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Hazard SC Class V

Kayak Killer

American Whitewater 34.9696, -82.8565

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Photo

Kayak Killer
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

At high water this rapid is a real class V drop with almost half the river going up into a big undercut on river left and then flowing into a huge hole.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Hazard
Difficulty
Class V
Mile Marker
1.0 mi
Directions
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Mill Creek to Dug Mountain Access
Eastatoe Creek -2, Lower Gorge
II-III(V) 2.8 mi
Hazard — Exercise extreme caution. Portage recommended — scout before running.

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater