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Rapid NC Class IV+

Beast

Chattooga - Chattooga Cliffs - Grimshawes Bridge to Bull Pen Bridge (NC)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 350.0 – 1,200.0 CFS

Due to an arbitrary decision by the Forest Service, the river is not boatable unless the river has previously exceeded 350 cfs the same day.

Photo
Beast
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description

Sieve with thin line on left that is blocked with wood (Jan 2019).  There is also a twisty slot move against the right wall.  Easy portage on bedrock around left side.  Often holds wood, no eddy above.  Scout from above Beauty.

Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV+
Mile Marker
1.0 mi
Directions
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Chattooga Cliffs - Grimshawes Bridge to Bull Pen Bridge
Chattooga
IV-V 3.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater