Can you kayak the Ocoee River?
The Middle Ocoee is the most popular section of the river and run of choice for thousands of rafters and kayakers each year. This section boasts 5 miles of nearly continuous Class III-IV whitewater including several surf-worthy hydraulics and kayak play spots like Washing Machine, Double Suck, Flipper and Hell’s Hole. The Ocoee River can be an exciting place to swim, but you should always put your safety first. It’s crucial to review the water’s current conditions and levels before diving in. It’s important to be informed because the river’s flow might alter, especially during sudden water spikes.Is whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River safe for beginners? Yes. Our rafting guides will ensure that you stay safe and have fun even if you’re a beginner. We recommend checking out our Middle Ocoee trip.The Middle Ocoee River has over 20 rapids with Grumpy’s, Double Trouble and Table Saw being a few of them. The average time for this trip is 3 hours. This includes checking in at your trip time, getting gear, the safety briefing, transportation to and from the river, and approximately 1 ½ hours on the water.Visitors are able to enjoy a wonderful day in the water at Ocoee River State Park and the surrounding areas. Please note that swimming is only permitted on the Upper and Middle Ocoee when the dams are not in active release, and visitors are highly encouraged to use personal flotation devices.
How difficult is the Ocoee River?
To determine the Ocoee River level we use the International Scale of River Difficulty which uses a Class I -VI system. The Ocoee has two sections of river used for whitewater rafting. The Upper Section and the Middle Section. Both sections have class III and class IV rapids. Neither the Upper nor the Middle Ocoee sections are better than the other and, if possible, you should opt to raft both Ocoee sections! They both take in exhilarating Class II to IV rapids, with the main difference being that those on the Upper Ocoee are bigger.
What movie was filmed on the Ocoee River?
What movie was filmed on the Ocoee River? The 2017 American crime thriller Blood Money was filmed in part on the Ocoee River in Tennessee. Read our articles about filming the movie on the Ocoee. Ocoee River in Polk County, Tennessee.