern tn with.
You can rely on the ocoee to provide world class white water fun for your whole group. The following video will give you an idea of what its like to arrive and check in at. Located just north of georgia in eastern tennessee the ocoee river is the perfect white water rafting option for the atlanta area, with two great sections to raft. Enjoy ten miles on one of natures best white water roller coasters.
The vast majority of rafts do not fail or encounter any carnage. Experience the best whitewater rafting in tennessee. See photos and video of secret falls near highlands, north carolina, a waterfall in. The outrageous ocoee river let us take you on the most popular whitewater rafting trip in the country.
Jul 24, 2018 ocoee class v rafting with outdoor adventures is absolutely the most extreme whitewater rafting trip out there. White water rafting tennessee summers perfect trip rafting. Its a thrill a minute when youre white water rafting on the ocoee river in tennessee. Cherokee rafting was founded in 1978 on the ocoee river and has grown into one of the top preferred and most respected white water rafting companies in the country. We are a professional river outfitter with over 30.
Ocoee river rafting serves up big waves and continuous action making it the most popular white water river in the country. It offers offers the most continuous stretch of class iiiiv rapids in the country. About ocoee river whitewater rafting with cherokee rafting. Combine the upper and middle ocoee river sections for a full day of adventure, including 6 hours on the water and more than 20 rapids. Get your team aligned with all the tools you need on one secure, reliable video platform. An ocoee river whitewater rafting trip provides 5 miles of exciting class iii and iv rapids.
Its known for nearlycontinuous stretches of the big, powerful rapids, with reliable and warm water levels released by the tva from upstream dams. Before you reserve your ocoee river rafting trip with outland expeditions, please make sure all the members of your party have a clean bill of health. Ocoee river videos archives ocoee adventure center rafting. High country adventures is your one stop place for fun, family adventure in the southeast. Known for its big waves, warm water and continuous action. Person traversing the river rapids in a kayak free stock.
I worked really hard this time in trying to come up with storyline with the footage i had. Enjoy the excitement of ocoee river rafting and the beauty of tennessees cherokee national forest. White water rafting stock videos and royaltyfree footage istock. With several regional rivers just minutes away, gatlinburg is a great place for whitewater rafting. Tackle fun and splashy rapids as you are expertly guided down the river by one of our experienced. Ranked one of the top rivers for whitewater rafting you will not want to miss out on the middle ocoee trip. Ocoee class v rafting with outdoor adventures is absolutely the most extreme whitewater rafting trip out there. The ocoee is located in east tennessee, and flows through the cherokee national forest. Ocoee white water rafting trips typically take place from april through the beginning of october. I m making a little departure from recipes today because i just have to tell you about last weekend. The ocoee river offers world class whitewater rafting on class 3 and 4 rapids. Beyond adventure, ocoee rafting trips also deliver on scenery. It was filmed in tennessee for the most part, but includes footage from georgia and north carolina, usa.
Ten miles of everything both the upper ocoee and middle ocoee have to offer plus a break for a great riverside lunch midway down the river. Montage of the outdoor adventure clubs whitewater rafting trip down the ocoee river in cleveland, tn. Gatlinburg whitewater rafting the smoky mountains are calling. A 15year agreement between the tva and the state to ensure the ocoee river is managed and stays clean allows for the 23 companies that take tourists on white water rafting adventures grows. Whichever trip you choose, we guarantee that youll have an unforgettable adventure. The excitement of the ocoee seems to end all too quickly. The ocoee river has 2 white water rafting sections. Choose from four colorado whitewater rafting locations spanning more than 100 miles of the arkansas river.
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Come experience what has been called the greatest whitewater center in the world. We are located just 1 hour east of chattanooga and 2. To be eligible for an ocoee class v trip, you must qualify during a regular oar ocoee full river, upper ocoee, or middle ocoee rafting trip. At cascade outdoors we offer two amazing rafting experiences.
Ocoee river rafting trips ocoee whitewater perfection. Ocoee whitewater with noc is tennessee rafting at its best. Due to the limited availability this ocoee rafting trip fills fast. Checking in for your ocoee rafting trip raft one ocoee river. Everyone, including scouts and camps with teens, love this roller coaster stretch of river where your guide will steer you through an unbroken run of class iii. About half way down, the ocoee river narrows into the olympic white water competition course.
The water was diverted back into the river bed creating a new whitewater adventure. Our ocoee combo trip starts on the upper ocoee river with awesome class vi whitewater. Join us for a halfday or full day trip where youll try your hand at rafting down the most popular whitewater rafting course in the united states. As well as the exciting five miles of whitewater on the halfday tour, join us in taking on the olympic course. Youll experience the anticipation, splash through waves of excitement, create giant smiles and laughter. Middle ocoee whitewater rafting trips quest expeditions. Well start you off in the remote gorge near ocoee dam no. Trips begin at our ocoee river outpost located in ducktown, tennessee.
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