Ocoee River Rafting
Best Whitewater Rafting in Tennessee!
6501 Waterlevel Hwy. SE
Cleveland, TN 37323
Ocoee River Whitewater Rafting
Choose from Tennessee’s best whitewater rafting trips!
In 1977 Ocoee water releases began and Whitewater Rafting started
The Ocoee River’s water flow is controlled by dams operated by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Two of these were built in the 1910s, along with a historic wooden flume that once diverted the Ocoee waters into powerhouses. In 1976, this flume was shut down and the world-class whitewater was returned to the Ocoee River. It was then that thrill-seekers and weekend rafters flocked to the river just like they do today!
What Whitewater Rafting on Ocoee River?
In 1996 a section of the Upper Ocoee was selected as the location for the Summer Olympic Games! Dubbed the Olympic Course, this section now forms part of the Upper Ocoee’s five-mile stretch. So, if you’re looking to enjoy some rapids just like Olympians, Outland Expeditions is the preferred outfitter on the Ocoee River. Don’t take our word for it, check out our reviews!
The Ocoee Rivers Most Popular Section?
The Middle Ocoee River! Most tourists and visitors to the regions paddle the Middle section as a half-day trip or combine it as a full Ocoee River experience. The “Full Ocoee Experience” is both the Upper and Middle river trips in one adventure!
Middle Ocoee vs Upper Ocoee?
We say do both! But for a quick reference, the Upper Ocoee is known for its big whitewater and home to the Olympic Course. The more popular Middle Ocoee has continuous splashy rapids. You can learn more by visiting the trip page for each section or by learning more here: Upper vs. Middle Ocoee. Also, no matter which trip you choose, you will have an experienced Outland raft guide leading the way. Of course, we are here to help and answer any of your questions. Enjoy our website, strap in and get ready for an Ocoee River whitewater rafting adventure of a lifetime!
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Middle Ocoee River
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Upper Ocoee River
Iconic Olympic Run
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Hidden Gem of White Water
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Ocoee River Rafting: Outland Expeditions
The Ocoee River carves its way through the Appalachian Mountains in Tennessee. It descends from the mountains of north Georgia into the dramatic Ocoee River Gorge and Lake Ocoee Reservoir. Also, with put-ins short drives from Atlanta, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. The Ocoee River is ready for visitors of all abilities and experiences.
What is Ocoee River Rafting
Ocoee River rafting is known as the best whitewater rafting in Tennessee. Outland offers Ocoee rafting trips on two outstanding sections of the Ocoee River. The middle Ocoee has the most rapids per mile out of any river in the US and earned the title of “Americas most popular river trip” with five miles of continuous rapids.
Also, the upper Ocoee includes 5 miles of class IV rapids and the 1996 Olympic whitewater course. Additionally, you can combine the middle and upper Ocoee and do the full Ocoee river. The Ocoee Full river trip include both sections of the Ocoee and comes with a grilled riverside lunch. With over 10 incredible miles of continuous class III and IV rapids, we invite you to join us on Americas most popular river trip in Tennessee.
Who Goes Whitewater Rafting
Anyone that has the desire can go whitewater rafting, that is in good physical condition. Kids as young as twelve and seniors as old as eighty often take part in rafting adventures. We love working with families, youth groups and corporate team building outings.
When to go Whitewater Rafting
The Ocoee Rafting season begins in March and lasts until the end of October. Additionally, because the Ocoee River is dam controlled, the rapid are always guaranteed.
Whitewater Rafting Safety
Above all Outland provides all the proper gear you need when booking your whitewater rafting adventure. Our elite Ocoee rafting guides receive some of the highest-level training in the industry to help provide a fun adventure on the river!