Whitewater Rafting

Section III: Scenic Family Adventure

Chattooga River Section III Rafting Details

Chattooga III Trip Facts

Total Trip Time		6 Hours
River Miles		5-7 Miles
Time On River		4-5 Hours
Age/Weight Requirements		8 years
Lunch		included and served riverside

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Seasonal Water Levels: The 59 miles of the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River comprise one of the largest free-flowing (not dam-controlled) stretches of river in the Southeast. Accordingly the river's level and character correlate with natural rainfall. High water and the highest thrill levels usually occur in spring and early summer, while late-season trips are more playful and scenic. Please note that the same river section can be very different at different water levels. Nonetheless, NOC's staff regards the Chattooga as the Southeast's exemplary wilderness river trip at all water levels.

NOC's Section III trips are fully-guided and feature self-bailing rafts for a memorable wilderness experience. This stunning waterway has abundant wildlife, including herons and nesting Canada geese. Rapids on Section III are family-friendly Class II and III, right up until Bull Sluice at the end. Bull Sluice is an exciting Class IV drop that is one of the highlights of this wildereness experience.

Section III makes a great option for families with children as young as eight, and for youth groups. NOC guides encourage lots of swimming and splashing through Section III's pools and jump-off rocks on hot summer days. One example is crossing the "Troll Bridge" - a line of upside down rafts spread across the river in a calm area. As you run across the "bridge" a bunch of "trolls" (our guides) do their best to knock you off into the water.

Depending on water levels, you may have the option of choosing a fully-guided trip with riverside lunch, or a half-day deluxe trip that includes a riverside lunch. Either way, a Section III river trip will imprint many memories upon your mind that are sure to last a lifetime.

Don't miss the digital photo show when you return to the Outpost. Our expert photographers capture all the smiles, so you can relive the adventure with your new friends.

What should I wear on a Chattooga rafting trip? What is included? You may be asking yourself these questions, and if so, click our Rafting FAQ page for all the answers.

Section III Ducks
When water levels are appropriate, we also offer guided duck trips on Section III. On NOC Duck Trips, you captain your own craft. Your trip leader will brief you on how to use your double-bladed paddle and maneuver through river features with ease. Best of all, YOU can determine the level of adventure by striking straight into waves or skirting gracefully around them.

Section III Rapids:

Swimmer's Rapid: Class II
8 Ball: Class III
Kick in the Butt: Class II
Houndstooth: Class II
Surprise Rapid: Class II
Bull Sluice: Class IV
Surfing Rapid: Class III
Screaming Left Turn: Class III
Rock Jumble: Class III
Woodall Shoals: Class III+

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