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Rapid NC

Confluence with Bradley Fork

Oconaluftee - 1. Kephart Trail Bridge to Smokemont Campground Bridge · NC

American Whitewater 35.5567, -83.3158

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Gauge Conditions

Oconaluftee River at Birdtown, NC Downstream Primary
Runnable: 0.0 – 1,500.0 CFS

Too Low to Boat (L0-L9)

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Confluence with Bradley Fork
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The Confluence with Bradley Fork marks a complex water transition where the Oconaluftee River merges with Bradley Fork, creating potential turbulence and shifting currents. Paddlers should be prepared for potential hydraulic changes and navigate carefully through the mixing water flows, paying close attention to potential submerged rocks and unpredictable current patterns.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
3.9 mi
Directions
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1. Kephart Trail Bridge to Smokemont Campground Bridge
Oconaluftee
III 4.2 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater