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    Beginner Rafting on the Watauga River

    Paddle Class II–III rapids through Cherokee National Forest scenery

    4.4 stars• 170 reviews

    • No hidden fees
    • Includes concierge support

    Duration

    3 hours

    Includes

    Rafting gear, van transport, guide

    Highlights

    Explore a beginner-friendly stretch of the Watauga River with Class II and III rapids. Paddle past east Tennessee farmland and through the Cherokee National Forest.

    • Paddle 6 miles of river with 18 or more rapids
    • Navigate the Class III Anaconda rapid after an introductory float
    • Choose to jump from a 20-foot cliff into the river
    • Look for colorful birds and other wildlife along the riverbanks
    • Take a quick dip or explore a nearby bank in calmer sections

    What's Included

    • Rafting gear and personal fitting
    • Van transportation to the put-in
    • Safety briefing
    • Changing stations

    Important details

    • Arrive 15 minutes before your trip start time
    • Complete a waiver before the activity begins
    • Wear quick-drying clothing and secure footwear that stays on your feet
    • Bring sunscreen, a towel, dry clothes, and a plastic bag for wet clothing
    • Expect a shorter Trophy Section trip with fewer rapids on Sundays

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations within 14 days of the trip are nonrefundable.

    Product ID: HTTC8J

    FAQs

    Bring glass-free beverages and snacks for your day on the water.

    Use the porta-john at the Elizabethton outpost before your Watauga River rafting trip.

    Arrivals more than 30 minutes after the scheduled meeting time may need to reschedule.

    Meeting details

    187 Patterson Lane, Elizabethton, TN

    Experience provided by River & Earth Adventures

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