Ocoee River Articles and Information

It is a River in Two States with Two Names. The river is a 94 mile long tributary of the Hiwassee River located in the southeastern United States. Its headwaters are located in the Chattahoochee National Forest in northern Georgia. From there, the river flows northwest and then curves northeast into Tennessee. Then passing through the Cherokee National Forest and the Ocoee River Gorge. It eventually joins the Hiwassee River near Benton, Tennessee. Along its course, the Ocoee River is a popular destination for whitewater rafting and kayaking, as well as fishing and camping. The Middle and Upper sections are popular for whitewater activities.

February 13, 2023

What is the water temperature of the Ocoee?

What is the water temperature of the Ocoee River? The Ocoee River is a popular destination for rafting, kayaking, and tubing. Located in eastern Tennessee and […]
February 13, 2023
Fall mountain view in the Blue Ridge

What movie was filmed on the Ocoee River?

Was a movie filmed on the Ocoee River in Polk County Tennessee? Blood Money Movie The 2017 American crime thriller Blood Money was filmed in part […]
February 13, 2023

What class is the Ocoee River?

What class rapids are on the Ocoee River? The Ocoee River features class III and IV rapids. Thus, it is the most popular river for whitewater […]
February 12, 2023
Car camping near the ocoee river

Ocoee River Camping

Ocoee River Camping These are several great campgrounds near the Ocoee River Ocoee camping is a popular outdoor activity for those who want to explore the […]
February 11, 2023
Rafting the Ocoee River during April.

How many rapids are on the Ocoee River?

How many rapids are on the Ocoee River? The Ocoee River features at least 40 named and notable rapids. While the upper section features fewer rapid […]
February 11, 2023
Exciting ocoee river rafting

Does the Ocoee River have Class 5 Rapids?

Does the Ocoee River have Class 5 Rapids? No, the Ocoee does not have any Class 5 rapids. The typical water levels rafted are between 1,200 […]
February 11, 2023

Is the Ocoee River man made?

Ocoee River natural or man-made? No, the Ocoee River is not man-made. Although many people seem to treat the river as an amusement. And some on […]
February 11, 2023

What is the Ocoee River Level?

Is the Ocoee River Running How to determine Ocoee River levels from gauges and generation info If you are a commercial rafter just check our calendar […]
February 8, 2023

Impact of 1996 Olympic Games on the Ocoee

Construction of the 1996 Olympic Whitewater Slalom Venue Since hosting the whitewater canoe and kayak slalom events of the 1996 Olympic competition Ocoee rafting became more […]