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Playspot SC Class II+

Turtle Head Rock

Chattooga - Section 4 - Route 76 Bridge to Tugaloo Lake Boat Ramp · SC

American Whitewater 34.7772, -83.3227

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Gauge Conditions

Chattooga River near Clayton, GA Upstream Primary
Runnable: 0.9 – 2.5 FT
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Turtle Head Rock
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

At Turtle Head Rock, a prominent midstream boulder creates a surfable wave and lateral hydraulic that offers playboaters a technical challenge at moderate water levels. Paddlers should approach center-right to utilize the wave's sweet spot, watching for potential side-currents and rock interactions that can quickly complicate the line. The feature is most reliable above 1.7 feet, with lower flows diminishing the wave's quality and predictability.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Playspot
Difficulty
Class II+
Mile Marker
3.8 mi
Directions
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Section 4 - Route 76 Bridge to Tugaloo Lake Boat Ramp
Chattooga
II-IV+ 8.4 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater