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Rapid NC Class IV+

First Drop

American Whitewater 35.1170, -83.2708

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Photo

First Drop
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Description

Go thru a slot over a three foot drop, then take a right over a 6 foot drop that lands on rocks. There is usually a log or two stuck in this one to make it even more interesting.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV+
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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3. Lower - Base of Cullasaja Falls to Peeks Creek Bridge
Cullasaja
IV-V(V+) 1.1 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater