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Access Site NC

Short Put In

Courthouse Creek

Source: american_whitewater Updated 6 months ago
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City: NC
County: Transylvania
Type: Whitewater Access
Location: 35.26507900, -82.88871000
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Location

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Nearby Gauge Conditions
French Broad River at Rosman, NC 9.1 mi away
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Davidson River near Brevard, NC 10.4 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services

Whitewater Run

IV(V+) Courthouse Creek - Trailhead to NF French Broad
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Current Conditions

Whitewater Runs on Courthouse Creek

1 run

Difficulty Classes

I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
IV(V+) Put-in at this location Trailhead to NF French Broad
2.3 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Short Put In is a whitewater access point on Courthouse Creek in Transylvania County, North Carolina. This site serves as an entry point for paddlers looking to access the creek's whitewater sections. The location is situated in the western North Carolina region known for its scenic waterways and outdoor recreation opportunities. Given the whitewater classification and creek setting, this access point is primarily suited for kayakers and canoeists seeking a more technical paddling experience rather than leisurely flatwater paddling.