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Rapid TN Class II

Redbanks Rapid

Nolichucky River - 2. Nolichucky Gorge Campground to Sawmill (TN)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 900.0 – 4,500.0 CFS
Photo
Redbanks Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Redbanks Rapid features a series of small ledge drops with multiple channels that require precise navigation between rocks and pour-overs. Paddlers should focus on maintaining momentum through the technical midsection and be prepared to make quick line adjustments to avoid potential pinning spots on the scattered midstream boulders. At lower water levels, the rapid demands careful boat positioning and can present tight squeeze points between rock formations.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
2.2 mi
Directions
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2. Nolichucky Gorge Campground to Sawmill
Nolichucky River
I-II(III) 5.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater