HALF-DAY MIDDLE OCOEE RIVER RAFTING
This adventurous trip will have you rafting on the most-visited whitewater river in the United States! You’ll cruise down the scenic Ocoee River while conquering thrilling rapids like Accelerator, Hell’s Hole, Diamond Splitter and many more.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
TRIP DETAILS
WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR CHATTANOOGA RAFTING ADVENTURE
Expect to be expertly navigated through the country’s most popular rafting course! With over 20 Class III and IV rapids on offer, this tour is the most exhilarating way to experience the beautiful Cherokee National Forest and its surroundings. Throughout the day you’ll work with your fellow rafters and guide to tackle some of the course’s most famous rapids including Accelerator, Double Trouble and Tablesaw. Join us for an unforgettable outdoor adventure for the whole family!
WHAT WE’LL COVER
After meeting and getting all the Waivers signed we’ll board the bus for the short journey to our start location. Next our experienced guides will deliver a full safety briefing. You’ll get all your rafting gear and have a chance to ask any questions you might have.
TAKE ON YOUR FIRST RAPID!
Once you’ve taken a few minutes to practice what you’ve learnt, it’s time to start rafting! The Middle Ocoee is continuous Class III/IV whitewater and it offers lots of places to ‘surf’ and ‘play’. Grumpy’s Ledge will be the first rapid for you to take on!
HEADING TO DOUBLE TROUBLE
Next up we’ll hit Washing Machine and Moonshoot. Then it’s onto Double Suck which has the tallest ledge of the tour, a six foot slide with an awesome hole at the bottom. Be prepared to get wet here and don’t forget to smile for the camera! Next up it’s Double Trouble the best play spot on the river.
A DIP IN THE DOLDRUMS
As you pass through the Doldrums, the rapids become more gentle. If the weather is good, it makes it the perfect place to have a swim. It’s also a great chance to learn more about the history of the Ocoee River gorge and the unique TVA system of dams.
DOWN TO TABLESAW!
The excitement continues when we hit Tablesaw! By this point, your group will have mastered teamwork when taking on the rapids and you’ll be ready to smash through the waters. This is the course’s longest and most formidable rapid. Expect big waves and frenzied currents before floating down to the infamous Diamond Splitter. Be prepared for a drenching!
BACK TO BASE
Once you’ve tackled all the awesome rapids we’ll get you onto dry land and transport you back to The Outpost. Here, we have hot showers for you to freshen up and you’ll be able to see the professional photos of your Cascade Outdoors trip. We also have a plenty of picnic tables where you can enjoy a post-rafting lunch and get busy planning your next tour!
OUR GUIDES
Your safety is our number one priority. We pride ourselves on having the best, expertly trained guides on the river to ensure you feel prepared and secure on the water.
• All our guides have been personally scouted by Kip who has over 20 years rafting experience and has even competed in World Championships!
• Cascade Outdoors’ guides have all completed a state-approved Advanced First Aid, CPR & Wilderness First Responder training course.
• During your safety briefing our guides will cover important aspects of rafting including how to stay in the raft, paddle strokes and commands and what to do if you fall out the raft.
• Our guides are passionate about rafting and will be happy to customize your trip should you want to take on more challenges or take it a little bit easier.
• All our guides have had experience on whitewater since at least 2011 and have tackled rivers all over the world. They will always be prepared for whatever the Ocoee River or the weather may throw at us!
• Requests for specific guides are welcome. We will do our best to accommodate these where possible. Learn more about our guides here.